Knitting Guild of Greater Buffalo
Programs 2019-20
❄ ❄ we follow the Sweet Home School District’s weather related closing schedule,
including after school activities – here is a link to a list of area closings ❄ ❄
SEPTEMBER 5, 2019
SHAPELY SHAWLS
Presented by Nancy Vandivert – knitwear designer
Do you ever marvel at the magic of different shawl shapes? From simple triangles, to crescents and everything in between, come to our first meeting of the season and learn about shawl shapes and how to achieve them!
PLUS: Show & Tell
Show & Tell of summer knitting finishes with special attention to those made with yarn auction purchases!
OCTOBER 3, 2019
MEN THAT KNIT
Presented by Jerry Burch of Birch Tree Fiber Arts
According to the Craft Yarn Council of America, over 2 million men in the US are knitters. This includes college students, doctors, musicians, stockbrokers, hollywood stars, inner-city youth and snowboarders who are taking up the 1800 year old craft. Not out of necessity, but because of its meditative, restorative, and creative element.
PLUS: Show & Tell
NOVEMBER 7, 2019
WHAT WILL THIS LOOK LIKE KNIT UP?
Presented by Jenna Myer – KnitBuffalo & 716Knit
Tonight we explore the potential of hand dyed and indie dyed yarns. Ever hesitate when buying a skein of yarn because you are unsure of what it will look like knit up? Jenna will help explain common dye techniques used by indie dyers and how they may look for specific projects. Please note this presentation is about fabric/pooling/color dispersion and not a dye tutorial.
PLUS: Show & Tell
DECEMBER 5, 2019
HOLIDAY PARTY & SPIRAL STASHBUSTER SOCKS
Presented by Sharon Stern Gerstman
Come, enjoy some time with your fellow crafters & nibble on a cookie or two …. or three. And if you need to make room for upcoming yarn-type presents that are coming your way, Sharon will help us with her presentation on stashbusting! Please read here to see what supplies you will need: Spiral Stashbusters
PLUS: Show & Tell
JANUARY 2020 NO MEETING be sure to check our Facebook page for some social knit gatherings!
FEBRUARY 6, 2020
Speed Learning
Presented by Your Fellow Members
A members teaching members event! Do you have a tip or trick to share? Please get in touch. Rotate through our carousel of techniques and learn something new!
March 5, 2020
SHAWLS FROM AROUND THE WORLD!
Presented by Nancy Tepas
Not only is Nancy an extremely well traveled and knowledgeable knitter, she is also a fellow guild member! Nancy will be presenting her personal shawl collection and sharing their history and interesting facts.
PLUS: Show & Tell
APRIL 23, 2020 C A N C E L L E D
YARN FESTVendors from across New York State and Pennsylvania will be available for your stash enhancement. Bring a friend! The event is open to the public with plenty of items even non-knitters will want and enjoy!
May 1 – 3, 2020 C A N C E L L E D
GUILD SEMINAR WEEKEND with Kate Atherley
MAY 7, 2020 C A N C E L L E D
ANNUAL AUCTION
Always one of the most popular events on the Knitting Guild’s calendar of events; get ready to bid high for the yarn you desire. Money raised from the auction offsets seminar costs.
**This is a member only event**
JUNE 4, 2020 C A N C E L L E D
IT’S SHAWLS Y’ALL
Presented by BKG
We started the year with shawls, now let’s show them off! if your project was already gifted, email us a picture and we will put together a slide show! if possible, include pattern name & yarn info
