Annual Studio Tour, 2024

Weavers and Spinners Society of Austin (WSSA) is once again participating in the WEST portion of the annual Austin Studio Tour, sponsored by Big Medium in early November. And since one weekend is not nearly enough, we’ve added an extra weekend of our own and a special welcome night for new guild members.

Our theme this year is “tradition as inspiration” and our studio gallery will showcase how traditional techniques and patterns have inspired modern weaving, spinning, and dyeing artisans. Come find one-of-a-kind gifts, or just enjoy the art, hand crafted by central Texas weavers, spinners, and dyers.

Guest Artist

Tom Gingras, Metal Sculptor

Vendors

(To be announced.)

Demonstrations and Presentations

Demonstrations and presentations include “The Charkha”, “Adventures in Owning a Yarn Shop”, Sami Bands”, “Spinning Wheel Renovation”, “Tradition as Inspiration”, and “The Yak in Tibetan Culture”.

Spinning Contests

Our spinners are competing in four events this year. Come watch as they compete for prizes, or cast your vote for the best skein of yarn.

Guild Garage Sale

Our annual garage sale is a treasure trove of new and gently used weaving and spinning equipment and supplies. A portion of the proceeds goes to support guild programming and activities as well as fund our equipment loan program.