Membership
The Ann Arbor Fiberarts Guild (AAFG) is an educational social club for fiber artists. It was founded in 1956 as a club for weavers and still has many members who are weavers, as well as many members who create other forms of fiber art.
The focus of the AAFG is fiber and all techniques that involve using fiber or fiber techniques including Basketry, Beading, Bead Embroidery, Bead Weaving, Collage, Crochet, Doll Making, Embroidery, Felting, Garment Design and Construction, Handmade Paper and Book Art, Knitting, Knotting, Kumihimo, Quilting, Sewing, Spinning, Surface Design, and Weaving.
The AAFG provides opportunities for fiber artists to meet and exchange ideas, and to learn about fiber art through lectures and workshops. In addition to monthly meetings, the Guild promotes the enjoyment of fiber arts through information and demonstrations. We also sponsor exhibits of our members’ work. Visit the Exhibits page for more information.
Membership benefits include:
- Monthly Programs – September through May (except December)
- Workshops – Discounted to members.
- Fiber Spa – Socialize, share, network and learn from other members in an open studio setting.
- Exhibit Opportunities – Past exhibits include Power Center, Village Theater, Silver Maples, and Riverside Arts Center.
- Sales Opportunities – Sell your work at our Holiday Sale.
- AAFG Display Fixtures – Display fixtures are available for members to check out for individual sales or exhibits. Guild members will find a detailed list and information about how to check out equipment and fixtures in the password-protected Member section of this website.
- Library Privileges – AAFG library has over 600 books and DVDs.
- Focus Study Groups – Attend the Warped Weavers monthly meetings.
- Website Gallery – An opportunity to showcase your work.
- E-Blasts – Announcements sent via email for meeting reminders, workshops, member exhibits, sales information, and more.
- Facebook Page – An avenue to showcase and promote your art and events.
- Discounts – Available at select fiber stores.
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