Artists’ Alley Weaving with Marsha McIntyre Davidson Marsha McIntyre Davidson has been weaving for approximately nine years. The accomplished weaver is actively involved with both the Strathroy and Sarnia Weavers and Spinners Guilds. A self-taught artisan, she enjoys weaving and natural dyeing in her home studio in Grand Bend. Recently she conducted a weaving class over three days at the Ailsa Craig Arts Centre (ACAC). “I have always been drawn to the fibre arts and for me weaving on a multi shaft loom allows me unlimited possibilities,” she explained. “There are many creativity parameters involved – colour, texture, weave structure and design. I am thrilled to be able to share my passion at the Ailsa Craig Art Centre with other fibre enthusiasts. Attending a beginners weaving course is a great way to try the craft before deciding if you are ready to get your own loom.” Follow the ACAC website to learn of upcoming weaving and other classes.
Marsha’s most recent class at the Ailsa Craig Arts Centre. The class learned how to dress the loom and weave a cotton bread bag. Teaching looms are provided for each participant.
Marsha at home.
EXHIBITS: April 27 – June 6 “From Mountain Sides to Ocean Tides” with photographer Natasha Kirmse.
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Visit our gift shop featuring handmade cards, and work from previous exhibitors and local artisans. June 8 – July 18 “Sometimes My Needle Breaks” with textile artist Becky Menzies. MONTHLY GROUPS : Writing Group, Book Club, Water Colour Group (Monday mornings), Sewing Social (1st Tuesday of the month), Card Making (2nd Tuesday of the month) AND our Youth Program (YACAC) first Wednesday of the month. Check the calendar on our website! UPCOMING CLASSES: Multishaft Weaving, Willow Garden Obelisk, Intuitive Abstract Painting, and more! Becky Menzies 160D Main Street, Ailsa Craig • Open 1 – 4 pm every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
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