Weaving in 
Central America
Thursday, August 12
6:30pm
Basics Co-op
1711 Lodge Drive
Janesville
Presented by Erin Conway
as she shares tales, samples, 
and photos of weaving in Guatemala.

Midwinter Fiber & Yarn Tasting

Saturday, February 27th, 2010

9am-4pm • FREE admission!
Basics Natural Foods Coop
1711 Lodge Drive, Janesville
(Behind Milton Ave. Ground Round/across from Toys R Us)

Spring Speakers & Other Events

What You've Always Wanted to Know about

Alpacas

But Didn't Know Who to Ask

Thursday, April 10

7:30 p.m.

Mocha Moment
1121 Center, Janesville

Guest speakers include:

Frank Raidl of Sugar Creek Alpacas, Elkhorn

Tana Ward of Willow Tan Alpacas, Delavan

Andrea Smessaert of Andrea's Alpacas, Eagle

Alpaca breeders know that alpacas have individual personalities and attitudes while spinners and others who work with fleece also know alpaca is a luxurious, versatile, natural and hypoallergenic fiber. While enjoying this free informational discussion, participants are also encouraged to enjoy working on their own stitching projects.

Other Upcoming Events

Lamb Birthing Barn

March 30 - 10am-4pm

A-Z Sheep Farm, 1820 Schuster Rd, Oregon

608-835-5553

April 1 - Election Day

Please remember the Suffragettes who

were in prison being force fed for

YOUR rights! Please remember to

VOTE!

Rainbow Fleece Farm

Spring Shearing Days

April 12 & 13

W7181 Hustad Valley Rd., New Glarus

Janesville Farmer's Market Opening Day

May 10

Look for our SnB Vendors booth!

WWKIP Day '08

June 14

http://www.wwkipday.com

SnB Annual Contest: Entries DUE May 31st!

What's Your Oddest Stitching Project?

If anyone has ever exclaimed, "You knit WHAT?!?!?", we would like to have you tell us about your project. Anyone who knits, crochets, weaves or otherwise works with yarn is encouraged to submit a story, a photo, or display at a gathering and enter the "Oddest Stitching Project Competition". Entrants should submit written and/or photo documentation along with name, age, address, phone and e-mail by Saturday, May 31. Written and photo entries should be sent to:

Oddest Stitching Project Competition

c/0 23 S. Atwood Ave., Janesville, WI 53545

or e-mail:

proartist@aol.com

Those who would rather share their project in person may bring it to either SnB gathering on the regular meeting days. Entries will be judged by a committee of both Janesville SnB gatherings. Winners will be announced on the Worldwide Knit in Public Day, Saturday, June 14 in skill and age categories. Prizes will relate to the winners particular crafts.

Stitches 'n Books Changes to Stitch 'n Bitch II

After recent "issues" developed between stitchers and the library (IMAGINE!),

 the group unanimously decided upon the following changes:

Stitches 'n Books becomes: Stitch 'n Bitch II

Gathering location is changed to: Speak Easy, 19 N. High St., Janesville

(across Center from the downtown Burger King)

Date and Time remains the same: Every Monday 1:30-3:30

Please join us!

7th Annual Project Linus Make A Blanket Day

MABD '08

Saturday, February 16

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. 

Rock County Job Center

1900 Center

 (Intersection of Hwy. 51/Kellogg St.)

Janesville, WI

All ages welcome • No experience required

Attend all or part of the day

You're encouraged to bring your own blanket making supplies, tools, 

portable sewing machines and blankets to complete 

OR

You may use materials and tools that will be available including

a variety of sewing machines available on a first-come basis

Hourly Door Prizes • Brunch & Lunch Provided

Vendors • Displays • Entertainment

If you're unable to join us, your handmade 

blanket donations are always accepted

at the following locations:

Janesville: 23 S. Atwood Ave. (top of Courthouse Hill)

Beloit: Walmart SuperCenter Pharmacy, 2785 Milwaukee Road

Jefferson: Tea and Textiles, 107 S. Main St.

Fort Atkinson: Fort Sew 'n Vac, 1109 Whitewater Avenue

Volunteers and Donations-in-Kind are encouraged!

Please contact Judith at 608-752-9248

to be part of the planning and organizing to make

this MABD the best yet :-)

Sights from the 2007 Jefferson Sheep & Wool Festival

Wisconsin's Jefferson Sheep & Wool Festival
September 7-9, 2007

Autumn News & Events

United Arts Alliance ArtsFest
(SnB is a member organization)
September 14 & 15, 2007
At JPAC, Janesville
Demonstrations, Exhibit, Performance, Food
Dance in the park and attend the concert
Volunteers are still needed and your help
will be appreciated! 2 hour shifts are available.
See the website at:
www.rockcountyarts.com or
contact Judith for more info.


- - - - - - COMING SOON - - - - - -

Quilt Pink
September 22, 2007
Quilt Lovers Shop
10am-4pm
1604 S. Crosby, Janesville
Fight against breast cancer while
creating quilt squares with provided
fabric and machines...and more.

SnB at Janesville Farmer's Market
September 29, 2007
Join us for the fun! The vendor fee
is divided only by those who are selling items.
Others are very welcome to just join
us to KIP and enjoy the day!
(Last day of 2007 Market - Oct. 27)
http://www.janesvillefarmersmarket.com

1st Annual Harvest Moon Farm Festival
September 29, 2007
4212 328th Ave., Burlington, WI
Celebrate the wool harvest & visit the animals
Unique artists, authors, puppetry, demonstrations!
Learn how to card, spin and needlefelt
www.talesfromwithin.com


Fall Fiber Jubilee
October 6 – 10am-4pm
Tall Grass Farm
N6623 Lake Lorraine Rd., Delavan
skmiller@idcnet.com

SnB at Carver-Roehl Park
5th Annual Fall Festival
October 7 – 11am-3pm
Join us for the fun! The vendor fee
is divided only by those who are selling items.
Others are very welcome to just join
us to KIP and enjoy the day!

Rainbow Fleece Farm Autumn Fiber Extravaganza
NOTE DATE CHANGE: Oct. 13-14
e-mail: rainbowfleece@yahoo.com

Wisconsin Spin In
October 12-14, 2007
West Bend, WI
http://www.wispinin.org/

SnB at Janesville Farmer's Market:
JFM Season End Party
Arrowhead Orchard
TBA
Year End Vendor Meeting
November 10
Rock Co. Courthouse Conference Room
http://www.janesvillefarmersmarket.com



- - - - - - NEXT YEAR - - - - - -

Winter Weekend Warmup
Februar 8-10, 2008
Fiber Thing's, St. Nazianz, WI
www.hiddenvalleyfarmwoolenmill.com

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