Textile Design students joined the Philadelphia Guild of Handweavers for a little fun and service outside, organized by Wendy Anderson, a guild member and Print Design Program Assistant at Philadelphia University. The Philadelphia Guild of Handweavers is located on Main Street in Manayunk, Philadelphia and works to foster the art and craft of weaving and and the fiber arts.
In conjunction with Weaver's Way Farm, the guild has built a few raised beds specifically for plant dyeing located at Awbury Arboretum. Students helped plant daffodils and hyacinthus bulbs in preparation for some beautiful springtime colors. Guild members shared their secrets on plant dyeing and students were able to dye their own fabric samples from black walnuts collected earlier that day.
Information on guild membership and events can be found at their website. We can't wait to have many more collaborations with this knowledgable group!
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