TREADLES TO THREADS ’05-‘06 CALENDAR

Our focus for this year’s programs will be “BLENDING”. Each member is asked to participate in as many months as they can by preparing “blends”, as in fibers, colors, singles into plies [both by fiber or color], whatever you can think of. According to the “color” for the month, or any of it hues and shades, bring a sample of a hand or machine carded batt, spun skeins, finished items, etc. Other colors can certainly be mixed into the target color of the month. Lots of participation should make this project a lot of fun. (Names in parentheses are “in charge” of the meeting that month.)

SEPTEMBER 28,’05 – RED (Vilija)

OCTOBER 26, ’05 – ORANGE (Pam)
Oct. 8, 9 – Spinning at Bale Grist Mill in Napa State Park, between St. Helena and Calistoga. Large event, mill demos and other crafts. Period dress nice but not required. Contact Linda Moran 707-942-5707 for more info.
Oct. 16 – Deer Hill Ranch Fleece to Shawl Demo
October 26- Chevron Wives Antique Club at our house (331 Heavenly Place, Martinez) on Wednesday morning, October 26 from 10 - 12. They are interested in antique wheels and the process of fiber to yarn. Anyone who would like to participate in this endeavor is welcome. Just give us a call. 925-228-7233

NOVEMBER 30, ’05 – YELLOW (Nancy)

DECEMBER 10, ’05 –
Christmas Party [Don't forget to bring a Sheep Ornament!]
Dec. 7(maybe) - Pleasant Hill Holiday Festival is scheduled for Wednesday, December 7th from 5-9 p.m. at the community center (usual place) We will be asking for volunteers at the October meeting.

JANUARY 25, ’06 – GREEN (Janet)

FEBRUARY 22, ’06 – BLUE

MARCH 29, ’06 – VIOLET

APRIL 26, ’06 – GLITZ

MAY 31, ’06 – BLACK, WHITE, NATURAL
May 5, 6, 7 – CNCH Conference at the Modesto City Center. Theme: “Sierra to the Pacific”.

JUNE 3, ’06 Spinners Day At The Winery
June 9, 10, 11 Workshop with Judith MacKenzie

JULY – Dye Day &
Sheep to Shawl at the Alameda Co. Fair

Dues:
Treadles To Threads annual dues are now due. A single membership is $40, and a family membership is $45. I'll have a new roster with 2005-06 members at the October meeting. We want you to be included! Dues can be paid at the September meeting or mailed to Pam Murdock, 3100 Hedaro Ct., Lafayette, CA 94549.

Ranch Days at John Muir House, Saturday, September 24
Once again Treadles To Threads participated in Ranch Days at the John Muir House. As we only had a few people sign up, we planned to demonstrate only - no hands-on with kids. That was a good plan, as this year we were in the newly painted east parlor, and there was no extra room. It was busy all day long, and people enjoyed watching the spinning demonstrations. Members who participated were Carolyn Blumert, Pam Murdock, Muriel Nesbitt, Janet Russell, and Nancy Van Tassel.

CNCH News:
The second meeting for CNCH 07 will be Saturday, October 8, 10AM, at Susie Hodges' home in Berkeley. Please email Kristin at design@kristingoedert.com or Susie at SASHodges@aol.com if you are interested in attending and need the address.

Each guild has been asked to provide any suggestions that they might have for Speakers, Conference Theme & Logo, etc. CNCH would like if the speaker suggestions were collected on 3x5 cards, so Kristin will bring the cards if you bring the ideas! Include as many details, names, addresses, desired subjects, etc. as possible.


For Sale:
Gilmore Loom: hardwood, made in Stockton. Weaves 40" wide. 8 harness, 12 treadles. Includes 3 reeds, warp aide, 6 shuttles and bench with seat that opens on either side. Excellent condition. $1500.

Spinning wheel: Country Cottage 24" Norwegian style, serial #092. Solid walnut, beautiful. Handcrafted by Sharples, Comes with 6 bobbins, flax water wheel. $800
Contact Madolyn Olofson in Roseville, CA at 916-788-1108