Des Moines Weavers & Spinners Guild
Spreading the joy of fiber arts in the community.
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Spinning Workshop
Saturday, February 14, 2026; 9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Welcome to our annual spring Spinning Workshop! This year we are focusing on fiber prep for our demonstrations, as well as spinning on a couple of unique wheels!
The schedule for the day:
11:30 - Greg Padget - Skirting a fleece
12:00 - Tyler Johnson - Washing a fleece
12:30 - Cherann Davidson - Blending on a Heckle
1:00 - Sue Crawford - Using a drum carder
1:30 - Cherie Maxson - Using combs
2:00 - Missy Gilje - Spinning on a Charka
2:30 - Lynda Rogers - Spinning on a Great Wheel
In addition, guild members will have a variety of personal wheels available for you to try out. This is a great time to discover what you like if you're thinking about a new wheel. We'll also have examples of what we've been spinning in the Spin Study Group for you to look at and feel.
FIBERFEST : April 25, 2026
The Des Moines Weavers and Spinners Guild hosts Fiberfest each April in Des Moines, IA. Come enjoy classes, check out vendors with their weaving and spinning wares, see some Angora bunnies, or come for the camaraderie by meeting up with other fellow guild members and other fiber enthusiasts.
Head to the "hub" to check out the list of classes, vendors, and demonstrations.
Who we are
The Des Moines Weavers and Spinners Guild was formed in 1945 to stimulate an interest in the arts and crafts of hand weaving, spinning and various other fiber arts. The guild promotes education and skills of the membership and the general public. We welcome all levels of talent and experience. Any person interested in weaving, spinning and fiber arts is welcome to become a member.
What we do
The Des Moines Guild begins the meetings/presentations in September, however we are active all year long. We start the season creating hats, scarves and mittens and donating to those in need. We also conduct outreach classes with various organizations as well as classes for the community. We participate in weaving and spinning demonstrations at various events throughout the Des Moines area especially the Iowa State Fair in August each year. You may have also spotted us at Blank Park Zoo or the Beaverdale Farmer's Market. We have hosted the Bi-Annual Iowa Federation meeting and recently hosted the Midwest Weavers Conference in June 2023.
2021 Iowa State Fair
Demonstrating at the Neil Smith Wildlife Refuge
2021 Fiberpalooza
2021 Fall Iowa Federation Winning Entries
The Des Moines Weavers and Spinners Guild is extremely appreciative of our generous community of supporters. Together with our dedicated individual donors, these organizations and agencies provide invaluable support that is essential for us to continue sharing the arts of weaving and spinning. Thank you for standing with us in our mission!
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