Kitchener-Waterloo Knitters' Guild Newsletter AWS
Kitchener-Waterloo Knitters’ Guild Newsletter Meeting Date: April 8, 2014
A Word from the President The continuing winter has made me lose track of time. I hadn't realized it, but there's only 1 month left before submissions are due for the adjudicated show. With the baby coming around the same time, I've been trying to find ways to kill 2 birds with 1 stone. I discovered an indispensable accessory that I used for my first baby and I've found some new ways to knit it! I found that the bunting/cozy/cocoon is a very useful thing for a little one who can't yet walk. I made a few for my daughter:
7:30 to 9:30 p.m. First United Church William & King Streets, Waterloo One-Skein Wonders KWKG Executive 2013-2014: These are the people who volunteer to make your Guild the best it can be. President: Dee-Anne Shillinglaw, [email protected] Vice President: Carol Moogk-Soulis [email protected] Past President: Victoria Lewin, [email protected] Membership: Iris Levine [email protected] Treasurer: Sylvie Spraakman, [email protected] Secretary: Ellen Lovell, [email protected] Programme: [email protected] Goodwill: [email protected] Library: Toni Peter, [email protected]
and I've found a new type to knit for my new baby:
Volunteer Coordinator: Erin McKee, [email protected]
I've even made some with hoods, but my daughter didn't like those as much ;-). I'm finding that there are so many things you can do with just one type of accessory, I should have no shortage of things to submit to the adjudicated show :-D. Happy accessory knitting!
Dee-Anne
Adjudicated Show: Catherine Williams [email protected] Newsletter: Jennifer Dellow, [email protected] Communications: Johanna Botari, [email protected] Fair Coordinator: Jennifer Dellow, [email protected] Non-Executive Volunteers: Raffle Table: Alfie Galda and Susan Caskey Yarn Table: Ada Meyers, Maria Kelly, and Jennifer Prosser Charity: Aileen Kennedy
Don’t forget to sign up for the bus to the Toronto DKC Fibre Frolic! The bus will leave Uptown Waterloo at 9am on Saturday, April 26th, and return around 4pm. You can sign up at the April meeting, or contact [email protected] for more information.
Program: Catherine Williams Presents One-Skein Wonders Our own Catherine Williams will introduce some ideas for the Adjudicated Show with accessories to be made with one skein. Her talk will include: • • • • • •
Exploring the possibilities and adventure of using one skein to complete a project The joy of Noro (long colour-changing yarns) as a one-skein choice Accessories as one of the main projects knit with one skein How knitting travels: working on knitting on the road and in everyday life Using knitting to spark conversation and build community by knitting in public Using the scraps: what to do with the random ends of skeins and yarn donations from others
Library Before we get to the books, I would like to appeal for some help. Like Dee-Anne, I'm growing a future knitter due this July, which means we'll have another tiny Guild member come September. I'm looking to have a few helpers for the library table who can rotate helping next year. This would involve sitting at the table (front row seats anyone?), putting cards in retuned books, helping to shelve books, and set up/put away the collection. If you would be interested in helping out 2-3 meetings a year, please stop by the library table or contact Erin McKee our volunteer coordinator. Now to the books... So spring still isn't here, but at least it's looking more hopeful. Maybe one of these books will help you make some socks to keep your toes warm through winter's last chill, or serve as a reminder that there is nice weather somewhere in the world! Enjoy!
Knitting Around the World by Lela Nargi A beautiful historical and current text focusing on different areas of the world over time. Includes short patterns and sections on fibres and artists, such as Elsebeth Lavold, whose Viking knits were added to the collection last month. The Sock Knitters' Handbook by Charlene Schurch & Beth Parrott I might need to buy this for my personal collection. It really is a handbook that goes over all you need to know about socks: cast ons/offs, structure, yarn, gauge, and more. I love that the cuff-down cast ons have pictures of the outcome and drawings of how to do the cast on itself. It’s good for more than socks! Around the World in Knitted Socks by Stephanie Van Der Linden I think everyone will be able to find a sock they like in this book. It includes 26 patterns with intricate designs in color work, texture, and even beading. When Bad Things Happen to Good Knitters by Marion Edmonds & Ahza Moore Another great reference that goes over error prevention (don't over-tighten your bind off!) and what to do with emergencies big and small.
Toni
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Knitters’ Fair: Call for Volunteers Interested in volunteering for the Fair? Remember that the mandate of the Guild is to promote and celebrate our craft in the KW area. The Fair is put on by the Guild as a whole and needs the help of all it’s members! Volunteers receive free admission, have no wait to get in, and are eligible for special door prizes. Please e-mail [email protected] and include your name, e-mail address, and telephone number. Thanks in advance for helping to make OUR fair the best it can be.
Historical Knitter's Guild Information Requested To help me to better understand our Guild Constitution and Bylaws in my role as Vice-President, I would appreciate speaking with anyone who worked on, or who could direct me to anyone who worked on, the present September, 2009, version or any previous versions. I can be reached through the Guild executive email or at 519-886-8468.
Carol Moogk-Soulis, Vice-President
Knit and Chat Before the Monthly Knitter's Guild Meeting The hall at First United Church is open to us before our meeting. We can gather to knit and chat from 6:30 on. The membership table and library will be open at 7:00. Our meeting will take place as usual from 7:30 to 9:30.
Executive Positions We are nearing the end of the 2013-2014 Guild year, and that means we are looking for some new volunteers for the executive. These jobs take a little more time than just at Guild meetings, but we hope that you consider helping out, to maintain the Guild’s activities and traditions. Here are our current and open executive positions.
Vice President/Future President (Open) Yes, this is the big one, and it’s also the one that you see the most of! The position of Guild Vice President serves two purposes. The first is to supply any support needed for the President of the Guild. It's a support position, so you might be called to do any number of random things to help out the president or other executive members. One example is the responsibility of making sure that the venue gets paid rent every month. The second part of the position is to learn what is required of the Guild President, which you will be next year. Learn as much as you can, and offer as much help as you can. This will put you in a better position to fill the shoes of the Guild President the following year. On average, you will spend about 4 hours a month in meetings (this includes the general Guild meeting and the executive meeting), and an additional 2 to 4 hours a month running extra errands, making phone calls, and sending emails. All in all, it's a great opportunity to learn about how the Guild works and help make it better for everyone.
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More Executive Positions Program Coordinator (Open) The time commitment is about 5 hours a month, including the Guild and Executive meetings and a free dinner out with the speaker. • Plan theme for year (in years when there is an adjudicated show, generally program will follow the show theme) • Contact and book speakers • Follow-up with booked speakers to confirm travel plans, A/V needs, etc. • Take speaker out for dinner (assist with transportation/accommodation if necessary) • Work within a budget, as set out by Guild Executive (includes submitting expenses and requesting payments for speakers) • Attend Executive Meetings as a voting member • Work with the Workshop Coordinator on planning and implementing workshops (if requested)
Workshop Coordinator (Open) Together with the Programming Coordinator, the workshop coordinator plans activities for Guild members outside of regular meetings. This can include the Day Away, workshops with out-of-town teachers, or knit and chats.
Membership Coordinator (Iris Levine) We are pleased to welcome Iris Levine to the Guild executive, as she takes over the Membership Coordinator role for next year. The membership coordinator looks after new members and membership forms, signs everyone in at meetings, makes the nametags, and maintains the membership list.
Knitters’ Fair Coordinator (Jennifer Dellow) This role comes with a lot of work, but also a committee of dedicated volunteers who have been working on the fair for many years. The coordinator organizes meetings and delegates tasks to the committee, communicates with vendors for the fair, and handles the paperwork side of things to make sure the fair runs smoothly and within city regulations.
Newsletter Coordinator (Open) This one is not a big job, taking about 2 hours outside of meetings per month. It is not a voting position in the executive, but it’s nice to attend the executive meetings, to have the latest information. Tasks include: • Communicating with Guild members, executive, and the community to gather submissions • Keeping up-to-date with the details of the Guild • Working in a PowerPoint template to compile all submissions into the newsletter
Volunteer Coordinator (Erin McKee) The volunteer coordinator makes sure we have enough people to help out both at meetings and at community events. Currently, the position also includes managing the Fair’s volunteers, although that can be delegated as the coordinate sees fit.
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Even More Executive Positions Communications Coordinator (Open, but our incumbent coordinator would like to stay involved in a smaller capacity and will offer mentorship) The communications position is the first point of contact for the public. This person is responsible for receiving, answering, or forwarding to the applicable person emails from the main Guild email address. This person also manages the Twitter, Facebook, and Ravelry accounts, our members' Email list, and works closely with the Web administrator to maintain the web site and other communications venues associated with the Guild. The Communications coordinator has to maintain contact with all other executive members in order to facilitate the best flow of information between the Guild executive, membership, and the general public. Under the umbrella of Communications are included publicity and promotions for the Guild in general, and some cooperative work with the Knitters' Fair committee where resources or promotional channels may be shared. The position has a large scope and other volunteers may be recruited to manage specific tasks or aspects. Time commitment: 10-12 hrs/month.
Treasurer (Open) This position involves keeping track of incomes and expenses and making sure we’re in the black! The treasurer is in charge of the chequebook and ensuring that money is spent on items that are approved by the executive. The treasurer also handles the monthly balance statements and tracks all expenses, and uses that information to prepare the budget along with the executive. The time commitment is about 3 hours per month, and about 6 hours in April and May when budget is being prepared and communicated.
Secretary (Open) The main job of the secretary is to take minutes at executive meetings. Then the secretary will organize the notes and send them to the executive. This role is mainly completed during the executive meeting each month, so the time commitment is about 2 hours.
Adjudicated Show Coordinator (Open) Since we have an adjudicated show in 2014, we won’t need a coordinator immediately. However, planning for the next show should begin by the end of the break year, so we have time to form an organizing committee, find and book a judge, and plan the categories.
Librarian (Toni Peter) The librarian takes care of the books. This person keeps up to date with the latest new books and magazines, to order the books that you want to see in the library. They keep the list of books and LibraryThing account up to date. During meetings, the librarian has a couple of volunteers to help shelve and check out books, but this job usually involves showing up early and leaving late for the regular Guild meetings.
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2014 Adjudicated Show: Head and Shoulders, Knees and Toes… And we’re not Opposed to Arms Every second year, Kitchener-Waterloo Knitters’ Guild (KWKG) members submit knitted projects to be modeled in a fashion show after being adjudicated by a guest designer. A celebration of the diversity of members’ interests and creativity, the event showcases members’ talent and celebrates the craft we enjoy. For 2013-14, the Guild is focusing on accessories, culminating in our 2014 Adjudicated Show. We are delighted to announce that our adjudicator is Kate Atherley (kateatherley.com). Entries will be collected at the guild meeting in May and the show is open to all members of the KWKG in good standing. Items must be knit between June 12, 2012 and May 13, 2014. There are 6 categories for adjudication, each with 3 subcategories. Each knitter may enter up to 2 items per subcategory. Categories: 1. Head • Examples: hats, headbands, jewelry 2. Shoulders • Examples: shawls, scarfs, shrugs, cowls, bags, purses 3. Arms • Examples: mittens, gloves, wrist-warmers, fingerless gloves, jewelry 4. Knees (Miscellaneous) • Examples: blankets, afghans, toys, kneepad covers, household accessories 5. Toes • Examples: socks, slippers, leg-warmers 6. Anything but an Accessory • Examples: sweaters, skirts 7. Not for adjudication (for display only) • Have something that you want to show off, but don’t want it to be adjudicated? This is the category for you. Subcategories (These apply to each of the categories 1 – 6) 1. First Timer • First item of a “type” you’ve knit (example: first socks, first shawl, etc.) • First time using a new technique (example: first colourwork project, first lace project, etc.) • First time using new materials/fiber • First time entering an item for adjudication 2. General • It’s not your first time, but you aren’t a guru either 3. Guru • You are a professional knitter / designer / fiber artist • You are regularly recognized as an expert knitter • Your work is regularly recognized through awards *Note: The Adjudicated Show committee reserves the right to reassign entries if they deem the entry is better suited to another category.
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Letter from Seeds of Promise
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New Yarn Shop: DocKnits DocKnits is located in the heart of Port Elgin, a charming beach community on the shores of Lake Huron. The shop recently celebrated its first birthday, and the yarn keeps flowing. DocKnits is the result of Sue's lifelong passion for knitting and crochet. Dr. Sue Gundrum also serves the community as a practicing Family Physician. Sue and her talented staff see the shop as a source of creativity, learning, and camaraderie for yarn enthusiasts. Everyone is welcome at this bright, cheerful shop, regardless of skill level or experience. We are pleased to offer a 10% discount to Kitchener-Waterloo Knitters’ Guild members. Perhaps your summer plans will include a visit to beautiful Lake Huron. Sunsets make our coastline famous, but yarn lovers will enjoy basking in the array of colours and textures at DocKnits. You'll discover a superb assortment of yarn from quality suppliers (many Canadian and local to the area). You'll find favourites, as well as new inspiration. Browse patterns or sit-and-knit in comfort. Enjoy access to ravelry.com on the store's laptop computer. Discover notions, accessories, and buttons to add the perfect finishing touches to your knit or crochet projects; afterwards, go to the beach! Once you've returned home, if you need something, we'll mail it to you... that's what yarn friends do! Back by popular demand: DocKnits is pleased to host their 2nd Annual Knitters’ Retreat September 26-28, 2014. Enjoy the company of knitters in picturesque Southampton, at the lovely Chantry Breezes Bed and Breakfast. Contact DocKnits for details. (To see some of the fun from last year, visit our “Photo Galleries” page on our website.)
Come knit with us! 651 Goderich Street Port Elgin, ON NOH 2CO Phone: 226-453-5648 Email: [email protected] Website: www.docknits.ca
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Knitter Search
Volunteer Corner
A local gentleman has part of a toque that his wife began knitting for him, but she has developed arthritis and cannot finish it. He is hoping that a local knitting is willing to help. Interested knitters should email [email protected] for more information.
There are a couple of open volunteer positions with the Guild, if you are interested in getting involved, but don’t want a large job just yet! We need people to help with the Raffle Table and the Library Table during Guild meetings. If you are able to help out, please contact Erin McKee, the volunteer coordinator, during a meeting or at [email protected].
Other Stuff Yarn Table The yarn table is a great way to get rid of any yarns you don't want anymore, and to make room in the new year for new stash. Just set prices and bring a list of your yarns/quantities/prices with your name on it. Don’t forget to scope out the yarn table for new-to-you bargains, too!
The website team is working on a members-only section of the website. In this section, you will be able to find executive meeting minutes, budgets, and year end reports. This information will also be available in a binder at the library. It is important for the members to have access this information, but it is not information that needs to be posted for the general public. All of the information that you are used to seeing on the website—newsletters, meeting information, etc.—will still be publically available.
Newsletter Have you ever wanted to submit a piece to be published in the newsletter? Send any inquiries or entries to [email protected]. All entries must be submitted by 2 weeks before the next Guild meeting date. The next submission deadline will be for the May Newsletter: April 29, 2014. Every time you send something in to be printed in the newsletter, you get a chance to win a gift certificate in May.
I would like to remind everyone to not park in the church parking lot. It is very tiny, many meetings run concurrently with our own, and there is not enough space for everyone. The Town Square lot that is right beside the church is free and spacious. Please park there.
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Lost and Found At the last Guild meeting, we found a cotton scarf/shawl that was left on a chair close to the raffle table. Brown tones, ladies style. Please check at the Membership table at the April meeting, or contact the Guild librarian.
Raffle Notes The speaker or a volunteer draws the first winner, then each winner will draw the next name until all the prizes are drawn.
Goodwill Do you know of a Guild member with recent news, good or bad? The Guild would like to hear about them, to send our congratulations or our condolences. Please email [email protected] or speak to any member of the executive with the news of the Guild.
March Meeting – Raffle Winners Yvonne Miles – Cabin Fever book Christine Thomas – Glass stole pin Irene Becker – Scarf to dye kit Trish Rubenstein – Book: toe-up techniques Alfie Galda – One of a kind knitting bag Irene Becker – Knitting accessory kit set Cornelia Cunningham – Felted purse to make Cornelia Cunningham – Snipper Lianne Tanner – Opal yarn Lianne Tanner – Farmable Fibres yarn Lianne Tanner – Fabric book Lianne Tanner – Silk yarn
Purchase three tickets for $1.
Show and Tell Bring in an item or two and tell us all about it! We’re always excited to hear about your firsts for projects! What did you learn making your items? What funny stories can you tell us about the items you are showing us? Get the praise and attention you deserve for all your hard work!
March Meeting – Show & Tell Alfie Galda – Ladybug backpack modelled by her granddaughter (bunny still without a tail, in the backpack) Alison Ellett – Garter stitch ear flap hat by Purl Soho in Drops Big Wool (from Woolverine) Laurie – Arboria (Ash Kearns) lapghan in Cascade 128 Carol Moogk-Soulis – Lane Splitter skirt; 2-skein shawl Leah McKeen – Lead light lace shawl Teresa Cornwell – Centre out shawl Barbara Kerr – Hat and mitt set Jenna-Lee Pfeifer – “Day Dreamer” in 122m handspun wool, 60% wool/40% mohair
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Words from your Local Yarn Stores (LYS) Alpaca Acres welcomes visitors to our farm and store. Call 519-625-1064 or visit www.alpacaacres.ca All Strung Out, www.allstrungout.ca is at 36 Quebec St., Guelph with Ashley Reid. Shall We Knit? Can be found at 11 Willow St., Waterloo www.shallweknit.com Needle Beetle - For original colourwork, intarsia, lace & texture knitting patterns, please visit www.needlebeetle.com
Knit and Chats Tuesday 4th Tuesday evening of the month from 7 pm to 9 pm at the Region of Waterloo Public Health and Social Services Building in room 210/211 located on the second floor. Diehard chatters meet every week. Knit Night at Chapters Waterloo, 2nd Tuesday of every month in the store at Chapters. Knit & Chat in Cambridge at the Java Garden from 7 – 9pm every Tuesday night. The Java Garden is at 2 Queen Street East. Parking is free: either on the street or in parking lots. For more information, contact Wendy at Millpond Records & Books 519658-9641. Wednesday All Strung Out 11 am to 2 pm at 36 Quebec St., Guelph (226-8203766). Downtownknitmob: informal meetings, 6:30-9pm, Queen St. Commons in Kitchener. See Ravelry for details. Thursday All Strung Out 6-9 pm at 36 Quebec St., Guelph (226-820-3766). Uptownknitmob: informal meetings, 6-9 pm, in various Uptown Waterloo locations. See Ravelry for details. Friday Shall We Knit? from early afternoon until closing in Waterloo. Saturday All Strung Out 1-3 pm at 36 Quebec St., Guelph (226-820-3766).
Woolverine, downtown Kitchener 93 King Street West, 2nd floor www.woolverine.ca DocKnits 651 Goderich Street Port Elgin, ON www.docknits.ca
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A Word from the President The continuing winter has made me lose track of time. I hadn't realized it, but there's only 1 month left before submissions are due for the adjudicated show. With the baby coming around the same time, I've been trying to find ways to kill 2 birds with 1 stone. I discovered an indispensable accessory that I used for my first baby and I've found some new ways to knit it! I found that the bunting/cozy/cocoon is a very useful thing for a little one who can't yet walk. I made a few for my daughter:
7:30 to 9:30 p.m. First United Church William & King Streets, Waterloo One-Skein Wonders KWKG Executive 2013-2014: These are the people who volunteer to make your Guild the best it can be. President: Dee-Anne Shillinglaw, [email protected] Vice President: Carol Moogk-Soulis [email protected] Past President: Victoria Lewin, [email protected] Membership: Iris Levine [email protected] Treasurer: Sylvie Spraakman, [email protected] Secretary: Ellen Lovell, [email protected] Programme: [email protected] Goodwill: [email protected] Library: Toni Peter, [email protected]
and I've found a new type to knit for my new baby:
Volunteer Coordinator: Erin McKee, [email protected]
I've even made some with hoods, but my daughter didn't like those as much ;-). I'm finding that there are so many things you can do with just one type of accessory, I should have no shortage of things to submit to the adjudicated show :-D. Happy accessory knitting!
Dee-Anne
Adjudicated Show: Catherine Williams [email protected] Newsletter: Jennifer Dellow, [email protected] Communications: Johanna Botari, [email protected] Fair Coordinator: Jennifer Dellow, [email protected] Non-Executive Volunteers: Raffle Table: Alfie Galda and Susan Caskey Yarn Table: Ada Meyers, Maria Kelly, and Jennifer Prosser Charity: Aileen Kennedy
Don’t forget to sign up for the bus to the Toronto DKC Fibre Frolic! The bus will leave Uptown Waterloo at 9am on Saturday, April 26th, and return around 4pm. You can sign up at the April meeting, or contact [email protected] for more information.
Program: Catherine Williams Presents One-Skein Wonders Our own Catherine Williams will introduce some ideas for the Adjudicated Show with accessories to be made with one skein. Her talk will include: • • • • • •
Exploring the possibilities and adventure of using one skein to complete a project The joy of Noro (long colour-changing yarns) as a one-skein choice Accessories as one of the main projects knit with one skein How knitting travels: working on knitting on the road and in everyday life Using knitting to spark conversation and build community by knitting in public Using the scraps: what to do with the random ends of skeins and yarn donations from others
Library Before we get to the books, I would like to appeal for some help. Like Dee-Anne, I'm growing a future knitter due this July, which means we'll have another tiny Guild member come September. I'm looking to have a few helpers for the library table who can rotate helping next year. This would involve sitting at the table (front row seats anyone?), putting cards in retuned books, helping to shelve books, and set up/put away the collection. If you would be interested in helping out 2-3 meetings a year, please stop by the library table or contact Erin McKee our volunteer coordinator. Now to the books... So spring still isn't here, but at least it's looking more hopeful. Maybe one of these books will help you make some socks to keep your toes warm through winter's last chill, or serve as a reminder that there is nice weather somewhere in the world! Enjoy!
Knitting Around the World by Lela Nargi A beautiful historical and current text focusing on different areas of the world over time. Includes short patterns and sections on fibres and artists, such as Elsebeth Lavold, whose Viking knits were added to the collection last month. The Sock Knitters' Handbook by Charlene Schurch & Beth Parrott I might need to buy this for my personal collection. It really is a handbook that goes over all you need to know about socks: cast ons/offs, structure, yarn, gauge, and more. I love that the cuff-down cast ons have pictures of the outcome and drawings of how to do the cast on itself. It’s good for more than socks! Around the World in Knitted Socks by Stephanie Van Der Linden I think everyone will be able to find a sock they like in this book. It includes 26 patterns with intricate designs in color work, texture, and even beading. When Bad Things Happen to Good Knitters by Marion Edmonds & Ahza Moore Another great reference that goes over error prevention (don't over-tighten your bind off!) and what to do with emergencies big and small.
Toni
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Knitters’ Fair: Call for Volunteers Interested in volunteering for the Fair? Remember that the mandate of the Guild is to promote and celebrate our craft in the KW area. The Fair is put on by the Guild as a whole and needs the help of all it’s members! Volunteers receive free admission, have no wait to get in, and are eligible for special door prizes. Please e-mail [email protected] and include your name, e-mail address, and telephone number. Thanks in advance for helping to make OUR fair the best it can be.
Historical Knitter's Guild Information Requested To help me to better understand our Guild Constitution and Bylaws in my role as Vice-President, I would appreciate speaking with anyone who worked on, or who could direct me to anyone who worked on, the present September, 2009, version or any previous versions. I can be reached through the Guild executive email or at 519-886-8468.
Carol Moogk-Soulis, Vice-President
Knit and Chat Before the Monthly Knitter's Guild Meeting The hall at First United Church is open to us before our meeting. We can gather to knit and chat from 6:30 on. The membership table and library will be open at 7:00. Our meeting will take place as usual from 7:30 to 9:30.
Executive Positions We are nearing the end of the 2013-2014 Guild year, and that means we are looking for some new volunteers for the executive. These jobs take a little more time than just at Guild meetings, but we hope that you consider helping out, to maintain the Guild’s activities and traditions. Here are our current and open executive positions.
Vice President/Future President (Open) Yes, this is the big one, and it’s also the one that you see the most of! The position of Guild Vice President serves two purposes. The first is to supply any support needed for the President of the Guild. It's a support position, so you might be called to do any number of random things to help out the president or other executive members. One example is the responsibility of making sure that the venue gets paid rent every month. The second part of the position is to learn what is required of the Guild President, which you will be next year. Learn as much as you can, and offer as much help as you can. This will put you in a better position to fill the shoes of the Guild President the following year. On average, you will spend about 4 hours a month in meetings (this includes the general Guild meeting and the executive meeting), and an additional 2 to 4 hours a month running extra errands, making phone calls, and sending emails. All in all, it's a great opportunity to learn about how the Guild works and help make it better for everyone.
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More Executive Positions Program Coordinator (Open) The time commitment is about 5 hours a month, including the Guild and Executive meetings and a free dinner out with the speaker. • Plan theme for year (in years when there is an adjudicated show, generally program will follow the show theme) • Contact and book speakers • Follow-up with booked speakers to confirm travel plans, A/V needs, etc. • Take speaker out for dinner (assist with transportation/accommodation if necessary) • Work within a budget, as set out by Guild Executive (includes submitting expenses and requesting payments for speakers) • Attend Executive Meetings as a voting member • Work with the Workshop Coordinator on planning and implementing workshops (if requested)
Workshop Coordinator (Open) Together with the Programming Coordinator, the workshop coordinator plans activities for Guild members outside of regular meetings. This can include the Day Away, workshops with out-of-town teachers, or knit and chats.
Membership Coordinator (Iris Levine) We are pleased to welcome Iris Levine to the Guild executive, as she takes over the Membership Coordinator role for next year. The membership coordinator looks after new members and membership forms, signs everyone in at meetings, makes the nametags, and maintains the membership list.
Knitters’ Fair Coordinator (Jennifer Dellow) This role comes with a lot of work, but also a committee of dedicated volunteers who have been working on the fair for many years. The coordinator organizes meetings and delegates tasks to the committee, communicates with vendors for the fair, and handles the paperwork side of things to make sure the fair runs smoothly and within city regulations.
Newsletter Coordinator (Open) This one is not a big job, taking about 2 hours outside of meetings per month. It is not a voting position in the executive, but it’s nice to attend the executive meetings, to have the latest information. Tasks include: • Communicating with Guild members, executive, and the community to gather submissions • Keeping up-to-date with the details of the Guild • Working in a PowerPoint template to compile all submissions into the newsletter
Volunteer Coordinator (Erin McKee) The volunteer coordinator makes sure we have enough people to help out both at meetings and at community events. Currently, the position also includes managing the Fair’s volunteers, although that can be delegated as the coordinate sees fit.
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Even More Executive Positions Communications Coordinator (Open, but our incumbent coordinator would like to stay involved in a smaller capacity and will offer mentorship) The communications position is the first point of contact for the public. This person is responsible for receiving, answering, or forwarding to the applicable person emails from the main Guild email address. This person also manages the Twitter, Facebook, and Ravelry accounts, our members' Email list, and works closely with the Web administrator to maintain the web site and other communications venues associated with the Guild. The Communications coordinator has to maintain contact with all other executive members in order to facilitate the best flow of information between the Guild executive, membership, and the general public. Under the umbrella of Communications are included publicity and promotions for the Guild in general, and some cooperative work with the Knitters' Fair committee where resources or promotional channels may be shared. The position has a large scope and other volunteers may be recruited to manage specific tasks or aspects. Time commitment: 10-12 hrs/month.
Treasurer (Open) This position involves keeping track of incomes and expenses and making sure we’re in the black! The treasurer is in charge of the chequebook and ensuring that money is spent on items that are approved by the executive. The treasurer also handles the monthly balance statements and tracks all expenses, and uses that information to prepare the budget along with the executive. The time commitment is about 3 hours per month, and about 6 hours in April and May when budget is being prepared and communicated.
Secretary (Open) The main job of the secretary is to take minutes at executive meetings. Then the secretary will organize the notes and send them to the executive. This role is mainly completed during the executive meeting each month, so the time commitment is about 2 hours.
Adjudicated Show Coordinator (Open) Since we have an adjudicated show in 2014, we won’t need a coordinator immediately. However, planning for the next show should begin by the end of the break year, so we have time to form an organizing committee, find and book a judge, and plan the categories.
Librarian (Toni Peter) The librarian takes care of the books. This person keeps up to date with the latest new books and magazines, to order the books that you want to see in the library. They keep the list of books and LibraryThing account up to date. During meetings, the librarian has a couple of volunteers to help shelve and check out books, but this job usually involves showing up early and leaving late for the regular Guild meetings.
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2014 Adjudicated Show: Head and Shoulders, Knees and Toes… And we’re not Opposed to Arms Every second year, Kitchener-Waterloo Knitters’ Guild (KWKG) members submit knitted projects to be modeled in a fashion show after being adjudicated by a guest designer. A celebration of the diversity of members’ interests and creativity, the event showcases members’ talent and celebrates the craft we enjoy. For 2013-14, the Guild is focusing on accessories, culminating in our 2014 Adjudicated Show. We are delighted to announce that our adjudicator is Kate Atherley (kateatherley.com). Entries will be collected at the guild meeting in May and the show is open to all members of the KWKG in good standing. Items must be knit between June 12, 2012 and May 13, 2014. There are 6 categories for adjudication, each with 3 subcategories. Each knitter may enter up to 2 items per subcategory. Categories: 1. Head • Examples: hats, headbands, jewelry 2. Shoulders • Examples: shawls, scarfs, shrugs, cowls, bags, purses 3. Arms • Examples: mittens, gloves, wrist-warmers, fingerless gloves, jewelry 4. Knees (Miscellaneous) • Examples: blankets, afghans, toys, kneepad covers, household accessories 5. Toes • Examples: socks, slippers, leg-warmers 6. Anything but an Accessory • Examples: sweaters, skirts 7. Not for adjudication (for display only) • Have something that you want to show off, but don’t want it to be adjudicated? This is the category for you. Subcategories (These apply to each of the categories 1 – 6) 1. First Timer • First item of a “type” you’ve knit (example: first socks, first shawl, etc.) • First time using a new technique (example: first colourwork project, first lace project, etc.) • First time using new materials/fiber • First time entering an item for adjudication 2. General • It’s not your first time, but you aren’t a guru either 3. Guru • You are a professional knitter / designer / fiber artist • You are regularly recognized as an expert knitter • Your work is regularly recognized through awards *Note: The Adjudicated Show committee reserves the right to reassign entries if they deem the entry is better suited to another category.
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Letter from Seeds of Promise
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New Yarn Shop: DocKnits DocKnits is located in the heart of Port Elgin, a charming beach community on the shores of Lake Huron. The shop recently celebrated its first birthday, and the yarn keeps flowing. DocKnits is the result of Sue's lifelong passion for knitting and crochet. Dr. Sue Gundrum also serves the community as a practicing Family Physician. Sue and her talented staff see the shop as a source of creativity, learning, and camaraderie for yarn enthusiasts. Everyone is welcome at this bright, cheerful shop, regardless of skill level or experience. We are pleased to offer a 10% discount to Kitchener-Waterloo Knitters’ Guild members. Perhaps your summer plans will include a visit to beautiful Lake Huron. Sunsets make our coastline famous, but yarn lovers will enjoy basking in the array of colours and textures at DocKnits. You'll discover a superb assortment of yarn from quality suppliers (many Canadian and local to the area). You'll find favourites, as well as new inspiration. Browse patterns or sit-and-knit in comfort. Enjoy access to ravelry.com on the store's laptop computer. Discover notions, accessories, and buttons to add the perfect finishing touches to your knit or crochet projects; afterwards, go to the beach! Once you've returned home, if you need something, we'll mail it to you... that's what yarn friends do! Back by popular demand: DocKnits is pleased to host their 2nd Annual Knitters’ Retreat September 26-28, 2014. Enjoy the company of knitters in picturesque Southampton, at the lovely Chantry Breezes Bed and Breakfast. Contact DocKnits for details. (To see some of the fun from last year, visit our “Photo Galleries” page on our website.)
Come knit with us! 651 Goderich Street Port Elgin, ON NOH 2CO Phone: 226-453-5648 Email: [email protected] Website: www.docknits.ca
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Knitter Search
Volunteer Corner
A local gentleman has part of a toque that his wife began knitting for him, but she has developed arthritis and cannot finish it. He is hoping that a local knitting is willing to help. Interested knitters should email [email protected] for more information.
There are a couple of open volunteer positions with the Guild, if you are interested in getting involved, but don’t want a large job just yet! We need people to help with the Raffle Table and the Library Table during Guild meetings. If you are able to help out, please contact Erin McKee, the volunteer coordinator, during a meeting or at [email protected].
Other Stuff Yarn Table The yarn table is a great way to get rid of any yarns you don't want anymore, and to make room in the new year for new stash. Just set prices and bring a list of your yarns/quantities/prices with your name on it. Don’t forget to scope out the yarn table for new-to-you bargains, too!
The website team is working on a members-only section of the website. In this section, you will be able to find executive meeting minutes, budgets, and year end reports. This information will also be available in a binder at the library. It is important for the members to have access this information, but it is not information that needs to be posted for the general public. All of the information that you are used to seeing on the website—newsletters, meeting information, etc.—will still be publically available.
Newsletter Have you ever wanted to submit a piece to be published in the newsletter? Send any inquiries or entries to [email protected]. All entries must be submitted by 2 weeks before the next Guild meeting date. The next submission deadline will be for the May Newsletter: April 29, 2014. Every time you send something in to be printed in the newsletter, you get a chance to win a gift certificate in May.
I would like to remind everyone to not park in the church parking lot. It is very tiny, many meetings run concurrently with our own, and there is not enough space for everyone. The Town Square lot that is right beside the church is free and spacious. Please park there.
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Lost and Found At the last Guild meeting, we found a cotton scarf/shawl that was left on a chair close to the raffle table. Brown tones, ladies style. Please check at the Membership table at the April meeting, or contact the Guild librarian.
Raffle Notes The speaker or a volunteer draws the first winner, then each winner will draw the next name until all the prizes are drawn.
Goodwill Do you know of a Guild member with recent news, good or bad? The Guild would like to hear about them, to send our congratulations or our condolences. Please email [email protected] or speak to any member of the executive with the news of the Guild.
March Meeting – Raffle Winners Yvonne Miles – Cabin Fever book Christine Thomas – Glass stole pin Irene Becker – Scarf to dye kit Trish Rubenstein – Book: toe-up techniques Alfie Galda – One of a kind knitting bag Irene Becker – Knitting accessory kit set Cornelia Cunningham – Felted purse to make Cornelia Cunningham – Snipper Lianne Tanner – Opal yarn Lianne Tanner – Farmable Fibres yarn Lianne Tanner – Fabric book Lianne Tanner – Silk yarn
Purchase three tickets for $1.
Show and Tell Bring in an item or two and tell us all about it! We’re always excited to hear about your firsts for projects! What did you learn making your items? What funny stories can you tell us about the items you are showing us? Get the praise and attention you deserve for all your hard work!
March Meeting – Show & Tell Alfie Galda – Ladybug backpack modelled by her granddaughter (bunny still without a tail, in the backpack) Alison Ellett – Garter stitch ear flap hat by Purl Soho in Drops Big Wool (from Woolverine) Laurie – Arboria (Ash Kearns) lapghan in Cascade 128 Carol Moogk-Soulis – Lane Splitter skirt; 2-skein shawl Leah McKeen – Lead light lace shawl Teresa Cornwell – Centre out shawl Barbara Kerr – Hat and mitt set Jenna-Lee Pfeifer – “Day Dreamer” in 122m handspun wool, 60% wool/40% mohair
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Words from your Local Yarn Stores (LYS) Alpaca Acres welcomes visitors to our farm and store. Call 519-625-1064 or visit www.alpacaacres.ca All Strung Out, www.allstrungout.ca is at 36 Quebec St., Guelph with Ashley Reid. Shall We Knit? Can be found at 11 Willow St., Waterloo www.shallweknit.com Needle Beetle - For original colourwork, intarsia, lace & texture knitting patterns, please visit www.needlebeetle.com
Knit and Chats Tuesday 4th Tuesday evening of the month from 7 pm to 9 pm at the Region of Waterloo Public Health and Social Services Building in room 210/211 located on the second floor. Diehard chatters meet every week. Knit Night at Chapters Waterloo, 2nd Tuesday of every month in the store at Chapters. Knit & Chat in Cambridge at the Java Garden from 7 – 9pm every Tuesday night. The Java Garden is at 2 Queen Street East. Parking is free: either on the street or in parking lots. For more information, contact Wendy at Millpond Records & Books 519658-9641. Wednesday All Strung Out 11 am to 2 pm at 36 Quebec St., Guelph (226-8203766). Downtownknitmob: informal meetings, 6:30-9pm, Queen St. Commons in Kitchener. See Ravelry for details. Thursday All Strung Out 6-9 pm at 36 Quebec St., Guelph (226-820-3766). Uptownknitmob: informal meetings, 6-9 pm, in various Uptown Waterloo locations. See Ravelry for details. Friday Shall We Knit? from early afternoon until closing in Waterloo. Saturday All Strung Out 1-3 pm at 36 Quebec St., Guelph (226-820-3766).
Woolverine, downtown Kitchener 93 King Street West, 2nd floor www.woolverine.ca DocKnits 651 Goderich Street Port Elgin, ON www.docknits.ca
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