First issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in December 1968 and containing descriptions of upcoming workshops in macrame, embroidery, backstrap, color and composition, tapestry, color and weave, rya rugs, tailoring, dressmaking, and beginning and intermediate weaving.
Second issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in 1969 and containing end-of-year thanks from the outgoing board president and education chair.
Third issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in 1969 and containing a discussion of library purchases, descriptions of upcoming workshops in weaving, macrame, dyeing, stitchery, and rug techniques, and a weaving draft for canvas weave.
Fourth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in October 1969 and containing a discussion of guild and library rules, descriptions of upcoming workshops in rug techniques, color, crochet, stitchery, and weaving garments, and a weaving draft for spaced huck with an attached sample.
Fifth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in December 1969 and containing a summary of the February 1970 board meeting, descriptions of upcoming workshops in dyeing, macrame, and solving weaving problems, and a weaving draft for spaced weave with an attached sample.
Sixth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in February 1970 and containing descriptions of upcoming workshops in frame loom, dyeing, and macrame, and a weaving draft for padded double weave with an attached sample.
Seventh issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in April 1970 and containing descriptions of an upcoming workshops in macrame and the Midwest Conference, and a weaving draft for a warp face reversible weave with an attached sample.
Eighth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in August 1970 and containing descriptions of an upcoming workshops in string art and Christmas gift ideas, library rules and hours, a review of the Midwest Weavers Conference, and a weaving draft for cannele with an attached sample.
Ninth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in October 1970 and containing descriptions of an upcoming workshop in string art, a request from the guild president for volunteers, the 1970/1971 class schedule and registration fxrm, an announcement for the Sixteenth Annual St. Anthony Park Craft Fair, and a weaving draft for blanket weave with an attached sample.
Tenth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in February 1971 and containing a review of an open house, an announcement of gallery shows, work study groups, a weaver's clinic, and an upcoming workshop in embroidery, and a weaving draft for three harness twill with an attached sample.
Eleventh issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in April 1971 and containing announcements of Guild Day and upcoming workshops in shadow weave, warping a loom, and loom maintenance, and a weaving draft for honeycomb with an attached sample.
Twelfth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in June 1971 and listing new Guild officers, dues, library hours, and summer classes, and containing descriptions of an exhibit at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts and the upcoming State Fair, and a draft and swatch for curtain material.
Thirteenth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in October 1971 and containing descriptions of the Guild's activities over the summer including demonstrations at the Minneapolis Institute of Art and the State Fair, workshops in Color and Design, and study groups, and listing upcoming workshops in batik and finishing touches, an announcement for the upcoming St. Anthony Park Craft Fair, and a weaving draft and swatch for Latvian warp-faced rosepath.
Fourteenth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in December 1971 and containing descriptions of a demonstration day at the Guild, local and national press coverage of the Guild, upcoming workshops in inkle loom weaving and TENT needlepoint stitch, and a weaving draft and sample for a seven-harness Finnish design.
Fifteenth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in January 1972 and containing a summary of Guild Board activities, and descriptions of upcoming activities in quilting, Ukranian egg dyeing, and inkle loom weaving, and a weaving draft and swatch for drapes.
Sixteenth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in February 1972 and containing descriptions of an Evening Division Committee, additions to the library, and a symposium in Los Angeles, a schedule of upcoming Guild meetings and workshops in tapestry and finishing, and a weaving draft, instructions, and a swatch for a variation on double corduroy rug technique.
Eighteenth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in April 1972 and containing thanks from the outgoing president and descriptions of upcoming activities including a member's exhibit, classes in frame loom and primitive weaving, group projects, and wool dyeing, a description of new library books, and a weaving draft and swatch for a warp-faced weave.
Seventeenth issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in April 1972 and containing descriptions of upcoming classes, group projects, library purchases, other guild business, and an inkle loom sample.
Ninetheenth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in August 1972 and containing a list of new Guild officers and descriptions of upcoming activities including State Fiar, a traveling exhibit of handspun yarns, a guild trip to the Faribault Woolen Mill, the Annual Craft Fair, and a workshop in double weave.
Twentieth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in September 1972 and containing descriptions of upcoming activities including Guild meetings, Faribault Woolen Mill trip, the Annual Arts and Crafts Fair, and workshops in double weave, bead making, finishing techniques, and drafting, a description of Guild volunteer opportunities, a flyer for the St. Anthony Park Annual Craft Fair, and a weaving draft and swatch for tabby check or stripe.
Tweny-first issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in October 1972 and containing descriptions of exhibits and upcoming activities including Guild meetings, the Lake Superior Craft Exhibit in Duluth, the Arts and Crafts Fair, and the Annual Open House, and workshops in drafting and needleweaving, and a list of new fiber-related books at the St. Paul Public Library.
Twenty-second issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in November 1972 and containing an obituary of Hilma Berglund, and descriptions of upcoming activities including the Annual Open House, Midwest Weavers' Conference, exhibits, and workshops and classes in twining, beadmaking, weaving techniques, spinning, texturing, and rug techniques, and a draft and swatch for shadow weave.
Twenty-third issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in January 1973 and containing descriptions of upcoming workshops, Guild meeting and the May 1973 Midwest Weaver's Conference; library news; and yarn samples from the Yarnery.
Twenty-fourth issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in January 1973 and containing descriptions of upcoming workshops, Guild meeting, and the May 1973 Midwest Weaver's Conference; library news; and a membership survey.
Twenty-fifth issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in March 1973 and containing descriptions of upcoming workshops, Guild meeting, and Highland Games Day; information about the 1973 and 1974 Midwest Weaver's Conferences, the annual Arts and Craft Fair, and changes in the guild board; a message from the president regarding voting proxies; library news; and a membership survey.
Twenty-sixth issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in April 1973 and containing descriptions of the upcoming Guild meetings, member show, workshop on spinning, spring class changes, Highland Games Day, and the Renaissance Fair; Guild business including proposed amendments to the constitution, a list of nominated officers, a reminder of voting proxies, and the President's Report; and information about the 1973 and 1974 Midwest Weaver's Conferences.
Twenty-seventh issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in May 1973 and containing an announcement about the 1974 Midwest Weavers' Conference, a brief history of the Guild, and a weaving draft and sample.
Twenty-eighth issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in June 1973 and containing descriptions of the upcoming June meeting, the annual meeting, and upcoming classes and workshops; information about the 1973 and 1974 Midwest Weavers Conference; a report on the Symposium on Technology and the Craftsman in Ames, Iowa; an obituary for Sue Cory; and a list of textile books at the St Paul Library.
Twenty-eighth issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in June 1973 and containing descriptions of the upcoming June meeting, the annual meeting, and upcoming classes and workshops; information about the 1973 and 1974 Midwest Weavers Conference; a report on the Symposium on Technology and the Craftsman in Ames, Iowa; an obituary for Sue Cory; and a list of textile books at the St Paul Library.
Twenty-ninth issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in September of 1973 and containing descriptions of upcoming workshops, a report from the Education Committee, and other guild business.
Thirtieth issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in October 1973 and containing descriptions of the upcoming October meetings, workshops, 1974 Midwest Weavers Conference, Saint Anthony Park Craft Fair, and study groups; prize winners of the 1973 Midwest Weavers Conference; gifts to the Guild; new textile books at the St. Paul Public Library; community response to the Guild exhibit at the State Fair and the Rennaisance Fair; and biographies of new teachers.
Thirty-first issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in November 1973 and containing descriptions of the upcoming November meetings, workshops, December Open House, community demonstrations, and Spinning Group meeting; updates for the 1974 Midwest Weavers Conference; board decisions; request for spinning wheel loans; a list of library rules; an update about the St. Paul Public Library, the Guild swatch library, sources for dyes; and other Guild news.
Thirty-second issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in December 1973 and containing descriptions of the upcoming January meeting, workshops, and December Open House; class schedule changes; an announcement of a fiber slide library; library news; workshop leader biographies; other Guild news; and a draft and swatch for the Rambler rose pattern.
Thirty-third issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in February 1974 and containing descriptions of the upcoming February meeting, Midwest Weavers Conference, classes, and workshops on weaving of beaded bands, Navajo rug techniques, and crackle weave; reports on the December Open House and the Guild fiber slide library; workshop leader biographies; other Guild news; and a draft and swatch for weft face barleycorn.
Thirty-fourth issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in March 1974 and containing descriptions of the upcoming March meeting, a Scandinavian Night at the Midwest Weavers Conference, classes, and workshops on coiled basketry, crackle weave, applique, and dollmaking; an announcement of the new Educational Coordinator; St. Paul Public Library news; Guild news; and a summary of the January Liturgical Design Workshop.
Thirty-fifth issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in April 1974 and containing descriptions of the upcoming April meeting and a special membership meeting to discuss articles of incorporation, a members' exhibit for the annual meeting, the Annual Scottish Country Fair, and workshops on applique, dollmaking, and braids; a request for volunteers for the Midwest Weavers Conference; and Guild news.
Thirty-sixth issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in May 1974 and containing descriptions of the upcoming May meeting and annual meeting, classes, a contemporary craft exhibit, workshops in tapestry, Midwest Weavers Conference, and the Guild's move to 427 1/2 Cedar Avenue, Minneapolis; Guild news; a membership questionnaire; and a list of Post-Midwest Conference seminars and summer classes.
Thirty-seventh issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in June 1974 and containing a list of new officers; descriptions of the annual meeting, new staff meetings, and the financial policy; a reminder of annual dues; a report on the Midwest Weavers Conference, a list of conference award winners, and plans for the Guild to administer a national project for certification of handweavers; an announcement of a new building fund and a Guild group project; an upcoming workshop on basketry; and Guild news.
Thirty-eighth issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in September 1974 and containing descriptions of the upcoming September meeting, and workshops on basketry, drafting, and fabric design; the workshop registration policy; a description of Fiber Fair policies and standards; and Guild news.
Thirty-ninth issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in October 1974 and containing descriptions of the upcoming October meeting, and workshops on fabric design and sprang; a report from the Education Committee; information on the Fiber Fair; Guild news; a proposal for a long range plan; Board retreat note; and a draft for transparent hangings.
Fortieth issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in November 1974 and containing descriptions of the upcoming November meeting, workshops, Annual Christmas Open House, and Fiber Fair; an announcement of a Building Fund and; a column on Natural dyeing; a report from the Duluth Fiber Handcrafters' Guild; an exhibition of students' work; and Guild news.
Volume 1, number 3 of Minnesota Crafts Council (MCC) Craft Connection was published in 1975 and is centered around art fairs. Contents include reflections on art fairs; Nelson Brown's art fair List; personal reflections on juried art fairs; collection of thoughts on art fairs from artists; profiles of popular midwest art fairs (Lakefront Festival of Arts, 57th Street Art Fair, Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, and Minnesota Craftspeoples Festival); art fair questionnaire; Twin Cities first Street Artist Guild; order forms for a corks sale at Minnesota Clay Company; order forms for the Lien Kick Wheel from Atypical Woodwork & Design; and a review of Pyroman Meets Gorilla, a workshop with clay artists Don Reitz and Peter Voulkos.
Volume 1, number 1 of Minnesota Crafts Council (MCC) Craft Connection was published in spring 1975. Contents include the announcement of the new Craft Connection publication; calls for event listings and job openings; welcome message from MCC President Judy Onofrio; experiment in pottery at the Kohler Plumbingware Company by artists Jack Earl and Tom LaDousa; information about the Kohler Art Center; neon sign-making; spotlight on neon sign artist Cork Marcheschi; the 'Corn Corners Farm Program' founded by Art Morrison; reflections from participants in Arizona Project, a workshop involving observation of Navajo craftspeople; an interview with author Susan Peterson on her recent book on potter Shoji Hamada; and visits with artists in southern Minnesota.
Volume 1, number 2 of Minnesota Crafts Council (MCC) Craft Connection was published in summer 1975 and is labeled the Lifestyle Issue. Contents include an urban group living experience; urban craft cooperatives in Minneapolis; poetry by D. R. Luhn accompanying artwork by Eleanor Moty; conversation with woodworker and repairman Arthur Voss; a collective of residents at Cherrystone farm in western Wisconsin; a collective of residents at Patternstation; spotlight on weaver and designer Robert L. Kidd; profile of Octagon Art Center Director Martha Benson; and profile of potter Randy Johnson and weaver Nancy Johnson.
First issue of the first volume of "The Minnesota Weaver" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in September 1975 and containing descriptions of upcoming workshops, classes, exhibits, and Fiber Fair; a letter from the president, vice-president, and editor; long range guild planning; library news; new columns titled "Frame Loominations", "From Woods & Fields", and "We Have a Past"; and other guild news.
Forty-first issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in December 1974/January 1975 and containing descriptions of the upcoming annual Open House, talks on batik, history of costume, and on patterns and techniques, courses including eight harness block designs, and workshops on applique and tubular double weave; announcements of the summer course schedule, college credit for guild classes, and an Andersen Foundation grant received by the guild; a "From Woods & Fields" column; and an insert of the winter class schedule.
Forty-second issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in February 1975 and containing descriptions of the upcoming February meeting, Fiber Fair, and workshops on costume, religious art, weaving tubular clothing, color and weave effect, and sectional warping; exhibits; classes; a "From Woods and Fields" article; Guild news; an 8-shaft draft; and a schedule of spring classes.
Forty-third issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in March 1975 and containing descriptions of the upcoming March meeting, guild birthday party, tour of the Textile and Tapestry Collection of the Minneapolis Institute of Arts, workshops on visualizing ideas and on color and weave, a bus trip to the White Bear Area Vocational School, and a traveling exhibit from the Twenty Weavers of Washington, D.D.; announcements of parking improvements and new classes; and a "From Woods & Fields" column.