Meeting Agenda

Guild Meeting on Tuesday, March 24, 2026

Western Reserve

Spinners & Weavers Guild

Lake FarmPark, Auditorium

8800 Euclid Chardon Rd,

Kirtland, OH

6:00 Come and socialize
6:30 Show & Share/Tell
7:00 Program: Presenter - Denise Kovnat will be joining us virtually for "Once Upon a Warp: From the Loom to the Runway". followed by a short business meeting

Denise Kovnat will be joining us virtually for "Once Upon a Warp: From the Loom to the Runway". Denise is an internationally known weaver and states that "This lecture traces my weaving journey from concept to completion of a garment, followed by a fashion show of the garments themselves. Every year since 2008 I have set myself a challenge: Weave a garment (or two) that will be juried into the Convergence fashion show, part of the biannual conference of the Handweavers’ Guild of America. To date, I have been able to meet the challenge – but there’s more to the story, with some ups and downs along the way! Anyone who weaves or creates fabric or designs garments will relate."

Listed below:

• Minutes for the February 2026 WRSW Guild General Meeting

WRSW Minutes February 24, 2026 6:30-7- Prior to our meeting, members were invited to share non president challenge show and tell. Our members were busy this month. A variety of beautiful items were shared by, Suzanne, Sharon, Karen, Jennifer, Joan, Kayla, Sue and Joyce.

All members were asked to introduce themselves and share what kind of fiber arts they are involved in. We welcome new member Kimi. Our meeting started at 6:57. Members present- Bob, Jean, Mo, Sue M, Rachel, Joan, Cheryl, Sherri, Ellen, Jennifer, Sue I, Lisa, Cindy, Joyce, Sally, Laramie, Donna, Yvonne, Kimi, Suzanne, Kayla, Sharon, Kate, Quinton, Karen. Flora (via Zoom)

The president challenge for 2025 was to create a series that included the thought process that went into the project as well as the progression. A second option for the challenge was to create an item that incorporated a hidden message. Those that presented their challenge pieces included Joellen, Karen, Sharon, Sue, Bob. Their pieces included morse code, name drafting, and thought processes.

Quinton presented the 2026 President’s challenge. The challenge is: “Four Seasons”. The idea is to incorporate one season or all four seasons in creating something made from any form of fiber arts.

Business: Secretary minutes- Karen noted November Minutes are located on website. Hard copy was available at the meeting- moved by Joan, second by Jennifer, all in favor, passed.

Audit committee (Suzanne, Quinton, Cheryl) and Budget committee (Jennifer, Suzanne, Quinton, Cindy) - findings were presented by Quinton. Minor corrections were made by the committee and agreed on per Quinton. No vote needed.

Treasurer – Suzanne- Presented 2025 finance report. – We spent $5 more than we brought in. The additional expenses were covered using Uarda funds. 2026 Proposal was presented. Currently we have 58 members. Proposed income and expenses were explained. Currently the budgets expenses are $90 more than estimated income. Discussion was held regarding potential cost savings on the estimated expenses including, programs, thank you gifts and library funds. Fundraising possibilities to compensate for the shortfall included member dues, income from web partners, fiber relocation (which goes to the library funding), transfer of Urda funds and investment options. Vote on the proposed 2026 budget – Joan moved, Lisa second, all in favor, passed.

Raam Committee - Point opportunities – Wool Hollow- Chesterland Historical Foundation- June 7, 2026 12-4. Ohio Mart- Stan Hywet -October 1-4, 2026- details to follow. Both were explained and briefly discussed. Vote – Mo moved, Joan second, all in favor, passed.

Announcements: Av- backup is needed for Bob. Quinton and Lisa volunteered to help. Workshop Committee – presenter to be in touch 6 weeks before the workshop. Information will be sent when received. Joan volunteered to host the presenter. Bob will be stepping down after this program. A chairperson as well as members are needed. Yvonne asked about details involved in chairing this committee – Bob indicated that workshops need to be researched and chosen and general logistics handled. These include appropriate venues located as well as affordable fees and lodging for the instructor or a member host.

Programs – Yvonne covered programs for 2026. Thank you to committee members – Yvonne, Mo, Joan, Sharon, Joellen who worked very hard. Sharon will be the new chair. Programs are on the website meeting calendar. Sharon will need assistance in creating a needs survey this year. Quinton and Yvonne volunteered to help. Quinton reminded members that Lamb Jam is May 2-3 10-4. All are encouraged to attend and demonstrate as it allows us to continue our meetings at Lake Farm Park.

Quinton also reminded us to use the link from our website when making purchases from the Woolery so that the guild can benefit from the partnership. Joyce indicated that American Needlework Guild has a Loom to donate. Information was given on how to upload for posting. Jamie Fish is selling her loom. Suzanne will post. Website education – Suzanne and Rachel are requesting input on what members need from the webmaster. Library thing link and the ability to post directly with webmaster filter was appreciated. Also noted-The Zoom link for meetings are located on the web meeting calendar for easy access. Roster information is being updated. Member contribution and pictures are encouraged. Suzanne indicated that emails were sent regarding membership dues. All should be turned in by the end of February. At this time, the website “members only” password will be changed for the current year.

The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 moved by Bob, second by Laramie, all in favor, passed. Minutes Submitted by Donna Mueller- Secretary