HGA offers links to members who produce a product line or one-of-a kind work, or who teach weaving, spinning, basketmaking, or other fiber techniques.

Local guilds: If your guild seeks a workshop leader or seminar presenter, browse this list for suggestions. Whether your guild focuses on a single technique of handweaving, handspinning, or basketry, or embraces many fiber techniques, you may find teachers in your area to bring you a new perspective.

This list is provided as a benefit to the fiber community and is not an endorsement by HGA.

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	Jackie Abrams, Vermont Basket artist using uniquely painted papers in plaited and stitched techniques. Leader: Convergence 2002 Vancouver.
	Charlene Anderson, Wyoming Classes/workshops in spinning, weaving, knitting, quilting Leader: Convergence 98, Convergence 2000, Mid-West Weavers Conference
	Holly Brackmann, California Weaving professor; interested in 3-dimensional forms from flat woven cloth. Leader: Convergence 2002 Vancouver; Convergence 2008 Tampa Bay.
	Elaine Bradley, Georgia Weaver, dyer, basket maker. Classes and workshops in these and other fiber techniques. Leader: Convergence 2006 Grand Rapids, Convergence 2008 Tampa Bay.
	Mary J. Burks, Washington Mary is a fulltime studio artist who offers workshops in dyeing, surface design and weaving. She teaches and exhibits internationally. Leader: Convergence 2006 Grand Rapids.
	Inge Dam, Ontario, Canada Master Weaver from the Ontario Handweavers and Spinners; classes in tablet weaving for beginners to advanced, how to combine tablet weaving and loom weaving, and embellishments. Leader: Convergence 2002 Vancouver.
	Virginia Davis, California Workshops in ikat: warp & weft, picture weft (e-gasuri); stitch and tie resist techniques; backstrap weaving
	Judy Dominic, Ohio Basketmaker, weaver, spinner, felter, dyer; classes in basketmaking, Bogolan fini (mud cloth); coordinator of MBF (Midwest Basketry Focus) conference. Leader: Convergence 2002 Vancouver; Convergence 2008 Tampa Bay.
	Wendy Durfey, Ontario, Canada Contemporary basket weaving; exploring the technique of double wall baskets with the use of silk fusion, archival paper, metal and bamboo.
	Debra Erikson, Oklahoma/Kansas Workshops in digital design using Adobe PhotoShop, tapestry weaving, printing images on fabric, teaches week-long retreats at lake cabin. Leader: Convergence 2004 Denver
	Kay Faulkner, Australia Professional handweaver; classes in a range of topics including Loom Controlled Shibori, Uniquely Handwoven and Doubleweave. Leader: Convergence 2002 Vancouver.
	Doris Florig, Wyoming and the Tropics Nomadic contemporary weaver offers instruction/demos across country. On/Off loom weaving, dyeing, spinning, creative fiberarts. Caters to individual needs.
	Geri Forkner, Tennessee Weaving Arts Studio, TN, offers classes in fiber arts designed to immerse you in a world of creativity.
	Barbara Gallagher, Indiana Weaver; yarn and equipment shop; classes in weaving, spinning, knitting.
	Joan Griffin, Virginia Tapestry weaver and instructor. Teaches weekend tapestry classes in her studio.
	Joanne Hall, Montana Author of Mexican Tapestry Weaving; instructor in tapestry, Swedish weaves, rug weaving, beginning weaving; Montana Studio for classes, looms and supplies.
	Linda Hartshorn, California Weaver, dyer, textile artist. Classes, workshops in natural dyeing, painted warp, woven shibori, various weave structures. Teacher at The Ink People Center for the Arts, Eureka
	Nancy Harvey, California Tapestry weaver, instructor, videographer
	Linda Hendrickson, Oregon Workshops in ply-split braiding and tablet weaving. Leader: past Convergences, MAFA, Midwest Weavers Conference.
	Venie Hinson, Ohio Basketmaker specializing in marbled baskets, black walnut and cherry, and double walled basket classes.
	Nancy Arthur Hoskins, Oregon Teacher, Author, Artist -- Lectures and Workshops on Ancient Egyptian Textiles, Boundweave, Taqueté, Samitum, Magic Threading, Color, and Linen. Leader: Convergence 2004
	Bonnie Inouye, Maryland and Colorado Weaver; workshops/programs for guilds and conferences in multishaft design, large-scale twills, network drafting, tied weaves, flowing lines, dyed warps. Leader: past Convergences, Complex Weavers Seminars
	Bobbie Irwin, Colorado  Weaver, spinner; classes in a wide variety of topics including Twined Rag Rugs, Transparencies, Overshot, Wrinkle-Resistant Handwovens, Unusual 4-Shaft Weaves, Puckered Fabrics, and Yarn Design. Leader: Convergence 2002 Vancouver; Convergence 2008 Tampa Bay.
	Susan Iverson, Virginia Tapestry weaver. Classes in a variety of textile courses including Tapestry and Ancient Peruvian Textile Techniques. Leader: Convergence 2002 Vancouver; Convergence 2008 Tampa Bay.
	Carol James, Winnipeg, Manitoba Instructor in Fingerweaving, an ancient method where all threads are warp, and each one takes a turn at weft.
	Deborah Jarchow, California Full time studio weaver and artist. Offers classes in beginning to intermediate weaving and fiber techniques. Leader : Convergence 2008 Tampa Bay.
	Gay Jensen, Washington Award-winning Seattle artist Gay Jensen weaves, dyes, paints, stitches, collages and embellishes fabrics.
	Donna Kallner, Wisconsin Basketmaker and instructor. Workshops in contemporary coiling with natural materials and dimensional needle lace. Northwoods Basket Retreat organizer. Leader: Convergence 2004, Denver.
	Lin Bentley Keeling , Texas Vibrant Vessels Workshops. Three dimensional 'tapestries' using coiled basketry techniques.
	Leslie Killeen, North Carolina Weaver, workshops/programs - guilds/conferences - designing/weaving complex cloth on eight shafts. Leader: Convergence 2004, Denver and Grand Rapids 2006.
	Betty Burian Kirk, Illinois Artist and Teacher specializing in classes/workshops in Spinning, Weaving, Felting, Kumihimo, Tassel Making. Leader: Convergence 2000 Cincinnati, Midwest Weavers Conference 1995, 1999, 2001, Florida Tropical Weavers Guild Conference.
	Daryl Lancaster, New Jersey Fiber artist known for her handwoven, pieced garments, has been sewing for more than 30 years; Contributing Features Editor, Handwoven Magazine; leader at past Convergences.
	Connie Lippert, South Carolina Weaver specializing in Navajo wedge weave, rug weaving, working with natural dyes, and sharing the excitement of weaving with children. Leader at Convergence 2004 Denver.
	Pavlos Mayakis, New York. Suface Coated Handwovens (metals/patinas, encaustic wax, clays.) & Dyeing with Shaving Cream. Leader: Convergence 2002 Vancouver and Convergence 2006 Grand Rapids.
	Sarah McCarthy, Florida Studio weaver and owner of "Sarah's Design," creating one-of-a-kind handwoven designs. Teaches beginning and intermediate on-loom classes.
	Susan McGehee , California Studio artist weaves solely with wire and metal, using traditional weaving techniques. Available for lectures and workshops.
	Jennifer Moore, New Mexico MFA in Fiber Arts. Workshops/programs in doubleweave and geometric design. Leader at Convergences and regional conferences. Author of The Weaver's Studio: Doubleweave.
	Rosalie Neilson , Oregon Workshops: Warp-faced Rep, Kumihimo, Block Design. Commission weaver for interior designers and architects. Leader: Convergence 1996 Portland, Convergence 1998 Atlanta, Convergence 2004 Denver.
	Judy Ness , Oregon Tapestry weaver with special interest in Norwegian and Navajo weaving. Fiber arts instructor since 1995 in weaving, dyeing and spinning.
	Sue Noble, Washington Textile Artist & Designer. Free form, structured & asymmetrical fiber art in interior accents and wearables.
	Sheila O'Hara, California Weaver of innovative and often humorous tapestries including the "Flockettes", instructor of workshops/programs for guilds and conferences in multiple warp twills and plaiting, classes in beginning to advanced weaving at her home studio; BFA in Textiles. Leader: past Convergences, Complex Weavers Conferences and SFSU.
	Peggy Osterkamp, California
	Sigrid Piroch, Pennsylvania Classes/workshops in weaving & spinning & computer textile design from "the basics" through complex. Convergences and conference leader.
	Margaret Pittman, Mississippi Dyer and weaver; owner of Heritage Handwovens and Dye Service.
	Joh Ricci , Pennsylvania Contemporary Basketry & Sculptural Fiber Artist.
	Michael Rohde, California Weaver of wall rugs
	Nadine Sanders, Washington Workshops include the Theo Moorman technique, warping, transparencies and a jacket workshop. Teaching nationally since 1995
	Tommye McClure Scanlin , Georgia I weave and exhibit and also teach tapestry, both in workshops and at my studio.
	Barbara Shapiro, California Weaver, surface design artist, basket maker whose work speaks of historic textiles of many cultures. Inspiration, shibori and indigo classes. Leader: Convergence 2002.
	Sally Shore, New York Weaving with ribbon for walls and fashion accessories; classes in weaving with ribbon and pleated ribbon wearables. Leader: Convergence 2002 Vancouver; Convergence 2008 Tampa Bay.
	Robyn Spady, Washington Certificate of Excellence with specialized study "Loom-controlled Stitched Double Cloth." Robyn is inspired by the many ways to weave double-faced fabrics as a way to create versatile fabrics. In addition to double-faced fabrics, she also explores uncommon weave structures and narrow warp weaves. Leader: Convergence 2008 Tampa Bay.
	Rebecca L. Smith, California Author of "Weaving with Knitting Yarn" and "Weaving with Yarn and Beads...Together!". Workshops on tapestry weaving, bead weaving, eccentric weft, and fiber jewelry.
	Pat Spark, Oregon Feltmaker, author, editor of the North American Felters' Network. Leader at Convergences.
	Terri Stewart, Florida Beginning to intermediate tapestry weaving; design classes. Private lessons, local groups, national workshops.
	Janice Sullivan, California Weaving professor, fiber artist, known for decorative metallic, pleated wall pieces, classes and workshops specifically in loom controlled 3-D fabrics, pleating on loom, dyed and printed warps, and collapse fabrics.
	Jannie Taylor, California Workshops and programs: shadow weave; layered fabric; various other weave structures; software for multi-shaft design. Leader: Convergences 2008 and 2010.
	Cameron Taylor-Brown, California Artist specializing in weaving/mixed media; classes in color, design, creativity and the collaborative process. Leader: Convergence 2002 Vancouver, Convergence 2006 Grand Rapids.
	Kathe Todd-Hooker, Oregon Private lessons, workshops all levels of tapestry technique. Author of Shaped Tapestry, Lines in tapestry, and Tapestry 101.
	Carol Ventura, Tennessee Tapestry crochet, backstrap weaving, Central American textile traditions.
	Betty Vera, New York Weaver, surface design, sculpture, mixed media; Workshops in warp painting, color interactions and weave structure, color and design. Leaders Convergence, NEWS, MAFA and IWC.
	Vibeke Vestby, Norway Weaver; equipment designer. Leader: Convergence 2002 Vancouver.
	Sara von Tresckow, Wisconsin Weaver, spinner, flax grower.
	Lillian Whipple, California Weaver of fine silk thread; COE-W specializing in Fine Silk Thread; classes in various techniques including Taquete and Huck Lace. Leader: Convergence 2002 Vancouver.
	Susan Wilson, Colorado Weaving workshops/programs in crackle, treadling variations, color-and-weave, lace, towels, polychrome, drafting and design. COE-W specialty in crackle weave. Leader: several Convergences, regional conferences.
	Pamela Zimmerman, North Carolina Contemporary Basket weaving, using horsehair and other fibers.

Members: Add your listing
To add your listing to the pages, send an email with “Artists/Leaders Link” in the subject to the HGA office. In the body of the email, include the following information: your name, HGA member number, email address, Web site URL, home state or province, and a 20-word description of your work or workshops. Optional: attach an image of your work as a .jpg file at 72 DPI or higher.