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Exhibitions
Bi-ennial Exhibition 2008:
The Guild holds a bi-ennial exhibition on alternate years. The 2008 exhibition will be held at the Long Gallery at Salamanca. Here are the information and application forms. REMEMBER to have these forms and fees in by Thursday the 3rd April 2008. The Fees are non-refundable and are as follows:
  • up to and including 3 items is $5,
  • 4 - 6 items is $10
  • 7-10 items is $15.
Any general enquiries to the Exhibition Officer, see page 2 of Island Yarns for Committee member's contacts.

The Bushy Park show each February:
We demonstrate at each Bushy Park show.

International Highland Spin-In:
The Guild is closely associated with the International Highland Spin-In held alternate years in March. The Longest Thread Competition continues to reach new heights - or rather - lengths. For more information visit the Bothwell Spin-In.

Bridgewater High School Farm Open Day each March:
We regularly attend the open day.

Craft Show at Derwent Entertainment Centre June 27-29th 2008:
We exhibit and demonstrate annually.

The Royal Hobart Show each October:
The Guild is a regular exhibitor.

Exhibition 2006:
Our 2006 Exhibition entitled "Textile Journeys - past, present and future" was held at The Design Centre, Tamar st, Launceston from April  12th to May 14th 2006.

Guild Rooms:
Each month at the Hobart Guild rooms in Battery Point  a member displays their work. Hopefully this inspires other members with their work. Guild room examples:

Dad's work Dad's work
Cathie's Dad's weaving Cathie's Dad's weaving
Dad's work Dad's work
Cathie's Dad's weaving Cathie's Dad's weaving
Dad's work Carol's lace work
Cathie's Dad's weaving Carol Robinson's fine lace work
Jan's dolls Knee rug
Jan Rolfe's dolls Knee rug
Double knit rug
Double knit rug


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