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	Give Fiber Gifts For a fun and authentic holiday shopping experience, visit Textile Center Shop! We have beautiful, handmade gifts at a variety of price points. Learn more. »   Special Holiday Challenge In this season of generosity, please remember Textile Center. Your gift will be matched dollar for dollar through December 31! Learn more. »
	Give to Textile Center     Remember, Textile Center membership makes a great gift!   Don’t forget in the bustle of the holidays to make your year-end gift to Textile Center. Your contribution will be matched dollar for dollar by a special holiday challenge gift that extends from now through December 31. We deeply appreciate your support.
	Find Unique Fiber Art Gifts at the Holiday Show and Sale     Gallery Hours Mon. to Thu. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Fri. and Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Sun. Closed December 25   If you love buying and giving finely crafted, artist-made work, this show and sale is perfect for you. The Holiday Show and Sale features high-quality fiber art by more than 150 artists from Minnesota and across the country. Artwork ranges from unique knitted mittens, felted ornaments and beaded jewelry to stunning art quilts, woven placemats and shibori-dyed garments. No matter your holiday budget, you will find plenty to give and treasure. See the list of participating artists. Featured Artist Marlene Meyer Marlene Meyer, a nationally noted basket weaver, began her artistic journey in 1984. After studying with many fine weavers, she immersed herself in the pursuit of her own artistic style. Marlene says, "Creating things with your hands keeps you in touch with the world around you and the things that are really important in one's life." Baskets that have beauty, texture and function are admired and appreciated by everyone. Marlene Meyer’s original designs have unique shapes, color and fibers that add an artistic dimension to the basic functionality of a basket. Weaving yarns into the form and embellishing with bits from nature and raku pottery melds Marlene's personal style of art with her great love of the outdoors.   Textile Center Joan Mondale Gallery and Shop (See map)                                     Land by Hand: Artists Explore Place     Land By Hand catalogues are available for purchase in Textile Center Shop for $14.95.   Textile Center is touring an exhibition of fiber art created by Minnesota artists that have received national recognition for their work. Land by Hand: Artists Explore Place, organized by Textile Center and curated by Kimber Olson, is currently being exhibited at New York Mills Regional Cultural Center and will continue to tour to additional venues in Mankato and Lanesboro through June of 2012. Artists whose work is featured are Lettie Blackburn Vernal Bogren-Swift Morgan Clifford Nancy Condon Mary Hark Jill Lynn Bernadette Mahfood Mary Mortenson Sharon Meyer Postance Christine Pradel-Lien Karen Searle Kathleen Smith Bonnie Wedge Sherri West Jo Wood In addition to the exhibition, each venue has the option to host three educational activities that are related to the exhibition works such as half-day classes, family day activities and/or artist lecture. These are presented by artists who have pieces in the exhibition or by experienced fiber art instructors from Textile Center. These activities are supported by a Legacy grant awarded through the Minnesota State Arts Board. Through exhibition and education, Textile Center endeavors to bring fine fiber art to the people of Minnesota living outside the metropolitan area. Land by Hand Artist Spotlight: Karen Searle Artist statement: I utilize the techniques of “women's work” to present the feminine view. My imagery is inspired by women’s lives and women’s bodies, and by the feminine impulse to nurture. My sense of humor enters into the creation process and becomes integral to many of the pieces. I think of my wire sculptures as 3-dimensional line drawings in space. The line and movement of the object and its shadow suggest the energy of a human presence. I think of my work with birch bark and other natural materials as a metaphor for women’s work and women's lives: all involve scavenging, mending, piecing-together and adorning.   New York Mills Regional Cultural Center New York Mills (See map) www.kulcher.org This exhibition and its tour are organized by Textile Center. Textile Center is a fiscal years 2010 and 2011 recipient of an Arts Tour Minnesota grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board. This activity is funded in part by the Minnesota arts and cultural heritage fund as appropriated by the Minnesota State Legislature with money from the Legacy Amendment vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4, 2008.
	Brand New Classes!     Register now! 612-436-0464   Give the gift of a class at Textile Center—it’s one that keeps on giving. Class certificates available in the Gift Shop. Visit our website for the list of classes and workshops for the Winter Session.                                     A Basket from All Angles       You loved viewing her baskets in our Community Gallery, you'll certainly enjoy learning to make a basket that includes traditional basket materials with other natural elements. Instructor: Marlene Meyer $46/$40 Textile Center Members Saturday March 31 12:00–4:00 p.m.                                     Paint a Rose in Stitches       Learn the basic stitches in silk shading to create a picture of a dog rose. Instructor: Jim Morehouse $104/$90 Textile Center Members Wednesdays, March 7, 14 and 21 6:00–9:00 p.m.                                     Down and Dirty Patterns 2: Make it Work       Have you taken the first pattern drafting course and want more? Join us and get practical tips on patterning finishing details for your projects. Instructor: Lynn Cooper $104/$90 Textile Center Members Mondays, April 9, 16 and 23, 6:00–9:00 p.m.                                     Now Accepting Applications for Feed the Fibers Field Trips       Apply now for this FREE field trip program for schools, after-school programs and community groups. K–12 students can come to tour the gallery, meet artists and do a hands-on project at Textile Center. A field trip award includes reimbursement for buses and includes all materials for students to each take home a piece of handmade art. Space is limited; apply early. Get application forms and program information at www.textilecentermn.org/feedthefiber.asp.
	Spotted at the Shop     Shop Hours Mon. to Thu. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Fri. and Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Sun.   Hats | $18–$195 Artists: Nancy Benson, Dawn Edwards, Pat Grady, Jan Hagerman, Priscilla Howard, Elisabeth Knutson, North Dakota Wooly Girls, Judy Ostrowski, Judith Payne, Betsy Preston, Becke Schwalm and Kathleen Sherman. Blankets and Throws | $75–$425 Artists: Joy Gerard, Candy Kuehn and Kelly Marshall. Purses, Bags and Totes | $26–$175 Artists: Suzann Beck, Nancy Benson, Christy Binoniemi, Sharon Englund, Barbara Erickson, Karen Larson, Mary Hamre, Karen Heddens, Kelly Marshall, Anne Masemore, Chiaki O’Brien, Ann Poulson, Linda Kollofski, Mimi Richgruber, Jeanne Rostad, Polly Tracy, Colleen Trebil, Elea Uhl and Karen Wallach. Textile Center Shop, located in Textile Center, features extraordinary fiber art to own, give and treasure. The Shop is stocked with items made by artists from around the country including hand-dyed silk scarves, woven baskets, quilted table-runners, beaded bracelets, artist-designed clothing and much more. All are available at a variety of price points. The Shop also carries supplies that can be used in Textile Center classes. Learn more about Textile Center Shop. »
	Author Bag Lunch: Monica Ferris     Library Hours Mon. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; 5 to 7 p.m. Tue. 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wed. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thu. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; 5 to 7 p.m. Fri. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sat. 12-4 p.m.   Monica Ferris will be at the Textile Center for one of our Author Bag Lunches on Tuesday, December 20th from 12 to 1 p.m. She will tell us about her latest mystery, Threadbare, the 2012 Betsy Devonshire book. Learn more about Monica at www.cozy-mystery.com/Monica-Ferris.html and www.monica-ferris.com/books. Monica Ferris’ hats are on display in the library now through December 20th. Wear a fancy hat of your own to Monica’s Author Bag Lunch Event.   Bring your own lunch. Coffee, lemonade and cookies are provided. Tuesday, 12 to 1 p.m. Textile Center Pat O’Connor Library (See map)                             Collection Corner Books for Sale       Knockout Blocks and Sampler Quilts by Judy Martin (paperback) This classic volume is in near perfect condition and sells on Amazon for $45 and up. Judy details using combinations of squares, rectangles and triangles to create sampler quilts and mixed-block medleys. She includes a set of charts that cover everything from quilt dimensions using blocks from 5 inches to 20 inches, extensive details on the number of setting pieces, sashes and blocks needed in various sizes and layouts for diagonal and straight sets, and information on an assortment of cuttings you can make using various cuts of fabric. Textile Center Price: $20               Shaker Towels for the 21st Century by Mary Elva Conglenton Erf (hardcover/spiral) A nearly mint-condition book, it is often unavailable online but currently is being sold for $58 on Amazon. Deemed an indispensable reference on weaving fine linen and cotton yarn, this book includes chapters on Shaker history, preparing cotton and linen warps and a number of reproduction towels. The author provides both a glossary and bibliography for further study. Textile Center Price: $25               The Complete Natural Dyeing Guide by Marie Sugar (spiral) This guide, which is in very good condition, is from Rug Hooking Magazine. It features 19 recipes using mail order supplies and 70 recipes using ingredients from your garden or grocery. The author provides a bibliography and glossary, as well as a photo gallery of rugs made using natural dyes. This book is available on Amazon for $60 and up. Textile Center Price: $30               Linen: Hand Spinning and Weaving by Patricia Baines (hardcover) In nearly mint-condition with a pristine cover, this book is available on Amazon for $60 and up. The author details the spinning and weaving of linen from beginning to end. The section on spinning covers every aspect of preparing the yarns. The section on weaving focuses on hand-spun yarns. Included are a bibliography, glossary and index. It is a must-have book for every spinner and weaver! Textile Center Price: $30
	Free Flu Shots for Artists!     Websites with additional calls for entry. Art Deadlines List » Art Perk » Chicago Artists Resource » Chicago Women’s Caucus for Art » Fiber Art Calls for Entry » MN Artists Opportunities »   It's not too late to get a flu shot this season! In partnership with the Minnesota Visiting Nurses Agency, Springboard for the Arts is presenting free flu vaccinations at their office in St. Paul. All artists, arts administrators and their families are welcome! Questions? Please email nikki@springboardforthearts.org. The vaccinations are FREE, but you must pre-register online www.springboardforthearts.org/professional-development/workshop-schedule/.   Thursday, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Springboard for the Arts (See map)                                     Swarovski Art Quilting Design Contest 2012       Design and create a quilt that is inspired by the world of music and incorporates Swarovski Elements and enter it to this international competition. A jury of leading industry experts will judge the quilts on the creativity and uniqueness of the design, the successful incorporation of Swarovski Elements into the quilt, the quality of the workmanship and overall presentation. Learn more. Deadline: June 1, 2012                                     Braids 2012 International Conference         Braids 2012, the 2nd international braiding conference will be held in Manchester, England from August 19th to 25th, 2012. The Braid Society presents with this series of inspiring lectures and workshops. Tutors come from the US, Canada, Bolivia, Australia, Japan, India, Denmark and UK. Learn more. August 19 to 25, 2012 Manchester, England                                     Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) Is Hiring a Professor of Fibers         SCAD Savannah seeks candidates for a full-time faculty position in fibers. Qualified candidates should have a terminal degree, or its equivalent, in fibers or a related field. Experience teaching dyeing, surface design processes and computer-aided print design is desired. Knowledge of machine knitting and fiber processes to integrate art, craft and design philosophies is a plus. Please see the following link for complete application requirements: https://scadjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=53039
	Midwest Machine Knitters’ Collaborative Informational Meeting         Tuesday, December 13, 7 p.m. Textile Center               Art on the Town: Selection from Twin Cities Fine Arts Organizations         Now to January 8, 2012 Open Book www.artonthetown.org               Call for Entry: The Artist as Quiltmaker XV         Deadline for entry: January 24, 2012 www.favagallery.org/AQM XV/AQM_2012_Prospectus.pdf »
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