Welcome to the Tweed Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers!
We are a group of people who meet on a regular basis to share the skills, learn new techniques and enjoy the experience of creating textile based items.
Q: Do I need equipment or skills?
A: No, all you need is an interest and some enthusiasm. We can help you to learn skills or develop your own, and we have some equipment which can be lent out to members at a small charge.
Q: What happens at a meeting?
A: If we are not taking part in one of the workshops, we bring our own craft work with us – spinning, tapestry weaving, knitting etc. We have a lunch break, followed by a Show and Tell session, with members showing what they have made, or sharing information about textile arts, followed by announcements. We continue with our work until the end of the meeting.
Q: When and where do the meetings take place?
A: The meetings usually take place 10:30 am – 3:30 pm on the fourth Saturday in the month at Newtown Community Wing – unless specified otherwise in the calendar (see below).
Q: How much does it cost?
A: Day visitors fee is £5, also if participating in a workshop the day fee £5 plus the cost of the workshop for non-members; or gain benefits by becoming a member – £20 per annum.
Q: Do I need to bring lunch?
A: Yes, bring a packed lunch. The nearest shop is the Co-op in Newton St Boswells. Tea, coffee and biscuits are available – 20p.
Find Newtown Community Wing
By bus:
Buses 51/52 stop at Newton St Boswells, there is a bus stop just outside the Community Wing. If you are unable to use the bus please contact the Secretary who may be able to organise a lift for you.
By car:
Newtown Community Wing Sprouston Road Newtown St Boswells TD6 0RZ. It is just past the Council Offices building, there is plenty of of road parking next to the Wing.