Northern Colorado Weavers Guild upcoming events

PRESENTATION: History of Kumihimo with Myra Chang (April 11, 2026)

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMT

History of Kumihimo with Myra Chang

April 11, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

First Baptist Church - 1003 W. Sixth St., Loveland CO

Myra will talk about the background and history of the ancient Japanese art of Kumihimo in Japan and its use in the modern world.

Presenter Bio:

Myra Chang is a professionally trained educator who began weaving 50 years ago. She offers individual and group instruction in hand weaving, dyeing (both natural and chemical), botanical printing, and kumihimo braiding. Myra is a member of Las Arañas Spinners and Weavers Guild and Fiber to Finish Guild.

Follow Myra at https://tecolotetextiles.weebly.com

Presentation follows general Guild meeting

WORKSHOP: Kumihimo for Use with Modern Textiles (April 11, 2026)

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Discover the timeless Japanese art of kumihimo braiding and learn how to adapt it for contemporary textile applications in this engaging workshop. Using the handheld Maru Dai, students will explore both foundational techniques and creative possibilities for cord-making. Learn to make braids with two colors for jewelry, ties, and fasteners in weaving, knitting and felting. All skill levels are welcome.

DATES, TIMES & LOCATIONS:

Saturday APRIL 11 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM at First Baptist Church -1003 West Sixth St., Loveland CO

Sunday APRIL 12 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM at Lamms End Studio - 3001 Colt Court, Fort Collins, CO

Registration Fee: $90

Materials provided by Instructor:

Maru Dai
Yarns

Participant materials/equipment to bring:

Materials fee of $15
Scissors
Scotch tape
Empty prescription pill bottles with lids with weights (washers, pennies, pebbles, and so on)
Note-taking materials

Instructor Bio:

Myra Chang is a member and president of Fiber 2 Finish Fiber Arts Guild of Valencia County and is an active member and president of Las Arañas Spinners and Weavers Guild in Albuquerque. She is a professionally trained teacher (University of Northern Colorado alumna) and maintains a working studio where she offers instruction and workshops. She has also taught at HGA Convergence and IWC.

WORKSHOP: Kumihimo for Use with Modern Textiles (April 12, 2026)

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT