South Cumberland Fiber Guild

South Cumberland Fiber Guild

Come check out the guild on World Wide Knit in Public Day!

The Guild is open to spinners, weavers, knitters, crocheters, felters, rug hookers, shepherds, plant fiber growers and others interested in the art and craft of fiber and textiles.

They meet monthly for workshops, field trips, demonstrations for the public, or to gather just to spin, knit, crochet or work on a "project-in-progress".

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Take and Make: Perfect Symmetry

Image of colorful symmetrical artAges 6-12
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Using simple materials such as paper, this challenge involves creating a perfectly symmetrical artwork using principles of mathematics. If an additional challenge is desired, this could be turned into a multimedia project by incorporating matierals such as leaves, twigs and other natural items. Available while supplies last at the Children's Desk. 

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Take and Make: Newspaper Tower

Image of tower made from newspapersAges 6-12
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See if you can recreate a piece of world famous architecture, or engineer a structure of your own using only newspaper and tape! Most large buildings are constructed by many people, so get together with some friends or family members and see what you can create together! Available while supplies last at the Children's Desk. 

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Take and Make: Wall Marble Run

Image of cardboard tube design on wall Ages 6-12
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Using cardboard tubes, engineer a marble run on the wall! It may take some trial and error, but it will be so satisfying when you can watch your marble fall perfectly down your cardboard design! Available while supplies last at the Children's Desk. 

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Take and Make: Homemade Harmonica

Image of colorful homemade harmonicasAges 6-12
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Construct a homemade instrument and add a little harmony to the world. Make a harmonica with friends or family members and then play them together. But don't forget to shout, "All Together Now!" Available while supplies last at the Children's Desk. 

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Take and Make: Colorful Seed Bombs

Image of colorful seed bombsAges 6-12
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Make your community a little more colorful by planting a seed bomb! This project is fun to make and will yield beautiful flowers to be admired by many. Available while supplies last at the Children's Desk. 

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Take and Make: Fizzing Friendship

Image of chemistry beakers filled with steaming liquidAges 6-12
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Conduct a science experiment to celebrate the "fizzing" chemistry between good friends! Learn about a basic chemical reaction that anyone who drinks soda will recognize! Available while supplies last at the Children's Desk. 

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Take and Make

Image of popsicle stick launchersPopsicle Stick Launchers
Ages 6-12
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Test your engineering skills while having a ton of fun! This STEAM project will result in a fun toy that is half crossbow, half slingshot. Once constructed, play with a friend and see who can launch their cotton swabs the farthest! Available while supplies last at the Children's Desk. 

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Take and Make: Mail A Hug

Image of two colorful handprints connected with a ribbonAges 2-5
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Do you know someone who you wish you could see more often? This craft will allow kids to "mail a hug" to someone special in their lives so they can feel loved & appreciated from a distance. In addition, enjoy a related literacy activity. Available while supplies last at the Children's Desk. 

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Take and Make: Tissue Paper Flowers

Image of tissue paper flowerAges 2-5
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Flowers can brighten someone's day. Learn how to make flowers out of tissue paper so you can give someone special a gift that lasts forever! In addition, enjoy a related literacy activity. Available while supplies last at the Children's Desk. 

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