Handweavers and Spinners Guild of Victoria

Handweavers and Spinners Guild of Victoria Our aim is to keep alive the ancient crafts of spinning, weaving, dyeing and allied crafts All Ashford equipment can also be bought through the craft outlet.

The Guild seeks to help and encourage their members to increase their knowledge, understanding and skills in these crafts through discussion, demonstration, exhibition, teaching and the provision of resource materials. Our premises at 655 Nicholson St, Carlton North are open from Tuesday to Saturday from 10am to 3pm. You can contact the guild on +61 3 9387 9222 or by email at [email protected]

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have a wonderful gallery filled with items hand-crafted by guild members. Our craft outlet stocks a very broad range of supplies, including fleeces, fibres, books, dyes and equipment. Our library of over 2000 items is an incredible resource for the use of members. The exhibition space is available to groups and individuals interested in showcasing their skills. Membership of the guild gives many benefits, including our monthly newsletter, Treadles, access to borrowing from the library, discounts on classes, workshops and courses, access to the gallery for sale of articles and skeins and the opportunity to interact with like-minded inspirational people. If you would like to join the guild, just ring or visit during opening hours, or go to the website for an application form

The guild also runs a range of classes, workshops and courses at our premises. Full details can be found at our website at Handweavers & Spinners Guild of Victoria

A number of groups also use our guild rooms on regular days, where all are welcome: For more information about these, look under "groups" on our website.

I haven't had a chance to send out a notification for our next Introduction to Four Shaft Weaving course, and there are ...
28/08/2026

I haven't had a chance to send out a notification for our next Introduction to Four Shaft Weaving course, and there are already only 2 places left. Uhm, I'm sorry if you miss out, and I promise it will come back again; if you're ready to go, we're kicking off on October 18th for 6 weeks. Book real quick!

https://handweaversandspinnersguildofvictoria.weteachme.com. Link in bio

Do click 'Join the Waitlist' to be notified of our next class dates if you don't make it into this round.

BOOKINGS ARE OPEN!Each of our Spring Fling classes has limited spaces available, so jump in quickly to secure your place...
27/08/2026

BOOKINGS ARE OPEN!

Each of our Spring Fling classes has limited spaces available, so jump in quickly to secure your place. More information on experience level and equipment required is located on the booking pages of your chosen class.

Book at https://handweaversandspinnersguildofvictoria.weteachme.com. Link in bio

🥳🎉WE HAVE A CORRECTED SCHEDULE!! 🎉🥳You can not book these classes just yet (patience, it is coming), but here's the amaz...
26/08/2026

🥳🎉WE HAVE A CORRECTED SCHEDULE!! 🎉🥳

You can not book these classes just yet (patience, it is coming), but here's the amazing lineup for the HWSGV Spring Fling. October is going to be AMAZING!! 🤩😍🤩 Please note that the two Tuesday classes are in the evening 6pm-9:30pm for those who work. Further details on individual workshops to come...

Keep your eye on this space - as classes become available to book, there will be more information on each of them posted at https://handweaversandspinnersguildofvictoria.weteachme.com. Link in bio

🥳🎉WE HAVE A SCHEDULE!! 🎉🥳You can not book these classes just yet (patience, it is coming), but here's the amazing lineup...
25/08/2026

🥳🎉WE HAVE A SCHEDULE!! 🎉🥳

You can not book these classes just yet (patience, it is coming), but here's the amazing lineup for the HWSGV Spring Fling. October is going to be AMAZING!! 🤩😍🤩

Keep your eye on this space - as classes become available to book, there will be more information on each of them posted at https://handweaversandspinnersguildofvictoria.weteachme.com. Link in bio

We now have Ashford Inkle Loom Carry Bags in stock in both the large and small sizes. Great for dust-free storage and ca...
24/08/2026

We now have Ashford Inkle Loom Carry Bags in stock in both the large and small sizes. Great for dust-free storage and carrying your loom from place to place safely and easily.

Large carry bag (without loom) - $42.50
Small carry bag (Without loom) - $32.50

We also stock the Ashford Inkle looms if you're after both.

Open: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday - 10am to 3pm.
HWSGV. 655 Nicholson Street, Carlton North

Look at these luscious hand-spun, hand-crafted winter woollies! Our Gallery has a beautiful range of hats, gloves, scarv...
21/08/2026

Look at these luscious hand-spun, hand-crafted winter woollies! Our Gallery has a beautiful range of hats, gloves, scarves, socks and more available. The hand-spun skeins are a highlight and are so unique to knit or crochet with. Perfect for gifts or as a treat for yourself.

Gallery is open for shopping Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday , Saturday 10 am to 3 pm.
HWSGV 655 Nicholson Street, Carlton North

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This month's Weaving Matters group meeting is on this Saturday, 22 August 2026, 1:30-3 pm. The topic of discussion will ...
20/08/2026

This month's Weaving Matters group meeting is on this Saturday, 22 August 2026, 1:30-3 pm. The topic of discussion will be our upcoming Ends’n’Picks 2026 – Celebrating the beauty of handwoven lace. Bring along any samples of lace you've woven and plenty of curiosity

WE HAVE SOMETHING 🎉🥳FUN🥳🎉 COMING UP!!Keep an eye on our socials; we'll have info coming next week 🤩
19/08/2026

WE HAVE SOMETHING 🎉🥳FUN🥳🎉 COMING UP!!

Keep an eye on our socials; we'll have info coming next week 🤩

This month, the natural dye group will be meeting to discuss the world of naturally dyed blues. With the plan to run two...
18/08/2026

This month, the natural dye group will be meeting to discuss the world of naturally dyed blues. With the plan to run two vats, one based on indigo and a second based on woad.

The meeting will be held Thursday 20th August, 10:15am. Beginners are very welcome. Please bring 4 skeins of up to 10g each, not mordanted.

Held at HWSGV Rooms, Carlton North.

Save the date! The HWSGV Annual General Meeting will be held on Saturday 19th September. Kicking off at 10:30am. Officia...
17/08/2026

Save the date! The HWSGV Annual General Meeting will be held on Saturday 19th September. Kicking off at 10:30am.

Official notices and agendas will be sent to the email your membership is registered with.

Address

655 Nicholson Street
Carlton North, VIC
3054

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 3pm
Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Friday 10am - 3pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm

Telephone

+61393879222

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