The Spokane Handweavers’ Guild’s 77-year legacy perseveres in members’ beautifully handwoven textiles

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A selection of handwoven items — scarves, kitchen towels, lanyards, table runners and more — made by members of the Spokane Handweavers’ Guild.

On May 23, 1948, 15 women and men came together to form the Spokane Handweavers’ Guild.

In the guild’s early days, aspiring members had to submit three work samples demonstrating their skill for consideration. Now, nearly 77 years later, anyone interested in handweaving is welcome to join, and the guild is 88 members strong.

“We have a vast range of skill levels,”

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