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The Foothill Fibers Guild is hosting a NEW Silent Auction!
When? Beginning at the October Halloween Party and ending at the Holiday Party on December 9th.
Where? Sample items and all bid sheets should be available at the October and November guild meetings, and the Holiday Party. Photos and descriptions of the items will be on the guild website (below). You may email Mary P with a bid at anytime prior to the Holiday Party.
How? Write your name, email address, and bid amount on the appropriate BID SHEET. If you are attending a meeting via Zoom, you may put your bid in the Chat. Be sure to include the Item number.
Who? Members are welcome to share with friends and family this LINK to the Silent Auction page on the guild's website. Your friends and family may bid on items through you. Guild members are ultimately responsible for completing the sale if that bid is the winning bid.
LINK to share.Silent Auction Item # 1: Schacht Matchless Single Treadle Spinning Wheel
VALUE: $800 STARTING BID: $200 BIDDING INCREMENTS: $20 CURRENT BID:
Donated by a friend of FFG
| Matchless Single Treadle Spinning Wheel This spinning wheel has been tuned up and spins well. It comes with four bobbins, whorls, base for the lazy kate, carrying strap. From the Schacht website, "The single treadle Matchless was our first spinning wheel, released in 1987 and discontinued in 2020. Its double treadle version (released in 1995) remains in production. Both styles of Matchless have gone through changes over the years:
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Silent Auction Item # 2: Copper Tapestry LoomVALUE NEW: $200 STARTING BID: $40 BIDDING INCREMENTS: $10 CURRENT BID: Donated by Diane C |
| This copper tapestry loom comes with a stand and is very adjustable. It includes a carry bag. It even features a lovely cut pile piece woven by Diane. |
Silent Auction Item # 3: Corriedale Fine Wool Pin Drafted Roving
VALUE NEW: $65 STARTING BID: $15 BIDDING INCREMENTS: $5 CURRENT BID: $15
Donated by Elisa H
| This 20 ounces of pin drafted roving was prepared by Morro Fleeceworks from Lindsey Cleveland's sheep, Daisy. The Corriedale breed was originally a cross between Merino and Lincoln sheep which produced a 1/2 blood (half merino) fleece with at least a 4-inch staple length. This wool is especially desirable because the yarn spun from it is both soft and strong. |
Silent Auction Item # 4: Crocheted Shawl
VALUE NEW: Priceless STARTING BID: $50 BIDDING INCREMENTS: $5 CURRENT BID: $50
Donated by Simona P and Mary P
| This light and airy lace shawl sparkles in the sunshine. It was crocheted by Simona P. using one skein of laceweight yarn handspun by Mary P. Lovely beads are crocheted into the overall pattern throughout. Easily thrown about the shoulders this delicate shawl adds a touch of elegance to any outfit. |
Silent Auction Item # 5: Lily Pearl Cotton, 58 ounces
VALUE NEW: $100+ STARTING BID: $20 BIDDING INCREMENTS: $5 CURRENT BID: $20
Donated by a Friend of FFG
| Vintage Lily Pearl Cotton - mercerized, fast colors for weaving, crocheting, and embroidery. There are approximately 12 ounces of 10/2 and 46 ounces of 5/2 in a variety of colors. |
Silent Auction Item # 6: Pendleton Selvages, 9 pounds
VALUE NEW: $30 STARTING BID: $5 BIDDING INCREMENTS: $5 CURRENT BID:
Donated by Donna S.
| Save yourself a trip to Portland for these sought-after Pendleton selvages. They can be crocheted into blankets, used for woven rugs, wall hangings, and other crafty endeavors. Nine pounds in blues, browns, and white. |
Silent Auction Item # 7: Malabrigo Rios, 5 skeins
VALUE NEW: $90 STARTING BID: $20 BIDDING INCREMENTS: $5 CURRENT BID: $20
Donated by Carol P-K
| Ravelry Red is a wonderful kettle-dyed color and we have five skeins of it in Malabrigo Rios. This worsted weight superwash wool is a workhorse and could even be knit up quickly enough to wear for the December holidays! |
Silent Auction Item # 8: Handspun, Handwoven Scarf
VALUE NEW: $100 STARTING BID: $20 BIDDING INCREMENTS: $10 CURRENT BID:
Donated by Ingrid K & Mary P
 | This gorgeous scarf was expertly woven by Ingrid K using Mary P's merino / tussah silk handspun. Would it brighten up your winter wool coat? |
Silent Auction Item # 8: Handspun, Handwoven Scarf
VALUE NEW: 100 STARTING BID: $20 BIDDING INCREMENTS: $10 CURRENT BID:
Donated by Ingrid K & Mary P
| This luxurious scarf was handwoven by Ingrid K using Mary P's cashmere / silk handspun yarn. The dark wool / nylon weft yarn gives it an elegant depth of color. Little beads twisted into the fringe catch the light and add a delightful surprise. |
Silent Auction Item # 10: Inkle Loom, large
VALUE NEW: $100 STARTING BID: $20 BIDDING INCREMENTS: $5 CURRENT BID:
Donated by Mardi N
| Looking for an inkle loom with some heft? This loom crafted by an expert woodworker fits the bill. You could make some lovely bands on this sturdy loom. |
Silent Auction Item # 11: Collapsible Warping Board
VALUE NEW: $150 STARTING BID: $30 BIDDING INCREMENTS: $10 CURRENT BID:
Donated by Donna G.
| This new large warping board is easily assembled with screw-in pegs. It is just as easily disassembled for easy and compact storage. No extra tools required. |
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Silent Auction Item # 16: Silk Caps
VALUE NEW: $40 STARTING BID: $10 BIDDING INCREMENTS: $5 CURRENT BID: $
Donation by Diane C
| These silk caps are layers of stretched silk fibers stacked on top of each other over a bell form. Just peel off a layer, draft it out a bit and knit or spin. Approximately 100 gr |
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Other Auction Items Rules
- We reserve the right to change items: Items may be added or withdrawn, without notice.
- The winning bidder is the person who has the highest bid written on the bid sheet at the close of the auction.
- All sales final: All sales are final, there are no exchanges, and all items are sold “as is.”
- Payment must be made at the close of the auction: the FFG Potluck Picnic in June.
- No refunds: No refunds after purchase.
- Limits may apply: Gift cards or certificates are subject to availability and “black-out” dates.