The Wiltshire Guild of
Spinners, Weavers & Dyers
Achievement Cup
The Achievement Cup was introduced for members of the Wiltshire Guild of Spinners, Weavers and Dyers in 2018 to celebrate members achieving progress in their craft at any level.
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2018 - Liz McCarron Heal
Liz McCarron Heal was given the Guild Cup for a new annual award for her achievement in being the first member to gain a Certificate of Achievement from the Association of Guilds of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers. This will become an annual award so we hope she will keep the cup nice and shiny over the year! We hope that other members will. be inspired to take up the opportunities. that the Textile Studio offers to develop their skills
Liz McCarron Heal was given the Guild Achievement Cup for her achievement in being the first member to gain a 'Certificate of Achievement' from the Association of Guilds of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers.
2019. Gill Cook - excellence in spinning and knitting Shetland lace.
Gill Cook was nominated by three members for her work on lace spinning. Members agreed her passion for Shetland and spinning fine yarn both uplifting and inspirational.
2020- Eileen Broadley - needle felting work
This year, at the AGM, the Guild Achievement Award was presented to Eileen Broadley for her work in needle felting and in promotion of that craft to the public through exhibition.
2021 - Kath Steggall - Progress in natural dyeing
This year the achievement cup was presented to Kath Steggall. In honour of her natural dyeing and horticultural journey, as well as her willingness to share her enthusiasm and knowledge with others.