We had a great day at the St. Augustine Spin-In today. We had spinners, weavers, knitters, felters and even a tatter join us for a fun day at the St. Augustine Visitors Information Center (VIC). Members of the Textile Arts Guild of St. Augustine participated in period clothing (this year the periods varied from 16th century through the 21st century) and fiber aficionadas came from Jacksonville, Orlando, Middleburg, and further.


Some of us also took advantage of the opportunity to tour the VIC’s exceptionally informative and compelling exhibit on the history of African-Americans and the Civil Rights movement in St. Augustine. This exhibit will continue in the VIC until July. It is worth the trip to see it.


Mark your calendars for next year. The Spin-In is traditionally held the last Saturday in March. Next year will be extra-special as we will also be celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Textile Arts Guild and the 450th anniversary of the founding of St. Augustine, the oldest continuing European settlement in our nation.