NEXT GUILD MEETING: September 27! 

When:
4th Saturday of the Month

Where:​
Campbell Room, Arvada Police Station, 8101 Ralston Road, Arvada, CO.
Please use Police Department Entrance at the back (north side) of City Hall.
(Note: Venue change for October Meeting Only: Koebel Library  5955 S. Holly Street, Centennial - email to be sent)

What Time:
Doors open: 9 am || Business Meeting: 10 am || Hook until 3 pm
Bring a dish to share.  Coffee provided.

see 2025 HOOK-IN HIGHLIGHTS!
its over!  a great time was had by all - see a few pics on the hook-in page

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Beginner Class at the Hook-in - contact the Colorado Rug and Fiber Guild to learn how to make a rug!
Volunteer as a demonstrator for Lakewood's Cider Days!
Come and see a Rug Hooking Demonstration at Cider Days!

Cider Days
-- a celebration of all things apple! --
October 4 and 5, 2025, at the Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park, 801 South Yarrow (just southwest of Alameda and Wadsworth)


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An "oldie but a goodie"! Rug Hooking Demonstration by CRFG Members Shawn and Amy at a local fair some time ago.

Colorado Rug and Fiber Guild (CRFG)

The Colorado Rug and Fiber Guild was formed as Chapter 123 of the Association of Traditional Hooking Artists (ATHA) in June of 2010.

Our by-laws reflect our focus on education, and we have monthly programs to actively encourage members to try new techniques and expand their fiber/art horizons.

We welcome visitors and new members regardless of any experience in the fiber arts!  ​
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CRFG Members who were able to attend the May meeting over the holiday weekend!
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Remke finished her rug!
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Amy K's Presentation at the August Meeting with help from Rebecca M.
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Mary P’s. adaptation of a William Morris wallpaper pattern for upholstering two chairs
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Meeting Show and Share: Linda A’s hooked upholstery piece for a special chair.

Contact Us:

CoRugFiberGuild@gmail.com

CRFG Board


​President
​Theresa Rapstine
​Vice President
Carol Rutledge
Treasurer
Linda Dahl​
Secretary
Karen Ragsdale
​Librarian
Remke Hamer
Keeper of the Linen
Carol Rutledge
Guild Monthly Meetings
Upcoming Schedule for 2025:
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TO BE RESHEDULED: -  Jean Jacket Class!

September 27 - usual venue
October - venue change for this meeting
​                       Koelbel Library - 5955 South Holly Street, Centennial --  I-25 & Orchard Road.
Usual time, detailed update on food/drink permitted will be emailed to members.
November 22 - usual venue
December 27 - usual venue
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WEATHER CANCELLATIONS  WILL BE PUBLISHED ON THIS PAGE ​
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Ginny W's talk at the August Meeting. She is joined in viewing a beautiful floor display of the rugs hooked by her by some of the other founding members of CRFG, Nancy Heiserman, Shari Matz, and Pam Sisk.

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Keith Kemmer Rug Camp
Date and Location:
September 25-28, 2025
Rocky Mountain Folk Art School
Grand Lake, CO.

CRFG is at Cider Days!
​October 4 and 5, 2025, at the Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park, 801 South Yarrow (just southwest of Alameda and Wadsworth)

2026 National Rug Hooking Convention
Date and Location:
September 9-12, 2026
Salt Lake City, UT 
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Taken during the Grand Lake Rocky Mountain Folk Art School Rug Camp in 2024

we hook works of heart, so can you!
Become a Member of the Colorado Rug and Fiber Guild

​For just $24 annually, your membership includes:
Community & Learning
  • Monthly gatherings featuring educational components, idea exchanges, and optional show-and-share sessions.
  • Inspiration and practical guidance from fellow artisans' work.
  • A supportive environment to develop your skills among like-minded creators.
Exclusive Resources
  • Access to our specialized fiber arts equipment collection
  • Borrowing privileges from our curated rug hooking library.
  • Priority notification of workshops and educational opportunities, including member-exclusive events.
Material Advantages
  • Special member pricing on essential materials including linen and red dot cloth.
  • Exclusive access to discounted bulk wool purchases
  • First opportunity to participate in classes and guild activities such as our Mug Rug fundraiser for the UTAH Convention.
Join our vibrant community of fiber artists today and transform your creative journey! Contact us for more info: CoRugFiberGuild@gmail.com. 
Join Our Rug Hooking Community
Welcome to the wonderful world of rug hooking! Whether you're curious about this traditional craft, want to see beautiful handmade pieces up close, or are eager to try it yourself, we invite you to attend one of our regular meetings.
At our gatherings, you'll have the opportunity to:
  • View a diverse collection of hooked rugs created by our members.
  • Observe experienced artisans demonstrating their techniques.
  • Connect with fellow rug hooking enthusiasts in a friendly environment.
New to rug hooking? No worries! Complimentary starter kits are available for beginners who wish to learn this rewarding craft.
Contact us for more info: CoRugFiberGuild@gmail.com. 

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An "oldie but a goodie"! Shawn and Amy displaying and demonstrating Colorado Rug and Fiber Guild work at a local event. Come and find us at the Lakewood Cider Days upcoming this month! See details on the Newsletter page on this website!
The national organization -- the Association of Traditional Hooking Artists (ATHA) -- puts out a great four-color magazine, "ATHA Art of Rug Hooking", that is delivered six (6) times a year. The magazine features rugs by region, techniques, resources for wool and supplies, rug hooking chapters by state, occasional patterns and more.

Click the button below to visit the ATHA National Website. Members can log in on that website for free downloadable patterns and to read articles on many rug hooking techniques, dye lessons and finishes.