Eri, the Silk with Humble Beginnings
with Kim McKenna

May 9, 2026
10:00am

Followed by a Potluck Lunch to close the season!

Kim McKenna shares: “Curiosity and colour are what propel my fibre journey. To me, no day is complete without having carved out a bit of time for fibre preparation, spinning, weaving or knitting. I am constantly challenging myself to learn new skills and improve upon old ones. As I spin, weave or knit, I am ever present, mindful and attentive. When questions arise in my mind, I research and experiment until I find the answer. It is this melding of knowledge, intuition and observations that helps me to discern what characteristics the fibre and/or yarn will lend to my knitted or woven fabric.”

Kim’s illustrated talk will describe the life cycle of the eri silkwom. Showing how the silk is synthesized in the silk gland, and the main differences between bombyx and eri silks. In addition, Ms. McKenna will share how to prepare, spin, and finish eri silk for weaving

See also:
Spring 2025 Handwoven: “Eri Silk Runs Deep In Assam” by Karen Selk and “Sugar Plum Lace Scarf” by Susan Du Bois and Robin Wilton

Winter 2025 Spin Off: “In Serch of Wild Silk, Eri — Samia ricini” by Karen Selk
“Silk Worker’s Notebook”by Cheryl Kolander
Available on Amazon

“In Search of Wild Silk Exploring a Village Industry in the Jungles of India” by Karen Selk
Available on Amazon

Potluck Lunch
May 9, 2026
12:00-12:45pm

All guild members are invited to a potluck lunch to close the 2025-2026 year. Bring a dish to share. The Guild provides plates, cups, tableware, etc and beverages.

Good food, conversation, and a chance to share all your weaving adventures of the past year!