SOAR Blog

Would You Like to Teach at SOAR?

stefanie berganini — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 16:28:00 GMT

I've just posted the mentor application for SOAR 2010. You can find it in the Free Stuff section of the site in the "Spin-Off Extras" section, or just click here . Applications need to be submitted to me (Stefanie Berganini) by December...(read more)

SOAR shipping info

stefanie berganini — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 20:06:00 GMT

We gotten some questions from SOAR participants about the shipping policies at Sunriver Resort. We've posted shipping guidelines under the "Participant Information" tab at interweavesoar.com . (They're down at the bottom in the "Miscellaneous"...(read more)

SOAR 2009 vendor listing

Lorraine Goris — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 20:00:00 GMT

We know that the market is a special highlight of SOAR, and that you like to see the listing of vendors so you can plan your shopping extravaganza ahead of time. We've just posted the list of 2009's market vendors here , at interweavesoar.com...(read more)

SOAR open class list

karen brock — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 14:42:00 GMT

Below is a list of workshop and retreat sessions that you can still register for. Most sessions only have one or two seats open. If you're on a waitlist, you can go into your registration page via your confirmation number, and move yourself from a...(read more)

Weave (and Spin) for Good!

Liz Gipson — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 19:04:00 GMT

Have you had weaving jotted on your mental to-do list for awhile and haven’t quite figured out a way to get started? Consider the rigid-heddle loom as a way to get started. The perfect weaving tool for spinners, this loom is a breeze to set up,...(read more)

SOAR News: 2009 and Beyond

karen brock — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 16:37:00 GMT

SOAR 2009 Registration for Spin-Off’s 27th annual spinning conference, Spin-Off Autumn Retreat , was the usual phenomenon—over 300 people registered in the first hour! Several workshops and retreat sessions filled up immediately; however,...(read more)

The Roomie List

stefanie berganini — Thu, 07 May 2009 21:58:00 GMT

Well, we had an overwhelming registration response today - we're very glad that things are running smoothly and that you seem to really like our new online registration process! We tried to make it as easy and pain-free as possible, and we hope you...(read more)

SOAR Registration is Now Open!

stefanie berganini — Thu, 07 May 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Drum roll.... We've been getting anxious calls all morning, and the time has arrived - SOAR registration is now open! Visit interweavesoar.com and click the "Register" button in the upper-right corner to register. Hope to see you in Sunriver...(read more)

SOAR Registration Sneak-Peek!

karen brock — Wed, 06 May 2009 17:29:00 GMT

When we returned from Spin-Off Autumn Retreat (SOAR) last year, I explained to folks here at Interweave that SOAR is all about transformation. Because it’s an autumn retreat, we watch leaves transform into crimson and gold and other colors there...(read more)

pdf issues on the SOAR site?

stefanie berganini — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 17:00:00 GMT

I just noticed that we're having an issue with a couple of links on interweavesoar.com (the links for printable versions of the workshop and retreat descriptions, as well as the downloadable scholarship worksheet). If you've been trying to access...(read more)

SOAR Scholarship applications due March 6th!

SOAR — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 21:21:00 GMT

We've revised the SOAR scholarship guidelines and the deadline so that decisions can be made before SOAR registration begins. Find the application materials here and make sure to get everything (including letters of recommendation) to us before March...(read more)

New SOAR registration

karen brock — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 16:57:00 GMT

For the first time in SOAR's history—or at least that any of us can remember—we're doing away with a lottery at registration. Recently, we have also received much concerned feedback from participants who have encouraged us to reevaluate...(read more)

2009 is the Year of Natural Fiber

SOAR — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 17:45:00 GMT

Did you know that 2009 is the International Year of Natural Fiber? Learn more about it by watching this great video . The natural fiber pictured here is from a Bactrian camel and her calf from Dana Locken's herd....(read more)

Season's Greetings!

SOAR — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 21:00:00 GMT

All of us at Interweave wish you a holiday season filled with joy and peace. Here's a little something we made for you....(read more)

Ten Times or More?

SOAR — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 20:17:00 GMT

We're creating a comprehensive list of those who have attended SOAR ten times or more. We've had some electronic tracking in place for the last several years, but our record-keeping prior to that was all paper and ink! So, we're asking for...(read more)