2012 Annual Meeting and Rug Show
ALL ABUZZ ABOUT BUGS
May 25, 26 and 27, 2012
NIPISSING UNIVERSITY
NORTH BAY, ONTARIO
You don’t want to miss the OHCG’s 46th Annual Conference. It will be the first time held in the north. You will be greeted by natural beauty and wonderful hospitality. The northern rug hooking groups have united to promise you a wonderful time so please register and join us for the OHCG 46th Annual Conference.
Download the 2012 Annual Registration Package here!
Welcome
The Ontario Hooking Craft Guild was established in 1966 to promote the art and craft of rug hooking across the communities of Ontario. We currently have a membership of 900 fibre artists supported by 80 certified teachers. The OHCG operates a yearly school for it's members, offers workshops for Branches and publishes a quarterly newsletter.
Join Today!
Join an international network of approximately 1,000 textile artists who share their enthusiasm and experience for the art of traditional rug hooking. New guild members receive a welcome letter with information on hooking schools, events and suppliers. Our newsletter, printed quarterly, keeps everyone current, especially those unable to attend our events. We can also refer new members to a representative in their area or help locate a teacher or group to hook with.
Benefits of Membership
- We hold an annual exhibition showcasing the work of our members at the O.H.C.G. Annual Meeting and Display held each spring. Members may enter their finished pieces for display and/or competition.
- Participate in O.H.C.G. sponsored events, such as the Ontario Hooking Craft Guild Rug School and various workshops. Learn from the expertise of qualified O.H.C.G. teachers and benefit from the knowledge of more senior members.
- Persue certification as an O.H.C.G. Teacher.
- Receive four issues annually of the O.H.C.G. Newsletter which contains articles on techniques of hooking and dyeing, hints and tips, news of the various Branches and Guilds, coming events and more.
- Register your hooked rugs and items.
Membership fees are set at $35.00 Cdn for both new members and membership renewal for each calendar year (January to December). Payments may be made independently or collectively through a Branch or Guild.
Individuals: Members are not required to belong to an affiliated Branch or Guild. Such members are referred to as 'independent'. This provides the opportunity for people in remote areas or under certain circumstances, to enjoy the fellowship of the O.H.C.G. as a whole.