News & Announcements
Sunday, April 25th, 2021:
Fantastic NEWS for 2021!
SUPER EXCITING for ALL Fiber Festival Enthusiasts!!
FFNW will be held on October 16 & 17 and
OFFF will be held on October 23 & 24
Now you can participate with BOTH events in 2021!
Note:
Vendor Applications are STILL being accepted and Class Information will be coming soon!
*Please note that FFNW will be watching for WA State restrictions and guidelines regarding Covid 19 for hosting our event. We will continue to keep our followers informed of any changes.
FFNW Community Poll
Fiber Fusion is still looking at options for 2022 and beyond.
Help shape the future by filling out this poll.
Please share it with everyone!
SUPER EXCITING for ALL Fiber Festival Enthusiasts!!
FFNW will be held on October 16 & 17 and
OFFF will be held on October 23 & 24
Now you can participate with BOTH events in 2021!
Note:
Vendor Applications are STILL being accepted and Class Information will be coming soon!
*Please note that FFNW will be watching for WA State restrictions and guidelines regarding Covid 19 for hosting our event. We will continue to keep our followers informed of any changes.
FFNW Community Poll
Fiber Fusion is still looking at options for 2022 and beyond.
Help shape the future by filling out this poll.
Please share it with everyone!
Hello all.
This has been a trying time for everyone, and as we start to get back on our feet we are sure to step on some rocks in the road.
We have learned that OFFF (Oregon Flock and Fiber Festival) is moving to our traditional dates (the third weekend of October) due to venue issues. We are glad to see them resuming their event, but regret the hard choices they have been forced to make.
OFFF signed a multi-year contract for our traditional weekend, so we are grappling with how best to serve the fiber community. We would like you to help us shape the future of Fiber Fusion.
Unfortunately, we are unable to change dates this year as our fairground is booked solid, so that option is off the table.
We have created this poll to help gather information. Please share it with everyone!
This has been a trying time for everyone, and as we start to get back on our feet we are sure to step on some rocks in the road.
We have learned that OFFF (Oregon Flock and Fiber Festival) is moving to our traditional dates (the third weekend of October) due to venue issues. We are glad to see them resuming their event, but regret the hard choices they have been forced to make.
OFFF signed a multi-year contract for our traditional weekend, so we are grappling with how best to serve the fiber community. We would like you to help us shape the future of Fiber Fusion.
Unfortunately, we are unable to change dates this year as our fairground is booked solid, so that option is off the table.
We have created this poll to help gather information. Please share it with everyone!
Vendor Registration is Open!
Vendors,
We are trying to find solutions that are as equitable to all as possible given this difficult situation. If you have any suggestions, or question, please let us know!
Currently, we are looking at specific ways that vendors who attend both event are impacted.
For those who vended at both FFNW and OFFF in 2019:
We hope this helps.
Vendors,
We are trying to find solutions that are as equitable to all as possible given this difficult situation. If you have any suggestions, or question, please let us know!
Currently, we are looking at specific ways that vendors who attend both event are impacted.
For those who vended at both FFNW and OFFF in 2019:
- We will allow cancellations this year with a full refund through August 1st .
- We will hold a guaranteed spot at FFNW for 2022 if you choose to vend at OFFF in 2021.
We hope this helps.
News Update!
Vendor Registration Dates:
2020's Bottle Fundraiser
We look forward to seeing you all at Fiber Fusion Northwest 2021!
Vendor Registration Dates:
- Apr 12 - May 10 Returning vendors only at Early Bird Rate
- May 11 - Jun 15 New vendors at Early Bird Rate (jury selected)
- After June 15 All vendors at Regular Rate (jury selected)
2020's Bottle Fundraiser
- Due to misprinting and quality issues, Custom Ink sent out better quality replacements with a simpler 2020 logo. There is no charge for these replacements and you get to keep the originals! Thank you all for your patience with the 2020 printing difficulties!
We look forward to seeing you all at Fiber Fusion Northwest 2021!
News Update!
Our planning team is furiously working away planning for a live event in 2021.
We had planned to expand Fiber Fusion in 2020. The pandemic got in the way and now we are hoping to move forward in 2021. We are moving to larger buildings (Event Center and Pavilion) and Classes will be in the same building (4-H Building). We will be expanding Fiber Arts, adding an Angora Rabbit Show, increasing the live animal area, focusing on Demonstrations, enlarging our Spinning Circles, and more.
Given that the show is the 3rd weekend of October, we are putting all of our hope into a better world where it is safe to meet in person by then. Knowing that things may not progress as fast as we like, we will make a final decision by July 23rd on whether to cancel the live event.
Vendor Information will be coming out shortly.
Fiber Fusion Northwest 2021
When: October 16th & 17th
Where: Evergreen State Fairgrounds, Monroe, WA
We look forward to seeing you all at Fiber Fusion Northwest 2021!
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The Fiber Fusion Planning Team is looking for the following volunteers.
Please sign up online on the Volunteer Page.
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News on the 2020 Fundraiser
I am thankful for all those who supported Fiber Fusion’s 2020 Fundraiser. I am happy to announce that we raised a total of $1,600.71 this year. This includes the $330.48 that was additional money donated during the fundraiser. All monies go directly towards keeping this event free to attend. Thank you everyone!
Update on Water Bottle Fundraiser
Water Bottles are being reprinted on a different bottle with a simplified 2020 logo and will be sent to everyone who purchased the original bottles. Custom Ink and Fiber Fusion apologize for the sloppy printing job.
Our planning team is furiously working away planning for a live event in 2021.
We had planned to expand Fiber Fusion in 2020. The pandemic got in the way and now we are hoping to move forward in 2021. We are moving to larger buildings (Event Center and Pavilion) and Classes will be in the same building (4-H Building). We will be expanding Fiber Arts, adding an Angora Rabbit Show, increasing the live animal area, focusing on Demonstrations, enlarging our Spinning Circles, and more.
Given that the show is the 3rd weekend of October, we are putting all of our hope into a better world where it is safe to meet in person by then. Knowing that things may not progress as fast as we like, we will make a final decision by July 23rd on whether to cancel the live event.
Vendor Information will be coming out shortly.
Fiber Fusion Northwest 2021
When: October 16th & 17th
Where: Evergreen State Fairgrounds, Monroe, WA
We look forward to seeing you all at Fiber Fusion Northwest 2021!
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The Fiber Fusion Planning Team is looking for the following volunteers.
Please sign up online on the Volunteer Page.
- General volunteer help before, during, and after the show.
- More information on the Volunteer Page.
- Sponsorship Coordinator - join our Planning Team
- Job Details: Liaison with potential sponsors to bring in support for Fiber Fusion. Attend the virtual planning team meetings or communicate directly with the Chairman prior to every planning team meeting to keep the team updated.
- Vendor Coordinator’s Assistant
- Job Details: Assist the Vendor Coordinator with communications and planning details to ensure Vendor needs are met. While this position does not require attendance of the virtual planning team meetings, attendance would be welcomed. We are looking for someone who can start immediately and work through the event. At the event, assistance is required during set-up and periodically during the event.
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News on the 2020 Fundraiser
I am thankful for all those who supported Fiber Fusion’s 2020 Fundraiser. I am happy to announce that we raised a total of $1,600.71 this year. This includes the $330.48 that was additional money donated during the fundraiser. All monies go directly towards keeping this event free to attend. Thank you everyone!
Update on Water Bottle Fundraiser
Water Bottles are being reprinted on a different bottle with a simplified 2020 logo and will be sent to everyone who purchased the original bottles. Custom Ink and Fiber Fusion apologize for the sloppy printing job.
Friday, November 20th, 2020:
Greetings Vendors, Volunteers, Instructors, Patrons, & Fans of Fiber Fusion Northwest,
2020 continues to bring it’s challenges and craziness to us all. Currently, my family is arranging virtual meetings for the holidays and yet I find I am looking forward to some free time at home to complete some projects and gather my thoughts. November is the month many of us look to our lives and give thanks. I am thankful for my family, friends, farm, and all the opportunities I have to learn. I hope you all have many things to be thankful for.
Fundraiser Information
I am also thankful for all those who supported Fiber Fusion’s Fundraiser. I am happy to announce that we raised a total of $1,600.71 this year. This includes the $330.48 that was additional money donated during the fundraiser. All monies go directly towards keeping this event free to attend. Thank you everyone!
I had put off announcing the amount raised until now as I straightened out some issues with our fundraiser. Here are the details:
Water Bottle Fundraiser
Water Bottles will be printed around the 30th of November and mailed out to everyone afterwards. The approximate delivery date is now December 15th. Custom Ink apologized for the manufacturing disruption and the delay. You may have noticed that Custom Ink has graciously refunded the cost of shipping to apologize for the delay. We hope you enjoy your water bottles!
Shirt Fundraiser
Alas, the shirts were not immune to the unexpected strangeness found in 2020. You may notice the following printing issues: the greyscale image was lightened, the logo was simplified, and some prints are off center and/or askew. To save you from all the details on why, the upshot is that Custom Ink are willing to reprint your shirts if you desire.
While Custom Ink is happily willing to correct the error, I wondered how many of us might decide to enjoy the oddity of the misprinted shirts. We originally chose the sheared and frazzled-looking sheep and the stubborn alpaca wearing the mask off the nose because they seemed appropriate to the reality of 2020 and at the same time we hoped the sight of animals in masks would bring humor to the world. Now with the misprints, it seems doubly amusing to me. I have chosen to only replace a few of my family’s shirts. I did ask for replacements for the 2021 Fiber Fusion auction shirts, that seemed appropriate.
If you would like your shirt reprinted, please call or email Custom Ink directly.
To allow for the higher detailed printing, the shirts will be replaced with the closest possible matches. All heathered shirts will be replaced with solid colors.
Other News
In other news… we are looking for a Sponsorship Coordinator. If you are interested in learning more about the position or volunteering in other areas, please fill out the form at: https://www.fiberfusion.net/volunteer.html
Wishing you all well and a Happy Thanksgiving,
Heidi Lucey
Fiber Fusion Chairman
info@fiberfusion.net
2020 continues to bring it’s challenges and craziness to us all. Currently, my family is arranging virtual meetings for the holidays and yet I find I am looking forward to some free time at home to complete some projects and gather my thoughts. November is the month many of us look to our lives and give thanks. I am thankful for my family, friends, farm, and all the opportunities I have to learn. I hope you all have many things to be thankful for.
Fundraiser Information
I am also thankful for all those who supported Fiber Fusion’s Fundraiser. I am happy to announce that we raised a total of $1,600.71 this year. This includes the $330.48 that was additional money donated during the fundraiser. All monies go directly towards keeping this event free to attend. Thank you everyone!
I had put off announcing the amount raised until now as I straightened out some issues with our fundraiser. Here are the details:
Water Bottle Fundraiser
Water Bottles will be printed around the 30th of November and mailed out to everyone afterwards. The approximate delivery date is now December 15th. Custom Ink apologized for the manufacturing disruption and the delay. You may have noticed that Custom Ink has graciously refunded the cost of shipping to apologize for the delay. We hope you enjoy your water bottles!
Shirt Fundraiser
Alas, the shirts were not immune to the unexpected strangeness found in 2020. You may notice the following printing issues: the greyscale image was lightened, the logo was simplified, and some prints are off center and/or askew. To save you from all the details on why, the upshot is that Custom Ink are willing to reprint your shirts if you desire.
While Custom Ink is happily willing to correct the error, I wondered how many of us might decide to enjoy the oddity of the misprinted shirts. We originally chose the sheared and frazzled-looking sheep and the stubborn alpaca wearing the mask off the nose because they seemed appropriate to the reality of 2020 and at the same time we hoped the sight of animals in masks would bring humor to the world. Now with the misprints, it seems doubly amusing to me. I have chosen to only replace a few of my family’s shirts. I did ask for replacements for the 2021 Fiber Fusion auction shirts, that seemed appropriate.
If you would like your shirt reprinted, please call or email Custom Ink directly.
- Custom Ink Phone #: 855-862-8756
- Custom Ink Email: service@customink.com
- You will need either your order number or the email you used for the order.
- If you email, using the same email used to order will expedite the process.
- Please allow additional time for reprinting in batches and shipping.
To allow for the higher detailed printing, the shirts will be replaced with the closest possible matches. All heathered shirts will be replaced with solid colors.
- Navy long sleeves will be replaced with a similar navy long sleeve
- Purple long sleeves will be replaced with a similar royal blue long sleeve
- Heathered raglans will be replaced with a white raglan with purple sleeves
- Women’s shirts will be replaced with a solid purple women’s shirt
- T-shirts will be replaced with the option of a solid maroon or purple t-shirt
Other News
In other news… we are looking for a Sponsorship Coordinator. If you are interested in learning more about the position or volunteering in other areas, please fill out the form at: https://www.fiberfusion.net/volunteer.html
Wishing you all well and a Happy Thanksgiving,
Heidi Lucey
Fiber Fusion Chairman
info@fiberfusion.net
Monday, October 19th, 2020 Update:
2020 Fundraiser Update:
2020 Fundraiser Update:
If you missed out, here is your chance!
We had reports of issues with purchases over the weekend, so Custom Ink has graciously
allowed us to extend the fundraiser through Monday, October 26th at 9pm PST.
If you are willing to spread the word, here is the link to the fundraiser information:
https://www.fiberfusion.net/t-shirt-fundraiser-162260-104463-509579.html
Please Note:
Due to this extension, the new estimated delivery date will be Nov 12th.
Also:
This has the added benefit of allowing extra time to reach the minimum sales required to print the new water bottles!
Hope everyone is getting to play with fiber during these hard times!
Heidi Lucey
FFNW Chair
Info@fiberfusion.net
We had reports of issues with purchases over the weekend, so Custom Ink has graciously
allowed us to extend the fundraiser through Monday, October 26th at 9pm PST.
If you are willing to spread the word, here is the link to the fundraiser information:
https://www.fiberfusion.net/t-shirt-fundraiser-162260-104463-509579.html
Please Note:
Due to this extension, the new estimated delivery date will be Nov 12th.
Also:
This has the added benefit of allowing extra time to reach the minimum sales required to print the new water bottles!
Hope everyone is getting to play with fiber during these hard times!
Heidi Lucey
FFNW Chair
Info@fiberfusion.net
Friday, September 25th, 2020 Update:
2020 Fundraiser Announcement:
2020 Fundraiser Announcement:
Since we can't be together in person this year, support us virtually by choosing from
six soft & comfy shirt styles or pick your favorite Tervis 24oz water bottle!
Your support will help keep Fiber Fusion a free-to-attend event for everyone!
As you may know, 2020 was the year we were planning the move into the newer building. None of that planning is going to waste. We have already started working on 2021 and your support will help offset the cost of the larger building.
Thank you for supporting your friendly neighborhood Fiber Fusion!
six soft & comfy shirt styles or pick your favorite Tervis 24oz water bottle!
Your support will help keep Fiber Fusion a free-to-attend event for everyone!
As you may know, 2020 was the year we were planning the move into the newer building. None of that planning is going to waste. We have already started working on 2021 and your support will help offset the cost of the larger building.
Thank you for supporting your friendly neighborhood Fiber Fusion!
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Friday, September 18th, 2020 Update:
Announcement from the Chairman:
Announcement from the Chairman:
Greetings Vendors, Volunteers, Instructors, Patrons, and Fans of Fiber Fusion Northwest,
First off, thank you to everyone for your continued support of our event, even in these trying times.
I need to start by profusely apologizing for the delay in news. Sadly, it is not good. We tried our best to find creative solutions to move online this year. We welcomed you to join us on a journey into uncharted waters. Well, ‘thar be dragons!’ Unfortunately, with our proverbial ship adrift, we are unable to bring Fiber Fusion online for 2020.
An event like Fiber Fusion is like taking a new ship on a journey each year. It may have the same general design, but every year the ship has some new quirks. This year, we were building our own ship out of spare parts and it was looking good. A crocheted mast, woven sails, and the hull shaped from discarded spinning wheels and drop spindles knitted together. As it got close to the water, the wheels became nervous and started to spin, which took up the slack in our knitting. The drop spindles started dropping away and upon hitting the water it all unraveled. We tried to force the pieces back together (it wasn’t like we would run out of yarn), but at a certain point it’s more bailing water than mending. All you can do is jump in, enjoy the water, and hope next year’s ship is a bit more shipshape.
2020 might have gotten the better of us, and while we are broken-hearted, at least we can now put all of our energy into our 10th Annual event in 2021.
From our whole team, we want to thank everyone for being there and for your offers of help. We hope that everyone is surviving 2020 and finding some silver lining to add to their fiber!
Wishing you all well,
Heidi Lucey
Fiber Fusion Chairman
PS: I have withheld a bit of good news for the end. It looks like we will be able to sell some shirts and even a cup for a fundraiser this year. Look for it to start soon!
First off, thank you to everyone for your continued support of our event, even in these trying times.
I need to start by profusely apologizing for the delay in news. Sadly, it is not good. We tried our best to find creative solutions to move online this year. We welcomed you to join us on a journey into uncharted waters. Well, ‘thar be dragons!’ Unfortunately, with our proverbial ship adrift, we are unable to bring Fiber Fusion online for 2020.
An event like Fiber Fusion is like taking a new ship on a journey each year. It may have the same general design, but every year the ship has some new quirks. This year, we were building our own ship out of spare parts and it was looking good. A crocheted mast, woven sails, and the hull shaped from discarded spinning wheels and drop spindles knitted together. As it got close to the water, the wheels became nervous and started to spin, which took up the slack in our knitting. The drop spindles started dropping away and upon hitting the water it all unraveled. We tried to force the pieces back together (it wasn’t like we would run out of yarn), but at a certain point it’s more bailing water than mending. All you can do is jump in, enjoy the water, and hope next year’s ship is a bit more shipshape.
2020 might have gotten the better of us, and while we are broken-hearted, at least we can now put all of our energy into our 10th Annual event in 2021.
From our whole team, we want to thank everyone for being there and for your offers of help. We hope that everyone is surviving 2020 and finding some silver lining to add to their fiber!
Wishing you all well,
Heidi Lucey
Fiber Fusion Chairman
PS: I have withheld a bit of good news for the end. It looks like we will be able to sell some shirts and even a cup for a fundraiser this year. Look for it to start soon!
July, 2020 Update:
Discontinued Online Photo Contest
Due to lack of interest, we have discontinued the online photo contest.
However, we are looking into adding a Photo Contest to our Fiber Art Show.
Discontinued Online Photo Contest
Due to lack of interest, we have discontinued the online photo contest.
However, we are looking into adding a Photo Contest to our Fiber Art Show.
Saturday June 1st, 2020 Update:
Check out the updated Photo Contest Rules and June's Topic!
-- Click Here to go to our Monthly Photo Contest Page --
Discussion and photo thread for ongoing projects on Facebook now!
Check out the updated Photo Contest Rules and June's Topic!
-- Click Here to go to our Monthly Photo Contest Page --
Discussion and photo thread for ongoing projects on Facebook now!
- If you are missing the opportunity to show off what you are working on and comment on other's fiber worker's projects, here is a place to do that.
- Also, hang onto your photos as you work on your projects, September's Monthly Photo Contest Topic will be a collection of 3-5 photos showing your project from start to finish!
Saturday May 31st, 2020 Update:
See the Winners and Photos for May's Photo Contest Here:
See the Winners and Photos for May's Photo Contest Here:
Saturday May 17th, 2020 Update:
Dear Fiber Fusion NW fans and participants,
Vendor Registration is now open and our website has had a bit of an overhaul.
The menu item, 2020 Online, has been updated with pages added.
A new menu item, Online Events in 2020, has been added and will be updated continually.
There is a lot to look over and more announcements will be coming!
Dear Fiber Fusion NW fans and participants,
Vendor Registration is now open and our website has had a bit of an overhaul.
The menu item, 2020 Online, has been updated with pages added.
A new menu item, Online Events in 2020, has been added and will be updated continually.
There is a lot to look over and more announcements will be coming!
Saturday May 3rd, 2020 Update:
Dear Fiber Fusion NW fans and participants,
Announcing our NEW Monthly Photo Contest!
Each month we will have a new topic that you can be creative in portraying in the form of a photo.
Each month will have new awards.
Check it out here: https://www.fiberfusion.net/fiber-arts---2020.html
Dear Fiber Fusion NW fans and participants,
Announcing our NEW Monthly Photo Contest!
Each month we will have a new topic that you can be creative in portraying in the form of a photo.
Each month will have new awards.
Check it out here: https://www.fiberfusion.net/fiber-arts---2020.html
Saturday April 25th, 2020 Update:
Dear Fiber Fusion NW fans and participants,
It’s clear 2020 is turning into an unusual year.
We are sad to announce we’ve decided the best course of action is to focus on public safety and cancel Fiber Fusion 2020 at this time.
We know this seems early, but the amount of planning to bring this festival into fruition is huge. Canceling early allows us time to think outside of the box and bring Fiber Fusion Northwest to our fiber community online!
As the last few weeks have taught us, our limitations are never hampered by the ability to physically get together - only by our desire to learn and explore.
Of course as always, we welcome volunteers, ideas, and expertise. As always, our goal is to educate and bring together our diverse community of fiber artists, producers and the public.
We hope you all join us online this year. Please keep an eye out on our website, our Facebook page, Instagram, and Ravelry for announcements. As we think our way out of the box, we’ll let you know what we find.
We are already proceeding with plans to resume our in-person event again in October, 2021, when we can look forward to seeing you all in person again!
Dear Fiber Fusion NW fans and participants,
It’s clear 2020 is turning into an unusual year.
We are sad to announce we’ve decided the best course of action is to focus on public safety and cancel Fiber Fusion 2020 at this time.
We know this seems early, but the amount of planning to bring this festival into fruition is huge. Canceling early allows us time to think outside of the box and bring Fiber Fusion Northwest to our fiber community online!
As the last few weeks have taught us, our limitations are never hampered by the ability to physically get together - only by our desire to learn and explore.
Of course as always, we welcome volunteers, ideas, and expertise. As always, our goal is to educate and bring together our diverse community of fiber artists, producers and the public.
We hope you all join us online this year. Please keep an eye out on our website, our Facebook page, Instagram, and Ravelry for announcements. As we think our way out of the box, we’ll let you know what we find.
We are already proceeding with plans to resume our in-person event again in October, 2021, when we can look forward to seeing you all in person again!
October 25th, 2019 Update:
Whether you attended, supported, vended, demonstrated, taught, volunteered, showed your art, your fleece, or your animals, we are very grateful. We all came together from all corners of the fiber world to share, learn, and inspire. This is what makes Fiber Fusion so great!
Many thanks to everyone for everything you did to make 2019 amazing!
.We are looking forward to our 10th annual Fiber Fusion Northwest in 2020!
Whether you attended, supported, vended, demonstrated, taught, volunteered, showed your art, your fleece, or your animals, we are very grateful. We all came together from all corners of the fiber world to share, learn, and inspire. This is what makes Fiber Fusion so great!
Many thanks to everyone for everything you did to make 2019 amazing!
.We are looking forward to our 10th annual Fiber Fusion Northwest in 2020!
