Michael Longford

Michael Longford has been a member of Kingston Handloom Weavers and Spinners for six months. His interest in fibre arts and textiles developed naturally—his mother was a weaver, spinner, knitter, and quilter, who was always working on something in her studio. A graphic designer and sculptor, Longford was attracted to the tactile nature of textiles, as well as their graphic quality. 

He recently acquired a floor loom from his mother with the aim of becoming more active in weaving. He's took a one-on-one workshop with Barbara Heins to work on different patterns and a sampler. While the pandemic suspended all in-person workshops during six months of his membership, he wishes to more fully engage in Guild activities and connect with more members in the near future.