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About us

History

What is BASD?

BASD stands for Boston Area Spinners & Dyers. The group was founded in 1970 as a means of exchanging knowledge and ideas related to all aspects of spinning and dyeing.

Membership Benefits

  • Learning and sharing ideas
  • Improving your skills
  • Meeting people with similar interests
  • Exclusive workshops
  • Educational events
  • Lending library, current and out-of-print collections
  • Fiber Exchange
  • Equipment rental
  • Newletter

Board Members 2026-2027

  • President: Leah Mesh-Ferguson
  • Vice President: Kevin McGrath
  • Treasurer: Lecia Shronce
  • Secretary: Jennifer Fitzsimmons-Gauger
  • Membership Coordinator: Marianne Neuman
  • Webmaster: Kristen Pickwick
  • Programs: Kevin McGrath, Jillian Melnyk
  • Hospitality: Barbara Meurer
  • Librarian: Pam Cole
  • Workshops: Fiona Danaher
  • Equipment Warden: Robin Hu
  • Newsletter: Susan Richards