June 11, 2025 (Wed): AGM & Regular Meeting
Zoom meeting to include the Annual General Meeting followed by Show & Tell and announcements.
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Sleep In Your Own Bed Retreat 2024
This year we had two Sleep-in-Your-Own-Bed retreats at Immaculate Conception Church, 3778 West 28th Ave., Vancouver. They were a great opportunity for members to have fun, work on their own projects, learn something new and enjoy getting to know each … Continue reading →
May 14, 2025 (Wed) Program: Kathy K. Wylie “The Times of Our Lives”
The Times of Our Lives: Our stitches tell our stories; our quilts leave a legacy. The time we spend with each quilt becomes part of our journey in life, giving us moments of reflection and opportunities for expression. The theme … Continue reading →
Spring 2025 Sewing Days (Saturdays, 10am to 4pm)
January 18, February 15, March 15, April 12, May 24, June 14 Join other guild members on Zoom as we sew together, working on our own projects. Sometimes you cannot get a word in edgewise, and other times we sew … Continue reading →
2024 Retreat Report
The guild holds an annual retreat. Because of COVID, two retreats were held in 2024. In 2025 we will return to one annual retreat. The retreat is organized by a member and membership in the guild is required for attendance. … Continue reading →
Apr 9, 2025 (Wed) Program: Andi Stanfield “Quilting a Little Bit Different”
Bio: Andi Stanfield began quilting when her mother opened a fabric shop. She quickly fell in love with the entire process and took over half the house – installing a long-arm in the loft and converting the spare bedroom to … Continue reading →
March 12, 2025 (Wed) Program: Rose Parr “Sew Smart – The Ergonomics of Healthy Quilting”
Learn how to stay pain-free from an expert in sewing ergonomics and health and wellness. Quilting can be a real pain in the neck, so can cutting, pressing, and handiwork! How high should your cutting table be? How about your … Continue reading →
March 1, 2025 (Sat) Workshop: Jen Houlden “Improv Design”
Instructor: Jennifer Houlden (https://quiltsbyjen.ca/) Full Day: 9:00am to 3:30pm with a 30-45 minute lunch break Cost: $50 members; $60 non-members Note: There will be a one hour pre-session on Wednesday, February 19th at 7pm which will focus on the supply … Continue reading →
Feb 12, 2025 (Wed) Program: Jennifer Houlden “Creating Contrast in Your Quilts”
Using contrast in the form of fabrics with different textures, patterns and value is one of the first steps to creating contrast in quilts and textile art. Adding embellishments such as thread play, couching, beading, painting, and other mixed media … Continue reading →
Jan 8, 2025 (Wed) Program: Rachel Derstine “Keep it Simple, But Pack a Punch”
“A PowerPoint lecture presentation demonstrating the idea that quilts do not need to be complex to be compelling. I share my thoughts on how to choose great fabrics and simple designs to create amazing quilts. I show some work from … Continue reading →