Unless otherwise noted, all speakers and workshops will be virtual, on ZOOM.
Virtual doors open at 6.45 pm, and the meeting will start at 7 pm.
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Jan 14, 2026 (Wed) – Carola Russell – “Scrap Happy and Fat Quarter Friendly II”
We are so excited to have Carola from Carola’s Quilt Shop in Chilliwack BC present “Scrap Happy and Fat Quarter Friendly II” to our guild. Her presentations have had many rave reviews! Carola will take us into her world of quilting and show us how she uses her scraps, fat quarters and pre-cuts. Carola’s techniques are amazing! She promises that you will want to head to your cutting table as soon as you log off.
Do you have scraps multiplying? Or do you simply want to sit down with a pile of fabric and start sewing?
Carola plans to entertain us with projects to make in a snap. Whether it’s an improvisational technique or a fast & easy shortcut, it is fun to make something without a big plan.
Bio: Carola has been in the business of sewing for over forty years and machine sewing and quilting as a hobby for fifty years. Toda, she is even more excited about learning and teaching this amazing craft! You will see Carola at quilt shows and retreats as a vendor and at quilt guilds teaching and sharing her enthusiasm with her trunk shows.
https://carolasquiltshop.com/
Feb 11, 2026 (Wed) – Terry Aske – “My Evolution as an Art Quilter – from raw beginner to award winner”
In this presentation, I talk about how I started quilting, how my work has evolved over the years, what inspires me, my favourite techniques, my studio, etc. I show examples of my quilts over the years.
My artist statement: The iconic Pattullo Bridge reimagined through radiant colour and circular abstraction, blending the structural with the surreal.
Bio: My earliest creative memory is from kindergarten, making a mosaic from seeds and beans. This was the beginning of a life-long quest to find the perfect medium to express myself. Over the years, I’ve dabbled in many creative activities such as beading, drawing, painting, knitting and sewing. Although I enjoyed all of these, none held my interest for long. Then in 1998, a friend invited me to join her at a one-day quilting course. Finally, I had found an artistic medium that fascinated and inspired me! I discovered the work of other art quilters and started designing my own quilts. The design and construction of fabric-based art has become my passion.
https://www.terryaskeartquilts.com/Studio/
Mar 11, 2026 (Wed) – Sandy Simmelink – “Tactile Meets Tech”
“Tactile Meets Tech” explores the technique Sandy uses to turn creative abstract photos into art quilts that take the viewer into the 21st century where traditional quilt making and computer technology meet!
Don’t think EQ quilting… think kaleidoscope pictures + computer manipulation + creating fabric + printing + quilting on a domestic machine + embellishments = a finished piece! 
Using this technique, Sandy has created many different pieces – all with their own themes! This class is extremely eye-opening, and shows you that there is a lot more to quilting than meets the eye! Sandy will share many resources to help students spark their creativity, too!
Bio: “My quilting journey began more than 35 years ago when I wanted to make a baby quilt for my daughter. The journey grew into my biggest passion, and I am blessed to have made many life long friendships along the way. My goal is to teach and inspire fellow quilters through classes and lectures.”
Sandy is a six time Canadian Quilter’s Association National Juried Show winner, and has won an award for “Best Hand Workmanship” at the World Quilt Competition in 2006. She has shown her work in many different parts of the world, was a judge at the National Juried Show in Saskatoon, taught all across Canada, and has appeared in numerous magazines throughout her quilting career. Sandy is a member of Canadian Quilters Association, and an Area Representative for the American Quilt Study Group.
https://www.sandysimmelink.com/
Apr 8, 2026 (Wed) – Peter Byrne Trunk Show – “Behind the Seams”
“Hello folks, my name is Peter Byrne, please allow me to introduce myself! I am a Published, National, and International Award-Winning, modern quilter with a deep passion for innovation and design. My strength is maintaining a fresh approach to quilting, with original designs and technical mastery. 
I have prepared an awesome presentation, covering all the highlights from my journey into quilting. Since going online in 2020, I have been fortunate to have had well over 150 virtual trunk shows and workshops in my schedule!
I will be sharing many, many quilts with you that are from my body of work dating from 2017 until present day. With change comes opportunity – going virtual with my presentation has allowed me to go behind the seams and show you much more of my quilt making process! With every quilt I share with you I have added “how to pictures” and “close up” pictures as well. Here is a quick overview of my presentation.
To start, I am going to invite you into my sewing space and have a look at my awesome studio! Then we are travelling to Denver, Colorado to go to “The Quilt Show” with Alex Anderson and Ricky Tims!
From there, we will have a look at my award-winning quilts featured at the largest Modern Quilt Show in the world called QuiltCon.
From there, we will have a look at my most recent work including my award-winning quilts from Canada’s largest quilt show called Quilt Canada and, to finish, I am pleased to give you a quick overview of my 2 new workshops.
This is a fast paced, 50-minute, pre-recorded presentation, followed by a question-and-answer period. I love answering your questions and look forward to meeting you soon!”
www.peterbquilts.com
May 13, 2026 (Wed) – Dianne Stevenson – “Threads of Canada”
Trace the history of Canada from the fur trade to the first settlers who needed to provide for their families in the raw wilderness. We see how pioneers and immigration influenced the development of cottage industry and the development of our nation.
This is a thumbprint of Canadian history that will help you understand and appreciate how our country was first established and then evolved. The thread weaves through Trade blankets to homespun, World Wars, through the Great Depression, each decade tells its own textile story through to present day.
Included at the end are a number of slides showing why “panel” is not a dirty word and why it shouldn’t be considered cheating!
Bio: As a 5th generation quilter from Southern Ontario, Dianne cannot remember or imagine life without the warmth of quilts.
Her career as an instructor began in 1976 and has taken her abroad as well as expanded into the presentation of numerous lectures and trunk shows.
With traditional roots and a twist of the unexpected, Dianne’s extensive research explores our country’s history in such classes as “Canadiana in Cloth” and “In Honour Of…” as well as enabling you to make fun projects with her pattern line of “Black Crow Quilt Designs”.
With a (warped, playful) sense of humour, Dianne combines her love of Canadian textile history, red wine and ever-changing roles of women; but not necessarily all at the same time. Dianne prefers to “preserve the past and use it as a stepping stone for future possibilities!”
She was honoured to be the CQA/ACC Teacher of the Year in 2010 and thrilled to be able to cycle across our magnificent country and explore its diversity of cultures and landscapes in 2011. She lives in the beautiful Okanagan wine country of the B.C. interior.
http://www.blackcrowquiltdesigns.com/
June 10, 2026 (Wed) – AGM & Regular Meeting
Zoom meeting to include the Annual General Meeting followed by Show & Tell and announcements.
Previously This Guild Year
Dec 10, 2025 (Wed) – Holiday Program
Our regular virtual meeting with some special show & tell, zoom-friendly games, breakout rooms and prizes.
Nov 12, 2025 (Wed) – Rhonda Pierce – Schmetz Needle Webinar
Confused about what needle to use? What do all those numbers mean on the needle package? Is changing the needle really important before it breaks? Successful sewing is often about paying attention to the little things – like the needle in your sewing machine. Get the low-down on how this little piece of steel can solve some very BIG problems including broken threads, skipped stitches and puckered fabrics. Your sewing machine is an investment and protection begins by using the very best needle.
Bio: Rhonda has a dream job… teaching sewing fans about the most important 2″ piece of steel in the sewing machine – the SCHMETZ needle. She creates programs and support materials that are easy and well organized for fast needle knowledge. Rhonda’s proudest professional accomplishment is the 2014 availability of colour coded needles to her sewing public.
During Rhonda’s SCHMETZ classes, students respond with “a ha” moments and giggles as they learn needle facts. She enjoys sharing needle knowledge in classrooms and sewing shows throughout North America. She travels with the SCHMETZ “Super” Needle – it’s 17″ tall – and always asks “What’s Your Favorite SCHMETZ Needle?”
She published 100 issues of the esteemed SCHMETZ Inspired to SEW. Rhonda publishes the “must read” monthly SCHMETZ newsletters.
https://sewmorestitches.com/
Oct 8, 2025 (Wed) – Cheryl Arkison – “Becoming a 5 Star Quilter”
What makes a truly great quilter? The pursuit of perfection drives a lot of quilters, but being a great quilter is far more than prize winning quilts and the approval of the quilt police. This trunk show covers the 5 Star Qualities that make a truly great quilter. None of them depend on a perfect 1/4” seam allowance either.
“With three active and loud kids running, on top of an incredible barking dog, it is amazing that I get anything done. My compulsion to create is fuelled by that chaos. Not only does my family inspire me to be true to myself, they drive me to create. In part so that they don’t drive me crazy! Through writing, teaching, and designing I aim to inspire you as well.
Life is too short not to play with fabric. To play, period. Part instigator, part coach I love to get you exploring technique, ideas, colour and more as you dive into your stash. No piece is too small or too loud, fabric is meant to be used. Quilting, as is life, is about the process – the journey – not the product. Enjoy all of it knowing that each time you get your butt in the seat and sew you are giving a gift to yourself.“
https://www.cherylarkison.com/
Sep 10, 2025 (Wed) – Brandon Wulff – “Biscotti Trunk Show”
“Join me for a heartfelt Biscotti Trunk Show, where I will share my personal journey leading to the creation of the Biscotti quilt top. This event will provide an intimate look at my evolving quilting style, the inspirations that shaped my work, and my experiences as an autistic quilter and business owner.
What to Expect:
Personal Journey: Discover the stories and experiences that influenced my quilting journey, culminating in the Biscotti quilt top.
Showcase of Works: View a curated selection of my quilts, highlighting key moments in my creative development and the techniques I’ve explored.
Autism and Creativity: Hear about how being autistic has shaped my perspective on quilting and inspired my approach to design.
Business Insights: Learn about the challenges and triumphs of running a quilting business, and how my unique experiences inform my work.”