An Interview with Vanessa Génier
Cindy Connell spoke with Vanessa Génier, to learn more about Quilts for Survivors, and to get to know the woman whose vision fuels this remarkable and important project.
Thunder Bay Quilters Guild – Virtual December Meeting
Our December 2021 meeting was held virtually, and started off with a lecture by Mathew Boudreaux, AKA Mr. Domestic. He spoke about how he got started in quilting, and how to find joy before your creativity can begin. Mathew showed examples of his work, and spoke...
FQ Lotto Winners, Round Seven
Congratulations to our seventh and last group of Fat Quarter Lottery winners!
Island Quilters Guild – Two Great Meetings!
Well, we started off our quilt guild year a bit late (October) and our meeting limit is 32 with vaccination requirement. But we have had 2 great meetings and at our last meeting in November (December's meeting had to be cancelled), we enjoyed a great fashion show...
Cloth Masks ‘Fit for Purpose’
When it comes to making your own cloth masks, fit does matter.
FQ Lotto Winners, Round Six
Congratulations to our sixth group of Fat Quarter Lottery winners!
Langley Quilters Guild – After an 18-month hiatus we have resumed our in-person meetings
The Langley Quilters Guild has, after an 18-month hiatus, resumed our in-person meetings, to the joy of all. Numbers had to be restricted (63 in person, 15 more on Zoom, down from our usual 120), seating plans rearranged to allow for a better flow…sign-in…vaccine...
Rayside Balfour Quilting and Stitchery Guild – Meetings have resumed!
We have resumed our Guild meetings as well as beginner classes, working on cuddle quilts to donate and our in-club quilt. We also had a fun evening of "fat quarter bingo".
Quilts of Valour Canada
“The reason that your quilts resonate with so many is because it often comes at a time when our service members are the most vulnerable.”
Quilts for Survivors – Deadline Lifted!
The deadline for blocks donated to Quilts for Survivors, a Facebook Group created by Vanessa Génier to support the survivors of residential schools, has been lifted.
The Prizes are Sew Sew Fun!
Janome is sponsoring up to 33 machines for the JN Jarper Youth Challenge 2022.
Parksville Quilt House Quilters Guild – Our Guild
The Parksville Quilt House Quilters Guild was founded in 1979, the first guild formed on Vancouver Island and the second oldest guild in British Columbia. It's vibrant history and talented membership make it one of the most successful guilds in B.C. The mandate is to...