On the CQ calendar for January there is a ROWmakers meeting scheduled for Wednesday morning (12th) and a Modern Quilters meeting scheduled for Thursday evening (13th). These have been CANCELLED by the organisers, in the interests of COVID safety.
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News Flash
Due to Covid19 restrictions in the ACT, Canberra Quilters is unable to hold the draw for its Raffle Quilt as expected on 26 September. We are looking into options for when and where we may be allowed to do this. It may be possible by the end of November or early in December, but we shall abide… Continue reading News Flash
Exhibition Entry Deadline Extended to June 30 2017
The entry deadline for entering this year’s Canberra Quilter’s Annual Members Exhibition has been extended to (postmarked) 30 June 2017. To download the entry pack click here. This extension of deadline will not impact any other Exhibition dates. Remember, you can submit a quilt for display only (also known as “not for judging”) in the… Continue reading Exhibition Entry Deadline Extended to June 30 2017
Information about the NSW Guild Quilt Show 9 to 13 July 2014
The NSW Guild has provided information about their upcoming show, which is being held on 9 to 13 July. You can download the information by clicking this link: Transport info and Site Map for State Guilds and VIPs
Give and take; Teach and Learn: BINDINGS- A Sharing Session
Quilters learn their craft in many different ways and using many different methods. Sharing Sessions are an opportunity to help other people by showing off a trick that you have learned and hopefully you will come away from the session having picked up a new tip yourself. At this session, you will receive some tips… Continue reading Give and take; Teach and Learn: BINDINGS- A Sharing Session
Resurfacing the Car Park at Cook Community Hub 2 – 5 June
Canberra Quilters would like to advise all members that the Community Services Directorate will now be resurfacing the car park at the Cook Community Hub from Monday 2 June until Thursday 5 June. (pushed back from 12-15 May) They have advised the following: To ensure the long term life and durability of the car park, Community… Continue reading Resurfacing the Car Park at Cook Community Hub 2 – 5 June
Building Maintenance and Upgrades
Canberra Quilters would like to advise members that the Community Services Directorate will be undertaking building maintenance and upgrades. Upgrades to building over the coming months shall include:- Mechanical works (heating/cooling) – installation of new FCU’s in selected rooms, additional pipe work in corridors and rooms; Electrical – new lighting, motion sensors, light switches, and… Continue reading Building Maintenance and Upgrades
Looking for people interested in a Happy Jack Class 28 April 2014
Canberra Quilters is looking for people interested in attending the Happy Jack workshop on Monday 28 April. It’s only $10, and you only need to bring a pencil. When you have done this class, you will be eligible to book and use the Happy Jack quilting machine at Cook. Class runs from 10am to midday.… Continue reading Looking for people interested in a Happy Jack Class 28 April 2014
Presentation: Internet + Quilting
The following is the information provided as part of the Thursday Evening Meeting on April 3. Embracing the internet to fuel your quilting passion. Presenters: Michelle Law: B: Buttontree Lane IG: @buttontreelane Angie Wilson W: GnomeAngel IG: @gnomeangel Overview Think of the internet like a tool of your craft. It’s something you can use to… Continue reading Presentation: Internet + Quilting
Places Available in our Happy Jack Class this Saturday
The Happy Jack class has a few spaces for people who are wanting to learn about this frame system of quilting, refresh your training, or have a go on the new, improved frame. The class is $10, starts at 10am and you need bring only a pencil. After you have done the class you are… Continue reading Places Available in our Happy Jack Class this Saturday