Request for quilts to hang at Erindale Library

Elaine White is seeking Modern Quilts to hang at Erindale Library for the next exhibition there, from early February to early May. Quilts must have a hanging sleeve, with no side larger than 230 cm.  A title, and a short paragraph about the quilt or its maker is also appreciated.  Label preferred but not essential. Can you… Continue reading Request for quilts to hang at Erindale Library

ROYAL CANBERRA SHOW – 28 February – 1 March at Exhibition Park in Canberra

Valerie has reminded us that electronic entries are still open for the Crafts Expo at the Royal Canberra Show.  All entries must be received by 4pm 10 January 2020. The maximum quilt size is 240cm, except for the Miniature class. Don’t just look at the Quilting/ Patchwork classes (categories). You may find something in Sewing… Continue reading ROYAL CANBERRA SHOW – 28 February – 1 March at Exhibition Park in Canberra

Quilts at the Erindale Library

A message from the convenor, Jenny Emerton: A beautiful selection of quilts featuring floral themes is now hanging at Erindale Library.  They are very colourful and cover a range of eras and styles.  Some older favourites are included in this exhibition.  They demonstrate that flowers are an enduring inspiration for quilt makers.  Many thanks to… Continue reading Quilts at the Erindale Library

Exhibition – Australia Wide 6 at The Q, floor talk tomorrow

Canberra Quilters members Beth and Trevor Reid, Helen Gray, Carolyn Sullivan and Dianne Firth are part of the Australia Wide 6 Exhibition which runs at The Q from February 11, until 9 March 2019. They will be giving a floor talk about their work on Saturday 2 March 12 noon – 1pm. Dianne will also… Continue reading Exhibition – Australia Wide 6 at The Q, floor talk tomorrow

Art Quilts at The Q: 31 May-23 June

Members may be interested in this exhibition, opening today. The Q exhibition space in Queanbeyan is hosting an exhibition of art quilts by Yvonne Line. Join the artist for refreshments on Saturday 2 June at 11am Yvonne Line is an International Award Winning Art Quilter who has been exploring the use of textiles in various… Continue reading Art Quilts at The Q: 31 May-23 June

Canberra Quilters at Craft Alive: 3-6 May

Canberra Quilters is mounting a display of quilts at Craft Alive. It includes quilts from the special interest groups as well as other memorable quilts from the past. Craft Alive runs 3-6 May at the Canberra Thoroughbred Park Function Centre, Randwick Road, Mitchell. It is open 9.30am-4pm each day. Admission fees apply. See here for more… Continue reading Canberra Quilters at Craft Alive: 3-6 May

Exhibition- Different Directions

Member Carolyn Sullivan is an embroiderer of long standing and is partnering with another quilter/ embroiderer Cathy Jack Coupland to hold an exhibition at Gallery 76 Queen, the premises of the NSW Embroiderers Guild. Different Directions, stitched artworks by Carolyn Sullivan and Cathy Jack Coupland. 2 December 2017- 25 January 2018 Gallery 76 Queen, 76 Queen… Continue reading Exhibition- Different Directions

Bungendore Quilt show & Braidwood Quilt Event – 25 & 26 November

This weekend there are two quilt shows in our region: Bungendore Quilters are holding their exhibition in the Memorial Hall in Molonglo Street, Bungendore. Saturday 9am-6pm, Sunday 9am-4pm. Admission- Adults/ children 15 and over – $2.50, Children under 15 free. Features displays of handmade quilts, patchwork and textiles, including members’ challenge. Sales table providing good… Continue reading Bungendore Quilt show & Braidwood Quilt Event – 25 & 26 November