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Wonderfil Thread Workshop with Nadine Stevens

On Saturday October 26, MBQG  held a practical in person workshop on Wonderfil thread led by longarm quilter and Wonderfil educator Nadine Stevens. It was invigorating to get together in person, learn more about this extensive line of Canadian thread, make a cute practice project and support each other as we worked with special machine stitches many of us had…
Webmaster
1 November 2024
EventsQuilt ShowWorkshops

Outdoor Quilts and Connections

The August long weekend is straight ahead - where is the time going this summer? Don't forget that Saturday, July 30th is our second annual Outdoor Quilt Day - a day to showcase your love of quilts by hanging one, two or more somewhere outside so that others have the chance to enjoy the colours and the craftsmanship on display.…
Communications
27 July 2022
Cuddle QuiltsMeetingsMonthly meetingsWorkshops

In like a lamb?

Hopefully this photo of Pam W.'s Snowflake is the last we see of the white stuff for a while. According to the weather gurus, March came in like a lamb – nice and quiet. That might be true for the weather but certainly doesn't describe the level of activity in our Guild. Our activity level continues to stay more lion-like…
Communications
15 March 2022
Monthly meetingsWorkshops

February, a LOVEly month!

What's not to love about February!  OK, OK, besides the weather! This is the month that brings us Valentine's Day to remind us how much we care about friends and family.  February is also the month when we see that first - very early - glimmer of spring. Days become longer - hey, it's still light at 5 pm and…
Communications
9 February 2022
Christmas PartyMonthly meetingsWorkshops

Merry Christmas!

Tis the season to be jolly - and to be oh, so busy baking, finishing up those last minute sewing projects and getting ready for Santa's visit. Hopefully, this rather tardy blog post finds you with everything done, wrapped and under the tree. Not even close at our house, but maybe at yours? The Guild has had a busy month.…
Guild Blogger
15 December 2021
Workshops

It’s Not Too Late!

Have you made this quilt yet? It's on many quilting bucket lists and for good reason. The One Block Wonder is that perfect blend of easy and challenging, all in one fun quilt project. This is a reminder that the Guild is offering a two-day Zoom workshop so that you can make yours, just in time for Christmas, or to…
Guild Blogger
18 September 2021
Workshops

Dresden Neighborhood Workshop

Thursday evening and again on Saturday morning, the Guild hosted our March workshop - the Dresden Neighborhood, designed by Kim Lapecek of Persimon Dreams and taught by Michelle Banton,  of Lunenburg, Mass.   The Zoom gathering brought together twenty-three quilters who got busy constructing their own unique neighbourhoods. The concept is a simple one - a dresden plate using your…
Guild Blogger
14 March 2021
MeetingsWorkshops

February 2020 Meeting

Sandy E's beautiful hand quilted lap quilted quilt, shared at Sew and Tell. A few of the many completed Quilt-As-You-Go quilts made at Annette's workshop.  Thanks to Sandy B who shared her trunk show of quilts and hooked mats. Be sure and go to our Flickr photo albums to see lots more pictures here   Our March meeting is coming…
Guild Blogger
20 February 2020
MeetingsWorkshops

November 2019 Meeting

We are back in full swing now, lots and lots going on! The church hall has new flooring and the walls have all been painted. Heather Stewart came for a visit and some Guild members joined us for lunch at the Biscuit Eater and Slow Quilting. Many members will remember Heather from her many workshops she has taught for the…
Guild Blogger
7 November 2019
Christmas PartyWorkshops

Advent Calendar Workshop

Advent Calendar made by Judy Cooper from a pattern by Phil and Lisa Gerard. Everyone had a wonderful time at the Advent Calendar workshop, be sure and see the wonderful works in progress by visiting our Flickr album here. Be sure and come to our Christmas party and pot luck dinner on Dec. 2 to see (hopefully) some of the…
Guild Blogger
7 October 2019