Mahone Bay Quilters' Guild

Celtic Quilt Guild Show & Sale
2023-10-12 - 2023-10-14 | Nova Scotia
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Slow Quilting
2023-10-16 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-10-30 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-11-13 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Nova Scotia
Please join us biweekly, the second and fourth Monday of each month, from 2 to 4 pm, as we get together on Zoom to hand piece, hand applique or hand quilt. You can also use the time to chat, do some machine piecing, pressing and some people have been known to knit! Join in and stay as long as you wish.
Information is available from Barb, or look for the regular reminder by email with the Zoom link. Hope to see you there!

Sew Zoom
2023-10-18 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-10-25 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-11-08 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-11-15 13:00 - 16:00 | Sew Zoom Join Link
Welcome to a new year of Sew Zoom sessions.
Join us on Wednesday afternoons for some sewing time with other Guild members. There may be group projects that you can take part in, or just sew along on the project of your choice. Contact Peggy or Tara to register and we will ensure you have the Zoom coordinates.

Newsletter deadline
2023-10-28, 2023-11-25, 2023-12-30 | Nova Scotia
Deadline for any information items for the next newsletter.

Skills Day - All About Applique
2023-10-28 09:00 - 15:30 | Nova Scotia
Our first in person skills day for this fiscal year will be held on Saturday October 28th. It’s all about Applique. Whether you are new to the skill, want to refresh your skills or learn a new method, this Skills day is for you.

Four of our very talented members will demonstrate their favourite method:

Marilyn Verburgh ,Starched; 9:30 & 11
Deanne Hemphill, Hand Turned; 9:30 & 11
Krista Garber, Glued, 1pm & 2:30
Sandy Emenau, Faced, 1 pm & 2:30.

Cost is $10 whether you sign up for one or all four. Class size is limited.

Sign up sheets and kit details will be available at the October meeting.

November Monthly Meeting
2023-11-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Trinity United Church, 101 Edgewater Street, Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia, B0J 2E0, Canada
Doors open at 6:30 pm.
Business Meeting: The meeting begins at 7:00 pm, usually lasting 30-40 minutes.
Fat Quarter Draw: Theme TBD
Program: TBD
Sew & Tell: The meeting wraps up with sharing our completed projects. Look for the sign up sheet.

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT GUILD MEETINGS:

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for evening meetings and at 12:30 p.m. for afternoon meetings, unless otherwise stated.
In Person Check-in: Please give your name at the front desk when you arrive. If you have questions about anything, someone at the desk can help. There will be raffle tickets and a revised membership renewal form available to pick up.
Guests: Members are permitted to bring a non-member guest to the meeting two times. This can be in person or virtually. Please advise Membership (mbqgmembership@gmail.com) if you plan to bring a guest, so they may be properly introduced at the meeting.
Library: Before the meeting is a great time to browse our library and borrow one of the new acquisitions. Our Librarian always welcomes suggestions for library purchases.
Donation items: Your quilt donations are welcome at any meeting.

And please remember that for all in-person meetings:

– Events are scent free
– You should wear a name tag – any type is fine. You can order a printed Guild name tag fromElizabeth or make your own.
– Don’t be shy about introducing yourself to someone you might not know – we have many newmembers
– Return any library books you have

Sew Zoom
2023-11-22 13:00 - 16:00 | Sew Zoom Join Link
Welcome to Sew Zoom, for MBQG members only!
Join us every Wednesday afternoon at 1 pm for some sewing time with other Guild members. There may be group projects that you can take part in, or just sew along on the project of your choice. Contact Peggy or Tara to find out what the group is working on and how you can register.
Join Sew Zoom
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87958143153?pwd=[REDACTED]
These events are for MBQG members. Not a member yet? Why not join? We are a lively, friendly and active guild and host many events through the year!

Slow Quilting
2023-11-27 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-01-29 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-02-12 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-02-26 14:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
MBQG members, please join us biweekly on the scheduled dates each month, from 2 to 4 pm, as we get together on Zoom to hand piece, hand applique or hand quilt. You can also use the time to chat, do some machine piecing, pressing and some people have been known to knit! Join in and stay as long as you wish.
Join Slow Quilting on Zoom
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84862604080?pwd=[REDACTED]
Hope to see you there!
Note: These events are for MBQG members. Not a member yet? Why not join? We are a lively, friendly and active guild and host many events through the year!

December Monthly Meeting - Rescheduled
2023-12-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Trinity United Church, 101 Edgewater Street, Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia, B0J 2E0, Canada
Let’s try this again and hope that the weather allows most Members to make it.

Business Meeting: Note that the December meeting starts at 6:00 p.m. and doors open at 5:30 p.m.
Program: Bring finger food and any cutlery, glasses and plate you need yourself
Fat Quarter Draw: Any fat quarter
Ornament Exchange: if you’d like to participate, bring an ornament and take one home!
Food Bank Donations: please remember to bring a non-perishable food item and/or cash for the food bank
Sew & Tell: TBD

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT GUILD MEETINGS:

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for evening meetings and at 12:30 p.m. for afternoon meetings, unless otherwise stated.
In Person Check-in: Please give your name at the front desk when you arrive. If you have questions about anything, someone at the desk can help. There will be raffle tickets and a revised membership renewal form available to pick up.
Guests: Members are permitted to bring a non-member guest to the meeting two times. This can be in person or virtually. Please advise Membership (mbqgmembership@gmail.com) if you plan to bring a guest, so they may be properly introduced at the meeting.
Library: Before the meeting is a great time to browse our library and borrow one of the new acquisitions. Our Librarian always welcomes suggestions for library purchases.
Donation items: Your quilt donations are welcome at any meeting.

And please remember that for all in-person meetings:

– Events are scent free
– You should wear a name tag – any type is fine. You can order a printed Guild name tag fromElizabeth or make your own.
– Don’t be shy about introducing yourself to someone you might not know – we have many newmembers
– Return any library books you have

Improv Design - Unleash your creative quilter with Jen Houlden
2024-01-01 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-01-13 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-01-27 10:00 - 15:30 | Nova Scotia
January 2-Day Zoom Workshop: Improv Design – Unleash your creative quilter with Jen Houlden
Cost: $35 for members. Register online at workshop@mahonebayquiltersguild.com
January 13, 10am – 11am: During this one-hour prep session, Jen will guide you in selecting pieces of fabric that speak to you; creating a captivating foundation for your art quilt. Learn how to arrange and piece together fabrics to form the perfect canvas for your creativity. This session will be recorded.
January 27th 10am – 3:30pm: Jen will introduce you to a myriad of embellishing and creative techniques. Dive into the world of thread play using water-soluble stabilizers, unlocking a new dimension to your quilting. Explore the fun and magic of texture with techniques that will add depth to your quilt. Appliqué and couching are just a couple of the skills you’ll acquire, expanding your quilter’s toolbox. As the workshop comes to an end, you’ll be amazed at how your small pieces of fabric have transformed into a unique art quilt.

January Monthly Meeting - RESCHEDULED
2024-01-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Trinity United Church, 101 Edgewater Street, Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia, B0J 2E0, Canada
Our winter meetings (January-March) are moved to the afternoon, so we don’t have to drive in the evening.
Doors open at 12:30 pm.
Business Meeting: The meeting begins at 1:00 pm, usually lasting 30-40 minutes.
Program: Unfortunately, the presentation by Heidi Wolfraat of Woolworks has been cancelled. BUT be sure to attend the meeting for a SURPRISE AUCTION! Raise your paddle (provided) to bid on a number of items that will be on display after the business meeting. Payments for your bargain items can be made by cash or cheque – so raid your piggy bank or bring your cheque book.

Fat Quarter Draw: Red/Valentine fabric
Sew & Tell: The meeting wraps up with sharing our completed projects. If you’re bringing items in person, then look for the sign up sheet.

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT GUILD MEETINGS:

In Person Check-in: Please give your name at the front desk when you arrive. If you have questions about anything, someone at the desk can help. There will be raffle tickets and a revised membership renewal form available to pick up.
Guests: Members are permitted to bring a non-member guest to the meeting two times. This can be in person or virtually. Please advise Membership (mbqgmembership@gmail.com) if you plan to bring a guest, so they may be properly introduced at the meeting.
Library: Before the meeting is a great time to browse our library and borrow one of the new acquisitions. Our Librarian always welcomes suggestions for library purchases.
Donation items: Your quilt donations are welcome at any meeting.

And please remember that for all in-person meetings:

– Events are scent free
– You should wear a name tag – any type is fine. You can order a printed Guild name tag fromElizabeth or make your own.
– Don’t be shy about introducing yourself to someone you might not know – we have many newmembers
– Return any library books you have

Airing the Archives - Mary Black Gallery
2024-02-01 - 2024-03-10 | Nova Scotia
From February 1 to March 10, be sure to visit the Mary Black Gallery to check out a celebration of Nova Scotia’s textile heritage presented by Craft Nova Scotia. Look here for details.

Registration Open - Melissa Marginet EQ Events
2024-02-03 | Nova Scotia
Registration is now open starting 9 am today. for the three in-person workshops with Melissa Marginet, on April 11, 12 and 13. Contact Pina Wall at workshop@mahonebayquiltersguild.com and e-transfer the funds, or be sure to attend the meeting on February 5th to register in person. Note the workshop policy reminder below.

Workshop Policy reminder:
You are not registered for a workshop or skills day until payment is made. If you are paid and cannot attend, it is your responsibility to find someone else to take your spot. No refunds will be issued.

February Monthly Meeting
2024-02-05 13:00 - 15:00 | Trinity United Church, 101 Edgewater Street, Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia, B0J 2E0, Canada
Our winter meetings (January-March) are moved to the afternoon, so we don’t have to drive in the evening.
Doors open at 12:30 pm.
Business Meeting: The meeting begins at 1:00 pm, usually lasting 30-40 minutes.
Program: Project Linus – presentation by Rhonda Church

Fat Quarter Draw: Theme is Dots and/or Stripes
Sew & Tell: The meeting wraps up with sharing our completed projects. If you’re bringing items in person, then look for the sign up sheet.

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT GUILD MEETINGS:

In Person Check-in: Please give your name at the front desk when you arrive. If you have questions about anything, someone at the desk can help. There will be raffle tickets and a revised membership renewal form available to pick up.
Guests: Members are permitted to bring a non-member guest to the meeting two times. This can be in person or virtually. Please advise Membership (mbqgmembership@gmail.com) if you plan to bring a guest, so they may be properly introduced at the meeting.
Library: Before the meeting is a great time to browse our library and borrow one of the new acquisitions. Our Librarian always welcomes suggestions for library purchases.
Donation items: Your quilt donations are welcome at any meeting.

And please remember that for all in-person meetings:

– Events are scent free
– You should wear a name tag – any type is fine. You can order a printed Guild name tag fromElizabeth or make your own.
– Don’t be shy about introducing yourself to someone you might not know – we have many newmembers
– Return any library books you have

Fabric Collage Zoom Workshop
2024-02-24 13:00 - 16:00, 2024-03-09 13:00 - 16:00 | Nova Scotia
Fabric Collage Workshop: Summer Puffin by Ralph Jarvis, The Quilted Stash: February 10th and 24th

This two day workshop introduces you to fabric collage, fabric selection and placement techniques featuring the Newfoundland and Labrador Summer Puffin. Each pattern includes full size outline and grayscale templates. The collage finishes at 14 x 14.
Cost: $35 for members plus $20 for required pattern. Also available is a kit ($35 + tax) which includes pattern and fabric to complete the project. Supply list will be provided to registered and paid participants.
Register by January 31, 2024 by email to workshop@mahonebayquiltersguild.com

UFO Day
2024-03-02 10:00 - 16:00 | Nova Scotia
Save the Date for the UFO Day Saturday March 2 from 10am-4pm. This is a free day of sewing fun. There will be 2 demonstrations. Set up your machine or handwork sewing space and be ready to tackle your UFOs. This has always been a popular event, enjoyed by many.
Itinerary
10am – Welcome and a short introduction of participants and UFOs for the day.
1pm – Nina Scott-Stoddard will discuss making a “Sea Glass Quilt”.
3pm – Peggy Abbott will give a Stitch Talk.
Presentations will be kept short but interesting. There will be random prize draws throughout the day.
Come one, come all, for a fun-loving event and get some stitching done on your UFOs. I know you
have them!!
Contact Peggy Abbott to register: abbott@bwr.eastlink.ca

March Monthly Meeting
2024-03-04 13:00 - 15:00 | Trinity United Church, 101 Edgewater Street, Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia, B0J 2E0, Canada
Our winter meetings (January-March) are moved to the afternoon, so we don’t have to drive in the evening.
Doors open at 12:30 pm.
Business Meeting: The meeting begins at 1:00 pm, usually lasting 30-40 minutes.
Program: Barb Robson Trunk Show

Fat Quarter Draw: theme TBD
Sew & Tell: The meeting wraps up with sharing our completed projects. If you’re bringing items in person, then look for the sign up sheet.

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT GUILD MEETINGS:

In Person Check-in: Please give your name at the front desk when you arrive. If you have questions about anything, someone at the desk can help. There will be raffle tickets and a revised membership renewal form available to pick up.
Guests: Members are permitted to bring a non-member guest to the meeting two times. This can be in person or virtually. Please advise Membership (mbqgmembership@gmail.com) if you plan to bring a guest, so they may be properly introduced at the meeting.
Library: Before the meeting is a great time to browse our library and borrow one of the new acquisitions. Our Librarian always welcomes suggestions for library purchases.
Donation items: Your quilt donations are welcome at any meeting.

And please remember that for all in-person meetings:

– Events are scent free
– You should wear a name tag – any type is fine. You can order a printed Guild name tag fromElizabeth or make your own.
– Don’t be shy about introducing yourself to someone you might not know – we have many newmembers
– Return any library books you have
