Monday 26 December 2016

Confederation Quilt

A crazy patch made in 1867 has been rejuvenated and will be on display in Nova Scotia. This quilt   showcases many beautiful colours and hand stitching. It will be unveiled in 2017 as part of the 150th Anniversary. This example exemplifies the history of quilting in Canada.

Sunday 11 December 2016

Block Challenge

This year the red and white tulip was chosen in honour of Canada's 150th anniversary. The printed background fabric contains Canadian words including Canada 150. Our sample red and white tulips look elegant on the printed background. Kits and instructions are available at Quilter's nine Patch,Elmira and Quilt Essentials in St. Jacobs. Please pick up a kit on Tuesday.Both stores are closed on Monday.


Saturday 10 December 2016

Busy Day

Tuesday, December 7th , Pix Martin organized 'a placemat bee' to make 100 placemats for Innisfree Care Facility in Kitchener. The placemats are used on their food trays. Pix's Studio was buzzing with activity as sewers came to help sew, cut, turn and iron. By 8:30 in the evening, 150 placemats had been created. I am sure the residents will enjoy, the little 'perk,' on their trays.