Upcoming Guild Events
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All retreats, workshops and sew days are for CAQG members only. If you wish to participate, we encourage you to join our guild here.
Quilt Canada Stuff-A-Bus
You asked and Programs Listened!! CAQG will be chartering a 55 passenger bus to whisk us away to CQA in Edmonton!
Leaving Red Deer Thursday June 20th at 8:00am and leaving Edmonton at 4:00 pm. Programs is having a fire sale on this one with the LOW PRICE OF $50.00!!! This fee includes your discounted CQA entry fee of 22.05! No parking, no driving, no navigating Edmonton traffic! Hop on board and leave the worry behind!
The $50.00 CAQG members rate will be good until May 1. Contact Natasha or Colleen for information.
New Workshops!!
Rope Bowl Class with Barb Strang
CAQG member Barb Strang will lead you through the steps to construct your own rope bowl.
Date: June 1, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where: Knights of Columbus Hall
Cost: $15
Mobius Radial Wall Hanging with Audrey Esaray
Join award-winning quilt maker Audrey Esaray for an exhilarating Zoom workshop experience on June 8th, from 9 am to 4 pm! Audrey's recent triumph at QuiltCon distinguishes her as a master in her craft, and she's thrilled to impart her expertise to you. Prepare for an immersive session brimming with invaluable insights and personalized assistance.
In this workshop, you'll explore the art of crafting the breathtaking Mobius Radial wall hanging. This intricate piece seamlessly integrates paper piecing, curved piecing, and partial seam techniques, offering a dynamic learning opportunity suitable for quilters of all skill levels. Audrey will lead you through the fundamental principles of paper piecing on an arc and partial seam curved piecing, demystifying these techniques step by step.
But there's more—Audrey will also delve into quilting concepts, sharing insider tips and techniques to enhance your quilting prowess. With her guidance, you'll deepen your comprehension of quilt construction and design fundamentals, empowering you to create with confidence.
Throughout the workshop, you'll have the chance to engage hands-on and complete a segment of the Mobius Radial Quilt directly in class. By the conclusion of the session, you'll be well-equipped to embark on the journey of crafting your very own stunning 30 x 30-inch masterpiece.
Don't let this opportunity pass you by! Secure your spot now and embark on a transformative creative journey alongside Audrey Esaray. Please note that the pattern must be purchased separately to participate in the workshop.
Special CAQG member pricing until May 2 is $40.
For more information follow these links.
SIYOB Retreats
Retreats have been scheduled at the Elks Hall for the dates and times specified below. The fee is $40.00. Perhaps you can only attend 2 or 3 days and that is just fine. The atmosphere is casual and participants are free to come and go. Contact Dariel D. or Judy D. for more info.
Registrations are limited to a total of 25!
Reminder: Registrants unable to attend are responsible for finding a replacement. Refunds will not be provided by the Guild.
April 27-30 SIYOB Retreat
Saturday, Apr. 27 3:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Sunday, Apr. 28 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Monday, Apr. 29 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Tuesday, Apr. 30 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Fat Quarter Days 2024 - registration now open!
Rescheduled Necessary Clutch Session – This is a full day project so Cheryl would like all participants to use cotton fabric. No cork, fake leather or vinyl please. The pattern and hardware are available thru Emmaline’s.
Date: Saturday, April 6
Time: 9:00 am till 4:00 pm
Location: Knights of Columbus
Instructor: Cheryl Whitten
Cost: $15.00 8 spots left for this class!
April Fat Quarter Stack April 12-13, 2024
Session 1 – Iron Caddy. Tired of packing up a hot iron after a retreat or sew day. Construct a handy iron caddy
Date: Friday April 12
Time: 9:00am till 12 noon
Location: Knights of Columbus
Instructor: Brenda Upton
Cost: 10.00
Session 2 – Machine Quilting in Sections. We will look at how to break your quilt into small section you can quilt on your domestic sewing machine and ways to join these pieces together.
Date: Friday April 12
Time: 1:00 pm till 4:00 pm
Location: Knights of Columbus
Instructor: Linda Carver
Cost: 10.00
Saturday April 13 The following two classes are full thus registration for them is closed.
Session 3 - Rescheduled needle garage
Date: Saturday April 13
Time: 9:00am till 12 noon
Location: Knights of Columbus
Instructor: Colleen Ward
Cost: $10.00 If planning to take all the April sessions see Full Package Option
Session 4 – Rescheduled placemat class
Date: Saturday April 13
Time: 1pm till 4:00
Location: Knights of Columbus
Instructor: Wendy Litchi
Cost: $10.00 If planning to take all the April sessions see Full Package Option
Session 1 - $10.00
Session 2 - $10.00
Session 1 and 2 - $15.00
In-Person Sew Days
Now Accepting Online Registrations!
Next meet-up: April 9. $10 per session.
Location: Knights of Columbus Hall
Sew Days are back! Join Susan Apperley 8 am-5 pm @ Knights Of Columbus Hall. Bring your own project and supplies. Irons and cutting mats are available on site.
Contact: Susan Apperley
September Gull Lake Retreat
A retreat has been booked at Gull Lake Centre for September 26-29, 2024.
Registration Fee is $325.00 for members who register on or before May 15th . Effective May 16th the registration fee will increase to $350.00 for members.
The initial deposit to hold your spot is $165.00 payable upon registration; balance of $160.00 is payable no later than September 15th .
NOTE: The Fee includes meals. Participants must provide their own bedding and towels.
September Retreat update.
The future retreat committee has confirmed that the venue, price and dates will remain the same as previously advertised.
Please contact Susan Apperley if you have questions, concerns or comments.
Virtual Sew Days
Next meet-up: March 20 (Third Wednesday of each month) @ 10 AM - 4 PM
Location: Zoom - watch Facebook for the link.
Contact: Programs for information.
Sew X - Virtual Retreats
Save the Date: February 23-24 Watch Facebook for Zoom link.
Care Quilting
This group meets twice a month (second and fourth Wednesday of each month) and is always looking for helpers to quilt the quilt sandwiches they prepare. If you are interested in contributing to the objective of the guild in this way, please reach out to Elaine Coumont.
Next Meet Ups: March 13, 27.
Threadheads
Embroidery group meets virtually second Tuesday of each month. Watch Facebook for Zoom link.
The Programs Committee
Programs is seeking new members to help organize and run the many great events they offer our members. Please email Programs.