Day 2

Exciting things happened at The Schoolhouse Theatre this morning. Twenty- seven little children from the St. Jacobs Mennonite Church came to visit. They walked through identifying objects they liked. One little girl spotted a dandelion..and she was bang-on! The children loved their Marble quilt..and had fun finding his/her own. The best part was enjoying a cup of water with lemon, sugar and a delicious snack.
The blooper opened up.What an amazing flower!

Alias Grace visits Volunteer Tea

Kathy Langill was commissioned to make a quilt to resemble the quilt referenced in Alias Grace

written by Margaret Atwood to be used by Netflicks. She shared highlights, frustrations, conflicting visions with a non-quilter boss and highlights. This six-part series will be aired starting September 25, 2017. Watch for Kathy's hand and her quilt.

Volunteer Tea 2017

Tonight marks the  beginning of the 2017 Quilt and Fibre Art Festival. During the week end volunteers worked hard to transform all the venues into beautiful works of art. Tonight the volunteer tea featuring Kathy Langill will be the 'kick off.' Sue  will serve many cups of  tea.
Hope to see you in St. Jacobs wearing a 'quilty smile.'

Quilt Show At St. Marys Museum

The challenge was to use a small piece  of Perth County's new tartan in each square. Approximately twenty squares were received.the st. marts Museum was an excellent venue for this show.

Congrats!

Marble Art Quilt

Enjoy the  magic!

Unveiling

Saturday, May 13th the Marble Art Quilt was unveiled close to the Health Valley Walking Trail. The crowd cheered when they got the first glimpse of this amazing structure. Fortunately the sun shone, the marbles glistened and viewers smiled. Children loved the feel and sound. Visit  St. Jacobs and admire the first outdoor art piece placed in honour of Waterloo quilters.

Daycare Quilt

Each year the St. Jacobs Daycare Centre make a special quilt to be displayed  at the Schoolhouse.this year is no exception. The children made a marble quilt.....and when the children visit they will LOVE it. sue has the tea with lemon and sugar ready as well as some delicious treats.

Marble Art Quilt

The St. Jacobs Quilt Board commissioned an art piece for the village of St. Jacobs. The unveiling will take place at the entrance to the Health Walkway in St. Jacobs at 10:00 am.There will be a short ceremony.Everyone welcome. This is an amazing quilt.

Celebrating Canada's 150th

This year there will be a few quilted pieces celebrating Canada's 150th Anniversary. Fabric manufacturing companies have created some unique collections

representing Canada. Some of the companies have challenged quilters to use their fabrics and design a block. Look for some unique,'Made in Canada,' pieces. Pat Hogerwaard made this Canadian Flag using Val Carey Jenson's pattern,'Maple Leaf Rag.

May is Here!

Happy May! Unfortunately the sun is not shining. The 2017 Quilt and Fibre Art Festival /Waterloo Region is only 23 days away.The excitement is mounting!Tickets are selling quickly for the trunk show with Audrey Vrooman, the bus tickets are nearly sold out and the St. Jacobs Quilt Board has dotted all the,' I's,'and crossed the ,'T's.' Sue has ordered the delicious cookies.Most of the brochures have been distributed. I am frantically binding my last project.Mark your calendar..another unique quilt show is promised.