Day Three Quilt Show

 The village welcomes visitors with the little quilts hung on flower boxes, window sills and posts....it presents a warm inviting feeling. Visitors love looking at the quilts..and many positive comments are floating about. Tomorrow is the Trunk Show as well as the opening of The Merchant's Mall. Invite a friend..and visit St. Jacobs or other venues mentioned on the website.

The annual volunteer tea was a night filled with fun, laughter, great jokes and awesome tea. Pix Martin wowed the audience with her love of quilting and beautiful examples. Lynn Wolf informed and invited the audience to attend many events. Susan and her kitchen staff poured many cups of tea and plates of colourful treats. See you in St. Jacobs..take time to rest on the rock.

What a difference a day makes....

What a difference a day makes...from an empty slate to a venue full of amazing quilts. Volunteers worked diligently yesterday morning to hang the quilts. Marsha Clarke and her team  created an amazing array of colour in the entrance way.  Susan Parker lugged boxes....the tea tables are adorable with a huge array of artifacts. Last night a fairy performed miracles with her interior decorating skills. Tonight we are ready to officially open the 2013 St. Jacobs Quilt Shows with the Volunteer Tea.
Please come..and enjoy!!

Grandmother's Flower Garden

Stories for the St. Jacobs Quilt Shows are arriving daily. Last night I received Myrtle Renshaw's photo and story. I can hardly wait to see her beautiful appliqued quilt. This wonderful quilter is in her 90's...what an inspiration.

What surprises will I find in my mailbox today!!!

Tea Time

The strawberries are ready! Tea Time in the basement of the St. Jacobs Schoolhouse is always special. There is an opportunity to wear a hat, enjoy a delicious cup of tea and some decadent treats with friends or family members. What fun!

Mount Forest Spring Quilt Show

Yesterday I attended the Mount Forest Quilt Show held at the new Sportsplex. The committee did a wonderful job displaying the quilts in the arena. Colour, choice of pattern, sewing techniques and variety of materials used in the quilts added to the delight. The Merchant's Mall was buzzing with shoppers. The tea tables were decorated with containers of pansies. The atmosphere created by members of the guild was warm and inviting. Congratulations.

Boutique Items

Ladies at The St. Jacobs Mennonite Church have been creating beautiful articles for sale at,' The Boutique' for the week of The St. Jacobs Quilt Festival. New items include- a quilted soup bowl warmer and brooches made from old bobbins. The selection of baby afghans, baby quilts, comforters and knitted dish cloths is delightful. Take your shopping list...and enjoy all the creative talent.