It is time to display Hallowe'en quilts. 312 Vintage 'Trick or Treat' by Crabapple Hill

is a happy, spooky quilt!' The pumpkin faces are delightful. the fringe on the edge and the use of rick rack makes this quilt unique.

Redwork at the Schoolhouse

Martha Wiens is the 2014 guest artist at the schoolhouse. She is queen of appliqué......and has unbelievable examples. Look for  a Hallowe'en piece ...what patience and great use of colour. Martha comes from Leamington. Sign up for one of Martha's classes to be held at The St. Jacob's Mennonite Church.

Textile Artist

Tracey Lawko is coming to the Village Silos in St. Jacobs the week of the annual quilt festival in May. View her website to take a peek at her beautiful scenes. The round straw bales are exceptional..very countryish!!!
The car quilt always receives rave reviews......it is a head turner!!! Can you identify one quilt pattern?

Mark your Calendar

Time to mark your 2014 calendar. The Quilt and Fibre Art Festival/Waterloo Region and Beyond will be held May 27 to 31st. The St. Jacobs Quilt Board is almost ready to print the brochure. Watch my blog for updates regarding guests, speakers and new events.