2016 Quilt Block Challenge

Twenty five blocks were received for the 2016 Quilt Block Challenge. Quilters found many different ways to interpret a,' Square in a Square. 'One block came from Manitoba. This quilt will hang  at the Schoolhouse Theatre during the show and will be auctioned at the Relief Sale, Saturday May 28th.

2016 Brochure

The 2016  brochure is available.  Check out the wonderful selection of events. This information is also available on line www.stjacobs.com  Quilt and Fibre Art Fibre Art Festival. Joanne is still working on the web site.This site has some wonderful photos depicting each event.

2016 IPM

The 2016 International Plowing Match will be held near Harriston,Wellington County September 20-24.The Quilt Committee has been very busy making the Quilt Block Challenge Quilts,'Thirty Shades of Green,' and preparing a list of entries for the quilt competition. An invitation is extended to all quilters  to complete. Check the website quilt@ipm2016.com. Hope to see your entry at the Harriston Curling Club Quilt Show.

2016 Block Challenge

The 2016 block challenge blocks are due. The theme 'a Square in a Square' provided an opportunity for quilters to stay with a traditional look or go modern. Using a plain coloured cotton fabric, variety should prevail. This quilt will be assembled and machine quilted. It will be displayed at the St. Jacobs

Quilt Festival the last week of May. On Saturday, May 28th it will be auctioned at the New Hamburg Relief Sale.

2016 Calendar of Events

The 2016 Calendar of Events has been posted. Detailed information and photos will be posted soon. Plan to visit  St. Jacobs, May 24-28 to experience a variety of quilt activities.There are a few surprises. Visit our website www.stjacobs.com

Winter- CQA

The winter edition of CQA contains an interesting article entitled,'Modern Debut St. Jacobs Quilt Festival.It provides an overview of the 2015 quilt show highlighting modern quilts at the different venues.There is also an article called, 'Modern Kickoff!' It features The Grand River Mod Squad. Several photos are included.

Winter

Happy 2016. Winter has finally arrived today with white-out conditions. This is a great time to dig out some new or old sewing projects.The St. Jacobs Quilt Committee welcomes new quilters at the Schoolhouse, May 24-28.

 Enjoy this beautiful winter scene designed by Diane Stewart , Blind River.