Out and about

Hello everyone. 

The only quilt event on this weekend is the AUSTRALIAN QUILTERS ASSOCIATION INC EVENT: AQUIP - "Water, Warp and Weft" which finishes up on Saturday:
When: November 14th -December 21st
Where: Whitehorse Art Space, Whitehorse Road, Box Hill.

Christmas is only 6 sleeps away (yikes!!) which means this will be the last out and about post for this year.  The year has gone fast.
 
Wishing all our readers a very merry Christmas and a happy new year.  Stay safe and see you in 2014!

Out and about

Hello everyone!  I'm a day late I'm afraid.  I was hoping it was still Thursday, but no such luck.  Apologies for the delay in posting.!

The only quilt event on this weekend is the AUSTRALIAN QUILTERS ASSOCIATION INC EVENT: AQUIP - "Water, Warp and Weft" which is still running:
When: November 14th -December 21st
Where: Whitehorse Art Space, Whitehorse Road, Box Hill.

Christmas isn't far away now and it's getting a bit mad out in the shops.  Here's hoping that the Christmas madness isn't getting to you and all is calm and good!

Have a great week.

Out and about

Hello everyone.
Its a wet and cold day here in Melbourne.  We were sweltering earlier in the week with 36 degrees and today, well, it's hailing and about 13 degrees as I type.  Crazy.

Anyway, quilt shows for this weekend are limited to the AUSTRALIAN QUILTERS ASOCIATION INC EVENT: AQUIP - "Water, Warp and Weft" which is still running:
When: November 14th -December 21st
Where: Whitehorse Art Space, Whitehorse Road, Box Hill

There's only 20 sleeps til Christmas day so if you haven't already done so, it's time to get into gear for present shopping (and even making??) as well as thinking about all that glorious Christmas food!

Until next week, try and stay dry, warm and sane.
Thanks for reading!

Out and about

Hello everyone!

It's Thursday again, and this week I'm onto it!

This upcoming weekend sees the following quilt show being held in Ivanhoe:

PATCHWORKERS and QUILTERS GUILD OF VICTORIA INC EXHIBITION
When: 30th November-10am-5pm; 1st December 10am-4pm.
Where: Ivalda Masonic Centre, 40 Salisbury Avenue, Ivanhoe.
Refreshments and shopping available.

Also, the AUSTRALIAN QUILTERS ASSOCIATION INC EVENT: AQUIP - "Water, Warp and Weft" is still running:
When: November 14th -December 21st
Where: Whitehorse Art Space, Whitehorse Road, Box Hill.
(Dates courtesy of Victorian Quilters Inc.)

Another important event to let you know about is a very special one being held this Saturday, and it's very close to The Patchwork Gallery Quilt Group's heart: Black Saturday - The Tree Project.  The completed Tree will be unveiled this Saturday from 1pm - 4pm at the Whittlesea Showgrounds.  Click on the link above for more details. Our quilt group has a leaf on the tree in memory of all that was lost in those devastating fires in 2009.

Whatever you get up to this weekend, enjoy it!

Out and about

Hello everyone.
I think the title of this post should be "I'm late, I'm late for a very important date!". 

In the pre-silly season madness and fast pace with which the days are slipping by, I only realised today was Saturday which meant I forgot to post this week's out and about before the weekend.  Please accept my apologies! 

Fortunately, the following quilt event is running tomorrow:

GEELONG PATCHWORK and QUILTERS GUILD INC EXHIBITION 2013
When: 22 - 24th November; 10am -4.30pm
Where: Deakin Waterfront Campus Geelong, Gheringhap Street, Geelong
Entry: $8.00

Special features: This is a biennial event and features the work of guild members. A wide range of contemporary and traditional quilts will be on display, including this year, a special project: Envisioning Geelong.

Also, the Australian Quilters Association Inc event : AQUIP - "Water, Warp and Weft" is still running:
When: November 14th -December 21st
Where: Whitehorse Art Space, Whitehorse Road, Box Hill

Have a great rest of the week and I'll see you next Thursday!

Out and about

Hello everyone!

There are two quilt shows being held in and not far from Melbourne this weekend:

AUSTRALIAN QUILTERS ASSOCIATION INC
Event: Australian Quilts in Public Places - "Water, Warp and Weft"
When: November 14th -December 21st
Where: Whitehorse Art Space, Whitehorse Road, Box Hill
For further details on times and cost you can call Pam Hammer (03) 9873 4371

MORNINGTON PENINSULA
PATCHWORKERS PATCHED IMAGES 2013 EXHIBITION
When: 16th & 17th November
Time: Sat 16th Nov: 10am - 5pm. Sun 17th Nov 10am - 4pm
Where: Marjorie Williams Centre, Toorak College, Old Mornington Road, Mt Eliza
Entry: $5.00; light refreshments available, trading tables and demonstrations

The quilt group is having its Christmas party this Saturday instead of its usual group meeting (we are getting in early!!).  The year has gone quick but it will be great to have everyone together to celebrate both personal and group achievements from this year and discuss projects for the upcoming year!

Have a great weekend.

Out and about

Hello everyone!

Well this week's out and about post will be a very short one as there aren't any quilt shows or exhibitions being held around Victoria this upcoming weekend.  Maybe its a sign to get to work at home on our own quilt projects??

Anyhoo, regardless of what you get up to this weekend, make sure it's a good one.

Thanks for reading!

Out and about

Hello!

This weekend sees only one quilt show if you are looking for a road trip:

The BALLAARAT QUILTERS BIENNIAL EXHIBITION 2013When: 2nd & 3rd November, 10am - 4pm
Where: Ballarat Mining Exchange, 12 Lydiard Street North, Ballarat
Entry: $6.00
Over 100 quilts on display - traditional & modern; light refreshments available and trade stalls

It sounds like a good one.
Have a great weekend and thanks for reading!

 

Out and About

Hello!

There aren't a lot of independent quilt shows on this weekend, however, there is the Stitches and Craft Show being held in Melbourne at Caulfield Racecourse (directions here).  The show runs from today until Sunday (10am - 4.30pm) and they have all manner of crafting and stitching goodness at this show as well as a quilting trunk show from members of the international art quilt group SAQA (Studio Art Quilt Associates) on display.  Have a look at the Stitches and Craft Show website to get all the details.

Have a great rest of the week and thanks for reading.

Need a new quilt project?

Then all you need to do is head down to your local Spotlight and get a copy of the most recent Project Patchwork. 

I'm not sure if this is a regular publication, but the reason we are promoting it here is because our very own Deb Layt has a beautiful quilt project in it.

 

The full instructions are in the book and it only costs $0.99.  Bargain!!  It also has a heap of other projects.  For a full look at the quilt click here.

 

Thanks for reading!



October 2013 group meet

Hello everyone!
It's been a windy and warm day here in Melbourne, and it's not even summer yet.  Just a taste of things to come it seems.

Yesterday the group met up for its monthly meeting in Lower Plenty. 

First things first - congratulations are in order to two of our members, Robyn and Deb as they both had quilts on the inside cover of the latest Vic Quilters Inc. magazine!! 

Robyn and Deb's quilts are the top 2 (respectively)

We also had a random draw for the latest challenge blocks which were all collated and packaged up.  It was a bit like Christmas given our packages were all lovingly wrapped up and we had no idea whose blocks we were going to get.  So the challenge is now on to turn those blocks into some lovely quilts. 

There wasn't as much on for show and tell as usual but still some lovely things to look at and admire.

 The Banksia Palliative Care memorial quilt has been finished and will be presented to them shortly.  It will then be available for families to place a memorial "leaf" on the tree to represent loved ones who have received support from the centre.

 

 Sue showed us her turtle applique which she undertook at a workshop at the recent Taupo, New Zealand sewing convention.  Its still a work in progress but looks beautiful

 

 Another of Sue's work undertaken at the sewing convention which comprises organza flowers which have been soldered together!  So delicate and intricate

 

 Another of Sue's creations - a glasses case

 

 Therese had a stunning sampler quilt which she created using the Westalee rulers system.  It was quilted by our own Leanne Kaufmann

 

 and a close up of Therese's precise patchwork skills and Leanne's amazing quilting

 

 Therese had another quilt that showcased her family's history.  Based on a Quiltmania pattern she created this quilt using her dad's ties (the dark central squares), club badges from both her parents, old building keys from when her dad was a builder and buttons from her grandfather who fought in Gallipoli.  It was beautiful and sentimental

 

 We got another look at Robyn's "stepping stones" quilt which is at the basting stage (done by Leanne Kaufmann)

 

 New member Judy had this lovely 3d windmill quilt which she made for her niece

 

 We also got to see Judy's textures and tucks quilts which she has been doing in class with Deb.  It looked amazing!!!

 

 and a close up of Judy's lovely work

 

 Ruth had a bright and geometric (is there a tessellation in there???!) community quilt

 

 and a close up of Ruth's quilting - especially the brilliant use of her machine's decorative stitches in the border

 

 Ruth's 2012 finished challenge quilt

 

 Linda's WIP applique block from the Wind in the Whiskers block of the month quilt

 

 Helen E's Christmas quilt - its not that far away!

 

Helen's crocheted owls - just for something different!

 



And last but not least, we thought we would show you the flyer from the Eastern Palliative Care quilt show.  I appreciate the show is over but it does give you an insight to the thinking behind their (recent) show and the one they are planning for next year (click on the photo for a larger view):

That's about all for now.  Until next time, take care and thanks for reading!

Out and about

Hello everyone.
Are you keen to get out and about and take in some quilting inspiration?  If so, there are a few quilt shows being held around the State:

Goldfield Quilters Quilt In
When: 19th October; 10am - 4pm
Where: Campbell's Creek Community Centre, Elizabeth Street, Campbell's Creek
Guest Speaker: Linda Steele
Morning and afternoon teas will be provided. Soup will be available for $2.00 per mug at lunch time. BYO lunch and mug.
There will be a raffle of a quilt made by one of the group's members and lucky door prizes

Eastern Palliative Care Quilt Show - 'Quilts Loved and Used'
When: 18th - 19th October; 10am - 4.30pm
Where: Nunawading Uniting Church, 361 Whitehorse Road, Nunawading
Entry: $5.00
Refreshments and shopping opportunities as well as beautiful quilts.

An Evening with Dr Annette Gero
Dr Annette Gero will speak about "The Soul of Old Quilts in Women's Lives". Slide presentation and quilts are included.
When: Friday 18th October; 7.30pm
Where: Nunawading Uniting Church, 361 Whitehorse Road, Nunawading
Entry: $25.00. Tickets are available from Eastern Palliative Care. Entry includes refreshment, a light supper and an opportunity to view the exhibition. Booking strongly recommended.
Contact: Louise Hogan on 1300130813

North East Quilt Display Benalla
When: Sunday 20th October; 10am - 5pm
Where: Benalla Racecourse, Shepparton Road, Benalla
Entry: $5.00
Special display of quilts; Diverse range old and new; Traders and raffle; Morning and afternoon teas; Light lunch and bar available
All proceeds to Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Foundation North East Branch

(Details courtesy of Victorian Quilters Inc.)

Our group meets this weekend so we will have an update of what we have been up to early next week.

Have a great weekend!

Out and about

Hello everyone!

Just a quick post for anyone heading towards Kilmore this weekend.  The Kilmore Quilters Exhibition is being held this Saturday and Sunday. 

Where: Kilmore Memorial Hall, Sydney Street, Kilmore
Time: 10am -4pm daily
Entry: $5.00.  Refreshments available.

Have a great weekend!

Info and updates

Hello everyone!

Well October is here and there are heaps of things going on that you might be interested in.

News

One project that is very dear to TPG's heart is the Tree Project. By way of background, after the devastating 7 February 2009 Victorian bushfires the Australian Blacksmiths Association (Victoria) set out to create a forged gumtree which would be a memorial to the people who lost their lives in the bushfires, to honour the tireless people who defended others and to stand as a symbol of regeneration for the community.  
TPG quilt group has sponsored a leaf to be added to the tree.
Unfortunately, the factory open day was a couple of weeks ago but you can read all about the project and keep up to date with its progress here: https://www.facebook.com/BlacksmithTreeProject.  It is an incredibly worthy cause and will be amazing once the tree is complete and in place.

Do you have a group of keen sewers that would like to escape to the Victorian bush for a weekend and just sew for the whole time??? Sounds idyllic doesn't it! Well if you are, new retreat accommodation, the Shearing Shed Retreat, has just opened up in Seymour about 100kms north of Melbourne.  Here is the flyer for it:

Quilting and textile things to do

If you have some free time this weekend here are a few things to keep you both occupied and inspired!:

 

Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries:  If you love Miss Fisher's clothes then you can head down to Ripponlea House and Gardens in Elsternwick (Victoria) to see the exhibition of Miss Phryne Fisher's costumes. Apparently the costumes are fantastic and well worth the visit.  Check out the website for full information:  http://www.ripponleaestate.com.au/

Rich River Quilters & Friends Inc. Quilt Exhibition:
Where: Moama Anglican Grammar School Multipurpose Room, 2 Kirchhofer Road, Moama NSW 2731
When: Saturday 5th October & Sunday 6th October
Time: 10am - 4pm
Entry: $5.00
Featuring 'Marrakesh Travelling Suitcase Exhibition'

Bacchus Marsh Friendship Quilters Quilt In:
When: Saturday, 5th October 2013
Where: Public Hall, Main Street, Bacchus Marsh
Time: 10am - 4pm
Guest Speaker; Leesa Chandler
Stalls, Raffle, Door Prizes, Show& Tell. Soup $2.00 per mug. Morning & afternoon tea provided
Entry: $5.00
Follow-up Workshop with Leesa Chandler on Sunday 6th October, 9.30am - 3.00pm

Website:  http://www.bacchusquilters.org.au/

 

North of the Yarra Quilters Quilt Exhibition:

When: Saturday 5th - Sunday 6th October
Where: Eltham Community Centre, 801 Main Road, Eltham [Melways 21 J 6]
Time: 10am - 4pm
Morning & afternoon teas available, Traders & raffle

Website: http://notyq.blogspot.com.au/ 

 

Have a great weekend.

 

(Note: all quilting exhibition details are courtesy the Victorian Quilters Inc.)

Gladys' Quilt Exhibition

Hello again.

This post is totally dedicated to Gladys, one of our member's mother-in-law who came along to our group meeting yesterday to showcase some of the quilts she has made over the past 32 years.  She began quilting in 1981 and what we got to see was only a fraction of her quilting work.  About half of the quilts we saw (the first half of photos) were hand pieced, hand appliqued, hand embroidered and/or hand quilted!!  Gladys' work is prolific, stunning and inspirational.  Have a look at what we got to see yesterday (and for close ups just click on the photos to get a better look):

Gladys, if you happen to be reading this post, thank you so much for taking the time to come to our group meeting to show us your amazing quilts and tell us the stories behind them!  A huge thanks also to Therese and Bruce for being the display stands.