Edmonton and District Quilters’ Guild

EDQG General News

EDQG Membership is open to anyone with an interest in Quilting!

The EDQG is a member of FFAA and all members of EDQG may access programs and workshops offered by FFAA. Check out their website for all their upcoming events.

The EDQG celebrated 45 years in 2024-2025

About EDQG

The Edmonton & District Quilters’ Guild (EDQG) is a non-profit organization that started in 1979 with 35 members that has grown to over 200 members.

The objectives of the guild are to:

  • To contribute to the knowledge of and to promote the appreciation of fine quilts,
  • To sponsor and support quilting activities,
  • To encourage quilt making and collecting,
  • To contribute to the growth of knowledge of quilting techniques, textiles, patterns,
    history and quilt-makers, through educational meetings, travel, and fellowship.

The EDQG is run by volunteers who oversee the operation of the guild.  The following paragraphs outline a few of the activities of the Guild.

monthly meetings

Third Wednesday of the month (exception December, July and August) at 7pm

ATA (Alberta Teacher’s Association)
11010 142 St NW, Edmonton, AB

Can also attend via Zoom (contact membership@edqg.ca for more information)

mailing address

Edmonton & District Quilters’ Guild
PO BOX 68004 RPO BONNIE DOON
Edmonton, AB T6C 4N6

Email

This Month’s Newsletter

Library Update – June 2025
Library Update – June 2025

Library Update - June 2025Author: Sandra P.,Library ChairAll borrowed books were returned, to be counted in the inventory to be held in the summer. We held our last book raffle of the season. With your support we raised $202.00 to purchase new books. I have already...

Library Update – May 2025
Library Update – May 2025

Library Update - May 2025Author: Sandra P.,Library ChairMay is a busy month for the EDQG Library.  In May all library books should be returned, so we can organize and do an inventory of the books in the summer.  Check your shelves for any of our library books.  They...

May 2025 Cathy Tomm and Betty Manuel
May 2025 Cathy Tomm and Betty Manuel

Cathy Tomm and Betty Manuel are not just daughter and mother; they are “soul sisters” in quilting. For 30 years, they have explored together all aspects of their passion: quilt shows, shop hops, classes, retreats, personal and guild stitch days, and, of course, the...

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Bulletin Board Highlights

Cross Canada Quilt Robin

ROw QUilt Flyer v3 (5)Download Hello! I am a Quebec quilter who is also one of the admin in the Facebook group Canadian Round Robin Quilt.  In 2024, we ran a cross-country quilting round robin, but this coming September to June, we will be running a...

36 Ring Circus Pattern For Sale

Complete package for paper piecing this 72”x72” quilt.  Includes all instructions, all paper piecing pieces; and acrylic templates for cutting out the arches (rings). The pattern and templates retail for $240.  I am selling it for $125. I only completed one block, so...

Wanted: Help to repair a Quilt

I have a duvet with 70 yr. old wool inside a sheet where the wool is all loose and falls to one end of the sheet. I am looking for someone to fix the wool inside so it stays in place.   Lee jasper@telus.net

Land of Dreams Exhibition

The Arts Foundry is usually open Monday to Friday 9-4, closed Sat/Sun.

Quilting Frame and Some Fabrics

I have a wood quilting frame that I would like to get out of my house (I am downsizing). I also have other fabric - not for quilting. If you know of anyone who is interested I would be happy to provide these items. The frame is in very good shape and the fabrics are...

Pfaff Parts Looking for a new home

Pfaff 1222E partsThere are 50 bobbins, light bulb, and a handful of feet. The machine died and wasn’t able to be revived.  Lezlee Tuthill<tolezlee@gmail.com>

Yarn Donation Request

Dear Edmonton & District Quilters’ Guild, I hope this message finds you well! My name is Courtney Higgins, and I’m reaching out on behalf of the Art Gallery of Alberta. We’re currently working on an upcoming exhibition titled Tied Together, which explores the...

Resources for EDQG Members (Zoom and FFAA space)

Resources for EDQG MembersZoom MeetingsFFAA SpaceHold Your Own Zoom MeetingsThe EDQG pays for a ZOOM account in order to hold our monthly guild meetings.  We are able to host up to 99 people per session.  As a paid member of our guild, you have access to the use of...

Membership, Have you created your website account yet?

If you are having difficulties doing so, please check out these documents showing you:
-How to Create an Account.
-How to Reset your Password.
-Information about “Profile” Page

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