Apr 11, 2025
Quilt Festival Blog A Journey Through Quilting History Author: Y. Bilan-Wallace Part Three A Mosaic of People and Beliefs in Quilt Blocks By choice or by force, the migration of people to North America has left a rich legacy of quilt patterns that blend old-world...
Apr 10, 2025
EDQG Bee Groups Bee Groups give us the opportunity to connect in small groups with other like-minded quilters, and share learning experiences, and be inspired by each other. Designed by macrovector_official / Freepik If you would like to add a write up on a Bee Group...
Apr 9, 2025
Quilt Festival Blog A Journey Through Quilting History Author: Y. Bilan-Wallace Part Two Symbolism in Textiles and Quilts A Legacy of Protection, Memory, and Storytelling In Part 1, I explored how quilt blocks and designs serve as symbols of repurposing, rebirth,...
Apr 9, 2025
Quilt Festival Blog A Journey Through Quilting History Author: Y. Bilan-Wallace Part One A Journey Through Quilting History I would describe my quilting style as a blend of art and improvisation. My work often incorporates felting and unconventional materials—such as...
Apr 6, 2025
Upcoming Schedule of History Articles Quilt Festival Blog A Journey Through Quilting History This year’s festival theme, “Honour the Past, Embrace the Future,” has led me to reflect on quilting’s rich history. While we often speak of sustainability as a modern goal,...
