Author: Y. Bilan-WallaceIn Part 1, I explored how quilt blocks and designs serve as symbols of repurposing, rebirth, memory preservation, and storytelling. Patterns and meanings in textiles trace back through human history—perhaps even as far as the earliest cave...

Author: Y. Bilan-WallaceI would describe my quilting style as a blend of art and improvisation. My work often incorporates felting and unconventional materials—such as plants, dirt, and other natural elements—to create unique prints and textures. While I deeply admire...

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, quilting has long been rooted in resourcefulness—recycling and repurposing fabric out of...

Whether you have created or are purchasing an heirloom quilt, Norwex laundry products will ensure that it is cared for in the proper manner. Our laundry solutions are created without harmful chemical ingredients assuring you of the cleanest clean available.I have been...

EDQG Quilt Festival BlogOh Canada, Traditional Quilt Blocks Envisionedby: Y. Bilan-WallacePhoto by Daniel Joseph Petty: (link to photo)Photo of Kayak by Jamie Reimer (Link)Photo of Nigara Falls by Pixabay (Link)One quilter's collection of blocks inspired by her...

Image: Sisters Camp Quilt by R. Funk (displayed at the 2023 Quilt Festival)In an era dominated by mass production, the true cost of handcrafted items, such as quilts, often goes unnoticed. In a world that often prioritizes speed and affordability over craftsmanship,...

Don is one half of the Dolyn Enterprises duo.  Lynn runs Prairie Points Quilt Shop, on their beautiful rural property, while Don does the amazing handmade wooden quilter’s aids for the shop.  From Clappers to Thread Stands, Stitcher’s Caddies to Magnetic Pin holders,...