Edmonton & District Quilters’ Guild (EDQG)

NOTICE! ATA Closed

The ATA has experienced a number of floods over the summer and is currently under renovation. 

ALL EDQG guild meetings for September 2026 – January 2027 will be via ZOOM.  

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

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The EDQG is a member of Focus on Fibre Art Association (FFAA) and all members of EDQG may access programs and workshops offered by FFAA. Check out their website for all their upcoming events.

EDQG celebrated 45 years in 2024-2025

Next Quilt Festival June 2027!

The guild’s next show will be on June 4-5, 2027

About the EDQG

The Edmonton & District Quilters’ Guild (EDQG) is a non-profit organization that started in 1979 (Incorporation # 50209293) 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

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October 2026 — Édith Choinière

October 2026     Édith ChoinièreQuilt Designer & Textile Artist21 October 2026speakerÉdith Choinière is a Quebec-based quilt designer, textile artist, and educator whose creative journey spans more than four decades. Her passion for quilting began at the...

Library Update – September 2026

Library Update - September 2026Author: Sandra P.,Library ChairWelcome back to a new guild season!  For those new to the guild, our guild library is one of the benefits of guild membership.  We have over 700 books on quilt related topics.  The books are stored in our...

This Month’s Newsletter

Image: Quilt by EPP Bee Group shown at 2025 Quilt show

Recent Posts

Library Update – March 2025

Library Update - March 2025Author: Sandra P.,Library ChairThank you to the supporters of our library raffles, which raise funds to add new books to the library collection.  In February we raised $188.00.  Time for a book shopping trip. Library Book Raffle tickets are...

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Endowment’s 2025 Creative Crafts and Quilters’ Sale

2025 Creative Crafts and Quilter's SaleThe Endowment Committee will be holding a Creative Crafts and Quilter’s Sale as part of the evening’s entertainment at the June AGM and guild’s year end wind up.  What kind of items are we accepting for the garage sale?  Fabric,...

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Raffle Quilts

2025 EDQG Quilt RaffleThe draw occured on September 17, 2025Prize #1 – Wildflower Sampler Quilt    (73” X 87”)Kit donated by Marlene B. Pattern by Lynda Milligan and Nancy Smith (2007) Made and Quilted (on a Domestic machine) by EDQG members 100% Cotton Pieced and...

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Getting to the Quilt Show

Getting to the Quilt FestivalThe Quilt Festival’s new location at the Saville Community Sports (CURLING) Centre is easy to reach, whether you’re driving or taking public transit. 📍 Saville Community Sports CentreAddress: 11610 - 65 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, T6G 2E1Driving...

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About the Quilts

This guide introduces different quilt types, highlighting their unique features and artistic parallels. If you’re an art lover, you’ll find striking similarities between quilting styles and well-known artistic movements.What it is: These quilts use classic patterns...

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Library Update – February 2025

Library Update - February 2025Author: Sandra P.,Library ChairOur January meeting was again busy with many members and guests coming to the meeting in person. Library Book Raffle tickets are $1.00 for a single ticket, or $5.00 for 6 tickets. The money raised goes to...

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Community Service Update — Jan 2025

Community Service Update - January 2025The guild participates in a variety of Community service quilting projects throughout the year and works with other like-minded organizations to provide quilts to those in need.  To this end, and where fabric and other equipment...

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Bulletin Board Highlights

Art Gallery St. Albert Exhibition: The Sky’s the Limit

2026Art Gallery St. Albert ExhibitionJuly 28 to Oct 31, 2026Exhibition Space: Staircase Feature Exhibition In-person tour: July 31 at noonVirtual tour: September 15 at noon on Facebook Live

Quilt Canada Calgary 2027 – Bus Trip Announced!

Quilt Canada Calgary 2027 - Bus Trip Announced!For those who don’t know me, I’m Kim Caskey, an Edmonton-based quilt artist, educator, professional longarm quilter and international Quilt & Textile Tour host. I have been organizing and hosting Quilt & Textile...

Searching for: Wall Hanging Pattern

In Search of: Wall hanging pattern Good afternoon,   I’m looking for a pattern called “A little bit shorter tall tree” quilted wall hanging.   From what I have found looking for it, the original lady has retired last December and I can’t seem to find the...

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