Jenni Smith and Liberty at The Festival of Quilts 2021

Our friends at Immediate Live talk to Jenni Smith about her gallery ‘Quilting with Liberty Fabrics‘, at their forthcoming event, The Festival of Quilts 2021. Continue reading →

Collection Focus: Black Pearl, Laura Kemshall

We are looking forward to celebrating the 2021 Festival of Quilts by showcasing our forthcoming exhibition ‘Quilts and their makers’, taking 10 historic quilts and 10 pieces from our contemporary works. Newsletter readers can take a sneak peek in advance, as over the coming months we explore the variety and skill of our makers both past and present, and celebrate their creativity in a selection of the quilts which will be on display. Continue reading →

A Day in the Life of the Membership Team

When you join us, renew your membership, receive the latest issue of The Quilter magazine, find your regional and/or Special Interest Group’s newsletter within your email inbox, book your place to attend the Conference & AGM, or contact us about your membership in any way – then you have had a connection with the Membership Team. Continue reading →

North Country Quilts at The Bowes Museum

The Bowes Museum in Barnard Castle is holding North Country Quilts: In Celebration of New Acquisitions until 9 January 2022. Continue reading →

Bursary winner, Madeline Hibbins-Cline

We are delighted to announce that the 2021 Sue Belton Memorial Prize of £600 has been awarded to member Madeline Hibbins-Cline! Continue reading →

Collection Focus: Mitred Patchwork

Hey Craft!

From 14 – 16 May 2021 join in with the Crafts Council’s nationwide festival of craft participation, Hey Craft! Continue reading →

New category for complete beginners at The Festival of Quilts

The Festival of Quilts and The Quilters’ Guild are opening up their annual competition to first-time quilters with a brand new Complete Beginners category. Continue reading →

Collection Focus: Uncle Tom’s Patchwork Coverlet