About the 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.

A Newsletter is published nine times per year and all current members will receive it approximately one week prior to the monthly meeting.  It is also available on the website.

The guild maintains a Library of quilt related books and magazines that are available to members.  These books have been donated by individuals and publishers or purchased by the guild.

The guild participates in a variety of Community Service projects throughout the year.  To support the community service projects, there are various sewing days to get the donation quilts completed.

The EDQG hosts two weekend Retreats a year in the spring and the fall.  They are held at Camp He Ho Ha on Lake Isle.  There are also UFO (Unfinished Objects) Sewing Days.

EDQG has monetary Guild Grants are available to members to attend educational opportunities.

Our Monthly Meetings include a guest speaker.  There is also an annual special weekend workshop taught by a professional guest quilter.  Check the Program link for a detailed list of speakers, events and workshops.

Presently, the guild is holding hybrid meetings (in-person and via Zoom).

For more information on becoming a member of the EDQG, please check out our Membership page.

Our Vision

Sharing the heART of Quiltmaking

Our Values

Fun

Acceptance

Creativity

Trust

Sharing

Our Mission

To celebrate, preserve the history of and, promote the future of quilt making in our community through education, encouragement, fellowship, and service.