Our Program 2024/2025
Pojagi:
From Ancient Korea to modern Canada
With Elizabeth DeCroos
Part lecture and part trunk show, this fun talk tells my journey from
Canada to Korea and back again. While in Korea, I studied the ancient art of Pojagi, Korean patchwork. Back in Canada, however, the Korean materials are more difficult to find, so I adapted Pojagi techniques to readily-available western materials with some great results.
September OQG Meeting:
Thursday, September 5 at 2 and 7pm
– in person at ICAC
Visitors welcome for one visit only
- $10 at the door.
-contact the Treasurer at Oxfordquiltersguild@gmail.com
Class by Theodora Rijkhoff Ramler
Tammy Sparling
Playing with Colour
Lecture and Trunk Show
Tammy will be presenting an overview on how to pick and play with colour. Tammy will invite questions and interaction. Heads up - this lecture will be on the longer side being 1 to 1.5 hours.
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October OQG Meeting:
Thursday, October 3 at 2 and 7pm
– in person at ICAC
Visitors welcome for one visit per guild year.
- $10 at the door.
Christmas Tree Window Hanging
With Elizabeth DeCroos
Learn another International Quilting Technique! Elizabeth DeCroos lived in Korea for a few years and decided to learn the local Quilting. She loved the look of a totally reversable technique that is used in so many ways. Learn the Pojagi technique and have some fun while making the Christmas Tree (that you will love to use decorating your Living Space this Holiday Season). Perfect for gifts or for those with limited space. Make in green or your favourite colours and choice of size - 20” or 33” square. Her philosophy is that everyone can add joy to their lives by making ordinary things beautiful.
October 5, 2024 at ICAC from 10 am – 1 pm
Cost: $65 member - $75 General Public
Registration begins: March 1, 2024 for ICAC members (April 1 for non members).
Payment is due at time of registration.
For details of registration and payment, please contact: Teresa Scherle at: teresa.scherle@gmail.com.
There is no refund after registration. Finished size: 20″ square or 33″ square
Heather Collins
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JoAnn Classen
Len Adams
presents
VINTAGE MEETS MODERN PRECISION!
Len has spent a lot of time studying and practicing Long Arm and his talk will include that and more! In Len’s own words …
“I am a surface quilting artist with a passion for custom Long Arm Quilting. I appreciate precise piecing and longarm quilting. I collect vintage sewing machines dating back to the 1880’s and appreciate the stitch quality of precision possible with a hand crank machine. On the Long Arm side I appreciate the precision offered by the latest technology giving me the best of both world’s and a unique perspective.” Join us in exploring this world with this talented man
November 8, 2024
10:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.
at ICAC
Heather Collins
Christmas Wish List
Vendors at each meeting to present ideas for a gift under $25.00 and up to $100.00.
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Thursday, December 5 at 2 and 7pm
– in person at ICAC
- Guest welcome to 1 meeting per guild year
- $10 at the door.
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Ana Buzzalino (Alberta)
CREATIVITY DURING TIMES OF COVID (or Stress)
Covid-19 has changed our lives. We have been enveloped in a tsunami of news about the virus. We’ve had to self-isolate, social distance, wash our hands, etc. All that, on top of everything else that’s going on in the world, has taken a toll on our creativity and motivation.
Step into a transformative exploration of creativity and motivation amidst the chaos of the Covid-19 era. In this lecture, we navigate the unprecedented challenges that the pandemic has thrust upon us, disrupting our lives and dampening our creative spirits.
We explore insights and practical tips that not only address the toll that the pandemic has taken on our creativity but also emphasize its profound impact on our overall well-being and mental health.
Through my own experiences, I share ideas that go beyond the challenges of the times, enabling you to stay connected with your innate creativity and empowering you to chart a course towards a brighter, more inspired future
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Thursday, January 9 at 7pm
Over Zoom
Visitors welcome for one visit per guild year.
- $10 -contact the Treasurer at Oxfordquiltersguild@gmail.com
allow at least 48 hours to be add to the list
and receive the zoom link
Quilting Adventure
with Gwen Tracey
This 7 week course will introduce you to many aspects of quilting and give a great foundation to your skills.
January 14, 21, 28, February 11, 18, 25 and March 4 2025
Tuesday evenings from 6 - 8 p.m.
The first week will be an introductory session where we will discuss the terminology needed to navigate this project
The remaining 6 weeks will cover:
-various techniques, both modern blocks and traditional piecing
-assembling the blocks
-making a quilt "sandwich"
-stitching the layers together
-binding the edge
Basic knowledge of your sewing machine would be an asset.
To register and for more information please contact Teresa Scherle at :
There is no refund after registration.
Cost: guild members $90.00 - non members $100.00
Class in person at ICAC
completed quilt size 48 x 72
VICE PRESIDENT DAY QUILT
FEBRUARY 1, 2025
Throw Size: 51" X 59 1/2"Block Size: 8 1/2"
front of quilt
Potluck lunch;
Please remember to bring plates and cutlery
9:30 am. - 3:00 p.m.
In person at ICAC
Cost $15.00 for members
Please contact Lois Wheatley to sign up
back of quilt
Terry Rowland
Scrap Attack
With Terry Rowland
Thursday, February 6, 2025
In this lecture we will discuss where scraps come from and how to organize them so you can use them. Terry will share how she used her scraps to create the 50 Plus projects she will share with you. This colourful presentation should inspire you to create your own scrappy masterpieces. Please join Terry and let her share her love of quilting with all of you.
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Thursday, February 6th at 7 pm – on zoom
Visitors welcome to 1 meeting per guild year - $10
allow at least 72 hrs to make payment and receive the link.
Email – oxfordquiltersguild@gmail.com
Ana Buzzolino
From Sketch to Stitch
Vibrant colours and stunning background
In this class, you will use a sketched design (provided) to free-motion quilt it on the fabric as if you were sketching on a sketch pad. Students will learn how to create stunning backgrounds using stencils and a ruler.
Free-motion techniques will be demonstrated. Once the design is fully quilted, it will be coloured using Inktense pencils. Different techniques will be demonstrated.
February 15, 2025
on Zoom from
10 am – 4 pm
Cost: $95 guild members - $115 non - members
Payment is due at time of registration.
For details of registration and payment, please contact: Teresa Scherle at: teresa.scherle@gmail.com.
There is no refund after registration.
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Oxford Quilters' Guild RETREAT
at Best Western Stoneridge
February 28 and March 1 and 2, 2025 Friday at 9 am - Sunday at 5pm
Best Western Stoneridge, 6675 Burtwhistle Lane, London, (401 and Hwy 4 S)
Cost: Single 489.00 Double 337.00 Triple 286.00
Payments are non refundable but can be transferred to someone else.
We have 40 spaces available.
MEMBERS ONLY REGISTRATION
Members only registration begins on Monday December 9, 2024 Email the following information to judymillard47@hotmail.com Name Email address Phone number Room requirements- single or double Roommates name If your roommate is a non member you can include their name, but they cannot officially register until January 1, 2025. Payment options: etransfer to oxfordquiltersguild@gmail.com (password - Retreat) or make a cheque payable to the Oxford Quilters' Guild and mail to Judy Millard, 11 George St RR #1, Woodstock, ON N4S 7V6 or leave your envelope in my mail slot at the centre.
NON MEMBERS REGISTRATION
Non Members registration begins January 1, 2025 following the same above info
Feb 28, March 1,and 2 2025
RETREAT REGISTRATION FORM
Sacred Cloth – Textiles of Faith
With Susan Purney Mark
Join Susan on a journey of discovery while visiting many of the world's religions to see how they use the fabric, thread and textiles, in the rituals, ceremonies and beliefs. A closer look at the history of our relationship with cloth can bring insight and understanding to all people of faith.
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Thursday, March 6th at7 pm on zoom. Visitors welcome to 1 meeting per guild year - $10
allow at least 72 hours to make payment and receive the link
Email – oxfordquiltersguild@gmail.com
Paul Leger
Paul's Quilting Journey
Thursday, April 3, 2025
To make his first quilt, Paul cut up uniform shirts from his days in the Canadian Armed Forces. Fast forward 34 years and 300 quilts later, Paul is a maker, designer, teacher and Bernina Ambassador. He runs workshops and Sew Days for Quilts of Valour Canada, and he has a lot of fun doing it. Get to know Paul and enjoy his creative inspiration and joyful enthusiasm.
During the Trunk Show, Paul will regale you with his journey in quilting! He'll share many of the quilts he designed. Paul will talk about what inspired him and explain his thought process in making some of his creations and choices.
Meeting - Thursday, April 3rd at 2 and 7pm
– in person at ICAC
Visitors welcome to 1 meeting per guild year - $10 at the door.
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Paul Leger
More Patchwork Illusion
Friday April 4, 2025
In this one day workshop you will learn by using colours with the tips Paul will share, to take a traditional quilt block design and create a 3D illusion patchwork cube. The amazing layouts that can be produced in this way will make great illusion quilts.
Registration begins:
December 5, 2024 for guild members (January 9, 2025 for non members). Payment is due at time of registration.
For details of registration and payment, please contact: Teresa Scherle at:
There is no refund after registration.
Friday April 4, 2025
at ICAC from 9:30 to 3:30 pm
Cost: $80 guild member $90 - non - members
Plus $40.00 kit fee
Our Family Quilt Journey
By Betty Tull and Lynda Earley
(including the work of Jean Stuart {Mom})
Lynda Earley and Betty Tull are the oldest of 5 children that grew up near Mt Brydges.
Enjoy the story of how these ladies developed their passion for Appliqué and Embroidery using skills taught to them by their mother and grandmother from the age of 3 on. This Trunk Show of Family treasures will be enjoyed by all who attend - make sure that you are an attendee!
May 8, 2025
in person at ICAC
2:00 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Guest welcome once per guild year
cost $10:00 at the door
Robin Bogaert
Mosaic Landscape Workshop
Saturday May 24, 2025
Mosaic Landscape - A class to consider a different construction for a landscape quilt. The sky captures the mood of the season & scene & includes mosaic piecing. Based on a book "Radiant Landscapes by Gloria Loughman" *Highly recommended*
You will learn the mosaic method, add decorative thread and a silhouetted appliqué to enhance your work of art. Included in this class is Robin's own unique method to "face an art quilt".
Registration begins: Jan 9, 2025 for members (Feb 6, for non- members)
Payment is due at time of registration.
For registration and payment, please contact Teresa Scherle at: teresa.scherle@gmail.com
There is no refund after registration.
Saturday May 24, 2025
10 am – 4 pm
In person at ICAC
$65 guild members and $80 non member
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June 5, 2025
details to be announced
Summer Quilt
Date and Time to be announced