Category Archives: Exhibitions

Covid Quiltwest Wrap Up

Posted on December 15, 2020 by waquiltersblogboss

Thank you to Pat Forster for the following file. You will remember I posted my own photos of the Covid Quiltwest exhibition held in October. However, you can now click on the following link, which will take you to our … Continue reading →

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Quiltwest 2021

Posted on December 14, 2020 by waquiltersblogboss

Thank you to Shelia Pye for passing on this information. If you are planning on making and entering a quilt in next year’s exhibition, you will certainly need to have all the relevant information, which can be obtained below. The … Continue reading →

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Introducing Helen Dalgleish

Posted on November 26, 2020 by waquiltersblogboss

I have been fortunate enough to see many different quilts and styles of quilts, since I moved to Perth. It has also been a joy to meet the makers.  I have seen a few of Helen’s quilts in the last … Continue reading →

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Lyrical Stitch

Posted on November 20, 2020 by waquiltersblogboss

This fabulous exhibition features the wonderful work of Marjorie Coleman with over 100 quilts on display. Now in her 90th year the solo exhibition spans five decades and celebrates the creative life of Majorie. The exhibition finishes on Saturday November … Continue reading →

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Cockman House – you are invited

Posted on November 19, 2020 by waquiltersblogboss

Take this opportunity to visit the historic Cockman House and gather inspiration for the 2021 WAQA Quilt Challenge. Bring your camera, sketchbook and picnic and enjoy the morning in the picturesque house and gardens. Please note no refreshments are available … Continue reading →

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Cockman House Challenge 2021

Posted on November 14, 2020 by waquiltersblogboss

2021 marks the inaugural Indian Ocean Craft Triennial – festival of contemporary craft. WAQA members have been invited to exhibit quilts at Wanneroo Gallery and Museum as part of the festival. The theme in 2021 is ‘Curiosity and Ritual of … Continue reading →

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FAMILY BOABS…….The Story

Posted on October 25, 2020 by waquiltersblogboss

Story of Family Boabs          Judith Wilton This quilt was a 4 year journey from idea to completion. When my nephew announced his engagement I offered to make a quilt as their wedding present. I presumed it would be very modern … Continue reading →

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and … that’s a wrap! Exhibition -Part 3.

Posted on October 20, 2020 by waquiltersblogboss

A message today from our new WAQA President who says, “What an amazing weekend. Beautiful quilts, fabulous fare, our amazing retail sponsors and so many happy members. This event was supported by an army of volunteers.  Thank you to all!  … Continue reading →

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Exhibition Excellence – Part 2

Posted on October 17, 2020 by waquiltersblogboss

More photos for you to enjoy. Part 3 to follow on Monday. Hope you are enjoying all of these wonderful quilts.

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Exhibition Excellence – Part 1

Posted on October 15, 2020 by waquiltersblogboss

Wow, what a wonderful weekend and such a joy to see so many beautiful quilts on display.  The exhibition was a lot smaller than then the usual big space of the Convention centre, but this did not detract from them … Continue reading →

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