Punch Needle Hooked Rug Workshop

 

It's a Sew-In!

 2023 Nova Scotia Fibre Arts Festival Sew-In

WHO: You and 29 other sewists/quilters

WHAT: 2023 Sew In during the Fibre Arts Festival

WHEN: Wednesday October 11 from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm

WHERE: Arts and Entertainment Centre, Amherst Mall. 

WHY: It’s a chance for us to play, be inspired and inspire our friends. During this informal day, you will have a chance to work on your own projects, doing as little or as much as you wish. 

It will be a fun day, with several draws for prizes, opportunity to participate in a Block Party, a Buy, Sell, or Trade, and a 50/50 draw..  As in past years, Jackie from The Fabric Cupboard will continue with her generous support of the day. 

Peggy Stevens will be providing a short educational demo of  Improv quilt piecing. 

The cost of the day is $35.00. Registration , by email only, begins on June 23rd,2023. Please contact Lynn Bourgeois. bourgeoislynn1946@gmail.com

2023 Nova Scotia Fibre Arts Festival Schedule

Mark your calendars, and book your rooms - the schedule is set!  There will be lots more additions to this line-up (we have all kinds of demonstrations planned!), but for now, the following events have been confirmed for the 2023 Nova Scotia Fibre Arts Festival.  Everything will take place in Amherst, Nova Scotia, during the week of October 10 - 14, 2023.

Week Long Events Tuesday Oct. 10 to Saturday Oct 14:

Not Your Grandmother's Embroidery: Exhibit of Works by Jan Boiduk
Time: 10-3  

Where: Focal Point Gallery, 93 Victoria St. E., Amherst

Free Admission

Tuesday October 10

Intro to Tunisian Crochet Workshop (Part 1 of 2)
Tuesday and Thursday 

Time: 10-1

Where: Four Fathers Library
Teacher: Kathryn Richards
Cost: 75.00 to include all supplies (cost is for two classes)
Register: kathryn.kwkg@gmail.com

Opening Reception:  Meet and Greet

5 - 7 pm

Amherst Train Station

All welcome;  free admission

Wednesday October 11
Sew In
Time: 9-4 

Where: Arts & Entertainment Centre, Amherst Centre Mall, South Albion St
Cost: $35.00
Registration by email only starting on June 22: bourgeoislynn1946@gmail.com

Sunrise Over The Blueberries Mug Rug (½ day Quilt Workshop)
Time: 9:30-12:30

Where: Sunrise Trail Quiltery, 1205 Highway 6, Amherst
Teacher: Joy Rector 
Cost: $30.00 + tax to include kit

Register: dawn.fage@gmail.com

Introduction to Sashiko, Traditional Japanese Embroidery

Time: 9-12, and 1-2 

Where: Focal Point Gallery, 93 Victoria St E, Amherst

Teacher: Jan Boiduk

Cost: $65.00 includes materials

Register: 902-297-1033

Sunrise Over The Blueberries Mug Rug (½ day Quilt Workshop)
Time: 1:30-4:30 

Where: Sunrise Trail Quiltery, 1205 Highway 6, Amherst
Teacher: Joy Rector 
Cost: $30.00 + tax to include kit

Register: dawn.fage@gmail.com

Victoria Quilt’s Open House/Dessert Social
Time: 11-2 

Where: Masonic Hall, 20 Lawrence St., Amherst
Cost: $10.00 

Contact: megould55@gmail.com
Drop in – registration not required

Buds to Blossoms Floral Permanent Botanical Arrangement

Time: 6:30-8:30 

Where: 115 E. Victoria St., Amherst
Cost: $85.00 plus tax
Teacher: Donna White
Register: 902-660-7836 email: donna.budstoblossoms@gmail.com

Twisted Stitchers
Time: 6-8 pm 

Where: Four Fathers Library, 21 Acadia St., Amherst
Drop In

Hooked Rug Show by Dr. Halina Bienkowski
Time: 6-9 pm 

Where: Suite 100, 158 Robert Angus Dr, Amherst
Contact: mama.mamooth@gmail.com
Everyone welcome! Free admission

Thursday October 12

Wool Appliqué Workshop
Time: 10-4 pm 

Where: Arts and Entertainment Centre, Amherst Centre Mall, S Albion St
Teacher: Darlene D’eon
Cost: $65.00 to include kit
Register: 14dadeon@gmail.com

Punch Needle Rug Hooking Workshop (2 day workshop)
Time: 10-4 (Part 1 of 2) 

Where: Christ Church, 5 Lawrence St, Amherst
Teacher: Kevin LeMoine
Cost: $165.00 to include pattern and wool (cost is for two classes)
Register: Phone - 506-577-4424 Email - kevinlemoine506@yahoo.ca

Binding and Finishing Your Rugs

Time: 1-3 pm

Where:  Deanne Fitzpatrick Studio

Teacher: Nora

Cost: $39.95 + tax (supplies extra) Includes tea and oatcakes

Register www.hookingrugs.com or call 1-800-328-7756. Payment on registration.

There will be a non refundable deposit of $20

Intro to Tunisian Crochet Workshop (Part 2 of 2)
Tuesday and Thursday 

Time: 10-1

Where: Four Fathers Library
Teacher: Kathryn Richards
Cost: 75.00 to include all supplies (cost is for two classes)
Register: kathryn.kwkg@gmail.com

Practical Weaving Math Workshop
Time: 5-8 pm  

Where: Christ Church, 5 Lawrence St, Amherst
Teacher: Rachel Dalton of Brigadoon Farm
Cost: $80.00

Register: brigadoonfarm@outlook.com

Friday October 13

Maritime Experience Rug Show (2 days)

Hosted by the Northport Loopers

Time: 10-7 

Where: Community Credit Union: Business Innovation Centre, 5 Ratchford St
Contact Pauline Verstraten 902-661-9534
Cost: $2.00 

Cumberland Quilters Guild Quilt Show
Time: 10-5 

Where: Sanctuary, First Baptist Church, 90 Victoria St E., Amherst
Cost: Donation
Contact: Gail LeBlanc 902-661-4732

All Things Fibre Exposé
Time: 10-4 

Where: Sanctuary, Christ Church, 5 Lawrence St, Amherst
Cost: To Be Announced

Hooking a Tiny Landscape: Roses in the Field

Time: 10-12 noon

Where: Deanne Fitzpatrick Studio

Teacher: Studio Staff

Cost: $69.95 + tax includes a Complete Kit, Instruction, tea and oatcakes

Register: www.hookingrugs.com or call 1-800-328-7756  Payment on registration.

There will be a non refundable deposit of $20

Beginner Rug Hooking:  Embrace The Fall 

Time: 1pm to 3 pm 

Where: Deanne Fitzpatrick Studio

Teacher: Studio Staff

Cost: $49.95 + tax includes a complete kit, instruction, tea and oatcakes

Register: www.hookingrugs.com or call 1-800-328-7756. Payment on registration.

There will be a non refundable deposit of $20

Punch Needle Rug HookingWorkshop (2 day workshop)
Time: 10-4 (Part 2 of 2) 

Where: Christ Church, 5 Lawrence St, Amherst
Teacher: Kevin LeMoine
Cost: $165.00 to include pattern and wool (cost is for two classes)
Register: Phone - 506-577-4424 Email - kevinlemoine506@yahoo.ca

Cut Glass Pickle Dish Runner (Quilt Workshop)
Time: 9:30-3:30 

Where: Arts and Entertainment Centre, Amherst Centre Mall, S Albion St
Teacher: Karen Neary
Cost $85.00, includes taxes, pattern and printed foundations
Register: karen@karenneary.ca

Quilted Runner Workshop
Time: 9-3 

Where: Wandlyn Inn
Teacher: Debra Howard
Cost: $65.00 + tax includes pattern and fabric, specialty ruler required $29.00 + tax
Register: 902-245-6343

Rigid Heddle Weaving Workshop
Time: 10-4

Where: Christ Church, 5 Lawrence St, Amherst
Teacher: Rachel Dalton
Cost: Class $140.00 +$60.00 for material
Register: brigadoonfarm@outlook.com

Saturday October 14

Maritime Experience Rug Show (2 days)

Hosted by the Northport Loopers

Time: 10-3 

Where: Community Credit Union: Business Innovation Centre, 5 Ratchford St
Contact Pauline Verstraten 902-661-9534
Cost: $2.00

Zonta Bazaar
Time: 10-4 

Where: Lion’s Den, 9 Electric Street, Amherst
Cost: $2.00, Children under 12 are free

Cumberland Quilters Guild Quilt Show
Time: 10-4 

Where: Sanctuary, First Baptist Church, 90 Victoria St E., Amherst
Contact: Gail LeBlanc 902-661-4732

Cost: Donation

2014: Nova Scotia Fibre Arts Festival

 Such a fun week, October 14-18, 2014!

Everyone was sporting one of these cool tote bags:

The brochure grew into a booklet, with 4 very full pages!

These goodies were for sale at the Zonta Bazaar.

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Diann MacDonald taught a class on making beads from fabric,

A beautiful thread-painted hummingbird by Kathy Tidswell.  This was a sample for a class she taught.

This from a class entitled, "Free Motion Quilting For The Absolutely Terrified".

Nova Scotia Fibre Arts Festival: 2013

 We've rounded up lots of pictures to share from this year!

Beaded Moccasin Workshop taught by Ali Squire:

Displays at Dayle's Department Store:

These items were part of a display at the Cumberland County Museum and Archives:

Edie Legere-Cole has taught many workshops at our festival, including this one, "Geometric Hooking"

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Phyllis Cameron taught an Irish Crochet workshop:

Deanne Fitzpatrick and guests presented The Joy of Rug Hooking:

The Opening Celebration is often like "Old Home Week", with participants returning year after year.

Kathy Tidswell was on hand to teach thread painting:

Karen Neary taught two workshops on Free Motion Feathers:

"Spinning Through Time" with Helen Dyer:

There were quilts on display at Christ Church:

...and at the Baptist Church:

One of the highlights of the week is always the vendors at The Zonta Bazaar.