NS Fibre Arts Festival: June 2023

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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