Western North Carolina Quilters Guild upcoming events

September Guild Meeting (September 17, 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Bringing the Virginia Quilt Museum to You

Meet Alicia Thomas, Executive Director, and learn more about the collections and activities of the Virginia Quilt Museum.

Located in the historic Silver Lake Mill in Dayton, Virgina, the museum celebrates the rich heritage of quilting in Virginia. Nestled in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley, the museum promotes a unique blend of art and cultural heritage. Historical, modern, art, and traditional quilts are featured simultaneously, allowing visitors the opportunity to explore the variety of styles, techniques, themes, and artistry found in quilts.

In addition to exhibits, the museum offers classes, lectures on historical quilts, and workshops. The museum also welcome groups for a special tour. Perhaps an idea for a future field trip!

All members, guests, and curious quilters are invited to attend guild meetings. The business meetings starts promptly at 10:00 am. For a special treat arrive 30 minutes early to shop the "rehome" table for quilting treasures!

The official social butterflies, i.e. Social Committee chairpersons, great all attendees as they arrive. All are invited to attend lunch after the meeting. Reservations for lunch, at a local restaurant, may be made at the meeting. Those attending are responsible for purchasing their own lunch.

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October Guild Meeting (October 15, 2026)

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Maker's Medley Fast Track

6 Experts. 6 Techniques. Sharing and Learning!

Put on your walking shoes!

The Maker's Medley Fast Track program will feature six of our talented members showcasing various quilting-related techniques. Here is the workout format:

Participants will be divided into six groups.
The course will be six tables with seating at each.
Each group will be assigned its first table.
At the starting bell, there will be a 12-minute general overview of the technique at the table.
Upon the next bell, each group will move to the next table on the right, (i.e. 1 → 2; 2 → 3; 6 → 1).
Repeat Step 5 until each group has visited each table.

EVERYONE IS A WINNER!

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Fall 3-Day Sleep-at-Home Retreat (2026) (October 27, 2026)

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

SAVE THE DATES

WHEN: October 27, 28, & 29 (8:00 am to 4:00 pm)

WHERE: Bonclarken Conference Center

The fall retreat is a great time to join other quilters to sit and sew personal projects with dedicated space for this 3-day event. Be sure to mark your calendars! You will not want to miss connecting with other quilters!

MEMBER REGISTRATION opens September 1, 2026.
NON-MEMBER REGISTRATION opens October 1, 2026.

November Guild Meeting (November 19, 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Meet Audra Rasnake - Award-Winning Hand Quilt-Maker

Audra Rasnake is a fourth-generation quilter and grew up literally under a quilt frame. She's been hand quilting for more than 30 years and has been doing needle turn applique for 20 years. She considers herself a traditional quilter and has a passion for sharing needle turn applique and hand quilting, as she wants this incredible art form to have a revival.

Audra has won multiple AQS ribbons for her hand quilting. One of her greatest passions is folded cutwork. She uses applique in every quilt she makes. Audra enjoys helping beginners overcome their fear of the dreaded "A" word.

There will be an afternoon workshop after the meeting from 1:00 to 4:00.

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Holiday Gathering - December 2026 (December 10, 2026)

Thu, 10 Dec 2026 15:00:00 GMT

SAVE THE DATE

WHEN: December 10, 2026

TIME: 10:00 am

WHERE: Grace Lutheran Church (regular meeting room)

New this year...the annual Holiday Gathering will be in the regular meeting room. The larger space will accommodate as many guild members as possible.

Be sure to mark your calendar! You will not want to miss this year-end event!!!