Category Archives: General

Quilting is good for you!

Reposted from Melbourne Modern Quilt Group       December, 2014 It’s official! Quilting is good for your health. That’s the finding of MMQG Inc. member MJ Morris in her thesis “Crafting well-being: A qualitative study on the therapeutic value of quilting and … Continue reading

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Eureka 160

Wednesday 4th December we joined the celebrations of the 160th anniversary of Eureka. The replica flag that members assisted in producing was flown for the first time outside M.A.D.E. (Museum of Australian Democracy at Eureka) at dawn. Many thanks to … Continue reading

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AGM 2014

The 2014 AGM of Ballaarat Quilters was held on 20th September at the G Place. The  committee for 2014-2015 sees all of last year’s committee reelected. President – Sally Wellard Vice President – Jen Mitchell Secretary – Jan Watson Treasurer … Continue reading

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Rules of Ballaarat Quilters Incorporated

You can locate a copy of the current approved rules for BQInc on the members information page.  

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Weaving event at Fine Arts Gallery

As part of all things Scottish at the Ballarat Fine Arts Gallery, this coming weekend  – Tartan Weaving in the Gallery Saturday 7 to Monday 9 June See how traditional handloom weavers turn yarn into cloth as local hand weavers come … Continue reading

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