QuiltNSW is an inclusive organisation and we welcome everyone. June is Pride month, when the LGBTQIA+ community is celebrated, focusing on visibility, arts and community resilience. It is an appropriate time to share Danuta Aaron’s story about her Qtopia quilt. “In December 2023, I was invited to a thank-you lunch... read more →
Jun
10
Jun
03
How did we decide on the QuiltNSW logo? In 1982, members were invited to submit suggestions for a logo. These were the submitted designs: Click or tap on the photo to enlarge it. Do you see anything familiar there? Members then voted on their favourite design and yes, design 16... read more →
May
18
Danuta Aaron shared these photos of a quilt she made for her 10-year-old grand-daughter, Finley. “She lives in Houston, Texas and has a featured black/white wallpaper wall in her bedroom,” Danuta says. “I made the borders of the quilt to suit her room. She specifically asked for pink, orange and... read more →
Apr
30
Prudence and Brett Bridger We were sad to hear that long-time QuiltNSW member Prudence Bridger died late last year. She was the Treasurer of the Guild for the maximum term allowed under the Constitution and contributed many volunteer hours at exhibitions since she joined the Guild in the 2000s. She... read more →
Apr
16
Giuseppe Ribaudo (better known in the quilting world as Giucy Giuce) will be in Australia exclusively for the QuiltNSW Exhibition in September this year. We asked him some questions so our members can get to know more about this exciting pattern and fabric designer and teacher. “Sewing has always been... read more →
Apr
06
I have a small collection of documents and photos about the early days of QuiltNSW. At one stage, I was considering writing a history of the Guild and people started to give me papers (yes, everything was on paper) they had kept. Having always been interested in the Guild, its... read more →
Mar
16
Sue Cody’s One Earth – One Chance won Bernina Best of Show at the 2025 QuiltNSW Exhibition. She says in the catalogue: “Time to sit beneath the mighty Boab and reflect. To tread lightly on Mother Earth, build ethically, live sustainably, nurture each other and our environment and hand over... read more →
Mar
07
Maitland Patchwork Quilters (MPQ) was awarded the City of Maitland’s Medal in 2026 in recognition of their support for people experiencing homelessness. The volunteers commit their time and skills to making and distributing warm quilts to disadvantaged people. The Council says, “This brings comfort, hope and joy and is truly... read more →