Here are the absolutely stunning raffle quilts that Eastwood Patchwork Quilters. Funds raised from the sale of raffle tickets will go to Special Olympics. Tickets are available from various shop locations and from all members, and of course at our exhibition to be held on the weekend of 3,4,5 May at Brush Farm House in Lawson Street, Eastwood.
EPQ first prize raffle quilt
Raffle quilt centre detail
Time is passing quickly, the exhibition draws nearer. Here’s some information to jog your memory.
The Eastwood Patchwork Quilters exhibition venue is Brush Farm House at Eastwood, once home to Gregory Blaxland the explorer. Coincidentally, the week after our exhibition is the 200th anniversary of Blaxland, Wentworth and Lawson departing on their expedition that eventuated in the first European crossing of the Blue Mountains…………….what a great event to work with our beautiful quilts.
Eastwood Patchwork Quilters has nearly 100 members, our group has been operating continuously for over 25 years and we are proud to still have some original members. This is our 13th biennial exhibition and our 2011 event was a huge success with 140 quilts on display, plus displays of baby quilts and bags. With our raffle and donations we were able to donate $8000 to Achieve Australia.
This year Eastwood Patchwork Quilters is supporting the Special Olympics – an organisation that inspires people with intellectual disability to reach their personal best through regular sport and competition.
Our venue – beautiful Brush Farm House in Eastwood
If any of you know the EPQ Exhibition Secretary, Robyn, you will know that she loves patchwork and she especially loves colour. Perhaps that love started at a very young age. 
Robyn and her mum in front of a very patchwork-like wall made by her dad to match his wife’s umbrella.
EPQ raffle quilt at Material Obsession, Drummoyne
The raffle quilts are looking beautiful and have been displayed in various locations about the city. Currently they are located closer to home- the first prize can be seen at Material Obsession in Rosebery Street Drummoyne. You can link to Kathy’s blog here
Second prize raffle quilt at Hobbysew, Top Ryde
The second prize quilt can be viewed at Hobbysew, Top Ryde.
Proceeds from the raffle of both quilts will benefit Special Olympics.
Chris Jurd Fans Take Note
If anyone is interested there are a couple of vacancies in the Chris Jurd Foundation Piecing Class at Material Obsession on the 2nd Friday of the month from 10am – 3pm
So, this means this week – Friday 12th April
. . . and when you’ve been inspired by our exhibition and need a new challenge you can go on Friday 10th May
Cost is $65 per class, you can do one or more and you can claim you EPQ rebate if not already used.
Robyn Shipton will be there on Monday, so for any enquiries or bookings call 9819-6455
ABSTRACT QUILTS IN COLOUR
LECTURE by GWEN MARSTON
THURSDAY 11 JULY 2013
7pm for 7.30pm
Quilts made in solids have an impressive history. They were the first quilts to be taken seriously as art. In 1971, Amish quilts from the collection of Jonathan Holstein and Gail van der Hoof constituted the first major museum exhibition of quilts shown at the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York.
Using her new abstract quilts as examples, Gwen discusses her work in solids and points out some of the great characteristics inherent in solids.
Gwen’s work in solids began with studies of Amish quilts and she has continued to work with solids over the past 3 decades. In this lecture Gwen talks about Amish quilts and how they have influenced her work. Gwen discusses her new abstract work in solids and points out some of the great characteristics inherent in solids. The lecture is illustrated with quilts from her book Ideas and Inspirations: Abstract Quilts in Solids.
Auditorium, Mary MacKillop Place
7-11 Mount Street
North Sydney NSW 2060 Australia
The nearest train station is North Sydney (5 to 10 minute walk).
There is metered parking in Mount Street and several private car parking stations within walking distance
Public buses stop on Miller Street and the Pacific Highway in North Sydney. We are a five minute walk from the bus stops and two minutes from North Sydney Post Office which is on the corner of Mount Street and Pacific Highway
Proudly brought to you by
Quiltsmith and The Cottage Quiltworks
To book please ring 02 9550 4947 or 02 99974661
Tickets $50.00 – light supper provided.
Quiltmania Diary Dates
Here we are! Eastwood Patchwork Quilters are in the diary dates for the No.93 edition of Quiltmania magazine, Jan/Feb 2013
Quiltmania cover
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Eastwood Patchwork Quilters Exhibition Flyer
Here is the flyer for the Eastwood patchwork Quilters 2013 Exhibition – you will find them at your local patchwork and quilting shop, group and EPQ members
SALE IN STORE AND ON-LINE.
Eastwood Patchwork Quilters have voted Special Olympics as the nominated charity for their 2013 Quilt Exhibition. The following is an excerpt from the Special Olympics Australia website:
Special Olympics is a worldwide movement that inspires people with an intellectual disability to reach their personal best through regular sport and competition.
It is not a single event and it is not just for the elite.
Instead Special Olympics volunteers provide sports opportunities for all people with an intellectual disability regardless of their skills, and they do this every week in communities right across Australia.
While some Special Olympics athletes strive to win medals, others enjoy the chance to get active, have fun, make friends and be part of a family. Whatever their motivation, we cater for them by providing meaningful sports programs delivered within a supportive environment where people with an intellectual disability are accepted and can feel proud.
People with an intellectual disability are often ridiculed, misunderstood, isolated or simply ignored. Yet, with the understanding and support of Special Olympics they discover the skills that allow them to improve their health, develop self-confidence and bring joy to themselves, their families and their community.
So by buying a ticket in our charity quilt raffle you will be helping the kids and adults from Special Olympics. Tickets can be bought from Eastwood Patchwork Quilters members and at our exhibition.
Eastwood Patchwork Quilters Inc. 
