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Quiltmakers of Olympia

We are a community of quilters based in Olympia, Washington who are passionate about all things related to quilting. Our quilting group offers a range of quilt learning activities, from our weekly meetings to retreats. We’re always excited to welcome new members, regardless of experience level. Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned quilter, we invite you to come join us and explore the wonderful world of quilting.

Quilting Group ~ Olympia Washington

About

Welcome!

Quiltmakers of Olympia was founded over 35 years ago with the following purpose:

"...to provide opportunities for members to enjoy fellowship and exchange ideas and techniques for quilting, to show projects they are working on, and to share information about sources for patterns, material, equipment, and publications."

Organized exclusively for charitable, and education purposes within the meaning of section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

Meetings

Meetings and classes start at 9:30 a.m. and end by noon.

The room is open at 9 for socializing and set-up.

We follow the Olympia School District for weather cancellations.

When they are closed or late, there will be no guild meeting.

First Thursday - Techniques

A chance to learn something new, or brush up on your skills and have fun.

Second Thursday - Business Meeting

Potluck, Show & Tell, plus a Free Table

Our largest meeting full of activities.

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Third Thursday - Community Service

A lively morning completing donated quilt tops that are given to local charitable organizations.

Fourth Thursday - Programs

Interesting presentations and classes of all kinds related to quilting.

Fifth Thursday - Board Meeting Plus Open Room for individual projects.

Activities

Community Service
Retreats
Potlucks
Picnic in August
Thurston County Fair
Monthly Sew-Along Projects
Silent Auctions
Christmas Party
Quilt Shows
Raffle Quilts
Classes
Block Exchanges
Mystery Quilts
Free Table
President's Quilt
Quilt Challenges
Show and Tell

Education

What would you like to know about quilting? We love to share skills, collaborative quilt projects, and the latest quilting ideas. The first and fourth meetings of every month are focused on learning. Classes are taught by our talented members consisting of beginners to master quilters. It's the perfect environment to learn and share. Come join us! Visitors are welcome!

Community Service

We sew, tie, label, and decide which organization the quilts will go to from 9:30 until noon on the Third Thursday. Donations total over 300 quilts per year. Please join us.

Habitat for Humanity quilt donation to young boy

Presentation of a quilt from our guild.

Photo Courtesy of Shawna Paxton Photography and South Sound Habitat For Humanity.

We donate to the following organizations.

Thurston County Food Banks
Family Support Center
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SafePlace
North Thurston Schools

The Welcome Room

Various Tiny House Villages
Habitat For Humanity
Foster High School Graduates
The Chaplaincy at St. Peter Hospital
Baby Bank (Olympia Church of Christ)
Union Gospel Mission
MultiCare PNW Hospice Care

We accept donations of completed quilts, quilt tops, quilt quality fabric,

batting, etc. in addition to financial contributions.

For more information about making a donation, please contact us at QuiltmakersofOlympia@Outlook.com.

Upcoming Events

January 23 Programs - Barbara Ridgeway will present What is a Modern Quilt?

This lecture will be the start of a multi month sampler class based on the book Sister Sampler Quilts by AnneMarie Chany. We will be providing instruction on how to make the quilt blocks, and discussion on traditional versus modern quilt design. Different layout options will be reviewed once we are close to completing the blocks. There is a YouTube video that provides an overview and review of the book. The book is available at the library. Members also cited Amazon and Thrift Books as other resources for the book. Barnes and Noble may have it or can order it for you as well. Click HERE for an informative video.

January 30 Board Meeting & Open Sew

February 6 Techniques - Quilt as You Go

February 13 Business Meeting - start time is 9 a.m.

Potluck provided by last names beginning with M-Z

Free Table

Show and Tell

Quilt Raffle - Tickets $1

February 20 Community Service - 9 a.m. until noon

All skills welcome! A fun morning of sewing (bring a machine) tying quilts, pinning quilt layers, or hand sewing quilt labels. Your choice of activities! Quilt tops and completed quilts are always welcome and needed. These quilts are given to our community.

Membership