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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!

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

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"...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

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.

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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

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

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Education

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!

     

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Community Service

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.

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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

  • Options

  • 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.

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Upcoming Events

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

Potluck finger foods provided by last names beginning with M-Z

Free Table

Show and Tell

Quilt Raffle - Tickets $1

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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.

 

February 27          Programs (PENDING)

 

March 6                Special Guest Rachel Clark, fashion show and lecture. FREE to       

 9:30 am               members. Guests: $10 at door. Cash or checks accepted.

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March 7               Rachel Clark Seminole Piecing Class 

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

Potluck finger foods provided by last names beginning with A-L

Free Table

Show and Tell

Quilt Raffle - Tickets $1

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March 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.

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SAVE THE DATE: APRIL 10th...SILENT AUCTION to benefit the FOOD BANK

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Membership

Join Our Guild

We invite you to visit any meeting and learn more about our group. 

 

Membership is $35 a year. 

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Free for 90 and over.

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Pro-rated to $17.50 March through May

and $10 June through August.

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Find Us

Where to Find Us

Meeting Location
Thursdays from 9:00 AM until noon*
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
1601 North Street SE
Olympia WA 98501

Except the fourth Thursday of November and December, and potentially other dates as necessary. 

We meet the second Thursday in August for a picnic at Heritage Park in Olympia.

We follow the Olympia School District for weather cancellation. 

When the schools are closed or delayed for the day, we do not meet.

Contact Us

Contact Us

Quiltmakers of Olympia

P.O. Box 4338

Tumwater, WA  98501

completed quilt donations for community service

2022 Quiltmakers of Olympia Washington

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