Region 7 - Blog

We had a fun day creating Seminole strips under the guidance of the fabulous Helen Butcher of Little Patch Pockets. Everybody worked hard creating their fabulous Seminole strips - all ready to be made into cushions or bags- being helped with the hall having air conditioning -

In region 7 we have put together several great visits you can join in with... April 23rd visit to Ridgemont Station Heritage Centre May 21st visit to Wrest Park - Wallpaper tour June 4th visit to Embroidery Gallery and Exhibition at Discover Bucks Museum, Aylesbury SAVE the 26th of September as we will be hold an in-person workshop with Jo Cunningham, who is over from the US.

To mark 80 years of connection with the universe, we invited the public to join us in a community quilt project celebrating Jodrell’s heritage and discoveries. We’re delighted to share the finished artwork in this inspiring public exhibition! 24 Jan, 2026 – 27 Mar, 2026

Gone to Pieces Quilt Group is having an Exhibition of Pantomime themed quilts at the Elgiva Theatre in Chesham from 30th September to 26th October. Opening days/times are Monday to Saturday 10.30 am to 3.0pm. Entrance is Free. There is plenty of (paid for) parking by the Theatre and parking across the road in Sainsbury's/Waitrose Car Parks too. The Elgiva Theatre St Mary’s Way, Chesham, Buckinghamshire, HP5 1HR https://elgiva.com/visit/

Region 7 invite you to join the Museum curator for tour and then a creative chat/demo with Connie [Bedfordshire area rep], over a cup of tea, on how to make a watercolour quilt. September 21st from 11.30am - Free event - contact Connie at [email protected] for more details

Join Patchwork People for a fun day of stitching - 13th Sept 9.30am - 3..30pm - Newport Pagnell MK16 8PS

Here is a list of some of the great Events and Speakers at Quilt groups in Hertfordshire in the coming months.

The Grosvenor shows' Journal Quilt Challenge 2026 - Theme : Essence of Nature This Journal Quilt competition will tour Britain. Closing date for entire 17th October 2026 further information - [email protected] www.gosvenorshow.co.uk

Interwoven Textiles & Architecture - Call for Entries for their Open Day Exhibition This competition is open to all - All textile techniques welcomed Theme - Inspired by Architecture Deadline for entries 17th August

To mark the 80th year of Jodrell Bank, they are inviting the public to join them in a celebratory project - COSMIC THREADS - a community quilt inspired by the celestial marvels that Jodrell Bank has uncovered

Poppy Patch are looking for entries into their annual quilt show on October 11th and 12th They are looking to show Quilts, patchwork wall hangings, cushions and bags as well as embroidery