Category Archives: Services

May Show and Tell at home

Posted on May 25, 2020 by Waverley

Sadly we were not able to have our Quilt Show this year. Thanks to the kindness of many members in staging and photographing their quilts and works in progress here, instead, is a little of what we are sewing. Let’s … Continue reading →

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Annual General Meeting

Posted on November 8, 2019 by Waverley

It is important for every organisation run by volunteers that members take their turn on committee. Those elected for 2019/2020 include some of our newer members along with others who started with Waverley Patchworkers decades ago. A combination of experience … Continue reading →

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February Feast of Quilts

Posted on March 4, 2019 by Waverley

Fortunately there were lots of helpers to hold up the quilts at our February meeting, there were so many on show. Click on any image to have a closer look. First up new committee member Wendy who is our Library … Continue reading →

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What’s happening in 2019

Posted on January 24, 2019 by Waverley

The complete calendar of events was distributed to members in their Newsletter last year. If you cannot find your copy or just want to check some dates you can download a copy from the Forms Page. Or just click here … Continue reading →

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Patchwork at the Lilydale Show

Posted on November 22, 2017 by Waverley

Agricultural and Horticultural Shows have a long tradition in demonstrating and supporting the rural way of life through competitions involving farm animals, rural skills, produce and arts and craft. The Lilydale Show Society was formed in 1953 and holds an … Continue reading →

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Community Engagement

Posted on October 12, 2016 by Waverley

From its very beginnings thirty five years ago Waverley Patchworkers has taken its place in the community seriously. Tens of thousands of dollars have been raised, thousands of quilts gifted and countless hours of time donated, all given with millions … Continue reading →

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Respecting the Fabric

Posted on February 26, 2016 by Waverley

Jennifer Hyland from a Piece of Cloth spoke at our February Monthly Meeting. This was Jennifer’s second visit to our group and she again brought her great enthusiasm for vintage textiles. Her talked ranged from the origin of fabric, through … Continue reading →

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Donated fabric

Posted on September 20, 2015 by Waverley

Ever wondered what happens with fabric donated to Waverley Patchworkers?  This is one example. Renae read on this website that we make quilts for various agencies and so thought we could make use of some pieces she no longer needed. … Continue reading →

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Library Catalogue

Posted on August 31, 2015 by Waverley

Did you know that the Waverley Patchworkers Library has 830 books available for members to borrow? It also subscribes to 11 magazines, receiving over 60 issues a year, and also holds an extensive collection of DVDs. The full listing of … Continue reading →

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Sewing day for gift quilts

Posted on October 31, 2014 by Waverley

Waverley Patchworkers make and donate hundreds of quilts each year. Our sewing day on 29 October saw lots of new quilts started, and many more finished. It is amazing what can be made from the odd blocks, partly finished tops … Continue reading →

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