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2025
JETS are the Embroiderers' Guild of WA's Junior Embroidery and Textile Students (8-14 years). See the events page for details about the fun planned for the April holiday - $15 for two mornings of stitching (15 and 16 April) JETS - enrolments now open for the April school holidays 17th March 2025
JETS are the Embroiderers' Guild of WA's Junior Embroidery and Textile Students (8-14 years). See the events page for details about the fun planned for the April holiday - $15 for two mornings of stitching (15 and 16 April).
Website: JETS event details - enrolment link
Stitched and Bound - entries for 2026/27 are open now. 2024/25 exhibition now visiting galleries in northern and southern WA until September 2025 08th March 2025
stitched and bound 2026/27 will open at Midland Junction Arts Centre (MJAC), Perth on 1 May 2026 and close on 28 June 2026 and will hopefully tour galleries in country WA. Conditions of Entry for the exhibition are now available on the website to view and download. Entries open until 1 December 2025. stitched and bound is a biennial exhibition showcasing the innovative range of current work being produced by Western Australian artists who challenge the usual concept of the ‘quilt’ medium. .
Website: Stitched and Bound - Art Quilt Exhibition
Join us at Guild House on Thursday 20 March (10am) to hear Stephen Scourfield - Travel Editor of The West Australian, Sunday Times, Seven West Media's travel digital publishing, and the author of more than 10 books, talk about his interest in textiles and his Jackets of the World project. See the event listing (link below) to read more about Stephen and his talk, and to book tickets. Seats are limited and expected to sell quickly! A talk by Stephen Scourfield - textiles, travel and his Jackets of the World project 11th January 2025
Join us at Guild House on Thursday 20 March (10am) to hear Stephen Scourfield - Travel Editor of The West Australian, Sunday Times, Seven West Media's travel digital publishing, and the author of more than 10 books, talk about his interest in textiles and his Jackets of the World project. See the event listing (link below) to read more about Stephen and his talk, and to book tickets. Seats are limited and expected to sell quickly!.
Website: Event details - Stephen Scourfield talks Textiles
2024
Fibres West 2025 - enrolments open Monday 2 December 6pm - and expected to book out quickly! 30th November 2024
Bookings for Fibres West 2025 open this Monday 2 December at 6pm. Details of the program and how to book are available from the Fibres West website. EGWA is offering one scholarship of $1,000 for a member attending a workshop. Scholarship application details and the application form are attached. See the full news item for further important information regarding the scholarship..
Website: Fibres West 2025 program and booking details
For more information Fibres West 2025 EGWA scholarship details and application form
The Collection Group has prepared a gorgeous on-line book full of photographs and information about a selection of items from the Guild's Historic and Contemporary Textile Collection, as inspiration for entries into next year's bag-themed Founder's Challenge. The techniques, materials and styles are a great source of ideas. To view the flip-book select the link below. Founder's Challenge inspiration - The Bag Reimagined 10th November 2024
The Collection Group has prepared a gorgeous on-line book full of photographs and information about a selection of items from the Guild's Historic and Contemporary Textile Collection, as inspiration for entries into next year's bag-themed Founder's Challenge. The techniques, materials and styles are a great source of ideas. To view the flip-book select the link below..
Website: Founders Challenge 2025 - Heyzine Flipbook
Our next Market Day is on Sunday 1 December - just in time for some Christmas shopping! Market Day - Sunday 1 December 02nd November 2024
Our next Market Day is on Sunday 1 December - just in time for some Christmas shopping!.
For more information Market Day 1 December Flyer
JETS (Junior Embroidery and Textile Students) is being held again during the coming school holidays - Tuesday 1st and Wednesday 2nd October. Cost is $15 for both mornings. Contact Margaret Lofthouse on 0417 501 332 for further details. Come and see how much fun stitching can be! JETS school holiday stitching fun this October 31st August 2024
JETS (Junior Embroidery and Textile Students) is being held again during the coming school holidays - Tuesday 1st and Wednesday 2nd October. Cost is $15 for both mornings. Contact Margaret Lofthouse on 0417 501 332 for further details. Come and see how much fun stitching can be!.
Anna Scott is presenting a talk at Guild House on Friday 1 November, in conjunction with her upcoming courses. Come along to hear Anna share her design process and things to consider when creating a new embroidery design. She will also ponder the question 'Do you have to be an embroiderer to design for embroidery?' For further information and to book, select the Event link below. A new talk event - a presentation by Anna Scott discussing Designing for Embroidery 29th August 2024
Anna Scott is presenting a talk at Guild House on Friday 1 November, in conjunction with her upcoming courses. Come along to hear Anna share her design process and things to consider when creating a new embroidery design. She will also ponder the question 'Do you have to be an embroiderer to design for embroidery?' For further information and to book, select the Event link below. .
Website: Event details - talk by Anna Scott
As announced at our Elegant High Tea, the theme for 2025 is ‘BAGS’. The Guild’s Collection Group has bags at the ready, a supporting education plan is being developed, and we’ll soon be confirming times to bring the historic bags to groups for inspiration. Founders Challenge - the theme for 2025 is BAGS 27th August 2024
As announced at our Elegant High Tea, the theme for 2025 is ‘BAGS’. The Guild’s Collection Group has bags at the ready, a supporting education plan is being developed, and we’ll soon be confirming times to bring the historic bags to groups for inspiration. .
A new Design group is now meeting fortnightly on Thursday mornings to explore design processes to achieve original designs for textiles. Each session consists of the tiniest bit of essential theory of the elements and principles of design and then an activity of a different design method. If you are interested in this group please email Helen Jones - helenowenjones@aapt.net.au And ANOTHER exciting new group - Design Group is now meeting alternate Thursday mornings at Guild House 25th August 2024
A new Design group is now meeting fortnightly on Thursday mornings to explore design processes to achieve original designs for textiles. Each session consists of the tiniest bit of essential theory of the elements and principles of design and then an activity of a different design method. If you are interested in this group please email Helen Jones - helenowenjones@aapt.net.au .
Stitchers with a Difference is a new contemporary embroidery group for textile art enthusiasts and aspiring creators! The group is now meeting fortnightly on Thursdays at Guild House. Dive into the world of innovative stitch and textile arts with our dynamic new group. Read further detail in the attached flyer or contact Glen Hall to book your place or for further information. New group - Stitchers with a Difference now underway and has spaces available for aspiring creators! 24th August 2024
Stitchers with a Difference is a new contemporary embroidery group for textile art enthusiasts and aspiring creators! The group is now meeting fortnightly on Thursdays at Guild House. Dive into the world of innovative stitch and textile arts with our dynamic new group. Read further detail in the attached flyer or contact Glen Hall to book your place or for further information..
For more information Flyer - Stitchers with a Difference group
Congratulations to Guild member Olwyn Scott on her award of the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the recent Australia Day announcements. Congratulations to Olwyn Scott OAM! 11th February 2024
Congratulations to Guild member Olwyn Scott on her award of the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the recent Australia Day announcements..
Website: Olwyn Scott - story and CV
2023
A stunning new acquisition for the Guild’s Historical Textile Collection. From the 1880s-1890s a pale green silk satin cape with embroidered panels at front, collar and back, of goldwork including purls and sequins. Lined with red and pink. The embroidery may have been produced in India to suit Western market. Beautiful! Guild Historic Collection - New Acquisition 18th August 2023
A stunning new acquisition for the Guild’s Historical Textile Collection. From the 1880s-1890s a pale green silk satin cape with embroidered panels at front, collar and back, of goldwork including purls and sequins. Lined with red and pink. The embroidery may have been produced in India to suit Western market. Beautiful! .
The Embroiderers' Guild of WA is pleased to announce an embroidery group starting at The Loftus Centre in Leederville on 7th March 2023. The Loftus Street Stitchers' will meet in the Neighbourhood Room from 11.00am to 2.00pm. For more details, see the flyer in the full news article, and if you are interested please call Galina on 0401343167. Exciting news! A new group starting in Leederville 13th February 2023
The Embroiderers' Guild of WA is pleased to announce an embroidery group starting at The Loftus Centre in Leederville on 7th March 2023. The Loftus Street Stitchers' will meet in the Neighbourhood Room from 11.00am to 2.00pm. For more details, see the flyer in the full news article, and if you are interested please call Galina on 0401343167..
For more information download this document
2022
At the 2022 History Council of WA Awards, held on 25th October, Valerie Cavill, Leader of the Guild’s Historical Textile Collection Group, was given the award in the highest category for people making a significant contribution to the history of Western Australia by an individual. Valerie Cavill Receives History Award 04th November 2022
At the 2022 History Council of WA Awards, held on 25th October, Valerie Cavill, Leader of the Guild’s Historical Textile Collection Group, was given the award in the highest category for people making a significant contribution to the history of Western Australia by an individual..
2023 Stumpwork Masterclass with Alison Cole 13th September 2022
You've seen the book, now is the chance to do the course. We have great pleasure in offering a unique opportunity to develop your Stumpwork Skills. Guild members no longer need to go to embroidery conventions in the Eastern States or overseas to enjoy Alison Cole’s fun filled and expert tuition. Drum roll please - Alison Cole is coming to Perth to teach her Stumpwork masterclass in 2023! .
For more information download this document
The Collection Group’s new archival boxes have arrived! 05th September 2022
A recent grant from The Copland Foundation has enabled the Collection Group to purchase a large number of archival storage boxes. These boxes will allow fragile items to be stored safely with minimal handling, and embroidery tools are now placed safely in custom made boxes that can be easily accessed and viewed..
2021
You can now download the Member Jungle mobile app and stay up to date with what's going on our membership group. You can update your membership details and also receive notifications about important event reminders, latest news and more. Visit the Mobile App page (under Membership) to find out more. Download our New Mobile App 05th February 2021
You can now download the Member Jungle mobile app and stay up to date with what's going on our membership group. You can update your membership details and also receive notifications about important event reminders, latest news and more. Visit the Mobile App page (under Membership) to find out more..