About the Guild
Our Mission
The purpose of this Guild shall be to preserve the heritage of quilting, to be a source of information and inspiration, to perpetuate a high quality of excellence in quilting and related arts, and to be a gathering for people with a common interest.
Our History
In the late 1970’s, Helena Hibbs (1921-2011), a local quilt teacher, felt the need for quilters in Dallas and the surrounding areas to form a group so they could quilt together and learn from each other. At the urging of her students, Helen set a date. On November 7, 1979, she and other quilters gathered at a local cafeteria for an organizational meeting.
The charter group of quilters set lofty goals for themselves. They wanted a Guild to preserve the heritage of quilting, be a source of information and inspiration, and in general perpetuate a high quality of excellence in quilting.
The Quilter’s Guild of Dallas encourages the creative and supportive culture of members who use quilting to express their individual artistic visions.
To showcase and support Guild members and their work, the Guild actively
- Hosts an annual North Texas quilt show
- Offers monthly meetings featuring nationally known speakers
- Awards annual grants for quilt-related projects
- Publishes a monthly newsletter
- Contributes to community service agencies
- And more!
Today, the Quilter’s Guild of Dallas continues to encourage personal friendships through many Friendship Groups and presents annual awards–the Founder’s, Silver Thimble, Yellow Rose and Red Rose Awards–to recognize members who have volunteered their time and skills for the success of the Guild.
Guild Resource List
If you’re seeking a quilter, appraiser, etc., to help you with a quilt-related project, the Guild maintains a Resource List of Guild members who offer various services. The list is compiled as a service to Guild members and the community; however, the Guild takes no responsibility for the quality of services provided. Whenever you’re contracting with someone for specialized services, you should request references and samples of their work.