Chester Patchworkers and Quilters (Ps & Qs) is a group of about 65 members who enjoy patchwork and quilting. Some members are new to the craft and other members of the group are very experienced so we have a wide range of ability. However, we are all passionate about fabric and creating items of interest and beauty, so we hope that all members can gain confidence in being with like-minded folk to enjoy and develop their skills. All meetings are held on the 3rd Wednesday of the month - except August and start at 7.30 pm. We usually meet at Upton Village Hall except in March, when we meet in Burley Hall in Waverton so please check the location in the programmebefore leaving home. Both halls have a loop system for the hard of hearing. The hall is open from 7pm so that we can browse and purchase fabrics and notions before the meeting from our traders, Dot Sherlock and Marion Barlow. We have a varied programme of activities. We have project evening meetings when we cut and sew, developing practical skills and sharing knowledge and techniques. At most meetings we have a ‘Show and Tell’ when members may show their finished projects so that we can all get pleasure and inspiration from their efforts. We make quilts for the Project Linus initiative, which are donated to children in distressed circumstances. In between times, we may put on exhibitions and displays to promote our patchwork and quilting. We welcome new members so please come along to one of our meetings -there will be a small charge but you will enjoy a warm welcome and see some exciting quilts and patchwork related items. We hope that you will like what you see, catch our enthusiasm for patchwork and quilting and, join our group.
