Our staff are experienced quilters.  We all take the Quilting by Degree program; most of us are graduates.   Many of our staff members are also class instructors. 

Our goal is to provide the inspiration, the encouragement, and the assistance you need to get your project underway.

Interested in a class? We can explain our courses and assist you in choosing a class that is suitable to your interests and skill level.

We look forward to serving you on the web or in store!

Patti (Owner) Elaine G. (Manager), Donna, Elaine M.,

Betty Ann, Marj, Robyn, Linda, Debbie, Lois.

Donna

Donna started sewing as a child alongside her mom and sister, pumping out a new outfit every weekend!  She has a certificate in Graphic Arts and Environmental Design.  Donna has a love for home renovation and decor.  Her passion is gardening and spends most of the spring and summer outdoors.

On a trip to Earthly Goods in the 90’s, she discovered a woodsy style quilt on the wall at the store and has been addicted to quilting ever since.

Robyn

Robyn started quilting in seventh grade in order to make a quilt of her Girl Guides memorabilia.  She loves to try different quilting techniques both by hand and machine.  She also enjoys designed her own projects and picking out colours.

Betty Ann

Betty Ann has been quilting for over 10 years.  She joined our Earthly Goods team in June 2009 bringing along her enthusiasm and energy.  Her first love is machine piecing and quilting, leaning toward more traditional quilts.  Then she discovered Bags.  Hand bags, Eco Totes, Slouchy Bags, you name it she makes it!  Betty Ann began teaching classes in the spring of 2009 and enjoys being able to share her knowledge and tips with others, especially interfacings used in the handbags.  She loves her job, seeing it a privilege to help out customers with their quilting projects.

Linda

Linda has done handwork since she was 8 years old when her Grandmother taught her to embroider and knit.  She began her quilting journey in 1986.  Linda has experienced all aspects of quilting and particularly enjoys piecing and creating her own designs.  Linda is an avid gardener and has worked in the horticulture industry for 10 years.