In 1983 a group of ladies from the newly formed Quilters Guild decided to form a group here in the South West.  From little acorns mighty oaks do grow is an apt saying for the success of SWQ today stems from those first meetings of ladies who wanted to promote patchwork and quilting here in our region.  This is still our mantra today and we have grown to encompass the four counties of Cornwall, Devon, Dorset and Somerset.  We celebrated our 40^th birthday in 2023 and our current membership stands at over 400 with most members belonging to a local group as well as SWQ.   

We have lots to offer you.  Three main meetings are held each year where we all get together to share our passion for sewing.  These meetings feature speakers drawn from the textile world, themed challenges open to all members and the opportunity to buy fabric and books from invited traders as well as our own Sunset Trust.  In addition, excellent value for money workshops tutored by both amateur and professional quilters are offered regularly throughout the region.   From time to time, coach trips to national quilt shows and places of interest are organised.

Our Magazine is published four times a year and you will receive this automatically on paying/renewing your subscription annually on 1^st April.  It will keep you informed of everything going on in our four Counties and relies on the membership contributing articles, group news and details of events and exhibitions held in their local areas.

I hope you find something on our website to tempt you to join us and look forward to meeting you in the future.