CEG, London

The Guild operates as a teaching organization that works to preserve and foster the art of embroidery, needlework, and fibre art. Stitchers of all levels of skill and experience are welcome, encouraged and supported. Instruction and presentations on embroidery, needlework, fibre art, and associated subjects are promoted and provided to both its members and the public.

Our member volunteers are the key to our success through the planning and delivery of instruction, maintaining our library, sourcing resources, outreach projects and administration of the Guild.

News Update

Greetings

Welcome to CEG, London's web site where you will find all the information you need about membership, classes, and workshops.

CEG, London members meet every Thursday at Westmount Presbyterian Church—521 Village Green Avenue in London as well as participate in classes on Zoom. There is something for every skill level and interest. We have kept today's hectic schedules in mind, offering classes at 9:30 a.m., 1:00 pm, and 7:00 pm. A highlight of the month is the Speaker Series at 9:30 a.m. on the Third Thursday of most months, where artists from around the world present virtually. This year, we hope to gather in person to watch the presentation as well as offer the opportunity for members to watch from their own homes.

Also new this year is a Stitch of the Month Focus Group offered on the afternoon of the Third Thursday. What a great opportunity to learn something new or practice something you haven't done in a while.

Just as important as the techniques you will learn and art you will create, are the friendships you will form. We hope you'll read more about our offerings and decide to join. We'd love to get to know you! Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have questions—Contact Us.

Guild Location

Westmount Presbyterian Church
521 Village Green Ave.
London, ON

New Gallery

Have a peek at the most recent gallery "Class Work 2023-2024".

Facebook

Public Facebook Page.

Ontario Network of Needleworkers

Read the ONN Newsletter for October 2024.

Stay healthy and happy stitching.

Upcoming Events

Western University, Fall Semester, 2024

We will again be co-teaching our "Embroidering with the Guild" course through the Department of Visual Arts available to all Western Students. The course will be on Tuesdays.

Inspiration Day, Thursday, January 9, 2025, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

A Members' Only Workshop

Start the year off with your Guild friends!

The day will be spent in creative play as we stitch and embellish one-and-two-inch square or round pieces of fabric and fibre. You will use paint, collage, mixed media, and thread on wool and fabric to create little pieces of artwork. Save the date on your calendar and check the Announcement page to see when registration is announced.

Summer Workshop 2025, June 2 to 7, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

John Labatt Visual Arts Building, Western University

Our annual Summer Workshop is taking place June 2-7, 2025. Take a few days for yourself to spend time with talented Canadian teachers and like-minded fibre enthusiasts by enjoying one or both of the two courses being offered.

This year, Julie Garcia and Carolyn Parks will each teach a three-day workshop at the John Labatt Visual Arts Building on the campus of Western University. While both instructors are focussing on creating landscapes, each employs a different technique. For more information about these exciting opportunities look for the links on the Workshop page.