The Western Branch of the Irish Patchwork Society meets on the second Saturday of every month from Sep. to May in The Bridge Centre, St.
Mary's Road, Galway at 10am. New members are always welcome. Membership costs 40Euro a year and allows you to attend meetings anywhere in Ireland, exhibit with the group, participate in classes and workshops, borrow from the library, receive a quarterly national newsletter.....all that and make lots of new friends who share a common interest!
09/06/2026
Mini Mosaics was the theme for the afternoon workshop. Inspired by the popular book written by Paula Doyle.
Lynn led the workshop, introducing participants to the technique of building small-scale mosaic-style fabrics into miniature pieces.
09/06/2026
Show and Tell from our members at our April meeting.
16/05/2026
✨ Vendor Announcement ✨
We’re delighted to announce that Moya from Patchwork Plus will be joining us as a vendor at our two-day Expo in Killarney on the 23rd & 24th of October.
Based in Cork, Patchwork Plus is a one-stop shop for patchwork and sewing supplies, offering a wonderful selection of fabrics, patterns, kits, and sewing notions. We’re excited to welcome Moya and Patchwork Plus to the Expo.
Make sure to visit their stand at the Expo and check out their page for more updates and inspiration ✂️🧵
www.patchworkplus.ie
08/05/2026
✨ Vendor Announcement ✨
We’re delighted to announce that Seams Sew Simple has been confirmed as one of the wonderful vendors attending our 2-day Expo on the 23rd & 24th of October at The Heights Hotel Killarney
Based in Roscommon, Seams Sew Simple is a quilting and patchwork supply store offering a fantastic selection of fabrics, accessories, and yarns for all your quilting, sewing, and crafting projects.
Be sure to stop by their stand and explore their beautiful range of products!
www.seamsewsimple.ie
13/04/2026
We were delighted to welcome Moya from Patchwork Plus as our visiting shop for the day. In the afternoon, Moya led a hands‑on workshop that members thoroughly enjoyed.
We are looking forward to seeing more of our members finished projects.
13/04/2026
This month we had the pleasure of hearing from one of our own members, Nessa McManus, who generously brought along a selection of quilts from her personal collection.
Nessa walked us through the stories, techniques, and inspirations behind her pieces—from early works that marked her quilting beginnings to more recent creations that showcase her evolving style and skill.
13/04/2026
March meeting catch-up
Our March meeting brought great energy, creativity, and plenty of inspiration as members gathered for a day of connection and quilting enthusiasm. It was wonderful to see such a strong turnout and to welcome both familiar faces and newer members into the room.
As always, Show & Tell was the heart of the meeting. Members brought an impressive range of work—each piece reflecting personal style, skill, and the joy of making.
08/04/2026
Entry form for the 20th River of Dreams Quilt Exhibition 2026. Please message us with your email address for a copy.
River of Dreams Quilt Exhibition
13/03/2026
Our next meeting will take place on Saturday, March 14th, and we have a fabulous full day planned.
🧵 Visiting Shop: Patchwork Plus
We’re delighted to welcome Patchwork Plus, who will be joining us with a gorgeous selection of fabrics, notions, and inspiration. A perfect chance to browse, stock up, and chat with fellow quilters.
🪡 Afternoon Workshop with Moya – “Rob Peter to Pay Paul”
Are you booked in for the hands-on workshop led by Moya, exploring the classic and much‑loved Rob Peter to Pay Paul block. Whether you’re new to curved piecing or looking to refine your technique, this session promises to be both enjoyable and skill‑building.
We’re looking forward to seeing everyone there and welcoming new faces too.
Let’s stitch up a great day.
22/02/2026
Congratulations Lena 👏