An Afternoon of Stitch, Story & Connection
This September, textile artists, stitchers, guild members, and creative friends are invited to gather for a special afternoon celebrating creativity, community, and the art of stitch.
On Sunday, September 6, 2026, from 2:00–4:00 pm, join us in the Common Room at Victoria Hill Condo Community in New Westminster for a relaxed and inspiring meet-and-greet with internationally respected textile artists Anne Brooke and Ali Ferguson who will be visiting Canada for the first time from England and Scotland. They are very excited to be coming and you can see how much here.
This is a one time opportunity to meet and engage with these two amazing textile artists. It will be a perfect segue to the workshops being offered by Anne and Ali later in September in Oliver, BC and Penticton, BC. (more on this later)
Whether you are an experienced maker, a member of a guild, or simply curious about contemporary textile art, this gathering offers a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow creatives, exchange ideas, and enjoy an afternoon immersed in fabric, thread, and storytelling.
Event: Meet & Greet and Combined Trunk Show with Anne Brooke and Ali Ferguson
Where: Victoria Hill Condo Community – Common Room
245 Francis Way, New Westminster, BC
When: Sunday, September 6, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 pm
Parking: Impark, street parking, or parking near Queen’s Park with a short walk.
(Please note: no parking in the cul-de-sac.)
Everyone is warmly encouraged to share this invitation widely with anyone who may be interested.
A Shared Trunk Show Experience
This event is more than a meet-and-greet — it’s a celebration of our wider stitching community. Together, we’ll create a combined trunk show designed not only to inspire us through the work of Anne and Ali, but also to inspire one another. Bring a piece to share, a story to tell, or simply your curiosity and enthusiasm.
In addition to the meet and greet, Anne and Ali will be travelling to Oliver and Penticton September 11 – 13, 2026 to share their expertise in several of the workshops that they described in the video. Although the workshops have filled quickly there are still spaces available and you may contact Lynn U. at her email.
RSVP: Please RSVP to: [email protected] your interest in attending
About Anne Brooke Anne Brooke Official Website
About Ali Ferguson Ali Ferguson Official Website
We hope you’ll join us for this special afternoon of conversation, inspiration, and community stitching spirit. Whether you come to admire the work, reconnect with old friends, discover new ideas, or share your own creations, there will be something here for everyone who loves textiles and making by hand.
We look forward to stitching together with you.