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Fibre Artist and Teacher in the Art of Fine Quilting

Sandy Simmelink

About Sandy

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"My quilting journey began more than 35 years ago when I wanted to make a baby quilt for my daughter. The journey grew into my biggest passion, and I am blessed to have made many life long friendships along the way. My goal is to teach and inspire fellow quilters through classes and lectures.

 

My quilting style is two-fold - some pieces are traditional; Baltimore Album style miniature block wall hangings made entirely by hand, which tell stories of people, places and history. They showcase fine needle turn appliqué, antique lace, men's ties, and 3D embellishments... they often take years to complete! My others pieces are "wild & crazy"! 3D flowers, painted lace, altered photographs, mixed media, and even canvas! These pieces often take months to make. Both styles satisfy different creative needs."

Sandy is a five time Canadian Quilter’s Association National Juried Show winner, and has won an award for "Best Hand Workmanship" at the World Quilt Competition in 2006. She has shown her work in many different parts of the world, was a judge at the National Juried Show in Saskatoon, taught all across Canada, and has appeared in numerous magazines throughout her quilting career. Sandy is a member of Canadian Quilters Association, and an Area Representative for the American Quilt Study Group. 

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Top National/International Awards

2024 - Canadian Quilter's Association National Juried Show - Edmonton, Alberta
1st Place - Traditional - "Honouring the Ladies"

2023 - Canadian Quilter's Association National Juried Show - Halifax, Nova Scotia
2nd Place - Miniatures - "Tulips for Wee Ava"

2021 - Canadian Quilter's Association National Juried Show - Online version
Acceptance - "Cut Glass Cloth" and "Bugle Boys of Valcartier"

2020 - Canadian Quilter's Association National Juried Show - Online version 
Acceptance - "William Morris Takes Flight"

2020 - Fesitval of Quilts - Birmingham, England
Traditional Quilts - Shortlisted Top 10 - "Take Me Back to Ireland"

2019 - Canadian Quilter's Association National Juried Show - Ottawa, Ontario
Award of Excellence using Wonderfil Thread - "Please Don't Leave Yet"

2006 - World Quilt Competition - New England, USA

Best Handworkmanship Award - "Take Me Back to Ireland"

2002 - Canadian Quilter's Association National Juried Show - Edmonton, Alberta

Best Small Wall Quilt - "Fulfilling a Dream"

2001 - Canadian Quilter's Association National Juried Show - Nanaimo, British Columbia
Best Small Wallquilt, and Joseph H. McMurdie Award for Applique - "Her Time is in My Time"

1999 - Canadian Quilter's Association National Juried Show - Charlottetown, PEI

Best Small Wall Quilt & Viewer's Choice - "Jewelbox Memories"

Awards

Classes (In-person)

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Lectures (In-person or virtual)

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If possible, rows of tables with two chairs on each provide an ideal set-up for lectures. The quilts can then be viewed close up at eye level to enjoy the intricate details. See pictures below as an example. 

Classes & Lectures

Testimonials

"Sandy’s presentation ('Design and Create Your Journey' lecture via zoom) to our guild was excellent.  Her enthusiasm for her art and her creative focus were the highlights of the program. She showed us a range of art quilts that represent the focus of her work. Her pictures were excellent, including details of her work. She took the time to explain in some detail why she made each quilt, how she went about it, problems that arose and how she solved them. Throughout, she emphasized ways to incorporate creativity into our work. She welcomed questions and gave informed answers. Even though I do not do needle turn appliqué and most likely will not take it up, I came away from her program with a renewed appreciation of the technique and, more importantly, a desire to expand the creativity of my quilting."
 

Meredith Kimball
Vancouver Quilters’ Guild


"If you are looking for a lecture that will inspire/teach and leave your Guild members wishing they could spend more time with the speaker, then you should consider inviting Sandy as a Guest for your Guild program.  Reading her bio you know that she is well qualified, but what you get is someone whose enthusiasm and love for everything involved with Quilting/Needlework/Artwork and Creativity just shines through with every slide and story.  She is an absolute joy and a true artist.  She does not hold back, and freely shares her knowledge and tips and tricks she has learned along the way.  Her stories were very personal and heartwarming and left us wanting more.  Further, she is very responsive and organized, traits that were appreciated by the Program Committee.  We highly recommend Sandy to any Guild wishing to work with a generous, knowledgeable and inspiring lecturer."

Sharon Bourque
Sudbury & District Quilting and Stitchery Guild

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Contact

Contact Sandy

1(905)634-9831 | sandysimmelink@gmail.com

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