
Fibre Artist and Teacher in the Art of Fine Quilting
Sandy Simmelink
About Sandy

"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.

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"
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.


