A Busy Quilter

We might all have that one family member who can magically repurpose old fabrics into warm quilts. Some assume that making a quilt is simple, but the process is quite lengthy. Quilters must plan out their design, pin cloth together, and sew through many layers of fabric. The Galt Museum & Archives has a large collection of quilts. Within this collection are five quilts by Katherina Betts that were donated by her son Ed and daughter-in-law Gloria Betts.

ArticleJennessa BatesApril 10, 2024Galt Museum & ArchivesArt, QuitComment

From Geisha to Diva Curator Talk: Barry Till

Barry Till takes viewers through his exhibit, From Geisha to Diva: The Kimono of Ichimaru.

A Painter’s Paradise

Early Alberta artists Michael Pisko and Ernest E. Riethman had many things in common. They worked in commercial art and in their spare time were respected members of the Lethbridge art community. This included teaching, exhibiting and receiving critical recognition.

ArticleMary-Beth LavioletteFebruary 11, 2020Painter's Paradise, Michael Pisko, Group of Seven, A. Y. Jackson, Waterton, ArtComment

Needle Books, Boxes and Pin Cushions

Making needle books was a trend that began in the 1800s and grew in popularity until around the 1950s. These needle books were designed to hold the different needles a person would need for different fabrics and projects. Usually the needle book was made out of scrap fabric or a fun creative fabric. They were used to organize and secure needles.