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Olde Forge Hook-in 2026 On April 11th, thirteen of our members, along with one friend from the  Tapissiers Montréal Rug Makers , made the two-plus hour drive to attend the Olde Forge Hook-In at Britannia United Church in our nation’s capital, Ottawa, Ontario.  What a great group! The day was well worth the trip, bringing together a wonderful mix of creativity and connection.  There was plenty of camaraderie to go around, along with a lively show and tell, delicious homemade treats for both breakfast and lunch, and a few door prizes to keep things exciting.  Show & Tell - Leslie and her beautiful rug Show & Tell - Chris and Elizabeth with their unique jeans jackets Show & Tell - Katherine from the  Tapissiers Montréal Rug Makers We picked up tips and tricks, shared lots of laughs, and yes, there were even a few high jinx along the way. A special shoutout to our own Isabelle and Jacques, who were there as vendors, and congratulations to Janet, who came...

Easter Hook-In March 30, 2026 The Easter-themed hook-in was a lively and cheerful affair. Many arrived wearing festive Easter bonnets, while others donned a fascinator from Claire’s colourful collection. Despite a busy day prior with Helen’s workshop drawing a crowd, today saw a big turnout of 29 members who came to share in the fun and to experience a Show and Tell, organized by Jacques.    Proud to show progress from yesterday's workshop A surprise treat:    Judith Dallegret, one of our BHCG rug hooking teachers, attended and brought several of her fabulous large floor rugs to show. Most fascinating was her story about her Morehouse ru g and her family roots. Judith tells the story of her Morehouse rug                                                        Everyone has a turn to show what they are working on We heard many ooo’s...

Mini-Punch Workshop Recap: A Fun Day Centennial Hall, Sunday March 29, 2026 Helen, known for her beautiful mini-punched rugs, brought her warmth and skill to our Sunday  workshop.  Excitement spread, as it quickly filled to capacity with 23 eager participants and 2  helpful assistants. Helen and some of her mini rugs Preparation started weeks before, as Helen drew nine unique designs for us to choose from. She  taught us how to transfer these patterns onto weavers’ cloth and provided us with all the  information on supplies like mini-punch needles, non-slip hoops, scissors, and embroidery threads  in our chosen colours. As the workshop began, Helen passed around her collection of mini-punched rugs, each a feast for  the senses. Participants marvelled at her techniques to create swirly skies, folk art pieces, and  delicate florals. Helen’s clever use of colour and thread types, either Valdani or DMC embroidery  threads or luxurious Merino fing...

Featured Rugs Gallery Four times a year, we like to display a selection of rugs from our latest exhibition, which marked our 50th Anniversary, held October 2025 at Centennial Hall. Please search our Blog (Show and Tell) to see rugs showcased in the past. Next update : April 2026 50 Mini-Rugs Challenge 50 mini-rugs for our 50th M inspired our guild with a creative challenge to mark our 50th anniversary: to craft a vibrant collection of 50 mini rugs. We were hooked on her idea! Participants received black 4.5” x 6.5” frames, providing some uniformity for the project, and ideas started to flow. Some members expressed “Canada Proud” with a rich tapestry of national themes, from Canadian flags and a brilliantly hued maple leaf, to an Inukshuk, a sailboat flying the Acadian flag, a Moose Crossing sign, a pair of Canada geese, and a host of other delightful Canadiana scenes that captured the spirit and diversity of our country.   Below are several of the mini rugs to enjoy up close. The r...

St Patrick’s Day March 17, 2026 Our St. Patrick’s Day party was full of fun. The room was decked out with festive green decorations that instantly set the mood, and everyone joined in the spirit by wearing something green.  Everyone is Irish on St Patrick’s Day One of the highlights was Elizabeth’s imaginative treats—especially the green muffins, each topped with a colourful candy rainbow ribbon that led to a little gold coin!  As delightful to look at as to eat! There were a few little door prizes, adding a sense of anticipation to the morning.  Mostly "Green" door prizes To top it all off, we gathered for a cheerful group photo, capturing the joy and camaraderie of a memorable day. Happy St Patrick’s Day!

50 Best Rug Hooking Blog and Websites in 2026 FeedSpot, January 30th 2026. Congratulations to Beaconsfield Hooking Crafters Guild for being in the Top 50 Rug Hooking Blogs and Websites in January 2026. https://bloggers.feedspot.com/rug_hooking_blogs/

BeaconsfieldRugHooking.com Matty -Website. Illustration: Maria Romero. January 28th,   our Website celebrates its 18th anniversary on the Web! Congratulations to all the Guild Members and especially to the Web Committee!

Special Show & Tell: Christmas! Sue Rolland-Dawson. Chilly .  Pattern: Loretta Moore (Hooked on the Lake). Sue Rolland-Dawson Chilly 5.5” x 7.75” (unframed) 2023 Purchased kit designed by Loretta Moore (Hooked on the Lake). Punched with Hand-dyed Merino single ply wool yarn using Mini punch (Ultra) with the large needle, level 2 on Weavers’ cloth. Edges folded under, glued on to a frame. My husband Peter made the frame for me from a piece of 100-year-old snow fence which a rug hooking member Debbie gave me.

Happy Holidays! BHCH Christmas Card, created by Emmy Maten.

Our Christmas Party December 15, 2025.   This year’s annual Christmas party was a joyful gathering, with 33 members coming together to celebrate the season. The guild was happy to welcome 8 new members this fall, most of whom joined in the festivities. Centennial Hall sparkled with festive decorations thoughtfully arranged by the City, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all.   A gnome keeps watch atop the Christmas tree. These ceramic houses have little lights inside! Two tables were filled with a delicious potluck lunch and an array of tempting desserts, each dish prepared and shared with care. Festive appetizers. Yummy foods await! Leave room for dessert!   In the spirit of the season, everyone brought a handmade Christmas ornament, each one carefully wrapped in a brown paper bag to keep the creator a mystery. Names were drawn, and each person selected a bag, adding to the excitement and anticipation. The room buzzed with plenty of chatter and laughter, as old...

International Rug Hooking Day Event On December 4, our Guild hosted the annual International Rug Hooking Day event in South Lancaster, ON. The Saint Andrew’s Church Hall buzzed with excitement as people gathered from 6 different rug hooking groups from Quebec and eastern Ontario. One room was filled with cheerful sellers, their tables adorned with handmade crafts and vibrant rug hooking supplies. Another room displayed the paper bag auction items. Dawna’s beautiful wools.      Claire’s clever crafts. BHCG 50 th   anniversary cards. Denise, Kris, and Jane and crafts.   Elizabeth’s craft table. Isabelle’s and Jacques’ table. As the day unfolded, everyone’s anticipation grew as door prizes were handed out, followed by a pizza lunch. The snack and dessert tables were fabulous! The many winners of the paper bag auction were announced, followed by the raffling of three fabulous gifts, each one met with cheers and applause from the crowd. The day concluded with th...