Stay connected with Hands All Around Quilt Guild in the way that works best for you.
We use Facebook and Instagram for different purposes. Some spaces are open to everyone, while others are reserved for current guild members.
HAAQG - Bloomington Public Facebook Group
Best for: guild members, prospective members, quilters, professional quilters, instructors, designers, quilt shops, vendors, businesses, event organizers, and anyone interested in quilting in Central Illinois. Our public Facebook group is a community-facing space where we share guild news and connect with the broader quilting community. We use it to share:
public guild news and announcements
upcoming programs, workshops, and classes
Quilt Spectrum news and public show information
public events and community activities
selected guild highlights and photos
opportunities of interest to quilters
announcements useful to quilt professionals, vendors, shops, and related businesses
reminders and updates from Hands All Around Quilt Guild
Quilt professionals, instructors, vendors, shops, and businesses are welcome to follow the group to learn about upcoming guild programs, Quilt Spectrum opportunities, and other public activities.
Best for: current HAAQG members who want additional guild information and member interaction. The HAAQG Members Only Facebook group is a private space for current guild members. It includes many of the same public announcements, program notices, and class reminders shared on our public page, plus additional member-focused content such as:
monthly guild meeting Show & Tell photos
quilt book reviews from the guild librarian
member questions, requests, and discussions
additional membership-related PDFs and sign-up information
reminders and information intended specifically for guild members
Current members may request to join the private group. Membership is verified before access is approved.
Best for: anyone who enjoys visual inspiration and wants to see what the guild is creating and doing. We are just getting started on Instagram. Follow HAAQG for a more visual look at:
quilts and works in progress
guild programs and activities
Block of the Month
community projects
Quilt Spectrum
member creativity
guild news and event reminders
Instagram complements our Facebook pages rather than replacing them.
Hands All Around Quilt Guild values connections with the wider quilting community. Professional quilters, teachers, designers, quilt shops, vendors, manufacturers, and other quilting-related businesses are welcome to follow our public Facebook group and Instagram account. These public channels are a good way to stay informed about:
Quilt Spectrum and vendor opportunities
upcoming speakers and workshops
guild programs and special events
community quilting activities
opportunities to connect with HAAQG and Central Illinois quilters
A Note About Privacy
Public Facebook and Instagram content may be viewed and shared outside the guild. The Members Only Facebook group is intended for current HAAQG members, but members should still use appropriate care when sharing personal information online.
Where to Find Official Guild Information
HAAQG.com remains the primary source for official guild information, current forms, program details, and Quilt Spectrum information. Social media is used to share reminders, highlights, updates, and community conversation.