The Quilt Guild met at the Walnut library on April 19, 2016.   Kristina Larsen has joined the group.  Her Mother-in-Law Marilyn Larsen was a visitor.  Charmayne Presley was unable to attend because of her foot injury.  

 Shelley gave the treasurer’s report.       4 people paid dues    A check  cleared the bank.      .   

Saturday, April 23rd  is a Sew Day at Roxie’s.   Shelley showed 2 lap robe quilts that she had finished.  Shirley J.  made a patriotic quilt from one of the kits.   Elaine S. showed her patriotic quilt that she made to give to her own personal veteran.  Kristina also shared her patriotic quilt.   

Fran gave us her block of the month quilt for charity quilt.  It is called Dublin Steps.   We are to use the exact colors that are on the instruction sheet.  

Betty brought up the guild purchasing a roll of batting to be used for charity quilts.   Sally had a sample of Pellon 80/20. Nature Touch.   Fran made the motion and Roxie seconded to order the roll of batting.   Motion carried.   $112.74.  is the cost.   Sally will order it.  

Betty had made a couple of swaddling blankets for the group in Avoca.   She made them 45 inches square.  

Show and Tell – Dorothy shared her daughter’s quilt of grays and blacks – very modern.  Beautiful.   Shelley showed 2 lap robe quilts that she had finished.  Shirley J.  made a patriotic quilt from one of the kits.   Elaine S. showed her patriotic quilt that she made to give to her own personal veteran.  Kristina also shared her patriotic quilt.   Sharon shared her felted flowers she had made while in Germany.  

Sampler quilts are due next month in May.   They do not have to be quilted but the top should be pieced.  

Next month 2 ½ strips  -  3 strips of red, white and blue.    Full 45 inch width.  

Sharon served refreshments.   CLR was played

Sally moved the meeting was adjourned.