Thanks to all that gave me heads up for October meetings Quilto game. It is a 10 inch square of Thanksgiving pattern....
See you Oct 21.
Sally
Sunday, October 12, 2014
Tuesday, September 30, 2014
Spotlight on our members
Sharon Guffey Lewis has loved quilts all her life and started quilting herself a couple years ago. Sharon prefers small wall hangings, table runners and lap quilts.Sharon was a teacher for 20 years. She then went to seminary and became a pastor in the United Church of Christ. Besides her work in the ministry she enjoys sewing and gardening, along with quilting, of course.
Sharon really enjoys our group and especially enjoys the sew days, where she feels she learns a lot.
Even though she hasn't been quilting long she has 6 totes, 2 chests, 2 hampers, and 2 piles that consist of her stash.
Sharon married Steve Lewis in 2001. Together they have 5 children and spouses and 9 grandchildren.
September 16th meeting
Dorine called our meeting to order with 13 members present. The minutes were read by Charmayne and approved. Shelly noted that 2 checks had been written for the shop hop drivers and Dorine was given a check for quilting our John Deere quilt. Shelly also issued a check for postage and cards to Charmayne, so that she can keep them on hand.
Roxie talked about the walker bags and brought lots of quilt blocks that had been squared up by Shelly and are ready to go for bags and quilts. All members were encouraged to take them home and work on them. The next work day is October 18th at 9:30 at Roxie's.
Sharon reported on the shop hop for the group. Roxie and Vivian each won one of the drawings at quilt shops that we visited. Betty told us about her "shop hop" in Kentucky and Tennessee and brought us all book marks from Eleanor Burns shop.
We discussed the final plans for the Christmas party. It will be Dec 9th at 6pm at Dorine's home. We are to bring our secret quilter's Christmas gift and a homemade gift with the approximate value of $10. Also everyone is to bring a finger food to share and beverage of your "choice".
The one yard Challenge quilts were displayed. Roxie won best of show, and Elaine most unique . Sharon won best use of color. ( I hope that is right).. It was fun to see all the interesting uses of the 5 fabrics. Photos will follow.
UFO's are due at the November meeting.
The program for the night was done by Elaine. She showed us a very clever way to make hexi's from a circle. Some made perfect hexi's... unfortunately some couldn't quite get the technique down... lol
Several ladies brought show and tell. Shirley displayed a beautiful Red and White quilt. Again, photos to follow.
The October program will be Roxie, Origami Bags.
A reminder that the Des Moines Expo is October 1-4.
We played quilto... and I am sorry, I didn't write down who won... They got the fall leaves strips.
The next meeting will be Oct 21.. If anyone remembers what we are bringing for Quilto....let me know... I will add it to the blog.... ( I must have been distracted when I was making my notes..... glad I am not the official secretary!!)
Meeting was closed. Hope you are all enjoying the lovely fall weather.
Dorine called our meeting to order with 13 members present. The minutes were read by Charmayne and approved. Shelly noted that 2 checks had been written for the shop hop drivers and Dorine was given a check for quilting our John Deere quilt. Shelly also issued a check for postage and cards to Charmayne, so that she can keep them on hand.
Roxie talked about the walker bags and brought lots of quilt blocks that had been squared up by Shelly and are ready to go for bags and quilts. All members were encouraged to take them home and work on them. The next work day is October 18th at 9:30 at Roxie's.
Sharon reported on the shop hop for the group. Roxie and Vivian each won one of the drawings at quilt shops that we visited. Betty told us about her "shop hop" in Kentucky and Tennessee and brought us all book marks from Eleanor Burns shop.
We discussed the final plans for the Christmas party. It will be Dec 9th at 6pm at Dorine's home. We are to bring our secret quilter's Christmas gift and a homemade gift with the approximate value of $10. Also everyone is to bring a finger food to share and beverage of your "choice".
The one yard Challenge quilts were displayed. Roxie won best of show, and Elaine most unique . Sharon won best use of color. ( I hope that is right).. It was fun to see all the interesting uses of the 5 fabrics. Photos will follow.
UFO's are due at the November meeting.
The program for the night was done by Elaine. She showed us a very clever way to make hexi's from a circle. Some made perfect hexi's... unfortunately some couldn't quite get the technique down... lol
Several ladies brought show and tell. Shirley displayed a beautiful Red and White quilt. Again, photos to follow.
The October program will be Roxie, Origami Bags.
A reminder that the Des Moines Expo is October 1-4.
We played quilto... and I am sorry, I didn't write down who won... They got the fall leaves strips.
The next meeting will be Oct 21.. If anyone remembers what we are bringing for Quilto....let me know... I will add it to the blog.... ( I must have been distracted when I was making my notes..... glad I am not the official secretary!!)
Meeting was closed. Hope you are all enjoying the lovely fall weather.
Thursday, September 4, 2014
Spot light on our members
I am a little slow getting our monthly spotlight out... sorry, Where did August go... did anyone see it leave?
Our spotlight this month is on Fran Dixon. Fran has been quilting for about 20 years, but sewing since she was about 10 years old. She has always been fascinated with quilts. After Fran retired, she happen to take a class and the rest is history.
Fran says she doesn't have the patience for mini quilts and prefers larger quilts with traditional patterns.
Fran was a stay at home mom for a lot of years, then got a job in an office and was a legal secretary at a large prominent law firm in Alaska. She had four children. Carla, Paula, Lynnette and Greg. As many of you know, Greg passed away in 2013. She has 10 grandchildren. Fran is originally from Maine, but spent the last 35 years before moving to Carson, Iowa in Alaska.
Fran enjoys sewing with groups in Council Bluffs, Quilts from the Bluffs. They are a charity group. She is largely responsible for the quilting group that meets in Oakland every other Thursday at Fellowship of Faith church.
Crocheting, embroidery, and reading are her other hobbies. I also know that she is a wonderful long arm quilter.
When asked how big is your stash.... she just says too BIG!!!! I can attest to that... well not toooooo big, but big.
Our spotlight this month is on Fran Dixon. Fran has been quilting for about 20 years, but sewing since she was about 10 years old. She has always been fascinated with quilts. After Fran retired, she happen to take a class and the rest is history.
Fran says she doesn't have the patience for mini quilts and prefers larger quilts with traditional patterns.
Fran was a stay at home mom for a lot of years, then got a job in an office and was a legal secretary at a large prominent law firm in Alaska. She had four children. Carla, Paula, Lynnette and Greg. As many of you know, Greg passed away in 2013. She has 10 grandchildren. Fran is originally from Maine, but spent the last 35 years before moving to Carson, Iowa in Alaska.
Fran enjoys sewing with groups in Council Bluffs, Quilts from the Bluffs. They are a charity group. She is largely responsible for the quilting group that meets in Oakland every other Thursday at Fellowship of Faith church.
Crocheting, embroidery, and reading are her other hobbies. I also know that she is a wonderful long arm quilter.
When asked how big is your stash.... she just says too BIG!!!! I can attest to that... well not toooooo big, but big.
Wednesday, August 20, 2014
Tuesday, August 19th
August Meeting
A beautiful night in August for our meeting. There were 11 members present. We were unable to read the minutes. We will catch up with those next time. Shelly has been to the bank and all name transfers have been done. IT'S OFFICIAL>... IT'S OFFICIAL> Shelly is our treasurer. She had no activity this month, so our balance remains the same.
Roxie reported on the charity quilting. Just to reemphasize walker bags should be 15 inches square with 8" straps folded in 1/2. Velcro closures are probably be best, but buttons could be used too. Shirley showed us all the walker bags she had made. They were lovely. She lined hers and did a great job, as always. Charity quilts should measure 40x40. Dorothy tried her talent at the "expanding block" that Shelly demonstrated last month, and has a top ready for us.
Roxie is going to schedule a sew day on Sept 6th starting at 9:30.
We finalized the Shop Hop info. We will meet at 8:30 at the Bakery in Walnut on Aug. 23.. Luann, Sharon, and Roxie will drive. We should have plenty of room with 3 cars.
Everyone was reminded to bring their 1 yard Challenge quilt at the next meeting on September 16th. There may be prizes..... lol
We had show and share and as always there were lots of great quilts
I demonstrated Tube quilting.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vOWSp0mTTqE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mFqyQSYeW9w&list=UU5Ea9yiDZ2grViTGvc0XzZA
Here are a couple links that may help you out if you are interested in making a tube quilt.
Elaine is going to do the program next month. It is Sept. Surprise. Everyone should bring a needle and thread for her demo.
We played Quilto and Shirley won.... yeah... she received all the lavender strips. Next month we should bring fall leaves 2 1/2 inch WOF... fall colors .
New Business included talk of the Christmas party. It was decided to have it on December 9th at 6:00. We will meet at Dorine's home. Everyone will bring finger food to share. Dorine will have soda and water... if you want something else , please bring that yourself. We should bring a $10 homemade item for a gift exchange and you should also bring your secret sisters gift. Secret sisters will be revealed that night.
We also decided to provide the Secretary, Charmayne , a roll of stamps and an allowance for cards that she sends to members. We will also try to reimburse her for past cards and postage that she has sent.
We also discussed providing a reimbursement for the drivers for the shop hop. Since our treasury is healthy we will give $40 to each driver. If the occupants of the cars want to do more that is up to them.
Sally is collecting quilts for the Carsten's Farm event Sept 6-7th. She will not be able to attend, so would like to get all quilts before the 4th of Sept. If any of you have them, either bring to the Shop hop, or call Sally to make arrangements. If you haven't been to Carsten's, it is great fun, they have vendors and displays.... fun for hubbies too.
Another busy night, with lots to discuss, and laugh about.
We are especially keeping Charmayne and Shirley in our thoughts and prayers.
See you all at the Shop hop or on Sept. 16th at our next meeting.
A beautiful night in August for our meeting. There were 11 members present. We were unable to read the minutes. We will catch up with those next time. Shelly has been to the bank and all name transfers have been done. IT'S OFFICIAL>... IT'S OFFICIAL> Shelly is our treasurer. She had no activity this month, so our balance remains the same.
Roxie reported on the charity quilting. Just to reemphasize walker bags should be 15 inches square with 8" straps folded in 1/2. Velcro closures are probably be best, but buttons could be used too. Shirley showed us all the walker bags she had made. They were lovely. She lined hers and did a great job, as always. Charity quilts should measure 40x40. Dorothy tried her talent at the "expanding block" that Shelly demonstrated last month, and has a top ready for us.
Roxie is going to schedule a sew day on Sept 6th starting at 9:30.
We finalized the Shop Hop info. We will meet at 8:30 at the Bakery in Walnut on Aug. 23.. Luann, Sharon, and Roxie will drive. We should have plenty of room with 3 cars.
Everyone was reminded to bring their 1 yard Challenge quilt at the next meeting on September 16th. There may be prizes..... lol
We had show and share and as always there were lots of great quilts
I demonstrated Tube quilting.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vOWSp0mTTqE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mFqyQSYeW9w&list=UU5Ea9yiDZ2grViTGvc0XzZA
Here are a couple links that may help you out if you are interested in making a tube quilt.
Elaine is going to do the program next month. It is Sept. Surprise. Everyone should bring a needle and thread for her demo.
We played Quilto and Shirley won.... yeah... she received all the lavender strips. Next month we should bring fall leaves 2 1/2 inch WOF... fall colors .
New Business included talk of the Christmas party. It was decided to have it on December 9th at 6:00. We will meet at Dorine's home. Everyone will bring finger food to share. Dorine will have soda and water... if you want something else , please bring that yourself. We should bring a $10 homemade item for a gift exchange and you should also bring your secret sisters gift. Secret sisters will be revealed that night.
We also decided to provide the Secretary, Charmayne , a roll of stamps and an allowance for cards that she sends to members. We will also try to reimburse her for past cards and postage that she has sent.
We also discussed providing a reimbursement for the drivers for the shop hop. Since our treasury is healthy we will give $40 to each driver. If the occupants of the cars want to do more that is up to them.
Sally is collecting quilts for the Carsten's Farm event Sept 6-7th. She will not be able to attend, so would like to get all quilts before the 4th of Sept. If any of you have them, either bring to the Shop hop, or call Sally to make arrangements. If you haven't been to Carsten's, it is great fun, they have vendors and displays.... fun for hubbies too.
Another busy night, with lots to discuss, and laugh about.
We are especially keeping Charmayne and Shirley in our thoughts and prayers.
See you all at the Shop hop or on Sept. 16th at our next meeting.
Friday, July 25, 2014
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