president’s message
Greetings, Quilter Pals!
I’m headed to a Quilt Retreat! Woohoo! And I’m hoping that ALL of you will have a chance to gather for a Quilt Retreat/Getaway one of these days soon! “Eat-Sleep-Sew!” It’s pretty dang w.o.n.d.e.r.f.u.l.!!! It’s magical! It’s a treat you deserve…because you’re worth it! I usually go on two retreats a year–spring and fall! But one of my quilter pals goes on FOUR a year–WOW! Go on a quilt retreat and then tell us about it!
I encourage you to finish up your President’s Quilt Challenge! Remember that it was an Orphan Block quilt or quilt top. It doesn’t even have to be quilted…it can just be a top…for this time around anyway! Next year, it can be a quilt! I’m re-writing the rules as we go along! 🙂 Prepare to show it at the June TBQ meeting! Woohoo!
OK…our next gathering is June 14th. That’s flag day. Bring your flag quilts for Show & Tell! Wow! We’re going to have a great Show & Tell at the June meeting! We’ll see you at the Elks Lodge in Prescott Valley (6245 E. Second Street).
Love and hugs to all! Be well! Stay healthy!
Carolyn Edwards, President
President-Elect
HELP WANTED!
Community Service
Ways & Means
Workshops
As we head into our new term for the Guild’s 2021-2022 year, we need some additional help in a few areas.
We need two members, or one Superhero, to step up and take charge of our Community Service’s Handmade Hugs. If I could, I would be President and Community Service, too, but I don’t see how I can do both justice, and remain happily married to my husband of 34 years.
We have three established entities, YRMC Birthing Center, Teen Closet and Oncology infusion centers.
If you have a heart for those facing challenges & caring, please send me a message or call me. There are plenty of projects and fabric to get, and keep, you going!
Our Ways & Means team is stepping down after several years of service, so the Guild needs some of you to step up and take over! Refer to your TBQG Directory for position responsibilities.
All of our past co-chairs are more than willing to coach & mentor, if you are unsure in taking on the position. Remember, without help our guild will suffer, and a few people can’t do it all.
Please search your heart and let me know if you can assist in the above areas.
Blessings,
Nan DeChant, President Elect
Birthdays
Birthday celebrants – When it’s your birthday month, please bring a wrapped gift suitable for a quilter, something you would like to receive with a value of at least $10.
June Birthdays – Cynthia Falzone, Dawnell Muecke, Carol Godfrey, Kay Wentworth, Cynthia Crull, Jean Ehlers, Cathy Day, Carlotta Brandenburg, Diane Grayson, Norma Kurr, Sandy Mazzurco, Carrie Castro.
Quilt Show
Howdy all of you Cow Pokes! We are getting down to the last couple of months before the Wildwest Quiltfest!!! Yahooooo!!!!
If you plan on entering a quilt in our quilt show your entry form is due at our June 14th meeting. The form is on our website click on TBQ QUILT SHOW FORM . Please turn in one form per entry. We request a picture of your quilt on the entry form. Your quilt does not have to be complete at this time! You can find instructions for making the quilt sleeve by clicking on Quilt Sleeve
We are looking for items to make our Market Place a great success! Please think about putting your creative juices to work. We are looking for pin cushions, cosmetic bags, napkin sets, coin purses, and any other clever items you design!
Be sure to turn in your Javelinas by the July meeting. We are also looking for pennants to decorate our event. Let us know if you want to keep your Javelina or if it is up for sale!
If you are donating a quilt for the sale/auction you can turn it in to Carol or Yvonne. Don’t forget we are looking for Raffle Baskets as well.
Ask a friend or get your friendship group to put one together!
And…..last but not least…..Please be sure to signup to help on August 7th!
Julie Eastman and Dawnell Muecke, Co-Chairs