president’s message
Greetings Quilters!
I would like to take the time to thank all of the President’s Challenge participants. I met with Diane Franzese of Honor Flight, who was over the moon with the spectacular quilts that were made for the organization. At this point, I delivered to her 40 throws and I have four quilts for Quilts of Valor. If you were unable to make the meeting on Monday and you would still like to bring a quilt, Diane will be attending our meeting on June 10. Again, thank you to everyone. I was truly humbled by the participation. You are all the best.
Our own Coco will be doing a trunk show at the meeting, followed by a class the next day. Keep an eye on your email so that you don’t miss the financials that will be voted on in June, along with our slate of officers. Also, don’t forget to bring your dues to the June meeting if you haven’t paid them already.
It is hard to believe that June is my last official meeting, and I want to thank you all for the support that you gave me during this last year. I’m truly proud to have been your president for this year.
In closing, we have many opportunities for you to get involved in the guild. I would like to add that if you truly are interested in something, don’t be afraid to step up and either start it or join it.
Thanks for a great year!
Angela Smith, President
MEMBERSHIP
Please welcome our newest member, Linda Schoenmakers. Give her a big welcome and show her what TBQ offers.
Membership Dues
A reminder that membership dues for 2024-2025 are by June 15, 2024. Please bring your check or cash in the amount of $35.00 to our June meeting. Thanks for your cooperation!
CoCo Alaniz, Chair
hostesses
June hostesses are: Kathy Spry, Nancy Stewart, Laura Stone, Erin Sullivan, Joy Swartz, Barbara Sweeney, Susan Sweet, Pauline Singleton, Carolyn Godfrey, Marie Gniazdowski, Pamela Hengeveld, and Linda Bagby.
If you cannot attend the meeting, when it is your turn to be a hostess by bringing a treat, please arrange to trade with someone. Plan to arrive early for setup and stay for cleanup.
BIRTHDAYS
celebrants – When it’s your birthday month, bring a wrapped gift suitable for a quilter, something you would like to receive, with a value of at least $10.
Happy June Birthday to Cynthia Falzone, Kate Parsons, Dawnell Muecke, Carol Godfrey, Alicia Czuzak, Kay Wentworth, Gayle Lee, Cathy Day, Debbie James, Ara Whetten, Sami Logan, Sandy Mazzurco, Carrie Casto, and Pauline Saskowsky.
ways and means
July Silent Auction
Fellow quilters, now is the perfect time to reorganize your sewing rooms.
Browse through your old projects and quilting items and ask yourself “Do I really want to finish this, Will I ever use this again?” If the answer is “NO” then now is the right time to get rid of that item.
Consider donating it to Thumb Butte Quilters Silent Auction where another quilter will fall in love with your project and want to take on the challenge. Objects are not limited to projects; consider rulers, irons, various quilting items. We ask that you provide the UFO pattern and any accompanying fabric that you might have.
The silent auction will take place at the July meeting. Liz Hart is collecting the UFO and finished objects at the June guild meeting.
Thank you for your supporting your guild.
Liz Hart, Chair