president’s message
Life certainly has a way of speeding by. The holidays are already behind us, and we are creeping into Valentine’s Day. Before you know it, winter will be over and we’ll be wishing for cooler weather again. Now is a great time to finish up projects and think about pulling out those unfinished ones to share as a P.I.G. (Projects in Grocery Bags). Please contact Kathleen Bond if you have an unfinished project you’d like to complete.
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February Program
February brings us the Silent Auction and a preview of the P.I.G. projects. Remember to bring your checkbook or cash to purchase items from the auction. I’ve had a sneak peek at some of the extraordinary items donated to help raise funds for the guild. These funds help support our ongoing efforts to bring outstanding speakers—many of whom travel to the Prescott area from afar.
Please note: There will be no Company Store in February.
A special thank-you to Jeff Warner, our January presenter, for his incredible display of Bargello quilts and engaging PowerPoint presentation that brought many “oohs” and “ahs” from the audience. His Tuesday class was a great success, with many beautifully finished Star Bargello table toppers.
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Please Help Your Fellow Quilters Hear
Several members have asked that we remind everyone to be mindful of side conversations during presentations. Our meeting room can be difficult to hear in, and many members already struggle with hearing. Please be respectful of our guest speakers and fellow quilters by saving conversations for before the meeting, after the program, or during breaks. Thank you for your consideration!
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Quilt Camp and Retreat Lite
Now is a great time to sign up for Quilt Camp, which will be held March 23–26. Quilt Camp is a wonderful opportunity to start or finish projects while enjoying time with fellow quilting friends. See Cathy Day to sign up. At just $125, it’s a fantastic value—food, prizes, and fellowship included!
Retreat Lite sign-ups will begin in April and May.
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Opportunity Quilt Committee
A round of applause to everyone who has stepped forward to take blocks to sew—thank you! The committee is still looking for help with the final assembly and for a longarm quilter to finish this stunning quilt, “Victory Gardens” by Wing and a Prayer. Who can resist a red, white, and blue quilt in celebration of the 250th Anniversary of our great nation.
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In Closing
Your Executive Committee looks forward to seeing everyone in February. Thank you for your participation, creativity, generosity, and the wonderfful friendships we share as we quilt and sew together.
Jamie Davis, President
hostesses
If you cannot attend the meeting when it is your turn to hostess by bringing a treat, please arrange to trade with someone. Plan to arrive early to set up and stay late for clean up.
February hostesses are CoCo Alaniz, Michelle Anderson, Diana Atkins, Ellen Baker, Rose Bliss, Jessica Bodnicki, Mike Boyle, and Shelli Leffert.
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 January Birthday to Dianna Dunn, Dani Lerberg, Cheryl Giovenco, Fran Leslie, Betty Foley, Pat Noel, Karen Pizzuto, Martie Winkelman, Sally Thomas, Sue McIlwain, Barbara Sweeney, Mike Boyle, Jeanne Corrigan, Kathy Oppelt, Susan Lewis, Maryann Conner, and Carol Brownlow.
community service
Handmade Hugs
In January 2026, the following donations have been made:
PV Nursing newcomersRehab Center (10 quilts)
The next meeting of Handmade Hugs will be on February 7, 2026 at 9:00 AM at the Stoneridge Community Center.
Sheryl Goddard, Community Service Co-Chair
newcomers
We had a great time at the January Gathering, with 13 of us there, making and teaching the Project Bags. Carolyn Edwards also joined us to review Friendship Groups and for Show-and-Tell!
The February Gathering is with Handmade Hugs on Saturday, February 7 at the Stoneridge Community Center (from 9 to noon). The March Gathering will be a Road Trip to Phoenix Quilt Shops on Friday, March 13th. A few shops and a stop for lunch!
Photos from January Gathering
