Next Meeting – December 11, 2017

Greetings Sisters of the Thread!

It was so good to see so many of you arrive early to shop at the Company Store and to visit.  Again, the room was buzzing with conversation and anticipation.  Lorraine Owen reported to me that there was quite the surge of business at the Company Store prior to the meeting.  Clearly, the activity centralized around the refreshments tables at break.  Did you see the book at the Mentor’s Table that our own Carolyn Edwards is published in?

I’m sure many of you will join me in saying how much I really enjoyed learning of friendship and signature quilt history from our guest lecturers, Lenna DeMarco and Anne Hodgkins.  They shared beautiful quilts from our past.  What treasures!

We, as the Executive Committee, understand that change takes some adjustment, and isn’t always comfortable.  I truly appreciate the feedback I received about the November meeting, both at the meeting and through email.  After considering all input, we (your EC) consciously placed Show & Tell as the final agenda item not only to dedicate ample time to Show & Tell, but to allow members time after the meeting to approach those who shared their quilts, to take a closer look, to ask questions, and to commend the beautiful workmanship for which they are so proud.  As you show your quilts, then get your pictures taken, you are encouraged to spread your quilts out on the tables near the Company Store so others may take a closer look.  The extra tables are provided for that purpose, though with the party, the set up will be a bit different.  The partition may not be open.

As I had mentioned in prior newsletters, you can bring in your completed President’s Challenge Ugly Fabric quilts any time for Show and Tell, as we’d love to see your progress.  Sue Weisshaupt did just that with her whimsical quilt titled, “Why Did the Chicken Cross the Road”.  Just to let you know, she had just picked up a brown bag at the October meeting, and as the result of being the first to share her finished project at a meeting, received a certificate for a free TBQ workshop of her choice.

We had several new faces at the October Handmade Hugs workshop on the 4th Monday, and machines were humming.  Several quilts received personalized Handmade Hugs from TBQ labels, and Diane Belveal reported to the guild that 19 quilts, along with several pillowcases were delivered to the CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) office that Friday.  Remember, with the holidays in November and December, our workshops won’t resume until January.

Falling Leaves fell upon one of our newest members, Lari Reger, as our recipient of the November blocks of the month.  Congratulations Lari.  I went ahead and made up 10 of these blocks for myself to create a table runner for our holiday table.  It’s still in its flimsy state at this point, so maybe I’ll have it ready by next fall.

I was talking with my sis, Pat (Hopgood – you see her in the kitchen at the meetings) Tuesday following the meeting, and I see on my caller ID that it is an incoming call from St. Luke’s.  I tell Pat, “This is St. Luke’s, I’d better take this…hold on.”  On the line was the church sexton, Tom Ghan, who so kindly sets up the parish hall each month for us.  He was so excited, he couldn’t wait to let me know our canned food count:  204 ITEMS WERE DONATED BY TBQ MEMBERS AT THE NOVEMBER MEETING!!!  I don’t know if we can top that for December, but in the spirit of giving this holiday season, we can certainly try!!  Keep it up, gals!  This is so very much appreciated!

I featured the Singer 66 at the November meeting.  These were one of Singers most popular models, and were manufactured between 1902 and 1956.  I brought in a 1910 Red Eye treadle, which I had pulled from its cabinet to share.  As an early model, it had no numerical guides on the thread tension, or the stitch length regular, nor did it have a reverse.  I also shared a 1941 crinkle finish machine (also pulled from a treadle cabinet), which I had temporarily converted to a hand crank machine with a reproduction crank, which are readily available today.  The third machine was the traditional plain black machine, with simple filigree decals.  It dated to 1951.  All three are straight-stitch only machines, with the latter two having reverse stitch capabilities.

Our holiday party, “A Chocolate Affair” promises to be another fun time.  Though I didn’t originally plan to bring machines to our December gathering, I have been asked to do so.  Look for something a bit different this month, a little something unexpected, and another bit of sewing machine history.

And Sew it Goes…Pedal on, Girls!
Find Joy in the Journey!
Rosemary Carr, President
Thumb Butte Quilters’ Guild

 Congratulations on accepting the TBQ President’s
2017-2018 Brown Bag “Ugly Fabric” Challenge!

Before starting, take a photograph of the fabric.  You’ll want to attach a 4”x6” photo (copy paper print is fine) to your completed quilt.

LET’S HAVE SOME FUN!!

Guidelines:

      • You must incorporate your entire ½ yard of “ugly fabric” into your completed quilt top.
      • The “ugly fabric” cannot be used in the binding or on the backing of the quilt.
      • Quilts can be completed any preferred method (piecing, applique, etc.) of quilting.
      • Must be a minimum of 45”x45” (or 40”x50”, etc.) Crib size.
      • Maximum size not to exceed 65”X65” (or 60”x70”, etc.) Lap size.
      • Must be completed (quilted and bound) by the May 14, 2018 TBQ meeting, with photo of original “ugly fabric” attached, in order to be included in the Members” Choice voting.
      • Top awards will be presented at the June 11, 2018, meeting.

    Programs

    The December Hostesses are planning a great Holiday Party with the theme “It’s A Chocolate Affair.”  We will play the game “Left Right Center” using 2 1/2″ strips, so, bring 9 – 2 1/2″ strips of fabric in Christmas colors and you can play “LRC” 3 times.  Be sure to bring your quilts for Show and Tell including any Jelly Roll quilts or quilts made using 2 1/2″ strips.  During lunch, we will draw for door prizes.  Join us for a fun day!

    Here come the P.I.G.’s!

  • January is always a time for resolutions and a time to get organized and make a list of the projects you would like to get done for the year.  If you are in the category of Quilters who are making plans for your next project, have we got a Challenge for you!!
    Plan to be a participant in TBQ’s P.I.G. Challenge.  P.I.G. = Projects In a Grocery bag. Participants bring 2 UFO’s, show them and explain what is needed to complete each project.  The members vote on the one they think you should finish – usually the most difficult one.  These will be documented, and you will have one year to finish.
    An example of what is involved in the P.I.G. Challenge will take place at December’s Meeting.  Start rummaging through your UFO’s.  Think about projects you want to get finished.Kathleen Bond
    Program Chair

    Workshops

    January 8 ~  Featherweight Maintenance Workshop

    1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
    St. Luke’s Episcopal Church

    We have a full roster of attendees for this workshop.  For those who have signed up, here is a reminder:  Do you need new accessories?  Check your Featherweight belt and shoes now.  If you see small cracks in the rubber when you twist the belt, it needs to be replaced.  If your original gray feet are cracked, smashed or missing, they need to be replaced.  Rosemary Carr will place an order for replacements.  You will be charged for actual cost.  You need to let her know by December 15.  Reminder:  bring your machine, its case, the owner’s manual, and everything that came with the machine.  Pointers will also be given on how to give your original case a facelift.

    February 12 ~ Crazy Quilting Workshop

    1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
    St. Luke’s Episcopal Church

    This is a new workshop!  Pam Jones will be giving the program on Crazy Quilts.  Kathleen Bond and Carolyn Edwards will be offering a workshop on Crazy Quilting.  We’ve been crazy quilting for 12 years.  We aren’t experts…but we will sure share what we know!  Most everything we know we learned from Geo Mickelson!  Workshop sign-ups will begin December 11th!

    March 12 and 13 ~ Lura Schwarz Smith @ $55

    1 1/2 day class
    Yavapai Hills Clubhouse
    3/12 – 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
    3/13 – 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
    We don’t really have a definition of this class yet, but she’s such an art quilt guru, there are 10 folks signed up already!  It’s all about Tsukineko inks, and everything you can do with them!

    Workshops are offered to members and when space is available, classes may be offered to others outside the guild membership. When you sign up for a workshop, carefully read the instructions for fees and supplies. Fees are due and payable on the date of signup to hold your space. No refunds will be made for cancellations. If you find you cannot attend the class, you must ask the Workshops Chair if there are people on a class waitlist who can take your place. If not, then you must find your own replacement.

    Workshops are held at the Yavapai Hills Clubhouse, 4975 Hornet Drive, Prescott. When the class is on a Monday after our regular meeting, the class will begin at 1 p.m. and run until approximately 4 p.m. Whole day classes start at 9:30 a.m. (arrive by 9 a.m. for setup) and usually run until 4:30 p.m. with a 1-hour lunch break.
    Carolyn Edwards
    Workshop Chair
     

    Membership

    We just added 2 new members and 1 reenrolling member:  Welcome back Angie Christy, and welcome Judy Lundquist and Anne Marston.

    Linda Craig
    Membership Chair

    Community Service: Handmade Hugs

     I delivered 19 quilts this month and attended the adoption ceremony where 25 adoptions took place. It was very rewarding to see the children of all ages choose a quilt to take home with them to commemorate their very important day.

    I have quite a few more completed quilts that Maryann Conner just sewed labels on and they will be delivered in early December. No Handmade Hugs workshops this month or next. Enjoy the holidays and all the activities they bring, with family and loved ones and know how special these quilts are to these children and their families. Thank you for all your contributions of fabrics, time, sewing assembling kits and quilting for this very rewarding project.

    Diane Belveal
    Community Service Chair

     
    Block of the Month

     Well Quilter’s, we had fun in the Pumpkin patch and raked up some Leaves, so it’s time to go inside and decorate for Christmas with a Holiday Wreath…paper pieced.
    Congratulations to Lari Reger for winning the BOM blocks for November!
    Remember, if you are interested in the free pattern for the leaf block, go to:
    http://www.clothworks.com/media/productmedia/2045/forestfloorquilt.pdf

    If you have a suggestion for a future BOM, please contact me anytime. Thank you

    Carol Sweeden
    Block of the Month Coordinator

    Prescott Adult Center Exhibit

     Merry Holidays, everyone!  The Christmas Quilts will be hanging at the Adult Center on Monday, November 27, and will be there until mid-January.  There is reason to celebrate!  If you have friends and family coming for the holidays, be sure to take them to see the quilts!  That’s 1280 Rosser Street in Prescott.  We have Pam Calhoon, Rosemary Carr, Marti Harbour, Jane Holland, Susan Joy Noyes, Kathleen Semerau, Carol Sweeden, and Sue Weisshaupt to thank for sharing their quilts during the holidays.  There are new quilts that haven’t even been home for Christmas yet!  And new member Kathleen Semerau has thrown THREE quilts into the mix!  Wow!  Big THANK YOU’s to everyone!

    If you have exhibit ideas, please let me know.  After TEN years of this, it’s a bit of a challenge keeping theme ideas fresh.  Help me out here!

    Quilt Sizes Needed:
    LARGE:  from 60″ to 90″ wide, any length.  (Need SIX.)
    SMALL:  from 45″ to 60″ wide, any length.  (Need FOUR.)

Chamber of Commerce Exhibit

 Come and enjoy the new display of Fall quilts at the Chamber of Commerce this month. Quilts have been on display continuously since April of 2009 and is a shared task between Thumb Butte Quilters’ Guild and Mountain Top Quilters’ Guild.

Quilts by: Patti Taber

Kay Wentworth
Chamber of Commerce Coordinator
 

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