Author: Heart in Hand

General Meeting Minutes – April 14, 2025

General Meeting was called to order at 9:30 am by President CoCo Alaniz

o Welcome to members and guests. Happy Spring!
o Motion to accept March 10, 2025 minutes by Jamie Davis, seconded by Martha
Ferreira. Motion carried.
o Welcome to our members and Speaker Martie Winkleman and her amazing
Apparel Trunk Show that she will be sharing with us today.

Membership – Dawnell Muecke

o Welcomed 2 visitors from Mountain Top and 5 others.
o Our $35.00 dues for the 2025 -2026 year are now being collected. Please pay at the May and June meetings. Checks can also be dropped off at Prescott Quilt
Works.

Handmade Hugs – Jamie Davis

o A total of 590 Items have been donated.
o The next gathering will be at Stone Ridge on May 3. All are invited.
o Top quilters are still needed to finish quilts that are already pieced.

Newcomers- Mary Ellen Coe
o Newcomers meets monthly and is a great way to meet other members. All
are welcome.


Refreshments/July Party – Deb Johnson

o The July Hostesses will be meeting immediately after our meeting today.

Programs and Workshops- Deb Johnson and Kathleen Bond
o Today Martie Winkleman will be presenting a Trunk Show.
o Tomorrow Carrie Casto will be leading a free Walking Foot class at Trinity
Presbyterian from 9:00 -4:00. Bring machine, walking foot and neutral
thread. Attendees will be learning how to sandwich and machine quilt on
small quilts for Handmade Hugs.
o On May 12 th our speaker will be Rob Appell. Following the meeting he will
hold a half day Wonky Log Cabin workshop at Trinity Presbyterian.
o On May 13 th Rob will be leading his Super 60 Sampler workshop at Trinity.
o At our June 9 th meeting Shirlee Smith will be presenting a Trunk Show.

Other – Dog Beds- Karen Varela
o Karen is no longer able to collect the scraps for dog beds and is looking for
someone who is able to take it over.

Speaker Introduction -Deb Johnson introduced Martie Winkleman who presented an Apparel
Trunk Show

Break Time – Coco Alaniz


o 20 minutes. Purchase Birthday Tickets, Opportunity Quilt Tickets, visit Company Store and turn in Block of the Month.
Meeting called back to order at 11:00 am.

Quilt Show
– Carrie Casto
o She encouraged each member to enter at least one quilt for the show. The goal
is to have 250-300 entries. All quilts need to be registered including Past
Presidents, Court House and Presidents Challenge quilts.
o Carrie will help anyone that has any difficulty doing the online registration. The Deadline is May 15 th .

–Katherine Semarau
o Please visit table as you leave to sign up to help with the Quilt Show. Many
opportunities for set up/ tear down, including selling pins, making baskets, Small Quilt Auction, Market Place Items.

–Cathy Day
o We need many more items to sell at the Quilt Show Marketplace. She has
patterns for Prosperity Birds that are very simple to make.
–Angela Smith
o Please let Angela know if you will be able to donate a quilt for the Small Quilt
Auction.

Elections- Coco Alaniz

o Elections for the 2025/2026 will be at our May meeting.
o The Present Slate of Officers are:
President – Jamie Davis
Vice President – Deb Johnson
Secretary- Dana Swain and Holly Purdom
Treasurer – Judith Dobke

Block of the Month –Shirlee Smith

o The past 2 months were a cute rabbit block. 24 blocks were made so they were
divided and she drew 2 winners of the blocks.

Birthday Drawing- Arleen Morris
Show and Tell- Mary Vaughan
Meeting was adjourned at 11:32

Note – A Quilt Show Committee meeting will follow the TBQG Board meeting on May 5 th approx. 10:45 at Prescott Quilt Works.

Respectfully submitted by Stephanie Fullerton

Monthly News – May 12, 2025

president’s message

 
 

 

Hello Quilty Friends,
What an exciting month it’s been! A huge thank you to Martie Winkelman for her absolutely delightful and inspiring trunk show of amazing wearables. Every piece was a work of art, and we so appreciate you sharing your creativity and talent with us!

 

Also, a big shoutout to Carrie Casto—NOT Castro!—for not only sharing her beautiful work but for stepping up and recruiting helping hands for our Handmade Quilts Day on Tuesday, April 15th. Your dedication keeps our guild moving forward, one stitch at a time.

Looking ahead, we are thrilled to welcome Rob Appell in May! Rob will be teaching on Monday afternoon following our regular meeting at Trinity Presbyterian Church, and again on Tuesday. If
you haven’t signed up yet, don’t wait—his classes are sure to be a treat!

And yes… the countdown is on! Our Quilt Show is just around the corner, and it’s time to get those quilts registered. All the details can be found on our website, and of course, Carrie Casto (remember, not Castro!) is available to help with any questions. This includes the Nursery Rhyme Presidential Challenge Quilts. Let’s plan on a Show N Tell in June.

As the days get warmer, don’t forget to stay hydrated—we’ve got lots of PIGs (Projects In Grocery sacks!) and WIPs to tackle!

Stay happy and keep on sewing,
Coco Alaniz, President

membership

Hi Everyone!  We had 89 people attend our April meeting and 8 guests came to enjoy Marti’s awesome trunk show.  Let’s also welcome our 2 new members who joined after the presentation, Lorin Franco and Susan Henry!

At the May meeting we will be collecting the $35 yearly dues for the 2025/2026 year.  Check or cash is welcome, but honestly checks are the easiest form of payment.  You can just drop the check off at the membership desk and you don’t have to wait for a receipt!  We had 33 members renew at the April meeting and hope that we get the rest in May.   If you won’t be at the next meeting or want to pay now, you can make out your  $35 check to TBQ and put 2025/2026 dues in the memo field and mail to:
 
Thumb Butte Quilters Guild
PO Box 3457
Prescott, AZ 86302-3457  
 
Thank you and see you at the next meeting!
Dawnell, Alicia and Shelley, Membership Team

hostesses

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. 

May hostesses are Patti Gerlitz, Cheryl Giovenco, Marie Gniazdowski, Sheryl Goddard, Shelley Graham, Terry Grenier, Molly Haney-Burleigh, Sharon Harris, Liz Hart, Kim Hastings, and Pamela Hengeveld.

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 May Birthdays to Sheryl Townsend, Diana Atkins, Marie Gniazdowski, Angela Smith, Gayle Deboom, Cathi O’Neill, and Suzy Davidson.

quilt show

TBQ members:  we need you!!!  Our 2025 quilt show is June 13 and 14.   Here are some ways you can help!
 
QUILT REGISTRATION:  We need your beautiful quilts to display.  Register your quilt by May 15th by clicking on this link
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfIEdi5FilyFE–gmdup-2F2XCDxX0debBu-79VKXdaTNcB_A/viewform?usp=sf_link,  Questions?  Contact Carrie Casto.
 
RAFFLE BASKETS:
We are asking your support in helping to reach our fundraising goals by donating a basket to be raffled off at our Quilt Show on June 13th and 14th .
We constantly see evidence of your talent and we’re confident you can showcase your creativity in a basket.
Here are just a couple of ideas for baskets –
Self-care
Gardening
Pet Lovers
Arts and Crafts
Kid’s Activity
We would like to have your basket by May 15th if possible. If you are unable to bring it to a meeting, please contact us and we can pick it up.
Thanks so much for your support.

Shelli Leffert and Judith Dobke, Chairs

“RETREAT LITE” RETURNS

Once again, we welcome you to join our two-day “RETREAT LITE” coming again on Monday, June 30th and Tuesday, July 1st.  Our RETREAT LITE program offers a no-frills sewing space for our members to gather together to sew, sing, stitch, and smile. The retreat will again be offered at the Trinity Presbyterian Church in Prescott from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM each of the two days. The cost remains the same at $15.00. 
 
SIGN UPS will be taken at the May and June General Meetings. Please come with your cash or check payable to TBQG to secure your spot. We have only twenty-four chairs to fill and they go fast! Look for Dana Swain sitting along the edge of the meeting space ready to take your reservation!
 
Questions? Please contact Dana Swain.
 
 
 
 

Monthly News – April 14, 2025

president’s message

Hello, TBQG Members!

A huge thank you to everyone who attended Dora Cary’s incredible trunk show. Wasn’t she just so inspiring? And to those who had the chance to take her class—what a blast! I know you came away with new skills, creative energy, and plenty of fresh ideas.

Looking ahead, I’m excited to share that next month we’ll have the pleasure of seeing our very own Martie Winkelman present her amazing wares at her trunk show. You won’t want to miss it!

And get ready for May, because Rob Appell will be joining us with some fabulous classes you’ll definitely want to sign up for. Be sure to check the TBQG website for all the details and registration info.

📢 Quilt Show Reminder: We’re just three months away! Have you prepared your quilts for submittal? The entry form deadline is April 15, so be sure to complete it on time. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Carrie Casto for assistance.

🔹 Heads-up: To shake things up a bit, the April Board meeting will be held on Monday, March 31 at 9:30 AM at Prescott Quilt Works.

I look forward to seeing you all on Monday, April 14 for another inspiring gathering.

Until then—keep on sewing!

Warmly,

Coco, President

mEmbership

Hi everyone! We had 99 members and 2 guests at our March meeting.  I think everyone really enjoyed Dora Carey’s presentation.

We will start accepting 2025/2026 $35 dues in April at our next meeting and would prefer checks if possible, made payable to TBQ!

See you in soon!

Dawnell, Alicia and Shelli, Co-Chairs

hostesses

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. 

April hostesses are  Lola Dyroy, Karen Eads, Carolyn Edwards, Norma Enfield, Cynthia Falzone, Martha Ferriera, Lydia Figueroa, Betty Foley, Judy Frost, Stephanie Fullerton, Janet Friedrich, and Shirley Fox.

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 April Birthdays to Annette Raithel, Susan Sweet, Lois Doerr, Christi Weedon, Cathy Horneman, Elizabeth Phinder, and Linda Trudeau.

quilt show

TBQ members:  we need you!!!  Our 2025 quilt show is June 13 and 14.   Here are some ways you can help!
 
QUILT REGISTRATION:  We need your beautiful quilts to display.  Register your quilt by May 15th by clicking on this link
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfIEdi5FilyFE–gmdup-2F2XCDxX0debBu-79VKXdaTNcB_A/viewform?usp=sf_link,  Questions?  Contact Carrie Casto.
 
RAFFLE BASKETS:
We are asking your support in helping to reach our fundraising goals by donating a basket to be raffled off at our Quilt Show on June 13th and 14th .
We constantly see evidence of your talent and we’re confident you can showcase your creativity in a basket.

Here are just a couple of ideas for baskets –
Self-care
Gardening
Pet Lovers
Arts and Crafts
Kid’s Activity

We would like to have your basket by May 15th if possible. If you are unable to bring it to a meeting, please contact us and we can pick it up.
Thanks so much for your support.

Shelli Leffert and Judith Dobke, Chairs

community service

Adult Center Display

The new display of quilts has been hung at the Prescott Adult Center on Rosser Rd. The theme is “Eclectic Quilts.” The quilts exhibit a variety of quilting techniques for the public to enjoy.

When I dropped the quilts off to be hung, I observed someone taking a picture of one of the quilts that was about to be replaced. And, when I came back to take pictures of the new display, there were three ladies in a serious discussion about one of the new quilts and remarking about much time and effort must go into making a quilt. The staff regularly tells me how much the visitors enjoy our quilts.

I want to give a big THANK YOU to the ladies who have been participating in this community service project. Maybe next time you can offer one of your quilts to be shown and, if you have family or friends in town, this is a good place to show it off in our mini quilt show!

Maryann Conner,  Adult Center Chair

General Meeting Minutes – March 10, 2025

9:00 Hospitality time and $5.00/Bag shopping at the Guild Store

9:30 Meeting called to order by President Coco Alaniz

● Approval of the General Meeting minutes from February was posed to the membership. Approval was motioned by Georgia Lindsey and seconded by Gerry Carr. No discussion. Motion approved.

● Welcome to speaker, Dora Cary of Orange Dot Quilts

COMMITTEE REPORTS

● Membership: Dawnell reported that we have two visitors today. Please note that membership sign-ups for the next year will start at the May meeting. Reminder to pick up your membership directories. Additional reminder: Please attend our Newcomer Group that is here to help our newest members connect with our guild.

● Handmade Hugs: Jamie reported that in our current fiscal year, our guild has made a total of 578 donation projects ranging from receiving blankets, burp cloths, to full quilts. Also noted that with JoAnn’s going out of business, Handmade Hugs will gladly accept your 2 ½ yard flannel donations. Always seeking top quilters ~ stay tuned for announcement about a free class on quilting offered to our guild members.

● Newcomers: Georgia announced that all are invited to make a trip down to the valley to visit quilt shops next Wednesday, March 19th. Meet at Costco at 8:00 AM to carpool/caravan. The April meeting for Newcomers will be held at Coco’s Prescott Quilt Works. Half-page flyer was made available to all.

● Newcomers Part Two: Carrie Casto held up a beautiful Red/White/Blue quilt completed by last year’s Newcomers Group that will be donated to the “Honor Flight” program. Carrie donated the quilting work and Angela Smith accepted the quilt for donation.

● Programs & Workshops: Deb reminded those who have pre-order tee shirts and bags to come and pick them up today. The bags will be sold at $15.00. Shirts for sale as well.

April: Our own Martie Winkelman will be showcasing her wearables in a trunk show. The workshop the following day (4/15) will be a FREE QUILTING CLASS taught by member Carrie Casto. Carrie will teach various techniques to help our members learn the quilting process. The quilting completed at this workshop will help our Handmade Hugs group to fully complete quilts for donation. Max. 20 people – sign ups taken today.

May: Rob Appell will be our guest speaker. He will teach a “Wonky Log Cabin” class on Monday afternoon at the Trinity Presbyterian Church. The cost is $25.00 and supply lists are available today. Sign up today! On Tuesday, May 13th, Rob will teach his “Super Sampler” class. The price is $35.00 (some pre-registered folks will receive a $10.00 refund today.) Sign ups are now being taken as there are a few new openings. The class requires a pattern and rulers.

June: This is the month of our quilt show. Our very own Shirlee Smith will present a truck show for the program and there will be no class in June. EVERYONE WILL BE PREPARING FOR THE QUILT SHOW.

● Introduction of Dora Cary and her presentation followed by a trunk show and pattern giveaway.

11:05 TO 11:20 BREAK

11:22 President Coco calls the meeting back to order.

ANNOUNCEMENTS, ETC.

● Opportunity Quilt Tickets: Liz Hart reviewed that our progress at ticket sales is only at 20% of our goal for opportunity quilt tickets. Please do what you can to purchase for yourself, sell to your neighbors, relatives and friends, and get the word out about these tickets. Liz will be traveling to Sedona tomorrow to sell. Share new venues with Liz and help us make our goal.

● Quilt Show: Pat Noel reminds us that our Quilt Show is coming and had these announcements:

○ Quilt Show entries should be to Carrie Casto by April 15th.

○ Raffle Baskets are being accepted now. Pat showed us one that was turned in today. (suggested baskets: plants/gardening, pets, wine/cheese as basket ideas – they don’t all have to be about quilting)

○ Small Quilt Auction items to Angela Smith by the May general meeting.

○ Items for the Marketplace should be to Cathy Day by the May general meeting.

○ Suzy Davidson reports that the vendor space for our show is sold out!!!!

○ Ribbons will be made this year by Martie Winkelman.

○ Georgia (Hospitality hostess) reminds us that ALL of our members at the Quilt Show will be “White Glove” equipped. These gloves will be available when you “check-in”.

○ The Quilt Show committee will start meeting at Coco’s Prescott Quilt Works after today. Next meeting is Monday, March 31st at 10:35.

● Marketplace: Cathy Day reminded the members that we need great participation in donated items that can be sold at the Quilt Show Marketplace. The deadline for these will be the May general meeting, however Cathy has a tub on her porch and can accept items there. Cathy also offered Kristine’s and Pat’s homes in Prescott for drop off.

● Quilt Camp: Cathy Day announced that there are still openings for our annual Quilt camp scheduled for March 24-27 at the Trinity Presbyterian Church in Prescott. Registration fee $125.00 covers lunch meal, treats, retreat center space, and prizes.

● Block of the Month: Shirlee Smith showed an example of the upcoming block which is a chocolate bunny. Patterns will be posted on the website. Fabric choices are up to the maker but should be spring like. The drawing for the 23 heart blocks turned in through February netted two winners – Kathleen Semerau and Barb Krit.

● Birthday Drawing

● Show & Tell

12:08 Meeting adjourned by President Coco

Respectfully submitted by Dana Swain, Secretary 

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