Author: TBQ

Monthly News – June 8, 2026

president’s message

Jamie Davis

It was amazing to see so many members in attendance at the May meeting. There is so much excitement as I look back over the past year of my presidency and see how our guild has grown. For me, it has been a truly blessed year filled with outstanding speakers and workshops. A special thank you to Deb Johnson and Kathleen Bond for working so diligently to bring us such high-quality and unique presenters throughout the year.

I also want to share how much I enjoyed hearing from retired astronaut and quilter, Karen Nyberg, and learning about her incredible journey from mechanical engineer to astronaut, mother, quilter, and fabric designer. What an inspiring story! We should all be encouraged by what one person can accomplish when pursuing a dream. If you missed her presentation, her website is karennybergart.com. Another heartfelt thank you to Deb Johnson and Kathleen Bond for their dedication in bringing Karen to our guild, as well as to the Designing Women for being prepared to step in if needed.

Nominations 2026–2027

We have completed the nominations for the 2026–2027 Executive Committee slate of officers. I am excited and proud to announce the following:

· Co-Presidents: Kathy Spry and Karen Eads

· Vice President: Erin Sullivan

· Treasurer: Judith Dobke

· Secretary: Nancy Lande

Their installation will take place in July before our annual birthday party. A big thank you to Dana Swain, Cathy Day, and Dawnell Muecke for their collective efforts in presenting a full slate of officers.

Budget Update 2026–2027

The budget will be emailed and presented several days before our next general meeting. At that time, we will ask for a vote to approve the budget for the upcoming year, which will include the quilt show.

President’s Challenge – Hopi Elders

I encourage everyone to bring the beautiful quilts you have created for donation to the Hopi Elders to the June meeting. Many of these quilts have already been shared during Show and Tell over the past few months, and it will be wonderful to see them displayed together as a collective effort.

Membership

Dues for 2026–2027 will remain the same. Please remember to drop off your $35.00 membership fee at the front sign-in desk as you enter the meeting room. We would love to have everyone included in the directory.

Workshops

In June, we are fortunate to welcome Jaimie Davis (not me!) to share her quilting talents through a workshop on ruching, followed the next day by a class on the Baltimore Album quilt. Please sign up as soon as possible.

Opportunity Quilt

Raffle tickets for the Opportunity Quilt will go on sale at the June general meeting. Tickets are $1.00 each or 6 tickets for $5.00. We will also need additional volunteers to help display the quilt as new showing opportunities become available.

This year, we will accept Zelle payments for ticket purchases, with a minimum purchase of $5.00.

250th Anniversary Quilts

I encourage everyone to bring the 250th Anniversary Quilts, inspired by Joy Swartz’s challenge, to future Show and Tell presentations throughout the coming year.

Quilt Show 2026-2027

The theme for our next quilt show is “Just Raven About Quilts,” tentatively scheduled for June 11–12, 2027. The traditional Quilt Show Challenge will be presented at our next meeting.

I encourage everyone to begin thinking about how you would like to support this incredible event. The success of our quilt show depends on the participation and involvement of all our members.

July Birthday Party

July will be our annual Birthday Party celebration. Thank you to the committee and all those working behind the scenes to make this event special.

There is no need to bring your birthday drawing item in July. Those items will instead be due in August.

Closing

“I don’t know the secret to happiness… but I do know I have never been sad in a fabric store.”

Jamie Davis, President

 

membership

Welcome New Members! Let’s give a warm Thumb Butte Quilters’ Guild welcome to Sharla Peterson, Rita Anderson, Martha Ward, and Paulette Kersten! Between the four of them, these talented stitchers bring an incredible 75 years of quilting experience to our group. We can’t wait to see their creativity in action and get to know them better at upcoming meetings and workshops.

Friendly Reminder: The June meeting is the last day to pay your $35 dues to be included in the guild directory. You can bring your payment to the meeting or mail it to TBQ, P.O. Box 3457, Prescott, AZ 86302. The directory will be promptly printed after the meeting—so don’t miss out!

Dawnell, Shelli & Alicia – Membership Team

HOSTESSES

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.

June hostesses are Tony Castle-Buss, Kay Donald, Patti Gerlitz, Cheryl Giovenco, Marie Gniazdowski, Sheryl Goddard, Shelley Graham, Terry Grenier, Molly Haley-Burleigh, Sharon Harris, Liz Hart, Sue McIlwain, Karen Pizzuto, Maureen Romano, and Connie Sieh.

 

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 birthdays to Cynthia Falzone, Kate Parsons, Dawnell Muecke, Alicia Czuzak, Kay Wentworth, Paulene Saskowsky, Cathy Day, Debbie James, Judi Kimbrell, and Carrie Casto.

community service

Handmade Hugs

In May the following donations have been made:

Yavapai Birthing Center (20 burp cloths, 19 receiving blankets)

PV Nursing and Rehab Center (20 quilts)

Prescott Village Nursing and Rehab Center (12 quilts)

Heartland Ranch (1 quilt)

Year to date a total of 671 items have been donated.

The next meeting of Handmade Hugs will be on June 6, 2026 at 9:00 AM at the Stoneridge Community Center. There will not be a Handmade Hugs meeting in July.

Sheryl Goddard, C0-Chair

newcomers

Newcomers had a wonderful year with new members and quiltyfun!  Our last gathering for the 2025-26 year was putting together the small auction quilt from the many blocks made by our members.  We laid it out on the design wall, stitched it together, quilted the other small auction quilt and the resulting topper is shown!  Thank you ladies for a wonderful year…

Georgia and Maryellen, C0-Chairs

 

JULY PARTY

Please mark your calendars for the July TBQ Birthday Celebration. This year we will celebrate the birthday of TBQ and the 250th birthday of our country. We will serve a light lunch and enjoy each other as we celebrate. Wear your best patriotic party clothes and be prepared to have some fun!

Deb Johnson & the party committee 

General Meeting Minutes – May 11, 2026

CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Jamie Davis at 9:31.
APPOVAL OF MINUTES: The meeting minutes from April’s General Membership meeting were presented for approval. A motion was made by Erin Sullivan and seconded by Kathleen Semerau to accept the minutes as written and posted on the website. A vote of membership was called, and the minutes were approved unanimously.
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE – Jamie Davis
 Our sister guild, Mountain Top Quilters, will hold their biannual quilt show on May 29 th and 30 th at the Findlay Center in Prescott Valley. Please support them. Entrance fee $10.00 for both days.
 The 2027 Opportunity Quilt was revealed to the membership. The quilt fabric was donated by member DeDe Erceg and the longarm quilting was completed by Kathy Hofmeister.
 Retreat Lite update: All 24 spots are taken for the retreat but see Dana Swain to be placed on the waitlist. Dates: May 25 th and 26 th at the Trinity Presbyterian Church in Prescott.
 The President’s Challenge will wrap up at the June meeting with all donations to the Hopi Elders being presented by their representative, Valerie. (See the website for more details.) Members are asked to sew on labels which can be picked up from Sheryl at the Community Service table today. The Hopi Elders group has provided lanyards for all participants.
 Updates on 2026-2027 Executive Committee nominations: Dana Swain and Cathy Day presented the slate of nominations. Slate: Co-Presidents – Kathy Spry and Karen Eads, Vice President – Erin Sullivan, Treasurer – Judith Dobke, and Secretary – OPEN (not filled at this time.) President Jamie presented the slate to the membership and entertained nominations
from the floor. None were spoken. The slate will be published on the Guild’s website, and the general membership will vote on the new officers at the June meeting.
o Jamie announced that Barbara Saia has volunteered to take the role of “Workshops” to work closely with the newly voted Vice President.
o Jamie also reminded our membership that both the Community Service and
Newcomers positions remain unfilled and asked for volunteers to see her at break.
 The Elks have notified us that they no longer want us to leave our recyclables near the door as has been done in the past.
 At the end of today’s meeting, please stay to help box and load the items from the store.
MEMBERSHIP REPORT – Shelli Leffert
 Be sure to renew your membership today and no later than the June general meeting.
 We had three visitors at today’s meeting and no new members.
TREASURER’S REPORT – Judith Dobke
 Judith reported that the 2026-2027 budget has been updated and will be presented to the membership at the June meeting for vote. A copy of the proposed budget is available today at the Treasurer’s table and it will be emailed to every member the Friday before our June
General meeting for review.

 Reminders that both the Balance Sheets and Profit and Loss statements are available for viewing each month at the Treasurer’s table.
 The Guild’s certificate of deposit was rolled over and will mature in November.
 The Guild will now be able to take Zelle payments (minimum of $5.00). We will be rolling out this new form of payment for our Opportunity Quilt tickets ONLY. Raffle tickets will be ready for purchase at the June General meeting.
COMMUNITY SERVICE – Sheryl Goddard
 For the month of April, 12 lap quilts, 9 receiving blankets and 17 burp clothes were donated to our community.
 Sheryl read a thank you note from Blankets4Kids for our Guild’s donations to their program.
 Reminder that the next gathering of Handmade Hugs will be on June 6 th at the Stoneridge Community Center in Prescott Valley. All projects are “beginner level” and we encourage all guild members to participate. See the Community Service table for project packets.
 Reminder – there will be no meeting of Handmade Hugs in July due to the holiday.
 Note: This position has not been filled for next year’s term.
NEWCOMERS – MaryEllen Coe and Georgia Lindsay
 The final meeting for this year will be held at MaryEllen’s home this Friday, May 15h. The Newcomers group will be assembling the quilt blocks made throughout this year to produce a quilt for the Small Quilt auction at next year’s Quilt Show.
 MaryEllen also has another quilt ready for quilting, and she encourages a volunteer to step forward and work to get this one done for the small quilt auction as well.
 Note: This position has not been filled for next year’s term.
WAYS AND MEANS – Gerry Carr and Carol Grimes
 License plate frames and plates are continuing to be sold. See Gerry Carr during the break.
 In addition, 2025 Quilt Show commemorative pins are available on a donation basis.
 Sign-Up sheets are available starting today to sit with our 2027 Opportunity Quilt. Currently taking sign ups for the Mountain Top Quilt Show and the County Fair (September 9-13) which will be held at the Rodeo grounds in Prescott. Every member is encouraged to volunteer to sit
with our Opportunity Quilt as this is a major fundraiser for our Guild.
WORKSHOPS – Kathleen Bond and Deb Johnson
 Coming in June is Jaimie Davis and her class on Baltimore Album techniques, specifically ruching. The class fee will incorporate the supplies. Sign up today!
 In July, we will be celebrating our Guild’s birthday with a party. Deb requested that the party hostesses meet for a short time after today’s meeting.
 Deb introduced our Zoom speaker today, Karen Nyberg ~ “The Astronaut Quilter”.
 Deb acknowledged the “Designing Women” small group for their willingness to step forward to be our presenters this month should our speaker not be able to present.
TODAY’S PRESENTATION – Karen Nyberg
 Of special note, Karen has authored a children’s book which will be released in September and is available now for pre-order: A Quilt of Stars.

 Karen has worked with Robert Kaufmann to design three lines of fabric: “Earth Views”, “Orbital Sunrise”, and “Earth Views – Oceans”.
 Karen’s website: karennybergart.com
BREAK TIME 10:57 to 11:21
 Today the Guild store is having a $5.00-a-bag sale. Be sure to get your bag-full!
 See Jamie if you’d like to volunteer for a position yet unfilled for next year.
FURTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS – President, Jamie Davis
 A big “Thank You” to the small group of members who spent time in our Guild’s storage space straightening and purging. It now looks a lot better. Please be mindful to keep it clean and
uncluttered by putting items back where they belong.
 Great news! Nancy Lande has placed her name in nomination for Guild Secretary. She would like to find a partner to work alongside her in this position.
 More great news! MaryEllen Coe has offered to take the lead in Community Service for the next year.
 Another big “Thank You” to Chris Sommerfelt for her work on the new Guild logo.
 Thanks were passed along to Carrie Casto for her assistance in making today’s Zoom presentation possible through her masterful technology skills. More thanks were shared for Carol Wright’s suggestion of Karen Nyberg as a today’s speaker.
QUILT SHOW REPORT – Carrie Casto and Deb Johnson
 Acknowledgement went out to Dawnell Muecke for her work in designing the logo for our 2027 Quilt Show. The logo was presented on the screens around the room for all to see and admire.
 The theme of our 2027 Quilt Show will be “Just Raven About Quilts”.
 The dates for our 2027 Quilt Show are tentatively set for June 11 and 12, 2027 and we will return to the location of Prescott High School.
 Deb and Carrie announced that there will be MANY opportunities for volunteers as chairs and committee members for our quilt show. Co-chairing is highly encouraged!
 The traditional “Quilt Show challenge” will be revealed next month.
 Reminder that next month we will begin selling 2027 Opportunity Quilt raffle tickets and trying out the new Zelle method of payment. All members are encouraged to buy!
BLOCK OF THE MONTH – Angela Smith
 Angela shared that we had 24 STAR blocks turned in this month. The blocks were won by Olivia Turnham.
 Next month’s block of the month will be a log cabin constructed with 2 ½ inch strips. Directions will be available on the website.
 The members sang Angela “Happy Birthday”.
BIRTHDAY DRAWING – Arleen Morris
 Today’s raffle was for five birthday gifts. A 2025 commemorative Quilt Show pin was included in each gift today.
 Reminder: There will be no Birthday drawing in July due to the Guild’s Birthday Party program.
July birthday members can bring their gifts in either June or in August.

 President Jamie gave a shout out to Arlene for volunteering to learn the job of Webmaster in the coming year.
SHOW AND TELL – Mary Vaughn
ADJOURNMENT – Jamie Davis
 Jamie made a final reminder to the members about Joy Swartz’s challenge to all members of the guild to produce a patriotic quilt this 250 th year of our United States. Those who made the quilts/projects are encouraged to bring them to the June and July meetings to reveal.
 The Guild meeting was adjourned by President, Jamie Davis at 11:43.
 Our next General meeting will be held on Monday, June 8 th .
Minutes taken by Guild Secretary, Dana Swain ____________________________

May 11, 2026

 

Monthly News – May 11, 2026

president’s message

Jamie DavisHello TBQ Guild Members,

If you haven’t noticed, we have welcomed many new faces to our guild recently. Please take a few moments to introduce yourself and make our new members feel welcome. Their arrival has certainly kept our Membership Committee busy ordering new name badges and updating the directory.

Please review your information in the current directory, and if you notice any corrections needed to your name, phone number, or other details, notify the Membership Committee as soon as possible.

If you would like a new name badge featuring our updated guild logo, please see the Membership Committee. The cost is a minimal $5.00. The new logo, created by Chris Sommerfield, has been met with great enthusiasm.

Also, if you have not yet purchased a guild license plate cover or front license plate, be sure to visit our Ways and Means team in May. I’m proudly displaying both on my car and have already been stopped by people asking what it means and when we meet!

Nominations for 2026–2027

For me, this guild has become a wonderful social group that loves to quilt and sew. The friendships, camaraderie, and opportunities to meet others who share the same passion are truly special. We are also fortunate to have many talented teachers who generously share their knowledge with us.

I hope you feel the same connection and enthusiasm. Please consider joining the Executive Team or volunteering for one of the many open positions. Nominations are now open, and our continued success depends on the participation of all members.

Don’t be shy—step forward! We are happy to mentor anyone interested in one of these rewarding volunteer roles.

Pay It Forward

Now that spring has arrived, don’t forget to stop by The Center on Rosser (Adult Center of Prescott) and enjoy the colorful display of quilts hanging in the entryway. A special thank-you to Maryann Conner who has organized these seasonal displays for many years. It is another beautiful way we spread joy throughout our community.

A big round of applause also goes to the volunteers who helped clean and reorganize our storage area in April. Everything was removed, rearranged, bin lids were wiped down, shelves were labeled, dust was cleared out, and old files were purged.

Thank you to:

  • Cathy Day
  • Judith Dobke
  • Pat Noel
  • Carrie Casto
  • Deb Johnson

Many hands truly do make light work! This impressive project was completed in less than two hours.

Budget Update

We continue to fine-tune the budget for the 2026–2027 Quilt Show year. I encourage you to contact Judith or me if you feel changes should be considered. We appreciate those who have already shared their input.

The Executive Committee will continue reviewing the proposed budget this month. Members will have the opportunity to review it in May, with a final vote taking place in June.

Please feel free to email or text Judith or me with any suggestions.

 
Hopi Elder Quilts

The President’s Challenge quilts will be displayed as a group and collected in June. If you are participating, please review the posted information on the website for size and other details.

Labels are available at the Handmade Hugs table and should be sewn onto your quilt before turning it in.

Time is running short—so get busy! A simple three-yard quilt is always a wonderful option.

Thank you to everyone participating in this meaningful project.

Retreat Lite

Sign-ups for Retreat Lite, taking place May 25–26 at Trinity Presbyterian Church, began in April.

The event is currently full, but a waiting list is available if you would like to add your name. The cost is $15.00.

Quilt Show 2026–2027

A heartfelt thank-you to Carrie Casto and Deb Johnson for stepping forward as Chair and Co-Chair of the 2026–2027 Quilt Show.

I know they will lead us to another amazing show. It is never too early to begin thinking about how you can help. Many hands make light work, and the success of our show depends on each and every one of us.

In Closing

Fabricologist (noun)
One who has perfected the art of stashing fabric and accumulating cloth intended for future use.

Warmly,
Jamie Davis, President

Membership

Membership reminder that dues can be paid at the May or June meeting. $35 and a check to TBQ is preferred! Thank you to everyone who paid in April!!

Dawnell, Alicia & Shelli – Membership Team

HOSTESSES

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.

May hostesses are Lola Dyroy, Karen Eads, Carolyn Edwards, Norma Enfield, Cynthia Falzone, Martha Ferriera, Betty Foley, Shirley F0x, Lorin Franco, Janet Friedrich, Stephanie Fullerton, and Susan Henry.

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, Rose Bohren, and Suzy Davidson.

Community Service

Handmade Hugs

In April the following donations have been made:

Yavapai Birthing Center Prescott Valley ( 17 burp cloths, 9 receiving blankets)
PV Nursing and Rehab Center (12 quilts)

Year to date a total of 598 items have been donated.

The next meeting of Handmade Hugs will be on May 2, 2026 at 9:00 AM at the Stoneridge Community Center.

Sheryl Goddard,  Co-Chair

Adult Center Quilt Display

The new quilt display is up at the Adult Center featuring quilts of “Spring.” The members whose quilts are on exhibit are: Mary Ellen Co, Jamie Davis, Carolyn Edwards, Martha Ferreira, Carol Goldsmith, Chris McGrew and Barbara Merkel.
A big thank you to the members who so graciously offered their quilts to share with the Prescott area community.

Please stop by the Prescott Adult Center on Rosser St. and bring family and friends to see these beautiful quilts.

Maryann Conner, Chair

retreat lite

Spring RETREAT LITE Updates!
 
To all of our fabulous TBQG quilters and makers, thank you for your enthusiastic response to our sign-ups for RETREAT LITE ~ Spring 2026.  At present, we have taken reservations for 23 of the 24 spots available!  But do not fear, there is one spot left up for grabs PLUS we always like to have a bit of a waiting list as things do come up and plans do change for some of our participants. Remember, the dates are Monday, May 25th and Tuesday, May 26th, and we’ll be meeting at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Prescott for those two days.
 
Soooo (sewwww) … If you’d like to get on our enrollment list, please call or email Dana Swain and secure your spot. You won’t regret the time spent with your fellow guild members and friends!
 
 
Dana Swain, Chair
 

WAYS & MEANS

We will continue selling the Guild Logo License plate frames ($10) and the License plates ($15) at the May meeting.  Please remember that we only take cash or checks.

Gerry Carr, Co-Chair

company store

We need your help on May 11 at the TBQ meeting when you come back to the Company Store tables! We have these empty plastic grocery bags that need to be filled and if you fill one or more, you only have to pay $5.00 per bag for everything you can fit in that bag!!! PLEASE come help us empty our tables of quilting  material and notions so we can fill the tables up with new donations at forthcoming meetings! Every bag filled for $5.00 is a huge help to us!  AND all the proceeds go to your favorite quilt guild… TBQ!  WAHOO‼️See YOU then‼️

Pam Jones, Chair

 

 

General Meeting Minutes – April 13, 2026

9:00 – Social Time
9:30 – Meeting called to order by Cathy Day, on behalf of President Jamie who was absent.

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

● General Meeting minutes from March 9, 2026, were presented for approval. Motion was made by Sharon Harris. Motion seconded by Suzy Davidson. Motion carried unanimously.

● Cathy announced that the Ways and Means Committee will be unveiling the new TBQG Banner with our new logo.

● Quilt Camp was held on March 23-26 and was a big success. Cathy mailed attendees a small piece of fabric to make a 12-1/2” block to raffle off. The blocks were put up on the wall for members to check out during the break.

● “RETREAT LITE” will be held on May 25 & 26 and October 26 & 27. The cost remains $15.00. Members were told to sign up with Judith during the break. There are currently three open spots left.

● President’s Challenge Hopi Indian Lap Quilts: Requirements are on the website. If you need a label, see Jamie or Sheryl Goddard at the Handmade Hugs table during the break. Reminder: Hopi quilts are due at the June meeting.

QUILT SHOW 2027

· Carrie Casto and Deb Johnson will be co-chairs for the 2027 Quilt Show.

· Quilt show committee members are needed now. Please contact Carrie or Deb to sign up to volunteer for this important event. Sharing responsibilities with another member was encouraged.

· Carrie recommended that new members who have not attended a quilt show in the past should plan to visit Mountain Top’s show the last weekend in May at the Findley.

· More information about our quilt show will be forthcoming.

MEMBERSHIP – Shelli Leffert

● Today we had 2 visitors. Each guest stood and introduced themselves.

● Membership is getting ready to publish the new directory so asked members to review their contact information and make necessary updates.

● Badges with the new Guild logo are on sale for $5.00.

● Membership dues for 2026-2027 are due in June.

● Reminder that Membership will send out cards to members who are ill or experiencing a loss. Please keep them in the loop.

TREASURER REPORT – Judith Dobke

· Judith announced that Budget Planning for next term is well underway. The budget had to be adjusted due to cost increases. The proposed budget will be presented in May for Guild approval.

· Judith reminded members that she keeps a copy of the budget report with her at the Guild meeting for all to review. If you have questions or input, please see her during the break or after the meeting.

COMMUNITY SERVICE – Sheryl Goodard

● “Handmade Hugs” donated 30 burp cloths and 11 blankets to the Yavapai Birthing Center. In addition, 15 quilts were donated to the Prescott Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, as well as 15 quilts donated to Blankets4Kids. Total Handmade Hugs donations are 560 so far this year.

● Sheryl encouraged members to step up and volunteer to lead Committee next term. The lead role is more like a coordinator that oversees a well-established process. This is a very rewarding position and only takes a few hours a month.

● Sheryl shared a touching, heart-felt letter received from a 72-year-old woman hospitalized at the Prescott Valley Nursing and Rehab Center. When she arrived, she was given a “Handmade Hugs” quilt that gave her great comfort while away from home. This is a great example of how our volunteer efforts are very much appreciated!

● Members were encouraged to pick up projects to complete at today’s meeting.

● A Long-armer is needed for two quilt sandwiches, ready to go.

● The next gathering of “Handmade Hugs” will be on May 2nd at Stoneridge Community Center from 9:00am to 12:00pm.

NEWCOMERS – Georgia Lindsey and Mary Ellen Coe

● The April gathering of was a sewing session at Coco’s Prescott Quilt Works. Georgia taught how to tackle curves. Enough blocks were created to make a small quilt for the 2027 Quilt Show.

● The May gathering will be held at Mary Ellen’s home on May 15th to put together the blocks and quilt it for the 2027 Quilt Show. The names of all contributors will be included on the label.

● Newcomers is so much fun! Please sign up to lead or co-lead this Committee next term.

WAYS AND MEANS – Gerry Carr, Carol Grimes and Lydia Figuroa

· The team unveiled the new banner with the new logo to rave reviews.

· The new license plates and frames with our new logo are on sale before meeting and at break. The plates are made of thin metal and won’t fade in the sun. Plates are $15, frames are $10.

· Gerry encouraged members to sign up to Sit and Sell raffle tickets for the Opportunity Quilt. Please volunteer!

ANNOUNCEMENT:

· Cathy Day stressed how important it is for our members to volunteer and step into leadership roles for the future of our guild.

WORKSHOPS – Deb Johnson and Kathleen Bond

● April 14th, Mimi Damarauer will be teaching a class called, “Surface Design on Fabric with Gel Painting. The all-day class will cost $45.00 and will be held at Trinity Presbyterian Church. The instructor will be bringing all the materials.

● May 11, Karen Nyberg, “The Astronaut Quilter” will be our guest speaker via Zoom. Cindy Lohbeck returns for a new fabric dyeing class on Tuesday, May 12th. The cost will be $35.

● June – TBD

● July – Party and 10-Year Celebration of Handmade Hugs.

TODAY’S PRESENTATION

· Speaker: Mimi Damarauer (10:20 – 11:00)

BREAK (11:10 – 11:15)

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS:

● JULY PARTY COMMITTEE – Carrie announced a committee meeting immediately following the Guild meeting.

● BIRTHDAY DRAWING – Arlene Morris called out the 12 birthday drawing winners and gifts were distributed.

● BLOCK OF THE MONTH – Angela Smith pulled a ticket for the Greek Cross blocks made by members this month. Marie Gniazdowski was the lucky winner! Angela announced that the May block will be a Sawtooth Star in red, white and blue colors. The instructions will be posted on the website. Angela announced that her position is up for anyone who would like it. If not, she will continue leading BOTM.

● CLEANING STORAGE UNIT – Monday, April 20th

● SHOW & TELL

MEETING ADJOURNED AT 11:35 AM

Minutes respectfully submitted by Co-Secretary Jeanne Corrigan

 

 

 

 

 

 

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