Author: Heart in Hand

Monthly News – September 8, 2025

president’s message

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.

September hostesses are Karen Adams, Claire Bell, Yvonne Blitch, Kathleen Bond, Donna Hickish, Wendy Morring, Arlene Morris, Linda Morriston, Dawnell Muecke, Pat Noel, Kathy Oppelt, Lorraine Owens, Sue Parks, and Kare Parsons.

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 September Birthday to Nancy Lande, Trish Charity, Barbara Merkel, Chris Sommerfelt, Linda Royce, Terry Grenier, Kristine White, Jessica Bodnick, Sheryl Goddard, and Liz Hart.

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Handmade Hugs

In August the following donations have been made:

Yavapai Birthing Center (25 burp cloths, 12 receiving blankets)

PV Rehab Center (8 quilts)

Walking with Moms in Need (1 baby quilt)

The next meeting of Handmade Hugs will be on September 6, 2025 at 9:00 AM at the Stoneridge Community Center.

Sheryl Goddard,  Co-Chair

retreat-lite

It’s Time to Retreat Again!
     If gathering to work on your quilting projects with other Guild members in a smaller setting is what you’d like to do, don’t miss your chance to sign up for our upcoming “RETREAT LITE” program at the September and October General Membership meetings.  Registrations will be collected on a first come (paid), first served basis. We have space for twenty-four sewists, so come prepared with your check payable to TBQG for $15.00. Here are the nitty-gritty details:
     WHO: All members of TBQ guild are invited to sit-and-sew together.
     WHAT: Two days of sewing, creating, starting, finishing, and sharing in a retreat setting.
     WHEN: Monday, October 20th from 8:00 to 5:00 and Tuesday, October 21st, from 8:00 to 4:00.
     WHERE: Trinity Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall located at 630 Park Avenue in Prescott.
     WHY: Just an opportunity to get together and work on projects, build or start new friendships, and generally enjoy our shared craft.
     HOW: This is a “LITE” RETREAT which means that we will provide you with a place to sew with your fellow guild members.  Each table seats two sewists and has a surge protector for your machines.  We will provide centralized cutting tables with tools as well as ironing stations with irons and spray starch.  All attendees will need to provide their own meal and drink for the two days.  There is a full kitchen in our workspace for your convenience.  We encourage you to bring a snack to share. 
 
Still have questions? Reach out to Dana Swain.

General Meeting Minutes – August 11, 2025

President’s message: Jamie Davis called the meeting to order at 9:30 A.M.

· Jamie Introduced herself as the new President and encouraged everyone’s involvement and volunteering to help our Guild.

· Reminder that our meeting needs to be completed by 12:00 noon.

· Agenda for the July General Meeting minutes were presented for approval. Motion made to accept the minutes made by Sharon Harris; Seconded by Carrie Casto. Motion carried.

· Jamie announced her choice for the President’s Challenge this year is making lap-sized (3-yard) quilts for the Hopi Reservation. Information to follow on the website.

Membership Report: Alicia announced that today we took in five new members and three guests. Reminder to pick up membership booklets.

Community Service Report:

· Sheryl shared that the Guild donated 805 items last year. This past month we donated seven quilts to ALS Support Group and eight quilts to the Blankets for Kids program.

· Sheryl asked us to keep Kristine in our prayers as she is recovering from surgery.

· Kits are available now for quilt tops.

· Quilts are available for top quilting. (Batting will be available next month.)

· Reminder to connect with Angela if you are interested in making donations for Quilts of Valor and the Honor Flight program.

Newcomers Report: Mary Ellen reminded the Guild that all are invited to attend their gatherings when projects are made. Watch the website for upcoming gatherings. All members are encouraged to join or start new Friendship Groups when they join the Guild.

Ways & Means Report: Introduction of Gerry Carr, Carol Grimes and Lydia Figueroa, the new team. They will be making known opportunities in the year ahead to raise funds for our Guild. Please share your ideas with them.

Workshops: Kathleen announced the upcoming workshops for sign-ups TODAY:

· September – Jennifer Wagner will teach a color class on Monday afternoon, September 8th held at the Elks Club with pizza lunch provided. Cost $20.00. Sign-ups today. Jennifer will also provide a full-day workshop on Tuesday, September 9th on applique called “Many Moons”. This class will be held at the Trinity Presbyterian Church. Cost $35.00.

· October – Ken Casey will teach two classes as well. One will be a color class after the general meeting on October 13th held at Coco’s Prescott Quilt Works. Cost $20.00. A full-day class called “Which Way Did They Go?” highlighting the Flying Geese block method will be offered on Tuesday, October 14th at Trinity Presbyterian Church. Cost $35.00.

Programs: Deb introduced today’s presenter, member Shirlee Smith.

Break: Jamie announced a 20-minute break. Reminder to stop at the Community Service table, shop at the Company Store, sign up for workshops, purchase the birthday raffle tickets, and participate in the Block of the Month program.

Meeting called back to order:

· Pam from the Company Store announced that the Guild has received a large donation of fabric and tools. Only half of the items were set out today. Please come prepared to shop again next month. Thank you for your purchases today.

· Faith spoke to the members regarding hospitality going forward this year. We are encouraging all members to bring their own water bottles. Snacks should be “finger food”. Please check for your name in the membership booklet to participate once a year.

· Suzie Davidson announced that an email blast went out to encourage our members to participate in the Yavapai County Fair coming up later this month. Registration is available online or at drop off on August 25th and 26th at the Rodeo grounds.

· Jamie announced that the Guild will be looking for volunteers to take on the task of creating the 2027 Opportunity Quilt committee. Please see her if you’re interested.

· Jamie is hoping to recruit a “party planner” who will work alongside Deb Johnson with planning the July and December parties. Please contact Jamie or Deb if you are interested.

· Sign-ups will begin next month for RETREAT LITE. Once again, this two-day retreat will be held at Trinity Presbyterian Church on October 20 and 21. Cost $15.00.

Block of the Month Raffle

· Angela had eight blocks to raffle off today. Due to the number of members who forgot their blocks this month, she will hold another raffle next month.

· New block for the next month “Eccentric Star” was shown to members. Can be done in two or three colors. See the website for details. Size: 12” finished block.

Birthday Drawing

· Arleen and her team raffled off 12 gifts this month. Arleen reminded all members if you forget your birthday gift, just bring it to the next meeting.

Show and Tell – ten members shared their quilts and projects.

Added Reminders:

· Kathleen reminded members to sign up today for the September workshops.

· Jamie showed the Guild the “Dammit Doll” which has been in storage for many years. She will be disposing of it at the end of her term. Let her know if you’re interested in keeping it.

· Angela reminded the members that there will be an All-Women Honor Flight recognition, and they will accept patriotic (red/white/blue) lap quilts. See Angela for further details.

· Member Chris Sommerfelt will be having an art show. Contact Chris for details.

 

Meeting Adjourned at 11:35 AM.

Respectfully submitted by Dana Swain, Secretary 

 

 

July 14, 2025

The winners of the Viewer’s Choice Awards from the 2025 TBQ Quilt Show were presented with their ribbons.  Congratulations to all!!

General Meeting Minutes – July 14, 2025

CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 9:30am by Vice President, Deb Johnson.
MINUTES: A motion was made by Sharon Harris to approve the June meeting minutes. The motion was seconded by Cathy Day, and the minutes were approved.
MEMBERSHIP REPORT: Dawnell Muecke welcomed and introduced four (4) new members.
OPEN POSITIONS: Jeanne Corrigan has agreed to share the Secretary position with Dana Swain. Stephanie Fullerton volunteered to take minutes at the July meeting in Dana’s absence.
COMMUNITY SERVICE: No report.
NEWCOMERS: No report. Deb Johnson let the new members in attendance know
about the Newcomer’s group. It’s a great way to meet other members. The next
gathering will be in September. Watch for announcements of upcoming gatherings on the website. All are welcome.
PROGRAMS AND WORKSHOPS: Kathleen Bond reported on the following upcoming workshops.
 August will be a trunk Show presented by Shirlee Smith
 September is Jennifer Wagner from Snapdragon Quilting. Jennifer will hold two (2) classes on quilts in color and applique.
o The 1st class will be held on Monday, September 8, after the meeting at
the Elks, (2 hours) and lunch will be provided (pizza/salad). Cost is $20.
o The 2 nd class will be held on Tuesday and will be Reverse Applique Mini
Moons (22” x 22”). This class will be all day at Trinity Presbyterian
Church, cost is $35. Details regarding these workshops will be posted on the TBQ website.
TREASURER’S REPORT: The Quilt show made $22K in profits. A copy of the budgetw as made available at the meeting to all members.
SECRETARY’S REPORT: Dana Swain is on travel and could not attend. Jeanne
Corrigan volunteered to co-chair the Secretary’s position with Dana going forward and will be installed at the August meeting. Stephanie Fullerton assisted Jeanne with taking notes at the July meeting.
WAYS AND MEANS: Definition: The methods and resources needed for meeting an organization’s goals. This important chairperson(s) position is open and needs to be filled. Volunteers for the upcoming year will be Gerry Carr, Lydia Figueroa, and Carol Grimes.

Meeting was adjourned at 11:14 am
Respectively Submitted by Jeanne Corrigan and Stephanie Fullerton

Monthly News – August 11, 2025

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Jamie Davis

Jamie is traveling out of the country, so there will be no President’s Message this time.  Thanks for understanding.

membership

Hi everyone!

We are off to the new year and have 4 new members who joined in July.  Please welcome, Julie McMammon, Jennifer Mees, Juliann Rogers and Karen Halverson to TBQ.
 
I hope everyone who attended the meeting was able to collect their new directory.  Please take a few minutes to look at your information to be sure it’s correct.   If not, just come see Membership at the next meeting to correct it by filling out a change form.  In addition, you will see that in most cases your hostess month has been bumped up by one month.  This means if you had hostess duty in May, you will now be in June.  I wanted to be sure any party hostess has 5 years before being ‘elected’ to be on party duty!  (You’re welcome!)
 
If you have not yet picked up your directory, please do so at one of the next few meetings.
 
We currently have 145 members!
 
See you in August!!
 
Dawnell, Alicia and Shelli – Membership Team

hostesses

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 late for cleanup.

August 2025 hostesses are Dianna Dunn, Dani Lerberg, Fran Leslie, Susan Lewis, Anne Marston, Patty McClearn, Sheryl McLain, Barbara Merkel, Pam Miller, Sandy Mitchell, Holly Purdom, and Mary Vaughan.

 

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 August birthdays to Kathleen Semerau, Shirlee Smith, Lola Dyroy, Nancy Stewart, Dana Swain, Carolyn Wright, Linda Morriston, Lorin Franco, Molly Haney-Burleigh, Vickie Sawyer, Joy Swartz, Georgia Lindsey, Kristy Nichols, Maria Williams, Holly Purdom, Jeanie Braheme, Joan Powers, and Patty McClearn.

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Adult Center Quilt Display

The theme for our display of quilts at the Adult Center is Encore since they were all part of the wonderful TBQ Quilt Show.  The show this year was stunning–so many beautiful quilts with all kinds of techniques on display.

The talented members whose quilts are on display are:  Carrie Casto, Martha Ferreira, Shirley Fox, Carol Grimes, Sheryl McLean, Lorraine Owen, Elizabeth Phinder, Barbara Stein and Sheryl Townsend.  A big thank you to these ladies for sharing their quilts with the Prescott area community.

If you have time, stop by the Prescott Adult Center on Rosser St. and bring family and friends to see our mini quilt show in the main lobby.

Maryann Conner, Adult Center Chair

COMPANY STORE

If you are planning on attending the TBQ August 11th meeting, come prepared to shop at The Company Store!!  We have a swath of brand new donations that are ready for you to feast your eyes on and comb through so you can find that pile of material and/or those quilting items you’ve been looking for or not even knew you were looking for!  The prices will amaze you, as always, and we look forward to seeing you have fun as you shop to your heart’s delight!
See you August 11!!!
Pam Jones, Chair

RETREAT-LITE summer session

     Thank you to all twenty-four ladies who participated in our summer RETREAT LITE held June 30th and July 1st.  A productive two days were spent together completing projects, building skills, sharing ideas/patterns, and munching on healthy and not-so-healthy snacks!  

 
     This RETREAT LITE program was designed to give our members an opportunity to come together and sew, stitch, and share. SAVE THE DATE! Our next retreat will be in the fall on Monday, October 20th and Tuesday, October 21st.  We will meet once again at the Trinity Presbyterian Church in Prescott.  SIGN UPS WILL TAKE PLACE AT OUR SEPTEMBER AND OCTOBER GENERAL MEETINGS.  Watch for details in future website updates.  The cost remains $15.00 for the two day retreat.  
 
     Questions? Contact Dana Swain

Monthly News – July 14, 2025

outgoing president’s message

A Farewell with Gratitude and Joy

As my time as President of the Thumb Butte Quilters’ Guild comes to a close, I want to say what a true honor and delight it’s been to serve this vibrant, creative, and generous group of quilters. From our monthly meetings to our workshops, outreach, and stitch-filled laughter, each one of you has left a special stitch in the quilt of my heart. I’ve grown as a quilter and as a person thanks to your encouragement, spirit, and boundless creativity.

Now, it’s time to pass the baton — or should I say, the rotary cutter — to our new President, Jamie Davis! Jamie brings not only talent and leadership, but also a bright energy that’s going to guide our Guild into an exciting new chapter. With her awesome board by her side, I know the Guild will continue to thrive, stitch by stitch, project by project. You’re in fantastic hands, and I can’t wait to see what’s next.

Before I go, a huge round of applause for the amazing team effort that made this year’s Quilt Show such a smashing success! From setup to takedown, raffle tickets to ribbon placements, every single person helped create a celebration of quilting that made our whole community proud. Thank you for trusting me with this role — and for making it so joyful. I’ll still be around, just with a little less paperwork and a little more sewing time! 💜✂️🧵

Coco Alaniz, Past President

incoming president’s message

Jamie DavisI am extremely blessed…

for all the friendship and support I have received since I became a member of ths enthusiastic guild. When I think back on how I first met several members outside selling water, on a hot day, in June 2021 during the outside/inside Covid Quilt Show on the Courtyard, I had no idea how rewarded personally one could be. At that brief informal encounter, I knew Thumb Butte Quilt Guild was the guild for me. I joined in August 2021. From starting the Accuquilt Group, to being Chair for Community Service, volunteering, and assisting with the Quilt Shows the rewards that have come from being of service have been unmeasurable.

The talent and friendship are only part of why this quilt guild surpasses the groups I had in many other states I have lived in.

With a fantastic group of gals on the Executive Board and wonderful Committee Members there is no doubt this will be an outstanding year. It will be a year to enjoy friendship groups, help with community service, create beautiful quilts to share at show and tell and start thinking and prepping for the quilt show in 2027. The benefits of being a member or a guest is a privilege to an array of creative, talented and enjoyable speakers at our monthly meetings. It’s never too late to start learning something new.

I look forward to serving as your President and excited to see you all at the August meeting.

Jamie Davis, President 2025-2026

MEMBERSHIP

Thank you to everyone who paid their dues by the due date of June 15th!  You really helped out the membership team to get our 2025/2026 membership directory updated and off to the printer!  Cross your fingers that they will be printed by our next meeting.

If you didn’t get a chance to pay your dues, no worries.  Just drop it off at the membership table at the next meeting and we will be sending out monthly directory updates to get you included.
We had 2 members join at our June meeting.  Give a friendly hello to Judi Kimbrell and Joan Fedirko at our next meeting!!  Welcome new members!
Dawnell, Alicia and Shelli – Membership Team

hostesses

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.

July hostesses are Nancy Lefler, Dani Lerberg, Fran Leslie, Susan Lewis, Anne Marston, Patty McClearn, Joan McGivern, Sheryl McLain, Barbara Merkel and Sandy Mitchell.

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 July birthdays to Patty Gerlitz, Cheryl Peterman, Melanie Korzep, Kim Keogh, Sue Parks, Gretchen Delaney, and Karen Varela.

community service

Handmade Hugs

For the 2024-2025 fiscal year, a total of 805 items were donated to the following organizations:

1. Yavapai Birthing Center – 350 burp cloths and 178 receiving blankets
2. Gentiva Hospice Center – 13 quilts
3. Prescott Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center – 130 quilts|
4. LA Fire Victims – 12 quilts
5. Prescott HS National Honor Society – 32 blankets
6. Blankets 4 Kids – 45 quilts
7. TBQ Marketplace & Quilt Show – 45 quilts

The next meeting of the Handmade Hugs group will be on August 2, 2025 at 9:00 AM at the Stoneridge Community Center.

Sheryl Goddard  – Community Service Co-Chair

quilt show

First of all I want to THANK all of the Committee Chairs everyone did a spectacular job!
Next I want to thank all of the members who took extra time to help at the show. And provided their beautiful quilts.
I want a special thanks to the husbands and son who supported TBQ by hauling all of the equipment to and from the show. Then helped build and tear down the show.
Because of our membership, this show was a GREAT SUCCESS! This show will provide the resources to hire educational presenters in the coming year.
Thanks again to all.

Pat Noel, Quilt Show Chair

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