Category: Monthly News

Monthly News – November 11, 2024

President’s Message

Happy Fall Y’all! Or… maybe not! It looks like Fall decided to take a vacation this year, and Winter jumped in line—without even grabbing a pumpkin spice latte! But, enough with the weather forecast!  

Heidi Pridemore delivered a presentation that knocked our socks off (which, honestly, we might need now that it’s freezing)! I grabbed a book, a pattern, and you bet I’m using that discount coupon she gave our members. And for those who attended her class—high fives all around for conquering your fear of curves! 🙌🏽 The Trunk Show was so good, it got me inspired to finally finish up my WIPs and tackle that Christmas Tree quilt! It may be ready by 2030, if I start soon.  What treasures did you pick up? Oh, and the electric Zippy seam ripper? Yeah, that’s my new bestie now—I’m thinking of getting it a holiday card!  

Thank you, Heidi, for the fabulous show and class! We can’t wait to see you back as a vendor at our Quilt Show in June, loaded with more cool notions and patterns (and hopefully some warm socks)!  

Now, as we head toward our November meeting, get ready for a fun-packed “Qick-Off” for our Quilt Show! Big shoutout to our creative VP, Deb Johnson, for planning these activities—don’t miss it, or you’ll be hearing about all the fun you missed! We’ll also be introducing the committees and their chairpersons, all cheerfully led by our very own Pat Noel. Did I mention there will be prizes? Like, actual, amazing prizes! And let’s give a round of applause to all the Chairpersons who’ve been working hard behind the scenes to make this Quilt Show our best yet. This is your cue to jump in and volunteer—remember, we’re better together (and it’s more fun when you’re there)!  

And for a quick reminder: the Presidential Challenge is Nursery Rhyme-inspired baby quilts. They don’t have to be huge—maybe around 30” x 40”, but that’s just a suggestion. We’ll start sharing them in January, so you’ve got plenty of time to stitch up something adorable. We plan to display these little beauties during our Quilt Show before donating them!  

See you on November 11th!  

🎶 Just keep quilting, just keep quilting 🎶 (I think that’s my theme song now…)  

Coco Alaniz,  President

MEMBERSHIP

We had a new member join at our October meeting.  Well, actually she was on vacation and just renewed her membership.  We are glad to have you back, Chris Campos!
We had 87 members attend the October meeting where we were treated to Heidi Pridemore letting us in on a few of her favorite things, which I have added to my sewing kit.
See you in November!
Dawnell, Alicia and Shelli – Membership

hostesses

November hostesses are Chris Sommerfelt, Kathleen Spry, Barbara Stein, Laura Stone, Erin Sullivan, Sally Thomas, Sue Weisshaupt, Kay Wentworth, Kristine White, Denise Manley, and Nancy Stewart.

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. 

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 November birthdays to Michelle Andersen, Pamela Hengeveld, Mary Quindry, Laura Stone, Erin Sullivan, Olivia Turnham, Shelley Graham, and Donna Hickish.

PROGRAMS & WORKSHOPS

November Program

We are very excited about our November TBQ program. We will be hosting a Quilt Show “Qick-Off” to start our 2025 Quilt Show season in a big way. You will learn about some changes to the usual Quilt Show procedures, have opportunites to volunteer, get ideas of how to contribute to the event and maybe even win a door prize. We hope you can all join us for the Quilt Show “Qick-Off”.

Deb Johnson, Programs Chair

November Workshop

Following the November TBQ program the Quilt Show “Qick-Off”,  Jamie Davis will be providing a trunk show and demonstration on the Accuquilt machine. Jamie will show the end products of quilting using the Accuquilt machine method and show us all the options the machine has to offer.

Jamie’s demonstration and trunk show will be held at the Elks Lodge beginning at 1:00. There is no fee for attending. We hope that you will join us for this short workshop and be inspired by this method of preparing quilt blocks.

Kathleen Bond, Programs Chair

December Program
Prepare for a TBQ Winter Wonderland!
Your meeting hostesses for December will be treating you all to a “Winter Wonderland” themed brunch during the December general meeting set for Monday, December 9th. We will share sweet treats for the mid-morning and host a gift exchange and raffle. Our sweet treat table will have both gluten free and low-carb options as well.
PLEASE plan to bring a wrapped gift suitable for a quilter/crafter (value maximum of $15.00). We will play a NEW GAME together after our morning treats and you will go home with a early holiday gift! We sincerely hope that everyone will choose to join in this gift exchange.
Your December Hostesses

NEWCOMERS

At our September Newcomers Gathering at Prescott Quilt Works, we made badge holders.  In October, we made Project Bags.

Mary Ellen Coe, Co-chair

RETREAT-LITE

RETREAT LITE ~ Fall 2024 Is In the Books!

Just a HUGE shout out to all the joyful participants who attended our recent RETREAT LITE  gathering held on Monday, September 30th and Tuesday, October 1st.  What a great time we had stitching, laughing, collaborating, reverse-sewing, exchanging, nibbing … there was even some singing and dancing thrown in there (but if you ask anyone there, they will deny it!)

A great BIG thank you to Trinity Presbyterian Church for providing a wonderful venue as well. Twenty-two happy participants spent two wonderful days in their comfortable church hall together as sisters-in-sew.

And what was the biggest request? “Let’s do this more often!!!”  So, watch for more RETREAT LITE opportunities coming in 2025.

Dana Swain & Jamie Davis, Coordinators

Monthly News – October 14, 2024

president’s message

Wow! Thank you all so much for the overwhelming support and kind words following my Trunk Show at our September meeting. Your comments touched my heart and were so deeply appreciated. It was truly a joy to share my passion for preserving hand-making traditions with such a wonderful community.

As we step into the cooler months, I’m excited to see how each of you embraces the *Presidential Challenge: Nursery Rhyme Inspired Baby Quilts*. June will be here before we know it, and I can’t wait to witness the creative, whimsical designs that will emerge from this challenge. Let’s keep inspiring each other and bring those nursery rhymes to life!

During our last meeting, Shirlee Smith and I had the honor of reading “The High Five Promises.” As your President, I encourage each of you to reflect on those promises and think about how you can contribute to our quilting family. Whether it’s through a particular area that speaks to your heart or simply supporting one another, let’s embrace these promises and put them into practice.

Looking ahead to October, we have the pleasure of welcoming the lovely and talented Heidi Pridemore! She’ll be presenting “A Few of Her Favorite Things,” which is sure to be a delightful and inspiring program. Don’t forget, Heidi will also be teaching the *Rippling Waves* workshop on Tuesday, October 15th, from 9 AM to 4 PM at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Prescott. More details about the workshop and Heidi’s presentation can be found on the website, so be sure to check it out.

And for those who participated in the *Nana and Me Big Pocket Apron* class, or any of my apron workshops, I want to say thank you for your enthusiasm and creativity! You all continue to amaze me with your energy and dedication. Here’s a thought: let’s wear our Big Pocket aprons and show them off during Show and Tell next month!  Happy quilting!

CoCo Alaniz, President

membership

Hi everyone!  Let’s give a big welcome to Delores Baker who joined the guild at our September meeting!
 
Your new directories were passed out at the last meeting.  If you did not get a chance to pick yours up, you can do so at the October meeting.  If you can’t attend, please ask a friend to grab it for you!  If  you have a correction to the directory, please see the membership desk at the next meeting.
 
We now have 153 members, with 78 attending our September meeting.
 
Dawnell, Alicia and Shelli – Co-chairs
 

hostesses

October hostesses are:  Georgia Lindsey, Elizabeth Phinder, Terry Purkable, Barb Saia, Deborah Salazar, Pauline Saskowsky, Vickie Sawyer, Mary Scherer, Linda Schoenmakers, Kathleen Semerau, Pauline Singleton, and Judy Sloan.

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. 

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 October birthdays to Sandy Mitchell, Martha Ferriera, Anne Marston, Sheryl McLain, Jenne Kern, Debby Casali, Stephanie Fullerton, Judith Dobke, Faith Chaney, Arleen Morris, Lorraine Owen, Kris Anderson, Mary Vaughan, Gerry Carr, Linda Schoenmakers, Carolyn Edwards, Sally Plummer and Linda Figueroa.

PROGRAMS & WORKSHOPS

October Program

Come to Heidi Pridemore’s workshop on Tuesday, October 15 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to learn her curved piecing technique   The workshop will be held at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 630 Park Ave., Prescott.

Bring five fat quarters and go home with a head full of ideas on how to use the blocks you make in this workshop.

The cost for this amazing class is only $35.00. To see samples of Heidi’s curved piecing, click here Heidi Pridemore Flyer

To sign up for this workshop, contact Kathleen Bond, Workshops Chair.

November Program

We are very excited about our November TBQ program. We will be hosting a Quilt Show “Qick-Off” to start our 2025 Quilt Show season in a big way. You will learn about some changes to the usual Quilt Show procedures, have opportunites to volunteer, get ideas of how to contribute to the event and maybe even win a door prize. We hope you can all join us for the Quilt Show “Qick-Off”.

November Workshop

Following the November TBQ program the Quilt Show “Qick-Off”, Jamie Davis will be providing a trunk show and demonstration on the Accuquilt machine. Jamie will show the end products of quilting using the Accuquilt machine method and show us all the options the machine has to offer.

Jamie’s demonstration and trunk show will be held at the Elk’s Lodge beginning at 1:00. There is no fee for attending. We hope that you will join us for this short workshop and be inspired by this method of preparing quilt blocks.

December Program

Monday, December 9 will be our annual Guild Christmas Party. Please check the Hostess List in your new directory to see if you will be a hostess for this special event. Deb Johnson will be in contact with you soon to start making plans.

Deb Johnson, Programs Chair & Kathleen Bond, Workshops Chair

company store

 
Hello TBQ members and anyone who visits our guild meeting in October! Make it a point to lasso those $5 bills (or anything equivalent) and bring them with you because we are having our $5 bag sale at the Company Store in the back of our meeting venue on October 14! We supply the bags and all you need to supply is $5!!  As much as as you can fit into the bag we provide is what you can take home for $5!!!!  No trick!  Just a treat!!  We look forward to seeing you and watching you have a blast filling up those bags!!!
 
Pam Jones, Chair
 
 

Monthly News – September 9, 2024

president’s message

Dear Thumb Butte Quilters,
First, a huge thank you to Helen Frost for her magical presentation! Helen, your “Magic Show” was nothing short of enchanting, and we all walked away with new tricks up our sleeves. I particularly enjoyed learning how to prepare fabric before cutting—who knew there was so much to consider? Although I usually only pre-wash my reds, I’m tempted to give Helen’s technique a try on all my fabrics. How about you all? Which of Helen’s hacks
was your favorite?

Now, let’s talk Quilt Show! The Quilt Show Committee is buzzing with excitement, and things are shaping up beautifully for a spectacular year. If you’re looking to dive in and be part of the action, we’d love to have you join us. We meet right after the Guild meeting, but fair warning—you might just leave with a new assignment in hand!

Next month, I’ll be multitasking as both the meeting facilitator and presenter. Yes, I’m double-dipping with a “Trunk Show” presentation focused on preserving and passing on our beloved hand-making traditions. I’m passionate about keeping these crafts alive, and I hope to inspire you all to do the same.
But that’s not all! I’m also thrilled to announce that I’ll be teaching a class on making the Big Pocket Apron—“Nana and Me” style. Whether you’re making it for yourself, or as a gift for your favorite little helper, this apron is sure to be a hit. The class will be on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 from 9:00 to 4:00 at Trinity Presbyterian Church located at 630 Park Ave, Prescott, 86303. Come and join the fun.

As the weather begins to cool (or maybe not quite yet!), it’s always the perfect time to sew.  Whether you’re finishing up some WIPs or starting a new keep that creativity flowing!

Finally, don’t forget to check out the TBQG website. It’s packed with valuable information, forms, past and future activities, Show and Tell pictures, and so much more. There’s always something new to discover!

Wishing you a month full of inspiration and stitches!

Warm regards,
Coco Alaniz, President

membership

We had 3 new members join the guild at the August meeting! Give a big welcome to Grethen Delaney, Raene Kinion and Iris Lacey!

The membership committee has been working hard to finalize the directory and fingers crossed that they will be available for pickup at the September meeting.  See you then!
 
Dawnell Muecke, Alicia Czuzak  and Shelli Leffert – Co-Chairs
 

hostesses

September hostesses are:  Kristy Nichols, Cheryl Peterman, Sharla Peterson, Sally Plummer, Joan Powers, Edythe Pries, Mary Quindry, Annette Raithel, Ann Ramsey, and Lynda Royce.

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. 

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 birthdays to Jessica Bodnicki, Sari Butler, Trish Charity, Sheryl Goddard, Terry Grenier, Liz Hart, Nancy Lande, Joan McGivern, Barbara Merkel, Lynda Royce, Pauline Singleton, Chris Sommerfelt, Kristine White, and Mary Turley

community service

Adult Center Quilt Display

TBQ has a new display of quilts at the Prescott Adult Center. The theme is Southwest quilts. Once again, the public is in awe of the workmanship of our members. The quilts range from traditional to whimsical and demonstrate a variety of quilt techniques. If you can, stop by the Adult Center at 1280B E. Rosser St. and bring a friend or two!

Maryann Conner, Chair

Monthly News – August 12, 2024

Dear TBQ Members,

Summer is upon us, and while there are so many activities to get involved in, many of us still prefer sewing and working on our WIP (Works in Progress), as well as starting new projects. The warmer months often inspire us to shop for fabric and notions, and some of us will even be hitting up garage and estate sales for those elusive great buys!

No matter how you spend your summer, don’t forget that August will bring us the wonderful Helen Frost. She will be teaching great techniques, including how to make ripple-free borders and great bindings.

Helen is also offering a class on Tuesday, August 13th, to share all her wonderful techniques. Don’t delay—let’s join her and then get busy on our WIP to exhibit at our Quilt Show.

See you all in August! And don’t forget to contact Kathleen Bond if you are interested in learning and brushing up on new techniques.

If you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to reach out.

Happy Quilting!
Socorro CoCo Alaniz, President

membership

We had 79 members attend the July party and 3 new members!

Give a big welcome to Kristy Nichols, Dawn Davidson and Ginny Belleci!
At the August meeting you will have 1 more opportunity to double check the information that will be printed in the directory and pay your 2024 membership dues before we go to print!  You can expect your new directory and membership cards at the September meeting.
Dawnell Muecke, Chair

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, Sharon Luebkin, Lola Dyroy, Nancy Stewart, Dana Swain, Carolyn Seagraves-Wright, Linda Morriston, Melody Marino, Molly Haney-Burleigh, Vicki Sawyer, Joy Swartz, Georgia Lindsey, Patty McClearn, Jeanie Braheme, Maria Williams, Janyce Waldbaum, Linda Bagby, and Chris Campos.

retreat lite

“Retreat Lite” Returns!

Yes, back by popular demand, our “Retreat Lite” program has been set again for this fall, September 30th and October 1st. We will be meeting at a new location this fall ~ Trinity Presbyterian Church (630 Park Avenue, Prescott).

What? You haven’t heard about “Retreat Lite”? This program was fostered out of an interest expressed by our members to sit and sew together more often than just once a year at our spring 4-day retreat. Here’s the nitty-gritty on “Retreat Lite”:

  1.  Join with other Thumb Butte guild members and work on your projects in the company of your sisters-in-sew!
  2.  Monday, September 30th and Tuesday, October 1st from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  3.  No frills ~ just bring your own machine, projects, and sewing tools and we’ll provide the cutting mats, rulers, and ironing stations.
  4. Bring your own lunch and drinks.
  5. NEW INFORMATION: Because the church has many groups that meet on the premises, your items cannot be fully secured overnight. Please plan to take your machines and/or other valuables home on Monday night.
  6. The guild has extension cords and surge protectors to share. If you bring your own, please label them. As that goes, label anything that you bring that may be used by the community such as rulers or rotary cutters.
  7.  Due to limited electrical plugs in this facility, we cannot guarantee that you will have the ability to set up your own mini-irons at your workplace. There will, however, be plenty of plugs at the back of the room for irons.
  8. If you’d like to, you may bring a treat to share with others. There is a refrigerator in our meeting room.

Registration for “Retreat Lite” will be taken from the first 24 members who sign up and pay their registration fee. Look for sign-ups at the August and September guild general meetings. The cost to participate is $15.00 which covers the cost of the room rental and some incidentals needed for the group such as starch and distilled water.

Questions? Please contact Dana Swain.

Monthly News – July 8, 2024

OUTGOING PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

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It is really hard to believe that a year has gone by since I became president. This was something that forced me to step out of my comfort zone and do something that I have never done. I would like to thank each and everyone of you for your support. It has truly been a pleasure to serve. Hopefully, it will give others who might be thinking about stepping up some encouragement to “just do it.”

Please remember that we have a quilt show this year and a new board. I know you will all step up like you always do. Thank you again for my successful president’s challenge and I look forward to starting my Honor Flight friendship group. Also, if you think you are getting rid of me, I was voluntold that I will be handling the silent auction for the quilt show. I look forward to our July celebration and our “peaceful transition of power.” Thank you again.

Angela Smith, President

incoming president’s message

CoCo Alaniz

I am deeply honored and grateful for your vote to become President of the Thumb Butte Quilters Guild. Although I have been quilting for many years, joining TBQG is my first experience being part of a quilting guild, and I have truly found my tribe here. You women are the best group of women I have ever met, and I am thrilled to embark on this journey with you.

As some of you may know, my heart is for the unborn, and I would like to present my President’s challenge: create a baby quilt inspired by a nursery rhyme, your favorite childhood book or even from a children’s cartoon. This will be donated to a local Pregnancy Center. This challenge not only allows us to showcase our creativity and skills but also supports a cause that is dear to me.

This year, we also have our much-anticipated Quilt Show. I encourage every member to find an activity to engage in and contribute to this event. Organizing a successful Quilt Show is an enormous task, but with the dedication and teamwork of our entire guild, I am confident we can achieve it. Your efforts and participation are crucial, and together, we can make this the best Quilt Show in Prescott.  Under the expert direction and guidance of Pat Noel, I believe we will create something truly spectacular.

Thank you once again for your trust and support. I am open to any ideas and suggestions that will advance the goals of our Guild and I look forward to get this “show on the road”.   So, let’s get this year started and make it one to remember!

Warm regards,

Coco Alaniz, President-Elect

membership

We had 6 visitors at the June meeting, and all 6 joined.  I’m working on the directory to automate so I don’t have the information on the new people in the directory format, but will soon!  Their names are Denise Manley, Fran Leslie, Wendy Morring, Judy Sloan, Jessica Brothers, and Annette Raithel.

We have 176 members (counting paid and non paid).  83 signed in for the June meeting. As of 6/27/24, we have 138 paid members for 2024/2025 and 38 non renewed members.

Dawnell Muecke, Membership

HOSTESSES

July hostesses are:  Olivia Turnham, Mary Vaughan, Sue Weisshaupt, Kay Wentworth, Kristine White, Sharon Silva, Sally Thomas, Stephanie Fullerton, Cathi O’Neill and Janet Friedrich.

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. 

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 Birthday to Patti Gerlite, Rosemary Driscoll, Kim Keogh, Melanie Korzep, Cheryl Peterman, Barbara Peterson, Karen Varela, Sue Parks, Judith Ritner, and Tilly Bristow.

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Handmade Hugs

We will meet again at Stoneridge Community Center on July 6th, August 3rd, and September 7th.

Jamie Davis, Chair

Adult Center Display

Our wonderful Patriotic quilts are currently on display at the Prescott Adult Center. The response from the community has been overwhelming. These red, white and blue quilts by our multi-talented members offer a wide variety of quilting techniques. If you have the opportunity, stop by the Adult Center at 1280B E. Rosser Road. It’s fun to visit and just listen to the comments as people enter the center.

Maryann Conner, Chair

Monthly News – June 10, 2024

president’s message

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Greetings Quilters!

I would like to take the time to thank all of the President’s Challenge participants.  I met with Diane Franzese of Honor Flight, who was over the moon with the spectacular quilts that were made for the organization. At this point, I delivered to her 40 throws and I have four quilts for Quilts of Valor.  If you were unable to make the meeting on Monday and you would still like to bring a quilt, Diane will be attending our meeting on June 10. Again, thank you to everyone. I was truly humbled by the participation.  You are all the best.

Our own Coco will be doing a trunk show at the meeting, followed by a class the next day.  Keep an eye on your email so that you don’t miss the financials that will be voted on in June, along with our slate of officers.  Also, don’t forget to bring your dues to the June meeting if you haven’t paid them already.

It is hard to believe that June is my last official meeting, and I want to thank you all for the support that you gave me during this last year. I’m truly proud to have been your president for this year.

In closing, we have many opportunities for you to get involved in the guild. I would like to add that if you truly are interested in something, don’t be afraid to step up and either start it or join it.

Thanks for a great year!

Angela Smith, President

MEMBERSHIP

Please welcome our newest member, Linda Schoenmakers.   Give her a big welcome and show her what TBQ offers.

Membership Dues

A reminder that membership dues for 2024-2025 are by June 15, 2024.  Please bring your check or cash in the amount of $35.00 to our June meeting.  Thanks for your cooperation!
CoCo Alaniz, Chair

hostesses

June hostesses are:  Kathy Spry, Nancy Stewart, Laura Stone, Erin Sullivan, Joy Swartz, Barbara Sweeney, Susan Sweet, Pauline Singleton, Carolyn Godfrey, Marie Gniazdowski, Pamela Hengeveld, and Linda Bagby.

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. 

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 Birthday to Cynthia Falzone, Kate Parsons, Dawnell Muecke,  Carol Godfrey, Alicia Czuzak, Kay Wentworth, Gayle Lee, Cathy Day, Debbie James, Ara Whetten, Sami Logan, Sandy Mazzurco, Carrie Casto, and Pauline Saskowsky.

ways and means

July Silent Auction

Fellow quilters, now is the perfect time to reorganize your sewing rooms.

Browse through your old projects and quilting items and ask yourself “Do I really want to finish this, Will I ever use this again?” If the answer is “NO” then now is the right time to get rid of that item.

Consider donating it to Thumb Butte Quilters Silent Auction where another quilter will fall in love with your project and want to take on the challenge.  Objects are not limited to projects; consider rulers, irons, various quilting items.  We ask that you provide the UFO pattern and any accompanying fabric that you might have.

The silent auction will take place at the July meeting.  Liz Hart is collecting the UFO and finished objects at the June guild meeting.

Thank you for your supporting your guild.

Liz Hart, Chair

Company Store
Hello TBQ members!!  Get your $5 bills ready to spend at the TBQ June meeting so you can fill up one of our plastic grocery bags FULL to the brim of all the books, fabrics, patterns, notions and anything else YOU can find at our Company Store tables in the back.  😅FREE SPLASHES of quilting fun are included in every purchase‼️ 🥰
Pam Jones, Chair

community service

Handmade Hugs for June 1st has been cancelled, due to the Mountain Top Quilt Show.
We will meet again at Stoneridge Community Center on July 6th, August 3rd, and September 7th.
From July 2023 until May 2024 we have delivered:
  90 Quilts to Blankets for Kids
 108 Quilts to Good Samaritan Recovery Center in Prescott Valley
   77 Quilts to Gentiva Hospice in Prescott
246 Baby Receiving Blankets
246 Burp Cloths
Jamie Davis and Olivia Turnham, Chairs

NOMINATIONS FOR OFFICERS 2024-2025

The 2024-2025 Nominating Committee presented the following nominations for the state of officers at the May general meeting to the members of the guild present. After the nominations were announced, members of the guild were allowed the opportunity to put forward further nominations from the floor. Hearing none, the following slate of officers for the 2024-2025 fiscal year will be voted on at the June general meeting by those members present:
President: Coco Alaniz
Vice President: Deb Johnson
Treasurer: Claire Bell
Secretary/Parliamentarian: Dana Swain and Stephanie Fullerton
All members may reference the May meeting minutes as posted on the latest web page update to review the nominations process.
Dana Swain, Nominating Committee

Monthly News – May 13, 2024

president’s message

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Hello Quilting Members!  I hope you are all doing well.  Winter is finally over and I haven’t finished half of the projects that I started.  I hope that you have done better.

In the meantime, we will be doing the budget at our next board meeting and starting to collect dues for next year.

We are excited at looking for a new board. All of the slots are filled at the moment but that does not mean you cannot add your name.  We will be holding elections in June and transitioning over at the July meeting/party. It has been a pleasure to be your president this year, and I appreciate all of the support that I have received.

The President’s Challenge is due at the May meeting. I hope many of you chose to participate because I believe it is a worthwhile cause.  We will do a show and tell of all of your challenge pieces.

As many of you have heard, we will no longer have the Aztlan Masonic hall to have our classes or Quilt Camp in.  We are negotiating for a new location and will update you as soon as it is definite.  In the meantime…

Happy Quilting!

Angela Smith, President

membership

New Members

We want to welcome our newest members, Susan Lewis and Deborah Salazar.  Please be sure to seek them out and show them how much our guild offers.

Membership Dues

It’s time to renew your  dues for 2024-2025.  The cost is $35.00 for the year.  Checks payable to TBQ or cash can be  given to membership chair, CoCo Alaniz by June 15, 2024.  If you would like to mail your check, please mail it to CoCo.  Thanks for your cooperation!

CoCo Alaniz, Chair

hostesses

May hostesses are:  Judith Ritner, Vickie Sawyer, Mary Scherer, Dianne Schmitt, Kathleen Semerau, Connie Sieh, Shirlee Smith, Chris Sommerfelt, Sherri Hubbs, Donna Oaborne, Jimi Henager and Sami Logan.

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. 

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 Birthday to Sheryl Townsend, Diana Atkins, Marie Gniazdowski, Angela Smith, Gayle DeBoom, Ruth Petty, Cathi O’Neill, Karen Johnson and Suzy Davidson.

guild officer elections 2024-2025

At our May general meeting, the TBQG Nominations Committee will be presenting a slate of nominations to the general membership of THUMB BUTTE QUILTERS’ GUILD for the four officer positions which must be voted upon annually.
 
The slate of nominated officers for the 2024-2025 fiscal year for THUMB BUTTE QUILTERS’ GUILD is proposed as follows:
President – CoCo Alaniz
Vice President – Deb Johnson
Treasurer – Claire Bell (returning)
Co-Secretaries/Parliamentarians – Dana Swain & Stephanie Fullerton
 
According to our guild bylaws, additional nominations may be accepted at the general meeting. If the nominated person agrees to run for an office, their name will be added to the ballot for voting at the June general meeting.  If no further names are placed in nomination, the proposed slate of officers listed above will be elected upon at the June general meeting. 
 
Respectfully,
Your Nominations Committee – Dana Swain, Cathy Day & Angela Smith

ways and means

July Silent Auction

Fellow quilters, now is the perfect time to reorganize your sewing rooms.

Browse through your old projects and quilting items and ask yourself “Do I really want to finish this, Will I ever use this again?” If the answer is “NO” then now is the right time to get rid of that item.

Consider donating it to Thumb Butte Quilters Silent Auction where another quilter will fall in love with your project and want to take on the challenge.

Objects are not limited to projects; consider rulers, irons, various quilting items.

The silent auction will take place at the July meeting.

We ask that you provide the UFO pattern and any accompanying fabric that you might have.

Liz Hart is collecting the UFO and finished objects at the May and June guild meetings.

Thank you for your supporting your guild.

Liz Hart, Chair

Monthly News – April 8, 2024

president’s message

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This year is flying by. This starts a very busy time of the year for TBQ. We start to move forward and start looking ahead. Hopefully you are considering a position. We still have some slots available. Even if someone’s name is there, you can still put your name there, and we will vote. Don’t be afraid to step forward. No one has thrown shoes at me yet. There is always someone that will be willing to show you the ropes.

I hope you all enjoyed Kim Oleson’s zoom presentation, whether you were with us or at home. I am looking forward to Gina Perkes in April. Don’t be afraid to step out of the box and learn something new.

I hope you are all working on your President’s Challenge. I have seen some of you working on your challenge piece,  and I have also seen some of you in the stores buying your red, white and blue fabric. It will be great to see them all at the May meeting.

It is almost time for dues renewal. They are due by the June 15th meeting. I am sure Coco will remind you at upcoming meetings.  Well, that’s all for me! See you in April!

Happy quilting!

Angela Smith, President

membership

New Members

We want to welcome our six newest members:  Kris Anderson, Jeanne Corrigan, Cathy Horneman, Pauline Saskowsky, Christy Weedon, and Lynda Winnett.  Please be sure to seek them out and show them how much our guild offers.

Membership Dues

It’s time to renew your  dues for 2024-2025.  The cost is $35.00 for the year.  Checks payable to TBQ or cash can be  given to membership chair, CoCo Alaniz by June 15, 2024.  If you would like to mail your check, please mail it to CoCo.  Thanks for your cooperation!

CoCo Alaniz, Chair

HOSTESSES

April hostesses are:  Angela Smith, Pat Noel, Susie Opdahl, Pam Peters, Sharla Peterson, Ruthe Petty, Sally Plummer, Edythe Pries, Ann Ramsey, Zoe Charon,  Shelley Graham, and Sheryl Townsend.

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. 

 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 Birthday to Pam Peters, Susan Sweet, Carolyn Seagraves-Wright, Lois Doerr, Linda Trudeau, Elizabeth Phinder, Cathy Horneman, and Christi Weedon.

NEWCOMERS

The TBQ Newcomers have been busy these last couple of gatherings. We had a WONDERFUL trunk show presented by Alicia and Dawnell in February!  In March we gathered at Prescott Quilt Works (thanks Mary) to piece together a Quilt of Valor. Norma Enfield came to tell us all about the Quilt of Valor organization. The work these ladies do is so patriotic and touching!! We are excited to present a finished quilt to her in the next couple of months.

Coming up for our Newcomers…Mark your calendars…
On April 15th we will be gathering to make a FUN postcard project. The finished projects will be donated to the guild for correspondence. We will meet at Trinity Presbyterian Church at 10:00.
On May 23rd we will venture to Phoenix for a Shop Hop. Start saving your money:)
In June we will have an end of the year Luncheon. Place and date TBD.
More details about the upcoming gatherings will be coming shortly!
We have loved our time with the Newcomers and looking for a couple of gals to take on the Newcomers next year. It is so nice to get to know the newest members of the guild and know you’d enjoy it as well! Please let us know if you are interested in this fun contribution to the guild!
Until Next Month,
Carrie Casto and Deb Johnson, Co-Chairs

community service

Adult Center Display

Our “One Woman Show” at the Prescott Adult Center features the wide range of quilting techniques used by Shirlee Smith. They include exquisite hand quilting, machine quilting, hand appliqué, machine piecing, one block wonder, machine embroidery and original quilt designs. Shirlee is also an accomplished photographer and had one of her photos transferred to fabric to make her “Mommy and Me” quilt. We are so happy to share her beautiful quilts with the Prescott community.
Please stop by the Prescott Adult Center on Rosser Rd. and enjoy Shirlee’s mini quilt show.

Maryann Conner, Chair

Monthly News -March 11, 2024

President’s Message


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On another note, the guild cannot run without volunteers. There will be board positions-which are open to anyone-and non-board positions. Please consider something!  We can’t run without YOU!

Make sure you check the website for guild information. Our speaker this month is Kim Oleson and she will be presenting on Zoom due to an injury. There will be no class on Tuesday.

I hope you are working on your President’s Challenge. I happened to meet some volunteers from Honor Flight and they are excited about this project. They said that 42-45 inches is awesome and the veterans love them. If you are doing a Quilt of Valor, please follow their guidelines: The recommended size of a Quilt of Valor is 60″ x 80″; it must be a minimum of 55″ x 65″ and maximum of 72″ x 90.

In closing, our membership is growing! This means we have so many opportunities to learn from each other. Be sure to reach out and make everyone feel welcome and make new friends.

Thank you and happy quilting!

Angela Smith – President

Membership

We want to welcome four new members in February: Kim Hastings, Barbara Krit, Barbara Peteron, and Barb Saia. Please be sure to seek them out and show them how much our guild offers.

hostesses

March party hostesses are:  Patty McClearn, Joan McGivern, Sheryl Mclain, Melodie Merino, Sandy Mitchell, Linda Morriston, Dawnell Muecke, Jenne Kern, Ellen Baker, Sharon Harris,  CoCo Alaniz, and Deena Knight.

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. 

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.  

March Birthdays — Dianne Schmitt, Deb Johnson, Nan DeChant, Jimi Heneger, Terry Purkable, Kathy Spry, Mary Ellen Coe, Norma Enfield, Pam Calhoon, Barb Saia, and Kim Hastings.

Ways and Means

Company Store

😃TBQ Company Store Upcoming ALERT‼️

💲5.00 Bag💰Sale at the March TBQ meeting is scheduled!👏👏👏

SO…PLEASE come to the meeting with your $5.00 bills in hand, because you have no idea what amazing goodies you will find to stuff into one of the plastic grocery bags we provide for you to fill to the max! And the best part, it’s only $5.00 per bag!😝👍🏻‼️ We look forward to seeing your smiling faces as you fill your bags! Look forward to having fun!

Pam Jones – Chair

Quilt Camp

Our 2024 Quilt Camp is almost here.  We have 2 openings.  The camp is 4 days long, March 25,  26, 27, and 28th.  It will be at the Bank of America/Masonic Lodge bldg. in Prescott, on Willow Creek  Rd.   We start at 8am and finish around 6pm.  The fee is $125.00 for all four days.  This includes lunch every day, snacks, coffee and tea.

We plan on a of couple demos and the Right-Left-Center game, so please bring 6, 10″ squares to play.

There is always fun to be had.  Bring your UFOs, new projects, things you need help on.  If you have not paid for your spot, please bring a check made out to TBQ, to the March 11th meeting.

Can’t wait to see you all.

  Cathy Day – Chair

Monthly News – February 12, 2024

President’s Message

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The year sure is flying by.  I feel like I should be starting the Christmas projects now so that maybe I will actually get everything done, but we know that will not happen.  It was a good thought.

Pretty soon we will get to see our opportunity quilt.  I know everyone is anxious to see it.

This time of year is filled with reminders.  Reminders that we need a nominating committee, a quilt team for the next year and a potential slate of officers in the coming months.  There are many capable and talented people in our guild, so please don’t be afraid to step up and take a position.

At our February meeting, we will have Joyce Larson who is a quilt appraiser. There are forms on the website, under “Programs and Workshops” with prices if you want to have a quilt appraised. Also, on February 13, Kathleen Bond will be teaching a paper-piecing class so if you are interested and you haven’t signed up contact her and she can help you out.

Until then, stay well, and I look forward to seeing you at the February meeting.

Angela Smith – President

membership

Please welcome our three new members, Sandra Turczak, Martie Winkelman and Mary Turley.
 
 

hostesses

Febuary party hostesses are:  Nancy Lande, Nancy Lefler, Dani Lerberg, Pat Little, Anne Marston, Sandy Mazzurco, Dana Swain, Kim Keogh, Judy Peyret, Terry Purkable, Paula Bryant, Terry Grenier, and Sari Butler.

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. 

BIRTHDAYS

Birthday 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.  

February Birthdays — Dani Lerberg, Dianna Dunn, Cheryl Giovenco, Betty Foley, Pat Noel, Martie Winkelman, Sally Thomas,  Barbara Sweeney, Mike Boyle, Kathy Oppelt, Carol Miller, Mary Scherer, MaryAnn Conner, Donna Osborne, Sherri Hubbs, Cheryl Bouquet, and Carol Brownlow.

PROGRAMS & WORKSHOPS

You are going to want  to join us on February 13th for a day of fun and learn a different technique for foundation paper piecing.  

You do not sew through the paper, so there is no paper to tear away and the pattern is reusable.

The supply list is on the Workshop Page on the website.

The class is $35 and the pattern is included.

Kathleen Bond, Chair

community service

Adult Center Display

It was our intention to have a “one-woman” display with the quilts from our talented member Kathleen Semerau. However, Kathleen only makes large quilts and so Linda Craig offered two of her quilts to fill the small areas on the back wall. As you can see, Kathleen is multi-talented and a prolific quilter. She
quilts all of her quilts on her domestic sewing machine. We always look forward to seeing what her latest work of art is at our monthly Show and Tell. Linda also produces quilts with various techniques as you can see with her hand embroidered quilt and hand appliqued quilt.

Maryann Conner, Chair

Ways and means

 Ways and Means would like to thank Amy Stark, Kathleen Semerau and Pat Noel for their work and donation of a beautiful black, white and red quilt, which was used as an opportunity quilt. Tickets were sold at guild meetings and the Yavapai Jeep Posse Last Minute Stocking stuffer more than $250.00 was raised in ticket sales. Sharon Bais of Chino Valley won the quilt, “first time winning anything and is large enough to fit her bed and tuck around the pillows.”

I am looking for ideas for another fundraiser…. “Silent Auction” anyone?

Liz Hart, Chair

Quilt Camps

Hello Ladies!

 Just a reminder, we are taking reservations for our 2024 Quilt Camp.  We have 9 openings left.  It will be at the Masonic Temple/Bank of America Building on the 2nd floor.

The Quilt camp will be March 25, 26, 27, 28th, that is a Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. We will be having a continental breakfast and a lunch daily.

There  will be a pot luck on Tuesday and on Wednesday nights.  Once the sign up is complete we will let you know what night you will be responsible.

You can bring anything you want to work on.  UFOs, new projects etc…..  We open at 8am and closing between 5 to 7 pm.  You can come and go as you need to.  We will be playing R-L-C, so bring 6 10″ squares so we can play 2 games.  We are going to have so much fun and fellowship!!  Not to mention food.  There will be daily gifts and some prizes also.  

THE PRICE FOR ALL FOUR DAYS IS $125.00.  Please bring your check, payable to TBQ, or cash to the February 12th meeting or you can mail it to me.  

Cathy Day, Chair 

Retreat Lite Returns!

For those lucky 24, who quickly added their names to our attendance list, we’ll see you on Monday morning, February 5th at the Aztlan Lodge (Bank of America) building, floor two for TWO FULL DAYS of sewing and creating in community with your fellow guild members. Watch your emails around February 1st for last minute reminders. 

If you would like to be added to our waitlist just in case we have a last-minute cancellation, please contact Dana Swain. 

Happy stitching, Thumb Butte Quilters!

Dana Swain, Chair

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