The business meeting ran quite simplistically with the discussion of how to raise funds for the guild's bank account. Almost everyone suggested the idea of paying dues to keep funds incoming. But on the other side there is a hesitation of putting the force of paying dues in action. We are still undecided in how to raise funds as of the current date. Any ideas or suggestions are welcome.
Quilt shows were also on the list of the topics. A couple of the guild's members participated in the Ashland -Old Uniontown show over the weekend of July 6th-8th. They are still waiting to hear of the results of how they finished in the show itself.
It was announced that the annual quilt show at the Bonnie Brae Farm located outside of Wellington will not be running this year do to a illness in the family.
Also on the topic of shows was the New London Quilts show that will happen in 2013. We do have a theme of the show in hand but are wondering what would be the best affordable way to hang the quilts for the up coming show. There was also a discussion of should we have a competition among the quilts or have a People's Choice, where we allow the public who attend the show vote on their favorite quilt of the show. Ideas are still welcome for any new suggestions for the show.
As a reminder the 2012 Amish Shop Hop will be happening October 31st through November 3rd. Anyone interested in attend please speak with Yvonne who is going so that car pulling can be arranged.
Other things that happened during the meeting. Jennifer brought in a few books and patterns to share as well as Marcia. One of the books that Jennifer brought in inspired the sharing of small things that can be made and a few more ladies share projects that they have made.
Before the meeting concluded we welcomed Regina and asked her a few questions about herself and what type of sewing she does. Regina has a sewing business and makes home decor, clothing and quilting projects. Which then lead to the discussion of what projects we all are currently working on and also the topic of what machines we all are using.
Now of Show and Tell:
Yvonne completed her Aunt Grace's Garden Party quilt. This quilt consist of applique and 1930's reproduction prints.
Yvonne finished up on the Missouri Star Quilt Company blocks that Chris Porter taught every one how to make this past May.
Yvonnes's last share was a Jelly Roll Race quilt that she made for her grand niece who is terminally ill.
The last big show and tell for the night was Jennifer's Winter Carnival Quilt. The quilt was designed by Julie Herman of Jaybird Quilts.
That is all everyone!
Thank you for stopping by.
The next meeting will be July 26, 2012 and we will be be working on the drawstring bags that were designed by Jeni Baker of In Color Order. Please see our side bar of the link to print out your own pattern.
Happy Quilting!
New London Quilt Guild