Dear Friends,
A few of us spent 2 hours re-folding Vicki S’s quilts at her husband’s request. (Vicki was a beloved member who passed away last year.) There were well over 100 quilts some with deep personal meaning. We could see Vicki’s journey as a quilter as we laid out each quilt and carefully folded it on the bias to prevent permanent creases. Obviously, she was a prolific and very talented quilter and we talked with Bob as we oohed and aahed over each beautiful piece of work. Thank you to Peg B, Ann H, Lynn H, Melissa S, April S, and Cheri W.
I’m looking forward to spending a few days focused only on sewing and fun with 60 quilting friends at our Shipshewana Quilt Retreat! Many thanks to Chis B. and her team for all the planning and hard work that goes into this bi-annual event! Some of our friends will be at the Great Wisconsin Quilt Show and some at Quilts in the Park, Pendelton. I wish I could be everywhere!
At the retreat, I will have a few kits to make simple nine-patch squares from Naomi’s scarves, which we will turn into a disappearing nine-patch quilt to honor her life. (Naomi was the first Lutheran Church comfort dog in Indiana.)
At our September meeting, we will have an informational program about thread and batting. There is always something new to learn! We will be electing next year’s officers. I’m also looking forward to everyone’s show and tell from the August Workshop, the fabulous Community Open House, and this upcoming quilty weekend!
Reminders:
- Please come a few minutes early so that you can be in your seat right at 9:30 when the fun begins.
- If you are able, please park in the side parking lot at the church
- Wear your name tag and bring a $1 donation and/or donation item for Cornerstone Lutheran
Stay cool!
Mary