July 2, 2015

 The July guild meeting was short and sweet. It was a work day and much progress is being made on items for the fundraiser in November. There is a possiblity of two other craft shows we could consider selling items at - one in Mound Valley and one in Edna. More discussion later.

The block of the month is going well. Several people pieced their blocks, and some even added stitching and embellishments. Rhonda won a decorative tin. I don't know about everyone else, but this is something I have never tried before. It's good to try something new, out of our comfort zone. If this turns out not to be your favorite, it can always be donated to the fundraising event. It may turn out to be just what someone else has been looking for. So - be BRAVE! give it a shot.

This is the next block. Patterns can be found at the Bin.

Linda was the only one with show and tell this month. She had two beautiful wintry quilts to show.

 There is a new quilt shop in Joplin, Mo called The Fabric Merchant, at 120 S Main. It does not have signage yet but she has a quilt draped in the front door. The shop has very limited fabric (but beautiful) at this time and no shelving. She opened two months earlier than planned in order to participate in the Row by Row experience. There are a few parking places in front of the shop, but more in the back. She does have wool, and will have the shop full before too long. Hours are Wed - Sat from 10am to 3 pm. You can also check out her facebook page. I bought some beautiful panels and look forward to returning often.

Our next bus trip is set for October 24. Tentative destinations include Bixby, Ok and Hennessey, OK. More details to follow. Of course, if you remember the last bus trip, seats sell out fast! Don't delay putting your name on the list if you think you will want to go.

The paper piecing class will be July 14 and 21 (9-11:30 or 6-8:30 time slots). Let Nancy or MaryAnn know if you want to sign up for this.

Fair entries need to be to Nancy by the 13th if you want her to take them in (she will be busy the rest of the week) or you can drop them by the fair yourself by the 20th.

Nancy shared tips from Edyta Sitar of Laundry Basket Quilts on applique. Since Peggy is sharing some on them in the newletter, I will not print them here. Ask Nancy if you can't wait.