Randi, with the help of her hubby, David, brought along the angel pattern that we are using for the paper pieced class that I will be teaching in September. The pattern was purchased from Europe and they had to use Pay Pal, which can be challenging. We decided that summertime held too many vacations to try and plan a class. Margie will take care of reserving the room when we decide on a date.
Helen showed off one of Ellie’s quilts, “Chile con Huevo,” a paper-pieced Christmas tree quilt she made. She had it quilted by Angela and decided to donate it to Cancer Advocates. It was beautiful and such a generous gift of time and talent.
Carol brought along the quilt, “Jail House Rock” that she created for her
cousin Dianne. The quilt inspiration came from Helen, the piecing from Carol and it was quilted by Julie Thomas. Dianne is so excited with the thought that she will be “sleeping under Elvis every night!” Don’t you agree that it is a fun quilt?
Many people recall where
they were and what they were doing when legendary people die. Elvis is one of those legends as well as Kennedy (Jack and Bobby), John Lennon and Lady Diana. Where were you when they died? Can you recall?
Carol gave us an update on her cancer treatment. She was seeing Dr. Kelly every two months and he told her she doesn’t need to return till August. We are so happy for her and everyone agreed that she looks radiant. Carol shared that Trisha found a home nearby her house so they will be able to help each other. Lacey is working at a daycare center and can bring Paisley along without charge.
Carol shared her redwork quilt and was trying to decide how to quilt it. Of course we all had suggestions so good luck figuring out what to do, Carol. She also shared “Monet’s Lillies,” one of the
UFO’s in her sewing room. She planned to bind it in green and didn’t have enough fabric left. We all know how frustrating that can be but Helen was the super hero of the day for she helped Carol organize her quilt studio and in the piles of fabric found enough to bind that quilt well. Carol is spending her days embroidering and quilting. Can you think of anything better to do?
Helen shared baby pillowcases embroidered by her mother. She ordered vintage pattern reproductions from the internet that may be reproduced as there is no copyright. Vintage patterns with copyrights sold on eBay for $45 so she was delighted with her find. Carol was drooling over the patterns and managed to wrest them from Helen’s grip as she prepared to leave. Actually, Helen was willing to share with Carol so they are both happy as can be. 
We were treated with another purse that Helen created with her friend, a designer living in Reno. Helen is putting on the finishing touches. Be sure to check out the site, http://www.design&sew.com/ to see a sampling of the 45 purses created.
Helen is working on finishing her quilt tops and is doing an admirable job accomplishing that goal. She belongs to another quilt group, the Thimble Minded, and has a Christmas Quilt, Calendar quilt, Pumpkin quilt, and a round robin quilt that just wait to be sandwiched, quilted and bound. Great work, Helen!
cousin Dianne. The quilt inspiration came from Helen, the piecing from Carol and it was quilted by Julie Thomas. Dianne is so excited with the thought that she will be “sleeping under Elvis every night!” Don’t you agree that it is a fun quilt?Many people recall where
they were and what they were doing when legendary people die. Elvis is one of those legends as well as Kennedy (Jack and Bobby), John Lennon and Lady Diana. Where were you when they died? Can you recall?
Carol gave us an update on her cancer treatment. She was seeing Dr. Kelly every two months and he told her she doesn’t need to return till August. We are so happy for her and everyone agreed that she looks radiant. Carol shared that Trisha found a home nearby her house so they will be able to help each other. Lacey is working at a daycare center and can bring Paisley along without charge.
Carol shared her redwork quilt and was trying to decide how to quilt it. Of course we all had suggestions so good luck figuring out what to do, Carol. She also shared “Monet’s Lillies,” one of the
UFO’s in her sewing room. She planned to bind it in green and didn’t have enough fabric left. We all know how frustrating that can be but Helen was the super hero of the day for she helped Carol organize her quilt studio and in the piles of fabric found enough to bind that quilt well. Carol is spending her days embroidering and quilting. Can you think of anything better to do?
Helen shared baby pillowcases embroidered by her mother. She ordered vintage pattern reproductions from the internet that may be reproduced as there is no copyright. Vintage patterns with copyrights sold on eBay for $45 so she was delighted with her find. Carol was drooling over the patterns and managed to wrest them from Helen’s grip as she prepared to leave. Actually, Helen was willing to share with Carol so they are both happy as can be. 
We were treated with another purse that Helen created with her friend, a designer living in Reno. Helen is putting on the finishing touches. Be sure to check out the site, http://www.design&sew.com/ to see a sampling of the 45 purses created.
Helen is working on finishing her quilt tops and is doing an admirable job accomplishing that goal. She belongs to another quilt group, the Thimble Minded, and has a Christmas Quilt, Calendar quilt, Pumpkin quilt, and a round robin quilt that just wait to be sandwiched, quilted and bound. Great work, Helen!
I brought along the quilt that I made
for Bill’s birthday this year. He selected the moose as the animal he identifies with the most. We traveled to Portland and I gifted the quilt at a small family birthday with my kids living in the Pacific Northwest. I also shared the pillowcases I’m embroidering for my daughter, Kyna’s, 30th birthday. I selected the colors to match her wedding quilt.
Randi shared a dilemma she has trying to match 16 patch squares when the sashing has no cornerstones. Helen suggested using a white marking pen to create a guide on the sashing for matching. The light dawned and Randi has only three seams to reverse sew.
Randi gave Margie the "Sudoku Therapy" pattern and freaked her out so Helen took the pattern. Looks like Helen will be adding a new project to her list. Thank you also to Carol for bringing two sacks of quilting magazines to share. We all found one or two to take home.
for Bill’s birthday this year. He selected the moose as the animal he identifies with the most. We traveled to Portland and I gifted the quilt at a small family birthday with my kids living in the Pacific Northwest. I also shared the pillowcases I’m embroidering for my daughter, Kyna’s, 30th birthday. I selected the colors to match her wedding quilt.
Randi shared a dilemma she has trying to match 16 patch squares when the sashing has no cornerstones. Helen suggested using a white marking pen to create a guide on the sashing for matching. The light dawned and Randi has only three seams to reverse sew.Randi gave Margie the "Sudoku Therapy" pattern and freaked her out so Helen took the pattern. Looks like Helen will be adding a new project to her list. Thank you also to Carol for bringing two sacks of quilting magazines to share. We all found one or two to take home.
Updates from members on leave and our internet member:
With great sadness I want to share that Donna's dear husband, Dale, died in his home surrounded by his family on April 2. Less than a year ago Dale was diagnosed with cancer and fought hard to live. We extend our deepest sympathy to our friend, Donna. You will be in our prayers.
Email from Kathy in Juneau, Alaska: "Tom and I are leaving tomorrow for California. His folks are celebrating their 75th wedding anniversary. Now that's a REAL milestone. We'll also see my Mom and my sister Jan and her family. We come home for a week and then head to Hawaii for two weeks on a vacation. I'm looking forward to warmth and swimming in the sea. I've been finishing up all my unfinished quilting projects . Now I can start some new ones. The wallhanging I just finished I had started embroidering and beading the mini flower batk squares years ago. I did a tessalation type background with two different cloud fabrics but they really do look like reflections in water in the finished product. I love experimenting. There are some wonderful quilt stores in Hawaii so I'm giving myself permission to shop."Kathy sent pictures of her latest project, "Thinking of Spring."Upcoming dates to mark on your calendars:
- May 10, Moms on the Run, Be sure to register by May 1 for the $35 entry fee.
- May 15-17 is the Nevada State Quilt Guild first annual show in Fallon, “Nevada’s Desert in Bloom.”
Randi offered to bring refreshments to the May 18 meeting.
Keep makin’ that honey, you worker bees!
Linda
