Quilter’s Message

Hi, Quilters and I hope Crocheters,

The PARC has generously offered us a room for a new group of Linus crocheters.  The first meeting will be held Thursday, the 29th of January at 1:00 pm.  Future meetings will be held on the 4th Thursday of the month at 1:00 pm.

This first meeting we will discuss our plans going forward, check out the tools for creating fleece crocheted blankets and go over the process of two rows of crocheting.  If you are a crocheting pro or a beginner and have a passion for making kids warm and cozy, please come join us.  Just email me at the email address below.

The PARC is located at 425 Pennsylvania Avenue, 912-651-4211.

Thanks,

Renee Christensen, rippinrenee@gmail.com

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Hello, guild members!

This is Ellie, the coordinator for Project Linus of Savannah. I recently received a wonderful donation of fabric which I would like to cut into quilt kits for an upcoming Sew Day. I need a volunteer or two who can assemble quilt kits consisting of cut fabric blocks, 2 1/2″ binding strips, and backing fabric.

All fabric and quilt patterns are provided. I use patterns designed by Villa Rosa, which are easy to prepare and beginner friendly. I will also provide baggies for the quilt kits.

I’m not in a hurry, either. I haven’t scheduled the next Sew Day, but it will likely be hosted by the Quilt Guild and be held sometime this summer. Stay tuned!

If you’d like to help out, email me at elliegrix@gmail.com, or you can call/text 573-631-2571.

Thank you all for your support!

Ellie

P.S. If you’re new to the guild and want to learn more about Project Linus, you can find me on Facebook or Instagram @ProjectLinusSAV and learn more about donation requirements here: https://mailchi.mp/9f4a1cd301bf/project-linus-of-savannah-and-hilton-head

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The January Newsletter has the wrong date for the Handwork Bee.  The correct date is Tuesday Jan 27.  Thanks, Judy Lindsey

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The Modern Bee will once again be meeting in person next Wednesday Jan. 21 at the Talahi Island Community Center 532 Quarterman Road from 1-4

The first thing we’ll be doing is sharing our circle quilts, whatever shape they’re in. This was a challenge from last year. If you don’t have a circle quilt, don’t worry. Just come along and join the fun.

Next, we’ll be starting a new challenge — the modern traditionalism quilt.  We won’t be sewing yet. First, we’re going to explore what these quilts are like by examining them and getting ideas. Then we’ll start planning our own quilts (if all goes well). If you’d like, bring along some fabric you love that you think might fit into these new quilts.

If you have a quilt that you think fits into modern traditionalism, bring it along to share.

We’re welcoming anyone who’s interested in modern quilting, especially the new quild members. See you next Wednesday.

P.S. Don’t forget there’s a $3 fee to cover room rental.

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When I was showing the wholecloth quilt during Show and Tell I misspoke

pretty badly about the thread. (I get so nervous!!) I used about 3 1/2 spools of Superior

Threads Treasure thread. Coated ELS Cotton, 30 wt. 3 ply Hand Quilting Thread. The spool

says 551 on it. 300 yds per spool.

I just love Show and Tell. There are so many beautiful quilts with such a variety of styles.

Thanks

Becky Brown

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1. I enjoyed Lisa’s presentation on organizing yesterday. I took a screenshot of some helpful resources mentioned in her PowerPoint. Thanks Lisa!

2. The designer of Laurel McKeith’s beautiful quilt is Linda McGibbon. Her patterns can be found at Lakeview Quilting.

3. A Blue sweater was left at the meeting. Please let me know if it is yours.

theresasapp@aol.com

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