Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets during the event, and to those who stopped by for a chat. We appreciate your support of the PEI Modern Quilt Guild!!
Now, back to the August meeting...
Heather welcomed 14 members and 2 guests to the meeting. Welcome to Margaret and Rose Marie!!
Heather was pleased to announce that the inaugural "PEI Quilt Hang Out Day" was a huge success! Did you take part in "PEI Quilt Hang Out Day"?
We were excited to hang our quilts at Peake's Quay, this year. It was a perfect day, spent chatting with folks enjoying the long weekend. Thank you Susan for arranging the location and to all the volunteers who helped set up!
We look forward to showcasing even more of our members quilts next year!! We hope "Quilt Hang Out Day" will continue to grow as an annual event.
Next up we had a Block Lotto Draw.... 85 fish blocks were turned in at this month's meeting, and the winner was Lucinda!!! Lucinda then graciously gifted all the blocks to one of our newest members Lori!! Her excitement and enthusiasm gave us all a good chuckle. We can't wait to see what Lori does with these fabulous blocks.
Our next Block Lotto block is Lucinda's choice "Inside Out Flowers" a 3D block made by folding and stitching a 6" square of fabric. Here she is showing us how it's done.
Here is the finished block framed with 2 1/2" strips.
Dianne, our charity coordinator has partnered up with the Cancer Treatment Centre / QEH. Members are asked to make "Chemo Comfort Pillows and Med Bag Holders".
Next up, we had a draw for the Medley Medallion Quilt Along. This month's prize was sponsored by "Buy-Rite" in Montague.
Next Month's block is the final block in the QAL. Here is Cathy demonstrating the "Flying Geese block". She demonstrated the "No Waste Method"
and the Bonus HST method.
Here is a bonus block completed using some of the bonus Half Square Triangles trimmed to 2 1/2" x 2 1/2".
We are getting very excited about the upcoming Andrea Tsang Jackson (3rd Story Workshop) Trunkshow and Workshops. This is a reminder that interested PEI Modern Quilt Guild members must have their payments in by the end of August to secure their spots.
Beginning in September we encourage non-members to contact us peimqg@gmail.com if they would like to take part in any of the workshops. (Dates and times listed below). The cost for non-members is $75.00 per workshop, and $5.00 for the Trunkshow.
It's also not to late to purchase tickets for the PEI Modern Quilt Guild "SuperNova" quilt. The winner will be drawn at the September 26th meeting. If you would like a chance to win this gorgeous quilt please contact the PEIMQG via email: peimqg@gmail.com or on Instagram:@peimqg. Tickets are $2.00 each, 3 for $5.00 or 9 for $10.00.
Show & Share
Velda shared this stunning "Diamond Dash" quilt, made with 60 degree triangles.
Janice had so much fun making this "Giraffe's in a Row" baby quilt. The pattern is by sewfreshquilts.
Dianne has found another treasure at a local thrift store!! This Summer quilt had most of us baffled as the layers were not secured in any way!! Great find Dianne!
Lucinda has been busy with non-quilt related hand crafts. This "Cotton Flower Mesh Shawl" is beautiful.
Then she shared this "Heirloom Shawl (from Hell)" It may have given her some trouble, but the end results are gorgeous!!
Lastly Susan had several items to share, This Art Gallery curated bundle contained 10 Fat Quarters.
She also picked up a few Jelly Jar openers, an easy and quick project that would be a lovely gift.
Susan also spoke of her recent trip with guest Margaret to the Halifax library. She couldn't resist picking up this book bag featuring a fresh Modern design.
Reminders:
Reminder to all members to hand in their sold/unsold raffle tickets by the September meeting!!
Postcards are due at the September meeting. (Addresses are pending)...
The Van Gogh challenge is also due at the September meeting. To be eligible for the Viewer's Choice Awards and prizes, the piece must be complete and conform to the guidelines provided.
As we have no meeting in October, Lucinda's Block Lotto choice will be due at the November meeting.
Don't forget we love having visitors!! If you happen to be on PEI this Summer reach out to us via email: peimqg@gmail.com or on IG @PEIMQG so we can fill you in on the details of our next meeting or Sew-In!!!
Upcoming events:
The following Events are planned for the West Royalty Community Room, Sobeys, 39 Babineau Avenue, Charlottetown. Save the dates!
The following Events are planned for the West Royalty Community Room, Sobeys, 39 Babineau Avenue, Charlottetown. Save the dates!
September 14th: PEIMQG Sew-In (9 - 4 pm)
September 26th: PEIMQG Monthly Meeting (7 - 9 pm)
October 5th: PEIMQG Sew-In (9 - 4 pm)
Moved to this date due to Thanksgiving.
October 5th: PEIMQG Sew-In (9 - 4 pm)
Moved to this date due to Thanksgiving.
Oct 24th: Andrea Tsang Jackson Trunkshow (7-9 pm) $5.00 at the door.
Oct 26th: Andrea Tsang Jackson - Our Swan Song Workshop (9 am-4 pm)
Oct 27th: Andrea Tsang Jackson - Teardrop Gemstone Workshop (9 am-4 pm)
Spaces are limited. For details, or to reserve your place, please email us at peimqg@gmail.com
