MINUTES
MINNEKAHTA QUILTERS GUILD MINUTES
November 12, 2009
CALL MEETING TO ORDER: President Julie Standen called the meeting to order at 7 PM. There were 30 members present. Guests introduced were: Sherry Nusbaum and Ollie Williams.
MINUTES: Laurna moved to approve the minutes from the October 8, 2009 meeting and Deloris seconded the motion. No discussion. Unanimous approval.
TREASURER: Delores presented the financial report. The current balance is $2,880.02. Income this past month was $183, from the sale of raffle tickets. There were no expenses.
LIBRARIAN: Jan passed around the new AQS order form, with books and patterns listed. She has two books on the order, but needs six orders to get the special discount. Jan asked that all books, patterns, etc. be returned to the library by the December meeting. This will allow for the new librarian (Carolyn Terrill) to become familiar with what is in the library.
HISTORIAN: There was no historian report. Helen stated that she will need three quilts to hang next month.
PROGRAM: Service Project: Joan had no report. But she did ask that the program committee meet after tonight’s guild meeting, to begin planning for the Christmas party.
UFOs: Cora reminded members that all UFO’s needed to be completed by tonight’s meeting. Cora needs a fat quarter for each UFO that was not completed. Get with Cora after the meeting to take care of this.
Challenge Quilt: The challenge quilts should be done and ready to put in the quilt show at CITH. They will be voted on for the “Peoples’ Choice” award. The winner will receive a ribbon, and a gift from Heart Song Quilts.
Christmas UFO Exchange: If you have a UFO that you are not going to complete, wrap it nicely and bring to the Christmas UFO exchange. If you do not have a UFO, let the Program Committee know, and they will find one for you.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
2009 CITH Raffle Quilt: The 2009 raffle quilt is in Karen’s care. She will be displaying it and selling tickets for it at the Passionate Quilters Retreat this weekend.
2010 CITH Raffle Quilt: The 2010 raffle quilt (“Peace Together”) is continuing to be quilted. It is located on the stage in the auditorium at the State Home. Everyone is invited to help with the quilting.
OLD BUSINESS:
Operating Guidelines: Stacey reported that these are almost done, and should be ready by the December meeting.
Guild Flyer: Joan passed around a draft of the flyer. She stated that she would like to place the guild president’s name and phone number in the flyer, as the contact person for those interested in information on the guild. Joan stated that there would be guild information to hand out at CITH.
Christmas in the Hills: The show will be set up on Friday, December 4, starting at 9 AM. If you are not able to take your quilts to the Mueller Center at that time, they can be dropped off at Heart Song until the evening of December 3. Elaine sent around a sign-up sheet for those who can work the show on December 5, and a sign-up sheet for what you plan to show. Members are also asked to sign-up to help put up the show and to take it down. The form that needs to be filled out to go with the quilts that are going to be shown was passed around and will also be in the newsletter. Be sure to complete one for each quilt you are showing. Do not fill one out for the challenge quilt, but be sure you have a label on the back of that quilt.
Christmas tree at the State Home: Julie reminds everyone to stay after tonight’s meeting to help decorate the State Home Christmas tree.
Christmas Ornaments for the Libraries: These are to be turned in tonight. Karen will be gathering these up after show and tell.
NEW BUSINESS
Annual Budget Meeting: The annual budget meeting will be held on December 5, 2009 at 2 PM, at the Mueller Center (in the small room behind the quilt show room). All outgoing and incoming officers and program chairs are asked to attend. Between now and then, be thinking of your funding needs for 2010. All members are welcome to attend this meeting. Delores is asked to complete the 2009 budget to date and bring 15 to 20 copies to the meeting. Also, at this meeting, we will be making a decision on how much we can donate to State Home.
Audit Committee: The books need to be audited before the new year starts. Julie asked for two volunteers. Marilyn Varick and Laurna Nelson volunteered.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1. Let Helen know if you have a quilt to display at the State Home.
2. Sandy thanked all those who were at the State Home during the Veterans Day program.
3. Nancy Cuckler read a poem about quilting and quilters that she found in a magazine.
4. Guild Blog/Email site: Be sure to check each month for any changes. Address is http://minnekahtaquiltguild.blogspot.com.
5. Ginny Coates reported on the Des Moines, IA quilt show that she was able to attend. She said it was very fun, and that she saw Joan Davis’ quilt that was on display. She also spoke of the “Little Princess” quilter from South Dakota. There were quilts an display from almost every state, as well as China, Australia, and Canada.
6. Karen reminded everyone of the Journey of Lights Parade and the decorating contest being held during CITH. If interested, Karen has more information and the applications for both.
NEXT BUSINESS MEETING: The next business meeting will be December10 at 7 PM.
NEXT WORKDAY: December 5 – CITH show and budget meeting.
ADJOURN: Meeting was adjourned at 7:30 PM.
BLOCK DRAWING: Julie Standen won the block drawing. She has chosen a green and off white background theme. The blocks can be any design and are to be 12/1/2” square.
SHOW AND TELL:
Caroline Standen: Two Christmas wall hangings; basket block; paint pallet.
Julie Standen: Christmas table runner; basket block; paint pallet.
Ann Powers: Crazy for color (strips & curves); bird of paradise wall hanging; Jesse’s Quilt.
Sherry Nusbaum: Very beginner’s quilt.
Laurna Nelson: Six purses; two paint pallets; basket block.
Nancy Cuckler: Two cross stitch quilted baby blankets.
Stacey Martin: Blocks
Sheryl Brost: Turkey wall hanging; UFO.
Helen Schillinger: Storm at sea quilt; basket block.
Sandy Taylor: Basket block.
Carolyn Terrill: Two Christmas ornaments.
Deloris Hagman: UFO quilt; challenge quilt.
Cora Fugier: UFO; six placemats to match Geisha table runner.
Judy Gifford: Challenge quilt; fall table topper; horse table topper.
Jan Weisser: Star quilt; challenge quilt; Sue’s challenge quilt.
Margaret Bartolome: Christmas stockings.
Ruth Angerhofer: Winter quilt; pumpkin table topper.
Elaine Anderson: Two challenge quilts; Sheryl’s block.
Pat Cerney: Baby quilt; table runner.
Marilyn Rowley: Sheryl’s basket block; quilted palette
Beth Mazzella: Yoyo palette
Ollie Williams: Queen size quilt “Desert Sky” – “my first quilt!”
Pearl Resinger: Bird house quilt; basket blocks.
Ginny Coates: Christmas quilt; pink baby quilt; purse; basket block; nine patch block.
Peggy Kaan: Black & red heart; pink heart; plaid heart; hydrangea quilt; cardinal table topper; card holder.
Delores Hickman: Leaf shadow table runner; rag quilt.
NEXT TIME
Saturday, December 5, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. – Christmas in the Hills Quilt Show.
Thursday, December 10, 7:00 p.m. Regular monthly business meeting. Christmas party. Don’t forget your UFO.
Tips:
To add sparkle to dull fabric combinations, try adding a bright color, a large print, a fabric with a tiny white print on a darker background, or replace one of your fabrics with a stripe or a check.
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October Newsletter 09
MINUTES
MINNEKAHTA QUILTERS GUILD MINUTES
October 8, 2009
CALL MEETING TO ORDER: President Julie Standen called the meeting to order at 7 PM. There were 29 members present. Guests introduced were: Barbara (Helen Schillinger’s daughter) and Sandy Coates (Ginny Coates’ sister-in-law).
MINUTES: Laurna moved to approve the minutes from the September 10, 2009 meeting and Elaine seconded the motion. No discussion. Unanimous approval.
TREASURER: Delores presented the financial report. The current balance is $2,697.02. Income this past month was $137, from the sale of raffle tickets and Fons & Porter subscriptions. The expenses were $272, for subscriptions to Fons & Porter and room rental at the Mueller Center for CITH. Delores was able to rent the room for two days for $212. This is the same amount that was paid for rental last year.
Delores reminded members to turn in the money from the sale of raffle tickets, and if they need more tickets, she has them. Delores also has the Fons & Porter subscriptions. The cost is $20 per subscription, with $5 of this going to the Guild.
LIBRARIAN: Jan passed around the new AQS order form, with books and patterns listed. Jan reported that the $25 was received from AQS from orders placed. This $25 can be used for AQS dues, or applied to the next order from AQS. Cindy made a motion that Jan be allowed to keep the $25 as she paid the guild’s AQS dues. Beth seconded that motion. No discussion. Unanimous approval.
HISTORIAN: There was no historian report. Helen stated that she will need three quilts to hang next month.
PROGRAM: Service Project: Joan had no report.
October Mystery Table Runner Class: Joan reported that the class went well. While there was only a small group, everyone had fun. Those attending the class reported on the good time, and how well presented the class was.
UFOs: Cora reminded members that UFO’s need to be turned in at the November meeting. For every UFO not completed, bring a fat quarter to the November meeting. Meet with Cora to make sure she has marked off your completed projects from her list.
Challenge Quilt: The challenge quilts should be done by the November meeting. They will then be displayed at the quilt show during Christmas in the Hills. The “People’s Choice” award at the show will be selected from the challenge quilts.
Christmas UFO Exchange: If you have a UFO that you are not going to complete, wrap it nicely and bring to the Christmas UFO exchange. If you do not have a UFO, let the Program Committee know, and they will find one for you.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
2009 CITH Raffle Quilt: The 2009 raffle quilt has been shown at the hospital. Members were asked if there was any other place they would like it shown, prior to it being shown and raffled at CITH. There were no suggestions, other than to show it at Heart Song. Julie will see if Ann would like to display in the shop prior to CITH.
2010 CITH Raffle Quilt: The 2010 raffle quilt (“Peace Together”) is now on the frame. It has been basted, and some quilting stitches have already been done. The Tuesday Morning Group is working on the quilt. Others are coming in on Wednesday afternoons around 4 PM to work on it. Everyone is invited.
OLD BUSINESS:
Update By-Laws: Julie reminded guild members that there are copies of the by-laws in the guild library, for those who didn’t get a copy previously.
Operating Guidelines: Beth reported that progress is being made on this project, and she hopes to have a draft ready by the November meeting. There are still several reports that Beth is waiting on and she has spoken to those individuals.
Guild Flyer: It is hoped that this will be together and ready by CITH.
Charity Quilts: Julie asked the members if charity quilts should be worked on at the November work day. Beth suggested that we take a hiatus from the charity quilts, and work on our own projects during the November work day. All agreed that this was a good idea.
Edgemont OctoberFest: Julie asked about the quilt show at the Octoberfest. A number of guild members displayed quilts, with Jan and Judy both placing in the show. Judy got first overall in the show. It was reported that the show was very nice and appeared to be bigger than the one at the County Fair.
Christmas in the Hills: Elaine asked that members be thinking about what quilts they will be showing, as this will give her an idea of how to use the space. Be prepared to let Elaine know at the November meeting.
Delores has made arrangements to rent the room at the Mueller Center for two days. Specifics on set-up and take down schedule will be discussed at the November meeting.
Veterans Day Program at State Home: This program is from 1 PM to 3 PM on Wednesday, November 11. Bring some quilt projects to work on, and if you have any little quilted/handcrafted items to sell, bring those also.
Quilt for Bobbie: Julie thanked all for their great blocks, and those who helped assemble the quilt. It has been delivered to Bobbie. Also, a big thank you was extended to Heart Song for donating the sashing and border fabrics. Bobbie showed the quilt tonight, and thanked all those who helped with it. (Editor’s note: Bobbie asked that the following be included in this newsletter.
"Words can't tell how blessed I feel by the wonderful quilt you made for me. Each time I use it to snuggle in I am reminded of the treasured friends I have."
"I'm doing well and am working hard for a full recovery. Thank you again, Bobbie Augustine")
NEW BUSINESS
Nomination of New Officers: Sandy and Cindy presented the following slate of officers for the guilds consideration:
President: Elaine Anderson
Vice President: Ginny Coates
Secretary: Caroline Standen
Treasurer: Delores Hickman
Librarian: Carolyn Terrill
Historian: Helen Schillinger
Program: Cora Fugier (1 Year)
Beth Mazella (2 Year)
Joan Nettinga (3 Year)
There were no further nominations from the floor. Deloris Hagman made a motion to accept this slate of offices, and Sheryl Brost seconded the motion. Unanimous approval.
Christmas tree at State Home: The guild will decorate that State Home Christmas tree after the November 12 meeting. We have plenty of decorations, and Joan will donate a tree skirt.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1. Let Helen know if you have a quilt to display at the State Home.
2. Julie read a note from Pat Coffield thanking the guild for donating a quilt to the auction for Meghan Logue.
3. Beth announced that the Cheyenne River Afternoon Painters group will be decorating Christmas trees at the Hot Springs Library and the Edgemont Library. They are asking local artists to decorate a palette ornament that represents their artistic area of expertise. Beth handed out the palettes, and they need to be returned to Beth at the November meeting.
3. There will be two Passionate Quilters Retreat at Outlaw Ranch in November. They are scheduled for the weekends of November 13 -15 and November 20 – 22. Julie sent around flyers/registrations forms for those who are interested.
4. Guild Blog/Email site: Be sure to check each month for any changes. Address is http://minnekahtaquiltguild.blogspot.com.
5. Deloris Hagman complimented HeartSong on how nice their store front looks, with the addition of the quilt blocks. It makes it very distinctive and easy to find.
NEXT BUSINESS MEETING: The next business meeting will be November 12 at 7 PM.
NEXT WORKDAY: November 7. Work on your own. Don’t forget a potluck dish.
ADJOURN: Meeting was adjourned at 7:35 PM.
BLOCK DRAWING: Sheryl Brost won the block drawing. Her chosen theme is baskets. The basket can be any shape, with or without handles, and with or without anything in it. The background should be off-white or cream, and the block is 12-1/2 inches square.
SHOW AND TELL:
Caroline Standen: Mystery table runner; leaf wall hanging; bug jar; and hand blanket stitch blocks.
Julie Standen: Leaf shadow wall hanging; challenge wall hanging and table runner; bug jar.
Laurna Nelson: Bug jar; leaf shadow wall hanging.
Helen Schillinger: Bug jar.
Arlene Mitchard: Table runner.
Stacy Martin: Queen quilt.
Pat Martin: Wall hanging.
Carolyn Terrill: Leaf shadow wall hanging.
Deloris Hagman: Bug jar.
Judy Gifford: Mystery quilt; bug jar.
Cora Fugier: Fall harvest UFO; bug jar; mystery table runner.
Pearl Resinger: Mountain Majesty UFO.
Sheryl Brost: Bug jar; Fall quilt.
Sandy Taylor: Bug jar.
Jan Weisser: Bug jar; flower block.
Elaine Anderson: 2 bug jars; mystery table runner.
Marilyn Rowley: Bug jar; Christmas stockings; appliqué block.
Cindy Reed: 2 bug jars.
Joan Nettinga: Grandma Lucy’s Dresden plate; Christa’s folio.
NEXT TIME
Thursday, November 12, 7:00 p.m. Regular monthly business meeting.
Saturday, November 7 – Work on your own project. As always, please remember to bring a potluck dish to share.
Tips:
When rotary cutting strips of the same width, put masking tape on the underside of your ruler at the cutting line. The masking tape will give a slightly raised edge to butt up to the cut fabric edge.
MINNEKAHTA QUILTERS GUILD MINUTES
October 8, 2009
CALL MEETING TO ORDER: President Julie Standen called the meeting to order at 7 PM. There were 29 members present. Guests introduced were: Barbara (Helen Schillinger’s daughter) and Sandy Coates (Ginny Coates’ sister-in-law).
MINUTES: Laurna moved to approve the minutes from the September 10, 2009 meeting and Elaine seconded the motion. No discussion. Unanimous approval.
TREASURER: Delores presented the financial report. The current balance is $2,697.02. Income this past month was $137, from the sale of raffle tickets and Fons & Porter subscriptions. The expenses were $272, for subscriptions to Fons & Porter and room rental at the Mueller Center for CITH. Delores was able to rent the room for two days for $212. This is the same amount that was paid for rental last year.
Delores reminded members to turn in the money from the sale of raffle tickets, and if they need more tickets, she has them. Delores also has the Fons & Porter subscriptions. The cost is $20 per subscription, with $5 of this going to the Guild.
LIBRARIAN: Jan passed around the new AQS order form, with books and patterns listed. Jan reported that the $25 was received from AQS from orders placed. This $25 can be used for AQS dues, or applied to the next order from AQS. Cindy made a motion that Jan be allowed to keep the $25 as she paid the guild’s AQS dues. Beth seconded that motion. No discussion. Unanimous approval.
HISTORIAN: There was no historian report. Helen stated that she will need three quilts to hang next month.
PROGRAM: Service Project: Joan had no report.
October Mystery Table Runner Class: Joan reported that the class went well. While there was only a small group, everyone had fun. Those attending the class reported on the good time, and how well presented the class was.
UFOs: Cora reminded members that UFO’s need to be turned in at the November meeting. For every UFO not completed, bring a fat quarter to the November meeting. Meet with Cora to make sure she has marked off your completed projects from her list.
Challenge Quilt: The challenge quilts should be done by the November meeting. They will then be displayed at the quilt show during Christmas in the Hills. The “People’s Choice” award at the show will be selected from the challenge quilts.
Christmas UFO Exchange: If you have a UFO that you are not going to complete, wrap it nicely and bring to the Christmas UFO exchange. If you do not have a UFO, let the Program Committee know, and they will find one for you.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
2009 CITH Raffle Quilt: The 2009 raffle quilt has been shown at the hospital. Members were asked if there was any other place they would like it shown, prior to it being shown and raffled at CITH. There were no suggestions, other than to show it at Heart Song. Julie will see if Ann would like to display in the shop prior to CITH.
2010 CITH Raffle Quilt: The 2010 raffle quilt (“Peace Together”) is now on the frame. It has been basted, and some quilting stitches have already been done. The Tuesday Morning Group is working on the quilt. Others are coming in on Wednesday afternoons around 4 PM to work on it. Everyone is invited.
OLD BUSINESS:
Update By-Laws: Julie reminded guild members that there are copies of the by-laws in the guild library, for those who didn’t get a copy previously.
Operating Guidelines: Beth reported that progress is being made on this project, and she hopes to have a draft ready by the November meeting. There are still several reports that Beth is waiting on and she has spoken to those individuals.
Guild Flyer: It is hoped that this will be together and ready by CITH.
Charity Quilts: Julie asked the members if charity quilts should be worked on at the November work day. Beth suggested that we take a hiatus from the charity quilts, and work on our own projects during the November work day. All agreed that this was a good idea.
Edgemont OctoberFest: Julie asked about the quilt show at the Octoberfest. A number of guild members displayed quilts, with Jan and Judy both placing in the show. Judy got first overall in the show. It was reported that the show was very nice and appeared to be bigger than the one at the County Fair.
Christmas in the Hills: Elaine asked that members be thinking about what quilts they will be showing, as this will give her an idea of how to use the space. Be prepared to let Elaine know at the November meeting.
Delores has made arrangements to rent the room at the Mueller Center for two days. Specifics on set-up and take down schedule will be discussed at the November meeting.
Veterans Day Program at State Home: This program is from 1 PM to 3 PM on Wednesday, November 11. Bring some quilt projects to work on, and if you have any little quilted/handcrafted items to sell, bring those also.
Quilt for Bobbie: Julie thanked all for their great blocks, and those who helped assemble the quilt. It has been delivered to Bobbie. Also, a big thank you was extended to Heart Song for donating the sashing and border fabrics. Bobbie showed the quilt tonight, and thanked all those who helped with it. (Editor’s note: Bobbie asked that the following be included in this newsletter.
"Words can't tell how blessed I feel by the wonderful quilt you made for me. Each time I use it to snuggle in I am reminded of the treasured friends I have."
"I'm doing well and am working hard for a full recovery. Thank you again, Bobbie Augustine")
NEW BUSINESS
Nomination of New Officers: Sandy and Cindy presented the following slate of officers for the guilds consideration:
President: Elaine Anderson
Vice President: Ginny Coates
Secretary: Caroline Standen
Treasurer: Delores Hickman
Librarian: Carolyn Terrill
Historian: Helen Schillinger
Program: Cora Fugier (1 Year)
Beth Mazella (2 Year)
Joan Nettinga (3 Year)
There were no further nominations from the floor. Deloris Hagman made a motion to accept this slate of offices, and Sheryl Brost seconded the motion. Unanimous approval.
Christmas tree at State Home: The guild will decorate that State Home Christmas tree after the November 12 meeting. We have plenty of decorations, and Joan will donate a tree skirt.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1. Let Helen know if you have a quilt to display at the State Home.
2. Julie read a note from Pat Coffield thanking the guild for donating a quilt to the auction for Meghan Logue.
3. Beth announced that the Cheyenne River Afternoon Painters group will be decorating Christmas trees at the Hot Springs Library and the Edgemont Library. They are asking local artists to decorate a palette ornament that represents their artistic area of expertise. Beth handed out the palettes, and they need to be returned to Beth at the November meeting.
3. There will be two Passionate Quilters Retreat at Outlaw Ranch in November. They are scheduled for the weekends of November 13 -15 and November 20 – 22. Julie sent around flyers/registrations forms for those who are interested.
4. Guild Blog/Email site: Be sure to check each month for any changes. Address is http://minnekahtaquiltguild.blogspot.com.
5. Deloris Hagman complimented HeartSong on how nice their store front looks, with the addition of the quilt blocks. It makes it very distinctive and easy to find.
NEXT BUSINESS MEETING: The next business meeting will be November 12 at 7 PM.
NEXT WORKDAY: November 7. Work on your own. Don’t forget a potluck dish.
ADJOURN: Meeting was adjourned at 7:35 PM.
BLOCK DRAWING: Sheryl Brost won the block drawing. Her chosen theme is baskets. The basket can be any shape, with or without handles, and with or without anything in it. The background should be off-white or cream, and the block is 12-1/2 inches square.
SHOW AND TELL:
Caroline Standen: Mystery table runner; leaf wall hanging; bug jar; and hand blanket stitch blocks.
Julie Standen: Leaf shadow wall hanging; challenge wall hanging and table runner; bug jar.
Laurna Nelson: Bug jar; leaf shadow wall hanging.
Helen Schillinger: Bug jar.
Arlene Mitchard: Table runner.
Stacy Martin: Queen quilt.
Pat Martin: Wall hanging.
Carolyn Terrill: Leaf shadow wall hanging.
Deloris Hagman: Bug jar.
Judy Gifford: Mystery quilt; bug jar.
Cora Fugier: Fall harvest UFO; bug jar; mystery table runner.
Pearl Resinger: Mountain Majesty UFO.
Sheryl Brost: Bug jar; Fall quilt.
Sandy Taylor: Bug jar.
Jan Weisser: Bug jar; flower block.
Elaine Anderson: 2 bug jars; mystery table runner.
Marilyn Rowley: Bug jar; Christmas stockings; appliqué block.
Cindy Reed: 2 bug jars.
Joan Nettinga: Grandma Lucy’s Dresden plate; Christa’s folio.
NEXT TIME
Thursday, November 12, 7:00 p.m. Regular monthly business meeting.
Saturday, November 7 – Work on your own project. As always, please remember to bring a potluck dish to share.
Tips:
When rotary cutting strips of the same width, put masking tape on the underside of your ruler at the cutting line. The masking tape will give a slightly raised edge to butt up to the cut fabric edge.
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