Members Teaching Members

From Marilyn ... November is our month to have Members Teaching Members as our program for the general meeting. Each year a few members demo a technique, a tool, or an item of interest to the membership. This year we had three speakers. Cheryl showed us her Folded Log Cabin quilt in which the blocks … Continue reading Members Teaching Members

Members Teaching Members

The programme for the November 2021 meeting was our traditional "Members Teaching Members," but this year it happened online. It was excellent. We are old hands on Zoom now! Linda's Banners Linda F gave a trunk show of the wonderful banners that adorn her front door and change through the seasons. She spoke about giving … Continue reading Members Teaching Members

Hints, tips and ideas galore!

October's meeting was truly packed with good stuff. Right off the bat, as we signed in at the door, we each filled out a small form for December's Secret Santa Mug Rug exchange, just names, favourite and least favourite colours were divulged. At the November meeting, those who have not yet drawn a recipient's name … Continue reading Hints, tips and ideas galore!

The New York Beauty Block and Tips for Quilters

Two of our members entertained us with presentations at our November meeting. The New York Beauty Block Marilyn talked about the variations and possibilities of the beautiful New York Beauty block and brought samples to show us. The blocks are constructed with paper foundation piecing. Marilyn suggested using freezer paper and a smaller stitch length … Continue reading The New York Beauty Block and Tips for Quilters