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CONTENTS

Calendar of Events ....................................................2Small Groups / Warm Wrappings ..............................3Quilt Show Corner .....................................................4Block-of-the-Month ....................................................5From the Membership Chair ......................................6Book Report ..............................................................7Secret Pals ................................................................7Meeting Minutes .....................................................8-9Upcoming Quilt Shows ............................................102009 Forms ........................................................11-14

Sue Siefkin

MONTHLY NEWSLETTER OF COUNTRY CROSSROADS QUILTERS OF MODESTO

FEBRUARY 2009

President’s LetterT ake a bow, Country Crossroads! Our quilt show was

our loveliest and most successful ever! The quilts were glorious, the lighting greatly improved, set-up a snap, the aisles spacious, the fl owers breathtaking, the vendors varied, the attendance fabulous and the comments uniformly enthusiastic. I am proud of us! Warm thanks to Janet, Suzanne and each and every one of you who participated.

Tip #11Blue painters’ tape is indispensable in my quilt studio. Buy the best

quality tape—it won’t leave any sticky residue when removed. It is ideal for creating straight lines to guide either hand or machine quilting. Strips of tape can be removed and repositioned repeatedly. The right width tape can make quilting a grid design super easy. I also use tape to anchor the layers of my quilts to the table when pin basting quilts that are too small to reach the table edges. Tape can also be used to mask areas I want to protect if I am adding paint or ink to specifi c elements of a piece. And I use multiple strips of tape on

top of each other positioned to create a perfect quarter inch seam guide alongside my sewing machine needle. I use it to anchor transparencies and stencils too. The uses are endless and a roll lasts a long time. Happy quilting!Sue

Roxanne Langan:

Victorian Embellishing at its FinestT he work of Roxanne Langan is

described as a renewed fascination of crazy quilting and ribbon work, with a touch of Victoriana. Incorporating beautiful Victorian themes with patterns, vintage photo transfer, antique lace, as well as hand-dyed fabrics, ribbons and trim, Roxanne makes embellishing reach new heights. She will be our featured guest at our Program Meeting on March 10th, with a trunk show and lecture.

Roxanne creates piecing techniques so that scraps are used up, and then embellishes with thread or silk ribbon embroidery stitches, hankies, buttons, trims and other memorabilia. Once piecing is done, she fashions the block into an heirloom pincushion, pillow, needlecase, stocking or makes it the fi rst of several blocks for a larger crazy quilt. Her work is reminiscent of the 1800 Victorian style.

Roxanne offers Ribbon Retreats twice a year in the Santa Cruz mountains. If you are interested, her e-mail is: [email protected]. Her website is: www.roxannesribbonry.com, where you can see her work.

Our meeting is at Eastridge Community Church, 2319 St. Paul’s Way, Modesto. Admission is free to members, $3 for non-members. We begin at 7:00 p.m.

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Program MeetingsFeb. 10 ....Roxanne Langon will

speak on the topic of Embroidery.

Mar. 10 ....Pixeladies will present a lecture and workshop on using photographs on quilts, purses and jackets.

April 14 ....Judy Dains will speak on “Thread Play.”

2009 Guild Offi cers and Committee NomineesThe Nominating committee of Sue Siefkin, Joyce Compton, Delores Miller, Pat Cole and Paddy Shopher met and will present the nominees for Guild offi cers and committee chairpersons for the 2009-2010 quilt year. In accordance with CCQ’s bylaws, election of Guild offi cers for 2009-2010 will be held at the Program Meeting on February 10, 2009. The list of nominees presented by the Nominating Committee is as follows:

Elected Positions:President Nancy GallowayVice President (2) Teresa Seifert & Joyce ComptonSecretary (2) Ursula Sylvan & Kathy SandnerTreasurer Delores Miller

Appointed Chairpersons:

Membership: Paddy ShopherHospitality: Carol Paras & Judy MartinSunshine: Sigga SharpSmall Groups: Teddy EllisonWarm Wrappings: Lila Bradshaw & Louise NelsonNewsletter Editor: Deborah MillerWeb Master: Anita HayNewletter Mailer: Michele Stoumbaugh

Block of the Month: Anita HaySecret Pals: Sherri HuffLibrarian: Bernice Ulm and Sarah CrozierHistorian: Robin SullivanNCQC: Janice Skiles & Ruth McCormackSet Up: Pinky Pebria & Connie PinkstonQuilt Show: Suzanne Guthrie

Warm WrappingsFeb. 4 ......Wednesday at Freedom

Fabrics on Sisk Rd., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Mar. 4 ......Wednesday at Freedom Fabrics on Sisk Rd., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Mar. 21 ....Saturday, Natl. Quilt Day at Trinity Presbyterian, 9:30 a.m to 3 p.m.

Program and Business Meetings are held at Eastridge Community Church, 2319 Saint Paul’s Way, Modesto at 7:00 p.m.

C a l e n d a r o f E v e n t s

Business MeetingsFeb. 24 ....Short Subject: Ursula

Sylvan, “No-Show Bindings.”

Mar. 24 ....Short Subject: Lila Bradshaw, Log Cabin Diamonds

April 12 ....Short Subject: Janice Skiles, Scholarship Class

May ..........Kay Hawkins and Louise Nelson, Crazy Quilting by Machine

2008-2009 CCQ Offi cersPresident Sue Siefkin ............................... 526-56021st Vice President Amy Lee .................................. 521-26282nd Vice President Teresa Seifert ........................... 526-0720Secretary Yvonne Jones .......................... 632-4652 Joyce Compton ........................ 524-6452Treasurer Paddy Shopher ........................ 577-2001 Membership Pat Cole .................................. 523-7310Hospitality Ruth McCormack .................... 526-0279 Mary Alice Metzler .................... 579-1903Sunshine Carolyn Huff ............................. 579-7046Small Groups Teddy Ellison ............................ 523-0396Warm Wrappings Lila Bradshaw .......................... 529-3872 Louise Nelson ......................... 577-2523

Newsletter Editor Deborah Miller .......................... 543-8990Newsletter Mailer Michele Stoumbaugh ............... 557-9601Block-of-the-Month Carolyn Sadler ........................ 599-0081Secret Pals Robin Sullivan ......................... 526-8805Librarian Sarah Crozier .......................... 529-1577 Bernice Ulm .............................. 523-0075Historian TBDNCQC Nancy Galloway ....................... 838-6769 Marilee Heaston ....................... 634-3054Set-Up Rich and Gloria Mendonca ...... 863-8544Web Master Deborah Miller ......................... 543-8990Quilt Show Chair Janet Borst ............................... 527-2718Quilt Show Assistant Suzanne Guthrie ...................... 521-6843

CROSSROADS CHATTER NEWSLETTER FEBRUARY, 2009 3

Teddy Ellison, Small Group Chair

Small Groups

Becoming part of a small groups is the best way

to get a lot of sewing done in a friendly atmosphere. Each hostess provides coffee or tea.

Changes in GroupsArt Focus: This group has as many members as homes will hold—not taking new members at this time.

Square One: Looking for new members

Small Group MeetingsArt Focus: First Monday 7 to 9 p.m. Contact Joyce Compton @ 524-6452

Baltimore Beauties: Feb. 5 @ Sarah Crozier’s, First Thursdays 1 to 4 p.m. Contact Justine Campbell @ 523-7478

Stitch and Rip: Feb. 6 @ Pat Cole’s, First Friday 10 a.m to 2 p.m. Contact Pat Cole @ 523-7310

Square One: Feb. 11 Second Wednesday 10 a.m to 3 p.m. Contact Lois Logsdon @ 852-9848

Star Stitchers: Feb. 18 @ Sally Glover’s Third Wed. 10 a.m to 3 p.m. Contact Sally @ 527-6871

Chat and Sew: Feb. 17, Third Tuesday 10 a.m to 2 p.m. Contact Linda Watt @578-0422

Interested in an Evening Small Group?Coleen Edwards is interested in starting a Small Group. It would be an evening group–possibly on Wednesdays from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. She could have it in her shop (Modesto Vacuum & Sewing Center @ 1600 McHenry Ave. Ste. E). Her cell is 765-4028. Please call her if you would be interested. Or you can call me (Teddy Ellison) @ 523-0396.

Meeting in a small group can be a delightful experience and a chance to make new friends as well a place to share information about quilting.

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February MeetingWarm Wrappings will meet on Wednesday, Feb. 4th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Freedom Fabrics. Their address is 660 Bitritto Ct. # A, Modesto. Bring your sewing machine and tools; we’ll supply the fabric and instructions. Come even if you don’t want to sew, there are many jobs to do that don’t involve sewing. Brink a sack lunch. Our next meeting will be Wednesday, March 4th.

National Quilting Day is March 21st

What could be more fun than a day to sew with friends? We are celebrating National Quilt Day

by sewing on Warm Wrappings projects and having a potluck. We will meet on Saturday, March 21st at Trinity Presbyterian Church on Carver Road. Time is 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. For the potluck, bring whatever you would like. CCQ will supply plates, silverware, napkins and drinks. Bring your sewing machine, scissors and thread, we’ll supply the fabric and instructions. See Lila Bradshaw or Louise Nelson for more information, 529-3872.

Each year on the third Saturday in March, quilters all over America celebrate National Quilting Day. It is a holiday meant to enrich families and individuals alike by carrying on the tradition of quilting.

National Quilt Day is celebrated with a day of charity quilting for all, and a potluck. It is held at Trinity Presbyterian Church on Carver Rd.


QUILT SHOW CORNERWow, what a GREAT QUILT SHOW!! Approximately 2,200 paid admissions!! We wish to thank all of you working on set up and hanging the quilts on Friday. The quilts were all up by 4:00, which was record time. To the families, especially the husbands, for their support and manpower in helping us every step of the way, we could not have this show without you. The check in desk did a superb job getting the numbers on the quilts and handling the quilts beautifully. Most of the members were actually gone by 5:00 p.m. this year. It was awesome. The day went smoothly and we were so thrilled with the great food at the pot luck. Thanks to all who brought food and to the gals who stepped up and took charge.

On Sat. & Sun. our attendance was more than we expected. Running out of programs, ballots, door prize and basket raffl e tickets was crazy. We all scrambled to get more of everything and our thanks go to those helping us to restock. Much to our surprise there was an extra box of programs at the printers, (he gave to us at no cost). We thank all the members working their shifts as greeters, white gloves, opportunity ticket sales, admission sales, raffl e basket sales. You all were wonderful and stepped up for additional shifts when we needed it. Thanks to all of you working a

shift when you did not sign up for that time…you were life savers. Our show was elegant, professional and very pleasing to the eye. Without the vignettes, our viewers were able to get closer to the quilts and were able to read the labels better.The fl owers provided by the Modesto Garden Club added to the beauty and elegance of the show and we so appreciate their design and presentation.Our featured quilters, Ruth Brown and Teresa Seifert, had wonderful displays of art and whimsical design. Our guests loved talking to them and their pieces were awe inspiring.Our guest artists, Ann Smith and Barbara Vieira, displayed beautiful clothing that was show stopping. Alex Anderson was a treat for us on Sunday as she took the time to speak and inspire our guests.Our Opportunity Quilt was won by Janice Truman, Teresa Seifert’s sister-in-law!!! Our thanks to the designers and makers of this exquisite quilt, we were so proud to have it as our opportunity quilt.

Garden Quilts1st Ruth McCormack ........A Rabbit in Mayris’ Garden2nd Teresa Seifert .............Garden Club Hen3rd Joyce Compton ............CalendulaHonorable Mention .............Water Lily & Frog, Sue SiefkinHonorable Mention ..............Lady Bug in the Garden, Janet BorstSmall Appliqué1st Teresa Seifert ..............Santa2nd Teresa Seifert ..............Bird of Paradise3rd Bernice Ulm ................Fall ColorLarge Appliqué1st Sue Pharis ....................Echoes of the Past2nd Bernice Ulm ..................Wedding Wishes3rd Linda Cover ..................A Long Way from BaltimoreHonorable Mention ..............Bittersweet, Barbara LieseHonorable Mention ..............Victorian Valentines, Chris OswaldSmall Pieced1st Delores Miller ..............The Broken Star 2nd Anita Hay .....................Log Cabin Village3rd Marie Bairey ................Thought I’d Never FinishHonorable Mention ..............Michael’s Bookshelf, Teresa SeifertHonorable Mention ..............Stars & Strips Kaleidoscope, Marie BaireyLarge Pieced1st Maureen Rasmussen ..Anne’s Wedding Quilt2nd Louise Nelson .............Attic Window3rd Liz Carota ....................African BeautyFirst Quilt1st Gwen Schroeder ..........3rd Move2nd Bonnie Evers ...............Passport to Asia

Art/Innovative1st Sue Siefkin ............The Pond2nd Sharon Morris .......Cranes in Flight/ Flight from the Garden3rd Janet Pittman ........Neptune’s GardenWearables1st Suzanne Guthrie/Rebecca ........ Vest2nd Louise Nelson ......................... Jacket and Pants3rd Nancy Grant ............................ Jacket and HatNeedlework1st Joyce Compton ........................ Tip Top Toddler’s2nd Carolyn Sadler ......................... Woodland Owls3rd Yvonne Jones/Provenzano ..... Bear Family

BEST OF SHOWMaureen Rasmussen ...................... Anne’s Wedding Quilt

Judged Quilt RibbonsAppliqué1st Teresa Seifert .......................... Santa2nd Barbara Liese ......................... Bittersweet3rd Linda Cover ............................. Mrs. McGregor’s GardenArt/Innovative1st Sue Siefkin .............................. Water Lily & Frog2nd Janet Pittman .......................... For Frida3rd Teresa Seifert .......................... Greg Did ItPieced1st Shelly Dameron ....................... Iris at Dusk2nd Nancy Galloway ....................... Match Point3rd Carolyn Sadler ......................... Woodland Owls

“AND THE RIBBONS WENT TO...”

CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU ALL!It has been our pleasure to have had your trust and encouragement as your chair and co-chair throughout the planning of the Quilt Show. We appreciate and cherish your friendships and will look forward to our next show in 2011. Janet and Suzanne

(Thank you to the ballot counting team)


CCQ March 2009 Block of the Month Flying Kite Block

Paper Pieced Block with 5 layout options 6” finished 6 ½” unfinished Background corners are plain WHITE fabric Kite pieces are any bright prints or solid scraps. Step 1 Print out several copies of pattern and highlight in color the

lines you plan to use for each kite block. One pattern for each kite. Step 2 Remember that you will be sewing the back side of the block so

each fabric piece must be cut so right side of fabric will be up when finished. Allow ¼” seam allowance around each piece as you cut.

Step 3 Number the pieces as in selected diagram and sew in order listed. Option 1 Option 2 Option 3 Option 4 Option 5

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It was wonderful to see so many people at the quilt show expressing an interest in joining our Guild. When you see a new member please take the time to say hello.

ADD TO YOUR DIRECTORYNew Members:

Betty Carpenter 3804 Wichita WayModesto, 95357Phone 529-5444Coleen Edwards3308 Lancashire LaneModesto, 95350Phone 575-5817Anni Champagne gave me this link and asked me to

look at the work of Sharon Schamber. I thought it would be something you would enjoy looking at as well. Sharon’s website offers several free patterns that are complete with diagrams and photos, plus offers VERY intricate instruction on hand quilting, binding, circle pattern, hand piecing Y seams, with clear directions. You will be amazed at the work put into the instructions, and they are free and can be downloaded in a PDF format. This site has a Galley of pictures for inspiration. Sharon Schamber is an amazing quilter, with a traditional style mixed with a fl air for art. Sharon will be at the Foothills Quilters Guild, Auburn, CA on February 12th & 13th giving a lecture and workshop, and at Empty Spools Seminar Aug. 30-Sept. 5.

Let me know if you have a favorite site to suggest for next month.

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Membership Chair

Pat Cole

WEB LINK OF THE MONTH

http://www.sharonschamber.com

Deborah Miller

Edie Carreiro424 Ansonville LaneModesto, 95357Phone 521-5398Liz Able1139 E. Morris Ave.Modesto, 95350Phone 526-4778

MEMBERSHIP DUES:It is time to renew our membership – please fi ll out the Membership Form (enclosed in Newsletter) and bring it to a Guild meeting or mail to Paddy Shopher along with your check made out to CCQ. Remember get them in no later than March 24, 2009.

TERRY KENDRICK MEMORIAL ASILOMAR SCHOLARSHIP The application form is in the newsletter – The Empty Spools Seminar is a wonderful experience – If you have been a member two or more years and have never attended an Empty Spools Seminar, I encourage you to apply. Winner of the scholarship will receive $500 towards tuition. Balance of tuition is responsibility of winner. Empty Spools offers several 5-day sessions each year, and provide housing and meals with the cost of tuition. It is held in the Monterey area.

Quilt Show Shirt SalesSales of denim and polo shirts went well. Thank you to all who ordered. Future orders can be made directly from Fields of Fabric Quilt Shop in Ceres. Special thanks to Connie and Karen for their support for our fi rst time shirt offering. Deborah Miller

Special Thanks for BOMWe would like to thank Carolyn Sadler for doing

Block-of-the-Month for the past two years. It has been a vital part of our Guild. Carolyn helped us

learn new techniques and try blocks we would not normally attempt. She’s kept us informed and given us

storyboards and instructions that are easy to follow. You’ve done a great job. Thank you!

Best In Show WinnerMade by Maureen Rasmussen

“Anne’s Wedding Quilt”

Maureen made this for her daughter for a wedding gift. It took two years to complete. It was all handmade and quilted. The intricate quilting was done with variegated blue thread, giving a subtle color to the white background.


The adage is s t i l l t rue,

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receiv ing is very fun, too.

By Alex Anderson

Alex leads us through basic design techniques, quilt design, laying out, general instructions and fi nishing touches.

She has a method for cutting all straight edge block pieces that is easy to understand. They include Maple Leaf, Log Cabin, Pine Tree, Pinwheel, Sailboats, Sawtooth, Double Sawtooth Star, Postage Stamp Basket, Saltbox House Cherry Basket and the 9-Patch.

Full-sized quilt patterns to make include Maple Leaf, Postage Stamp, Double Sawtooth Star, Saltbox House, Fishing with Pop-Pop, Sailboat and Cherry Basket.

She has the schematics for the blocks in actual size (no enlarging required). Check it out! ✔

Quilts for Fabric Lovers

Sarah Crozier

64 pages of colorful quilt designs and

step-by-step examples quilt design, laying out, general instructions and

edge block pieces that is easy to understand.

Sawtooth Star, Postage Stamp Basket, Saltbox

She has the schematics for the blocks in actual size

step-by-step examples

Secret Pals Will Start Again in MarchThe notion of a secret admirer has long been the subject of novels and movies. Having a CCQ Secret Pal is like having a secret admirer with quilting the common thread (pun intended). There is something very heartwarming in receiving a small gift or card from someone who is thinking of you. And it’s equally blessed to give someone a surprise without getting credit for it.

Secret Pals is a simple and enjoyable way to make a new friend and become part of a little underground operation within the Guild. If you’ve never been a Secret Pal, think about doing it in 2009.

Not sure you know how to be a Secret Pal? Here’s some fun ideas for making your experience more “secretive.”

10 Ways to be Creative in Secret Pals: 1. Sign your cards with your left hand (if you’re right-handed) or right hand

if you’re left-handed) to hide your handwriting or type your message. 2. If you’re worried your Secret Pal will see you, ask a member to set your

gift in the Secret Pals basket. 3. Bake your Secret Pal something yummy and include the recipe. 4. Write notes that do not sound anything like yourself to throw the scent off

your trail. Include a spelling error if you are worried you’ll be found out. 5. Make a Block-of-the-Month and put your Secret Pal’s name in the drawing. 6. Give your Secret Pal a small item or greeting card to match the season. 7. Send an anonymous eGreeting Card (with a new e-mail account). 8. Find something to compliment your Secret Pal about from watching

her/him at meetings and write it in a note. 9. Send a silly gift at least once in the year, like a pair of silly socks or a t-shirt.10. Send a funny card every so often. They’ll make you laugh, too.

Secret Pals will begin anew in March and go until December. We want to encourage you to become a Secret Pal this year. The sign-up form is in this newsletter. The commitment is simple: Remember your special friend at least once monthly with a card or remembrance and remember them on their birthday and anniversary, all without them knowing who you are. Gifts should be small and under $10. The best rule for giving to your Secret Pal is to “do unto others as you would have them do unto you.”

Membership and Secret Pal Forms on WebsiteThe new Membership Form and Secret Pal Information Form are included in this newsletter and are also on the home page of the Web site. Forms should be completed and turned in by February 25.

FEB. 24th BUSINESS MTG.ANNOUNCING:

Inventory Reduction Sale Retired Library Books and $1 Fabric Grab Bags

Our Library is overfl owing with books. To make room for all our new additions we have selected some of our books to sell.

Warm Wrappings will have a Dollar Sale as well. They have put together an assortment of fabric scraps to tempt any quilter.

Sale is at the Business Meeting in February (2-24-09).

DON’T MISS THIS GREAT OPPORTUNITY!

Book Review:


President Sue Siefkin called meeting to order at 7 p.m. She urged members to sign up to help with Quilt Show and for short subjects. The January newsletter has the list of nominees for Guild Offi cers. The pastor has notifi ed the Pres-ident of management changes concerning the use of the building for meetings. She is explor-ing some options. She also mentioned Yvonne Porcella has a show at the Chartreuse Muse.Lila Bradshaw read letter from Community Hospice thanking members for generous do-nation of 16 quilts. They are given to bereaved clients and children. Bernice Ulm said to look forward to sale of duplicate library books and older books at the business meeting.Quilt Show chair Janet Borst said more vouch-ers are needed. Sign-up and you will get them. There is no Potluck chair for Friday before the Quilt Show. Wendy Walsh will help but needs more people to assist. The banner permit was $35.00 but it will be hung all week before the show. Doors will open at 8 am on Friday. Set up will begin at 8:15. Be sure to get a badge to be in the room. Marie Bairey talked about cube set up. Lois Logsdon (the pipe lady) talked about hanging crew and how quilts get into the computer. There are fewer quilts and they are smaller. There are 209 quilts, 8 garments, and 5 pieces of needlework. Nine quilts were made by children; 19 are garden quilts and 14 are journal quilts. Thirty quilts are to be judged. Justine Campbell, registrar, asked that quilts are folded with the label up and to keep track of receipts. Linda Cover, vendors, showed vendor badge. There are 27 vendors, of which 16 are new. Potluck food should arrive at 11:00 a.m. Bring main dishes, salad and desserts. Sodas and water are also needed. 12:30 p.m. hang-ing crew begins. 1:00 p.m. quilt check in ends and set up of quilts and wearables begins. 5:00 p.m. complete labeling and remove all food from hospitality area. 600 p.m. clean up. 8:00 p.m. security arrives. The counting room is for counting only; no purses or packages are allowed. Make plans to store personal items. Parking lot has two kiosks and will charge $1 per hour. Saturday and Sunday schedule be-gins with crews arriving at 9:30 a.m. Nancy Galloway, white gloves, said to look in hospitality room for scarves and white gloves. Music will be provided by Sue Siefkin. Membership information will be with Warm Wrappings. Marilee Heaston said demonstra-tions begin at 11:00 a.m.; Linda Cover, Nancy Galloway, Joyce Compton, Suzanne Guthrie, and Kathy Sandner on Saturday. Sunday: Linda Cover, Wendy Walsh, Deborah Miller and Nancy Galloway. Linda Cover will an-nounce door prizes hourly. Cathi Hoover, quilt judge, will give feedback. Joyce Compton, raffl e baskets, has collected baskets and much stuff.

Tickets are $1, 5 for $6 and 10 for $13. Tracey Thomas is volunteering to help Marie Bairey. BOM, Carolyn Sadler displayed snowmen on blue blocks. Balinda Johnson is the win-ner. Deborah Miller showed the February block and how to put together.

Show and Tell:• Terri Shaver showed a doll bed used by

her step sister for her cats. Her step mom made the bedding. Terri made the quilt.

• Janet Pittman displayed her wall hanging featuring clematis fl ower, embellished with bobbin work.

• Sue Siefkin bought “Applique–The Basics and Beyond” book by Janet Pittman at Freedom Fabrics.

• Linda Cover showed pastel colored quilt with stars for baby Jillian, now 1 year old. Linda’s husband taught at MJC in Ag Dept. Jillian is daughter of former student.

• Sue Schlange has daughter now 39. At age 33 she was mother of 5 children. After triplet boys, daughter Kim went to school to become an RN. Sue bought nurses panel, cut it apart and made a quilt for Kim, added RN after she passed boards. The back was cleverly patched.

• Olive Vivande’s son married 6 years ago. Wedding guests signed squares (95). She and daughter-in-law made pictures on fabric of wedding and invitation; used wedding dress fabric to make calla lily, fabric from groom’s suit to make a pocket and all of the squares to make a lovely remembrance quilt. Jeanette at Sew Central in Hilmar quilted the quilt. Hawaiian fabric bought during Hawaiian honeymoon was used as backing.

• Vicki Pelucca bought fabric at a quilt show in Reno to make rooster and sunfl ower quilt. Main panel was left out but they sent it to her.

• Donna Shervington has a staff of ladies who work for her. Sometimes she needs a gift. She showed table runners that are easy to make. One was Christmas and two

were wine-related patterns. Her appliqué project using circles was quilted by Rich Mendonca.

• Loretta Dodson made a pink quilt with stars for her granddaughter’s 3rd birthday.

• Barbara Sutton made a quilt in blue and yellow with fl owers for a friend who has health problems.

• Virginia Lamphear took the quilt off the bed to show. It was in blues with fabrics from the 80’s, 90’s and 2000’s.

• Nancy Galloway fi nished her tree silhouette on blue, fi nished a Baltimore album inspired wall hanging started in Justine Campbell’s class 6 years ago and showed a quilt 70 years in the making. Her mother, now 96, made fl owers by hand and fi nished all but one corner. About 35 years ago, Nancy took fl owers apart; on vacation she appliquéed fl owers to background and made squares; 10 years later, she decided on sashing; in 2000 she brought quilt to business meeting and hand basted the quilt; about 2 months ago, she asked Janet Skiles to quilt it. At 5:30 tonight she fi nished the binding.

• Marilee Heaston just fi nished binding on her quilt for her niece. Janice Skiles said she would be able to quilt fi rst week of January. It is a signature quilt with fabric from her mother.

• Carolyn Sadler showed her quilt to be judged. Her mother loves owls. When Carolyn’s mother-in-law passed away, she left squares with owls embroidered by her grandma. Carolyn took the squares, sashed them with multicolored fabrics on brown.

• Ursula Sylvan showed us her Garden Club quilt. She had a picture of succulents and her wall hanging had dimensional fabric hen and chicken succulents. Her second hanging of a banana leaf and fl ower were from a class with Jane Sassman in Hawaii.

January 27th meeting will be Quilt Show wrap-up. Louise Nelson will show us machine crazy quilting as a short subject. Quilt show t -shirts are on their way. Ursula said Chat and Sew will meet Thursday at her house.

Meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m.

Respectfully submitted, Yvonne M Jones, Co-secretary

Program Meeting—January 13, 2009Meeting Minutes


The business meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by President Sue Siefkin. The minutes for the December meeting were ap-proved as printed.Correspondence: Sue read a thank you note from Amy Lee thanking Guild members for the “onesies” given to her baby boys.Vice President’s Report: In the absence of the vice presidents Sue announced that Roxanne Langon is scheduled for the February program. She will speak on embroidery and embellishments. Ursula Sylvan will demonstrate “no show” bindings at the February business meeting.President Sue reminded members to watch for Scholarship and Secret Pal applications in the February newsletter. Membership dues should also be paid in February.Sunshine: Teresa Seifert’s mot her had a stroke. It was suggested that a card be sent to her.Small Groups: Teddy Ellison announced that a new small group is needed for evenings. Please contact if you are interested in joining an eve-ning group. Art Focus will meet at Joyce Comp-ton’s on the fi rst Monday in February. Baltimore Beauties will meet at Sarah Crozier’s on the fi rst Thursday. Square One will meet on the second Wednesday at Chris Oswald’s.Warm Wrappings: Warm Wrappings will meet on the fi rst Wednesday, Feb. 4th, at Freedom Fabrics.Block-of-the-Month: Deborah Miller showed the BOM for February—a Valen-tine’s Bouquet. Directions for this block may be seen in the newsletter or on the website.Secret Pals: Robin Sullivan said it is time to choose new Secret Pals. Please fi ll out the form printed in the February newsletter if you are interested in participating in this activity. Library: Bernice Ulm announced that she purchased a new book for the library: Appliqué Takes Wings. There will be a book sale at the next business meeting. Warm Wrappings will also conduct a sale at this time.NCQC: The NCQC representatives attended the Meet the Teachers meeting recently. A number of teachers were contacted about giving presentations at our Guild. Teresa Seifert will give a full report when she returns.Newsletter: Deborah Miller noted that the dead-line for the February newsletter is Jan. 28th. Webmaster: No report. It was suggested that website will have photos from the quilt show on display soon.Set-Up: A sign-up sheet for Set-Up was passed around. Old Business: There is no news on a facility for our meetings. Sue has left messages with the church but has not received a response. A number of alternative meeting places have been contacted should a move be necessary.

Quilt Show Wrap-Up: Janet Borst thanked Guild members for helping make the show so successful. Over 2200 guests attended the show. This is the highest attendance ever. This led to the show running out of programs, wristbands, and door prize tickets. Pinnacle Solutions was able to provide an additional 300 programs for the show. Alex Anderson made an appearance on Sunday. A number of guests commented they enjoyed meeting her. Janet reported that she received many compliments at the show and lots of e-mails after the show. Guests were impressed with the professionalism of the show, how well they were treated, the fl owers, the roominess (that allowed them to read the quilt descriptions), and the programs. Most programs were kept by the guests. They found them to be lovely and informative. Many kept them to use the discount coupons included in the ads.The set-up went very smoothly. All the quilts were hung by 3:30 p.m. Janet thanked Lois and Syd Logsdon, and Marie Bairey for all the work they did over the past year to stream-line the set up. Lois Logsdon stated the Delores Miller’s original design and previous work on set up made her job easier. Delores Miller com-mented that the new crosspieces looked great. Their strength meant no more sagging quilts. The quilts were beautifully hung and the tra-pezes worked great. More black drapes will be needed for the next show. Janet announced there would be wrap-up meeting with the show com-mittee chairs on the February 9th. All chairs are asked to submit their fi nal reports at that meet-ing. The opportunity quilt was won by Janice Truman, Teresa Seifert’s sister-in-law.Justine Campbell complimented the check in crew for their help checking in the quilts. Every-thing went smoothly. Joyce Compton thanked members for the contributions to the raffl e bas-kets. We had 36 baskets. There was a very posi-tive response to the baskets at the show. The set-up and take down crews were thanked by Marie Bairey. All went smoothly and the many extra volunteers helped to expedite the process. The Guild’s mission to educate the community about quilting was well met, as many non-quilters enjoyed the show. Teddy Ellison reported that the potluck went well. More hot dishes should be added next time.Warm Wrappings: The Warm Wrapping table was busy as many guests visited to get more information about the group’s work for charities. Cards were given out explaining the group’s work and mission. Two Warm Wrap-ping quilts were sold. The money paid went to the charity chosen by the buyer. One of the vendors, Victorian Quilts, donated 160 yards of fabric to Warm Wrappings. Suzanne Guthrie noted that 35 quilts were submitted for judging. This was a new addition to our show and a good learning experience. It

is helpful to have a critique to improve one’s work. It was reported that some guests were confused by the judged quilts with ribbons. Some explanation of this should be provided. The judge asked for more judging categories as some quilts did not fi t in the categories provided. For a list of winners in the judged category see Quilt Show Corner.Suzanne asked what members would like to see at the next show. She asked members to think about a new “challenge” theme for the next show. Lois Logsdon thanked the set-up and take down crew, especially the husbands. Chris Oswald thanked those working at the admission desk. Things went very effi ciently, even during the rush periods. Nancy Galloway thanked the white glovers and reported that two scarves were missing. She asked members to check to see if they had them.Linda Cover thanked Yvonne Jones and Mar-garet Wolfe for helping with the vendors. Both Linda and Sue Schlange stated the vendors ap-preciate the pleasant experience they have at our show. There is always a waiting list for vendors to come as they like the quality of our show.

Announcements:President Sue read the slate of offi cers (see January newsletter). Judy Martin asked if anyone knew of a quilt restorer. Please con-tact her if you do. Margaret Wolfe is taking sign-ups for the Long Beach Quilt Festival. The cost will be $425. A $100 deposit is needed by April 1. The dates are July 23-25.

Show and Tell: • Susan List showed two small pieced

quilts — a heart and corn cob. • Maureen Rasmussen displayed a daffodil

quilt she made for the Cancer Society. • Coleen Edwards showed a machine

embroidered alphabet quilt she made for her step daughter.

• Nancy Weber held up a rose quilt made for Relay for Life.

• Shelley Dameron showed a Margaret Miller Angle Play pattern quilt.

• Lila Bradshaw showed a number of Warm Wrapping quilts that need quilting. They will be given to Women’s Haven and Hutton House.

President Sue reminded members that elections will be held at the February 10th meeting. Dues for 2009 should be paid. Those interested in applying for a scholarship may get the application in the February newsletter. Meeting was adjourned at 9:05. Joyce Compton,Co-secretary

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UPCOMING QUILT SHOWS:February 6-8 2009, Folsom Quilt & Fiber Guild24th Annual Show “Whispers of the Past,” Folsom Community Center, 52 Natoma St., Folsom, CA; Website: www.folsomquilt.org

February 21-22, 2009, Pajaro Valley Quilt Assoc. 31st Annual Quilt Show “The Universe of Quilts: Yours to Discover,” Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, 2601 E. Lake Ave., Hwy 152, Watsonville, CA 95076; Website: www.pvqa.org

March 7-8, 2009, San Francisco Quilters Guild 2009 Quilt Show “Symphony of Color”, Sat 10-5, Sun 10-4San Francisco Concourse Exhibition Center 635 - 8th Street at Brannan Street, San Francisco Featured Quilter: Judy Mathieson, Cost: $10, Kids under 12 FREE Website: www.sfquilters Guild.org

March 21-22, 2009, Contra Costa Quilt Guild 36th Annual Quilt Show, Cost: $6 for 1 day, $10 for 2 days Location: Centre Concord, 5298 Clayton Rd., Concord, CA 94521 Website: www.contracostaquilt Guild.org

March 21-22, Valley Quilt Guild of Yuba City26th Annual Quilt Show, “Cosmic Colors”, featuring special guest appraiser and curator, Julie Silber. Sat 10-5, Sun 10-4 Location: Yuba-Sutter Fairgrounds, 442 Franklin Ave. Yuba City, CA; Website: www.valleyquilt Guild.com

June 13, 2009 Pine Needlers Quilt Guild Presents their annual “Quilt Stroll,” Highway 120 in Groveland, CA; Hours: 9 am - 4 pm, Free Admission

FEBRUARY 10 Faith “Pinky” Pebria11 Paddy Shopher15 Janet Dickason15 Suzanne Guthrie18 Anita Hay18 Judy Silber20 Janice Skiles23 Mary Alice Metzler26 Mary Ann Dailey25 Penny Sackett26 Maya Thorngren27 Sherri Huff

February/March Birthdays

MARCH 1 Barbara Cameron1 Yvonne Jones7 Anni Champagne9 Rita Fermo11 Connie Pinkston11 Karlene Duckart14 Sue Schlange19 Loisann Logsdon23 Susan Ion25 PatsySmith27 Justine Campbell28 Shelley Dameron28 Rich Mendonca29 Peg Tafoya30 Donna Olson

Library & Warm Wrappings

Inventory Reduction

SaleFeb. 24th Business Mtg.

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MEMBERSHIP FORM MARCH 1, 2009 THRU FEBRUARY 28, 2010

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FEES:

New Member (before May 1) ......................... $25.00

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Includes Badge (contact Membership Chair)

Please mail my Member Directory .................. $1.50

Please bring this completed form to a CCQ meeting or mail to the Membership Chairperson. To be included in the 2009-2010 CCQ Member Directory, FORMS and DUES MUST BE RECEIVED by the

Membership Chairperson NO LATER THAN March 24, 2009; this is the March business meeting.

We want to get everyone in our new directory so please don’t delay paying your dues.

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GETTING INVOLVED:

To help you be an active member, let us know

what Guild opportunities are of interest to you:

Be part of a small group

Attend Warm Wrappings charity quilt group

Serve as an officer or chairperson

Provide meeting refreshments

Serve on the Quilt Show Committee

Be a Secret Pal

Help with meeting set-up

Mentor a new member

Help where needed most

Other ____________________________

MEETINGS:

CCQ Meetings are held the 2nd and 4th

Tuesdays of each month at:

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annual membership directory and makes all

guild information available online.

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MARCH THRU DECEMBER, 2009 We will draw Secret Pals at the March 10th business meeting.

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ABOUT YOU

Have you been a CCQ Secret Pal before? How long have you been a quilter?

What are your favorite things about quilting:

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Binding Piecing

Hand Quilting Sewing

Sewing Groups Other

Quilts I make are for: Self Gifts

Charity Baby

Heirloom Fun

Learning Teaching

Favorite Color(s):

What types of fabrics are your favorites?

Contemporary Brights Pastels Neutrals

Batik Themed Black & White Patriotic

Florals Geometrics Polka Dots Stripes

Reproductions 30’s & 40’s Civil War Art Nuevo

Do you like Strips or Charms? Yes No Do you like quilting Magazines? Yes No

Do you like Fat quarters? Yes No Do you travel to quilt shows? Yes No

Favorite: Food:

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Please give or mail form to:

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TERRY KENDRICK MEMORIAL ASILOMAR SCHOLARSHIP

The Terry Kendrick Memorial Asilomar Scholarship is one of three components of CCQ’s

member scholarship program. It is offered to encourage a member who has not previously

experienced an Empty Spools Seminar to attend. The Guild annually awards a scholarship

of up to 50% of the registration fee with a maximum of $500. The scholarship recipient is

responsible for the remaining amount due for the Seminar, which may be about $500 or

more, and for any supplies and/or additional class fees. The scholarship recipient will be

responsible for presenting to the Guild a 15-20 minute “Show and Tell” to share what the

recipient learned at the seminar.

To be eligible for the scholarship, an applicant must be a CCQ member of at least two (2)

years who is an active participant in the Guild.

Empty Spools Seminars offer 5½-day quilt making workshops at the Asilomar conference

grounds, a glorious retreat owned by the State of California in Pacific Grove, near

Monterey. Each seminar, held in separate sessions during the year (usually from Sunday to

Friday), attracts quilters and teachers from all over the US and abroad. The registration fee

includes full board and room (double occupancy), choice of classes from nationally known

teachers, and special evening programs. Classes in a broad range of quilting styles and

techniques are offered, geared to all levels of quilt making, from experienced beginner to

full-fledged expert.

A full quilt shop is set up on the grounds, with free shuttle service to two nearby quilt

shops. Chances are good that you will be able to share transportation and room

accommodations with another CCQ member. This is a wonderful opportunity to elevate

your skills and enhance your quilting experiences.

An initial deposit is due with your reservation for the Seminar; the balance is payable in

full 120 days before class begins (November 30 at the earliest). Refunds are restricted.

Travel insurance is available through Empty Spools Seminars from an outside company

for a small fee and is strongly encouraged.

Please pay careful attention and complete all questions on the application form for CCQ’s

Terry Kendrick Memorial Asilomar Scholarship.

Return the completed scholarship application to the CCQ Membership Chairperson by the

April Program Meeting.

For more information about Asilomar, please visit www.Emptyspoolsseminars.com

P.O. Box 577063Modesto

CA 95357-7063

APPLICATION FORM

TERRY KENDRICK MEMORIAL ASILOMAR SCHOLARSHIP

Application for CCQ members for at least 2 yrs. who have not previously attended an Empty Spools Seminar.

NAME______________________________________________________________________________

How long have you been quilting? ________

List and briefly describe the various things you do – other than classes and workshops – to strengthen

your quilting skills.

How long have you been a CCQ member? ________

List Guild activities you have participated in during the last two (2) years.

Examples may include, but are not limited to: Guild officer, chairperson, committee chair, committee member; Quilt Show chair, committee chair, committee member, worker; Guild Public Relations representative at

community events; Warm Wrappings; Nat’l Quilt Day…

During the last two (2) years, have you attended Guild meetings (choose the best description)

_____occasionally ____ frequently _____regularly

List quilt experiences and/or classes that have helped prepare you for attending an Empty Spools Seminar.

What experience(s) have you had planning and making presentations to the Guild or other forum?

In the space below, write a brief statement explaining why you want to attend an Empty Spools Seminar.

Signature ________________________________________________ Date _______________

Return completed application to the Membership Chairperson by the April Program Meeting.

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