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New Millennium Quilters’ Guild
November 2020 P.O. Box 20153, Hanover, ON N4N 3T1
Guild Website: https://newmillenniumquiltersguild.wordpress.com
Guild Email: [email protected]
Newsletter Submissions: [email protected]
President’s Message:
How many of you have made "promises" to YOURSELF, then either forgotten all about it, or had life in general derail your plans. Well! I just realized that I had missed the newsletter deadline, which was Nov. 7th! I had decided LAST month to be "on the ball" for Julie, but once again my "plans" fell by the wayside. I'm pretty sure that most of the guild members are kind and giving folks, so I think it's pretty easy to let others lead us off our "beaten path". Some days I find that making a list on the white board in my kitchen is a great way to remember tasks I want to finish before the day is done, or perhaps before I run out of energy! A dry-erase board is also easy to check or cross off those tasks I've completed, which is something I REALLY enjoy doing! Of course, I would love to spend all day downstairs at my sewing machine or cutting table but that doesn't happen very often. Is it odd to find I have lots of energy when I'm working on a quilt? Certainly more than when I'm doing laundry or vacuuming or raking leaves! Ah well, I will continue to squeeze time out of the day to dash downstairs to my current project, to get one more row of blocks sewn on. BUT, once the next clue for our Anniversary Mystery quilt comes out...well!...very little will stand in my way of continuing THAT project! Hope you are all enjoying it as much as I am!
This month of November has been lovely so far, with warm sunny days, perfect for Fall outdoor yard work, and even putting up Christmas lights! Much better to do that job before the snow flies! Our November Zoom meeting will be exciting with Kathy Wylie as our guest speaker, thanks to our wonderful Program Committee! Program will also do a presentation of the projects and quilts that some of our Guild members have worked on in the last year. I'll bet there were a lot of UFO's completed!
I hope that everyone is enjoying the Zoom meetings. Whether you attend the live meeting, or watch it via email, it's nice to get together as a group and see familiar faces. So, keep those Guild meeting dates open, and we'll see you at the meeting!
Suzanne
Next Monthly Meeting: Tuesday, November 17, 2020 @ 7 p.m. on Zoom
The deadline for items to be included in the December newsletter is Saturday,
December 5th. Please send any articles or reports to [email protected].
Thank you!
Julie Fetter, editor
Community Outreach Report Requests for comfort quilts are to be made to Pat Golem at 519-506-2434 or at [email protected]. Over the past month there have been 5 comfort quilts given out. Keep in mind that comfort quilts are still available during this time.
Nine nursing covers were donated to the GROW Rooted in love Maternity Home. Another 12 covers were given to the Hanover Pregnancy Centre. As well, 59 placemats were donated to the Meals on Wheels program. Watch for the picture of this donation being made during the Outreach report at the meeting.
For the remainder of the year, the blocks introduced in the Sept. and Oct. newsletters will be worked on.
The guild has been approached by the Bruce County Library to make masks to be distributed as needed when people enter the library without one. You can use your favourite pattern as long as it uses 2 or 3 layers of cotton fabric. When completed, the masks can be dropped off at any Bruce County Library.
Last week, Adele, on behalf of the Guild, presented Tonie and Rosemary with a small token of our
appreciation for the excellent leadership they provided us during their 2 years as co-presidents. In the
past, outgoing presidents have been acknowledged and thanked at our June meeting, but Covid-19
stopped us from doing so this year. Donations were collected at the January and February meetings.
Rosemary and Tonie were given a Leah Day Perpetual calendar of 365 Free Motion designs and
some money to get themselves a quilting “treat”.
Rosemary and Tonie were our first Guild Co-Presidents and they “pioneered” a new leadership for
us, showing us how well it can work. Many thanks to you both!
Marion Brown
New Millennium Quilters’ Guild Newsletter – November 2020 Page 3
Quilt Show 2022
For those who like to plan ahead, mark your calendar for Friday, May 27th and Saturday, May 28th, 2022 for the New Millennium 4th Quilt Show. Helen Gutscher and Cheryl Russwurm look forward to co-chairing this supreme event. The guild has had 3 very successful shows and lots of members with experience to help along the way. Please give some thought (as a member) what role you would like to take on. At this point, we aren’t looking for any commitments until 2021 but if you want to be the first one to sign up for a committee, let us know your wishes. Lists will come in 2021.
Cheryl and Helen
PROGRAM COMMITTEE CALENDAR 2020
November 17, 2020
We are so excited to announce our November Speaker is Kathy Wylie, and she is LIVE! Kathy
will present her lecture “Beauty is All Around”.
Beauty really is all around us and provides a constant source of inspiration. From wreaths to clamshells, papercut-appliqué snowflakes to medallions, you’ll see it all! This lecture focuses on designs that are circular or radiating in nature. Looking at Kathy’s quilts from the past 25 years, you will discover her ongoing fascination working with shapes that are round. It is sure to be an interesting topic and we can ask Kathy questions after her presentation.
The Quilts of Illusion Challenge Quilts PowerPoint will also be featured at our November meeting. It will be a jam-
packed night, so cozy up in your favourite chair and enjoy the evening.
December 2020 Program committee will present a PowerPoint Presentation entitled--“Celebrate 2020: a year of
COVID QUILTING PROJECTS”.
We are asking ALL members to submit up to THREE projects they have worked on during the past year. You can send
in multiple photos of your work, but we ask that you limit it to three items. Two talented members, Joanne Wilhelm and
Cheryl Russwurm, will put your photos and information together into a fun-filled Virtual SHOW AND SHARE.
YOU DON’T HAVE TO TALK! We will read your info, just send us the photos and write-ups. Please include a short
description of the quilt or project, such as pattern name, size, and any other pertinent info. This info would be what you
would share if you were entering your work in the Quilt Show. Please do not forget to include YOUR name, who quilted
it, etc.
MEMBERS whose last names start with A to M send your photos and write ups to Joanne Wilhelm
MEMBERS whose last names start with N to Z send your photos and write-ups to Cheryl Russwurm
Members need to send good-quality photos that are clear and bright to these ladies by Monday, November 16, 2020.
This is a FIRM DEADLINE. So, while the weather is still decent, get some great shots of those quilts hanging from your
clothesline, fence or patio! If you are unable to take your own photos, the PROGRAM GALS can help. Just contact
them, and they will come to your house and take some outdoor photos, properly social distancing.
Also, at our LAST 2020 Meeting, we may have some surprise entertainment as well.
JANUARY 19, 2021
Sharon Fisher, owner of Gardening Mum Quilts, will present a Zoom trunk show entitled “My Quilting Adventure Thus
Far”, with Q&A following the presentation.
Sharon took her first quilt class in the basement of a house over 30 years ago. Being a single
mom of three small children and embarking on a new career, this first quilt took about ten
years to complete. Constantly challenging herself with new ideas and techniques, Sharon has
taken classes at quilt shops both in Canada and the United States. Having had the opportunity
to learn from Lisa Bongean, Kim Diehl, Mary Elizabeth Kinch, Sue Spargo and Judy Eckhardt
to name a few, Sharon's love for texture, wool appliqué and hand stitching evolved.
Combining her love of texture and colour with traditional, primitive and whimsical themes,
Sharon uses embellishments to enrich basic designs. During this process, she has created a
niche for herself as a teacher in the true traditional style of quilting by sharing her skills and
passions with other beloved quilters.
New Millennium Quilters’ Guild Newsletter – November 2020 Page 4
February 16, 2021
Melissa Marginet, a Manitoba native, has been
inspired by a wonderful grandmother, who kick-
started her creative life. Melisa is an author,
designer, teacher and Janome ambassador. She
loves to teach and share her knowledge and
inspire others. Melissa’s lecture and Trunk show
is entitled “Get your Motor Running. “
Learn how to spark creativity in yourself or in your guild with challenges that will have everyone thinking outside the
box. This trunk show has more ideas than you will know what to do with to get everyone not only learning new
techniques but building their quilting and creative confidence.
We are happy to announce that Melissa will be teaching a ZOOM machine-quilting class at the end of February 2021.
See details in this newsletter.
March 16, 2021
Mary Pal will present a Zoom lecture and Q&A on “One Quilter’s Journey”.
How does a traditional quilter become a “textile artist”? My personal story of my progression with
textiles from my early traditional quilts to my contemporary work today, along with a look at the
works of the fiber artists who inspire me, and the surprising ways in which events in our
everyday lives can provide meaning to your own work and inspiration for new directions. If you
were ever looking for vindication for all the workshops you’ve taken, here it is. Each presentation
includes a trunk show of several of my art quilts to display.
Mary Pal is a Canadian fibre artist best known for her cheesecloth portraits. Her work has been
exhibited internationally, purchased for private and museum collections throughout North
America, as well as published in numerous books and magazines and featured on television.
For over 40 years she has enjoyed teaching, and for the past decade sharing her passion for
textile art with students all over the world. A Juried Artist member and former Board member of
Studio Art Quilt Associates, she is an enthusiastic promoter of the fibre art movement.
April 20, 2021 Rose Parr
Rose Parr lives in Guelph with her husband David. Their claim to fame is having run an
illegal daycare operation when they had four children under the age of four. Now that's
efficient!
Rose has been sewing for 40 years, quilting for 30, and personal training for more than 15.
She holds certifications in:
• Ergonomics
• Holistic Nutrition
• Arthritis Pain Management
• Home Economics
• Personal Training
Rose enjoys speaking to quilt guilds both virtually and in-person. She is a professional longarm quilter and a regular
contributor to Canadian Quilter magazine. Her book “Sew Healthy & Happy, Smart Ergonomics, Stretches & More for
Makers" is now available to pre-order from Amazon.
Rose’s lecture title is Sew Smart – The Ergonomics of Healthy Quilting. She has made it her mission to work at staying
pain-free while continuing to sew for as long as possible. She has combined her studies in home economics with her
certifications in ergonomics, fitness, wellness, and nutrition to teach others how to sew smarter, healthier, and happier.
Quilting shouldn’t be a pain in the neck! This presentation will make sure you have the right posture, techniques, and
stretches when putting in those dedicated hours on your next project.
May 18, 2021 TBA
June 15, 2021 TBA
New Millennium Quilters’ Guild Newsletter – November 2020 Page 5
NMQG CLASSES 2021
Saturday February 27, 2021
Virtual Live Workshop with Melissa Marginet
MODERN QUILTING WITH YOUR WALKING FOOT $25.00 payable by December 31, 2020
Melissa is a talented teacher who has written two books on Walking Foot Quilting.
Up to 20 participants can register. Each paid participant will receive a Zoom meeting invitation a few days
before the 6-hour class: 10 am to 4 pm. The class will not be recorded, and refunds cannot be given. During
the class, participants can ask questions and work along in the comfort of your sewing room. Imagine, no
lugging heavy machines, driving through snow and checking on the weather!!
Class Description:
Modern Quilting with your Walking Foot (6 hours) As a participant in this class, you will make samples of different quilting ideas that can be executed on the home sewing machine with a walking foot. Not everyone can afford a longarm quilter or wants to have someone else quilt their quilt, and not everyone enjoys free-motion quilting. You will create samples of walking foot designs on small quilt sandwiches to help you understand what makes each design successful. We will also look at variations of the designs you stitch out. These samples will be a great reference for you when deciding how to quilt your next quilt. This class includes information on quilting all sizes of quilts on the home sewing machine. - ALL LEVELS Based on my book, Walking Foot Quilting Designs which is recommended for the class.
Books can be ordered before class, and a 10% discount and free shipping has been offered by Melissa for our GUILD if we put in a group order. Books can be ordered by contacting Joan Roseborough.
To register, please email Joan Roseborough to hold a spot: [email protected] A cheque for $25.00 can be sent to Joan. Her address is 99A 13th Avenue, Hanover N4N 3W7 Phone 519-364-2734
View videos on YouTube on Melissa and her books Walking Foot Quilting Designs ($25.00 )and Edge to Edge Walking Foot Quilting Designs ($30.00).
New Millennium Quilters’ Guild Newsletter – November 2020 Page 6
MARCH MADNESS DIY TOTE SEW ALONG
10 am to 12 pm Saturday March 20. 2021 via ZOOM
Relax in the comfort of your sewing room and sew with your Quilt Guild Friends during this ZOOM meeting.
We will run a great Sew along Video to make an EASY TOTE BAG.
There is no audio other than some music, so you can sew along with this video at your own speed.
Every ½ hour, we will stop the video to chat, answer questions or explain a step in the video.
Here are the instructions as some preparation is required. The video link will be available after the class for
referral.
Easy To Sew DIY TOTE BAG
This video shows you how to make a lined zippered tote bag.
You'll need :
1 x outer bag fabric (w 14 1/2" x h 26")
1 x interfacing (w 14 1/2" x h 26" )
1 x Lining bag fabric (w 14 1/2" x h 23")
Zipper gusset size : (L 12" x w 2")
2 x outer fabric
2 x lining fabric
2 x interfacing
Pocket panel size : (w 9" x h 13")
1 x fabric
Lining for around top opening size : (L 14 1/2" x w 2")
2 x fabric
2 x interfacing
Carry strap size : (L 20" x w 3")
2 x fabric
2 x interfacing (L 19" x w 2")
Zipper end tab size : (L 3" x w 1 1/2")
1 x fabric
1 x zipper 16" long
No need to register, we will send out a ZOOM invite just like our monthly meetings. You can stay for the whole
two hours or just for a chat and coffee to watch the video.
Fabulous Friday: November 27
20% off "C" day - No Loyalty Points e.g. Christmas, cars, chocolate, etc.
Please note: NO Christmas Open House
Christmas closure dates TBA.
New Millennium Quilters’ Guild Newsletter – November 2020 Page 7
Facebook News: Hi Members,
We are so excited that 72 members have joined, and many are attempting, the Anniversary Star Mystery Quilt being offered by the Program Gals.
Please ask to join the PRIVATE Facebook page called NMQG Anniversary Star Mystery Quilt
Along. As Administrator, I (Karen Ruetz) will accept requests from those who have paid full memberships.
Continue to post photos of your progress of each month’s blocks and add in any tips and tricks you may have figured out along the way. Be sure to watch the Sheila O’Hagan Videos for the next clues as they are released. ( Thank you, Sheila, for the many hours of pattern writing with great photos and the videos you are creating for our enjoyment.)
The NMQG Anniversary Star Mystery Quilt Along page is: https://www.facebook.com/groups/440656616894956. Follow this link, and it should take you to the page if you are a registered logged-in Facebook user.
The OTHER page is open to all quilters who are interested in the NMQG and the ‘Making Memories’ Quilt Show. https://www.facebook.com/groups/563791470400809
Tonie Botting and Karen Ruetz manage this page together.
Daily posts are added to inspire you in your quilting journey while sharing tips and tricks and to introduce you to quilting designers of so many wonderful patterns and ideas.
You are welcome to add members, but these new members must answer the three questions and I do check out their personal pages to see if they have any quilting related posts.
Any questions please Private message me.
Karen Ruetz
Coming Events: October 1, 2020 POSTPONED
Gathering of the Guilds Mildmay Recreation Complex Guest Speaker: Laura Coia
April 29 - May 2, 2021 “Quilted Expressions” Oakville Quilters’ Guild Celebrating 25 years!
OE Banquet and Conference Centre, $8 2245 Speers Rd, Oakville
Oakville Quilters’ Guild May 28-29, 2021 2020 Quilt Show
Pine Tree Quilters’ Guild of Muskoka Bracebridge Memorial Arena, $8 169 James St, Bracebridge
May 14-15, 2021 Mississauga Quilts! Mississauga Quilters Guild
Burnhamthorpe Community Centre & Area, $7 http://www.mississaugaquiltersguild.ca/quilt-show-20201.html
May 14-15, 2021 Stitches in Bloom Quilt Show Chatham-Kent Quilters Guild
St. Paul’s Congregational Church, $10 450 Park Ave W, Chatham https://ckquiltguild.com/
Postponed: details to follow
“20/20 Visions of Quilts in Niagara” Niagara Heritage Quilters’ Guild
Meridian Community Centre, $8 100 Meridian Way, Pelham
Postponed until further notice
Etobicoke Quilters Guild Quilt Fever
Neilson Park Creative Centre, Admission $10 http://www.etobicokequiltersguild.com/
Postponed: stay tuned for new date
Quilts from the Valley Rouge Valley Quilters’ Guild
Forest Brook Community Church, Ajax, $7 https://www.rvqg.com/p/quilt-show.html
May 27-28, 2022 New Millennium Quilters Guild 4th Quilt Show
Stay tuned for further details!
New Millennium Quilters’ Guild Newsletter – November 2020 Page 8
New website for easy online ordering!
Please note new email and website addresses!
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