October 2018
Sue opened the meeting at 7PM. She welcomed members and many guests (47 present approximately total)
Sue offered a tribute to Wendy: Flowers were sent to her home.
There was a discussion on where to send a donation for Jeanne A: (Shriners hospital, Hospice, GB Ambulance, Cancer). It was voted to send the donation for pancreatic cancer.
Sue asked if anyone was interested in becoming VP. (Prior to this meeting Donna S. offered to take over this position.)
Raffle quilt:
1. Doreen volunteered to make a label, sew it on, and add a temporary sleeve;
2. The quilt will hang at Guido’s for the month of November. It will be at Berkshire South on Sat. Nov. 3 from 10-3.
3. There will be a prize for most tickets sold.
Next month’s presentation will be David Sirota and his program, “What makes a quilter tick.”
It will be on Friday November 9 at the Bushnell Sage Library in Sheffield. It will start at the usual time at 7 PM.
The next day Saturday, there is a workshop where we will learn his No More Tears paper piecing process. If you want to sign up, see Anita-space is still available and supply list available. The workshop will be at the Senior Center from 9-3.
Anita gave the treasurer’s report: Balance at last meeting: $3,717.08; Deposits of $969.50 (Tag Sale & Raffle $657.50, Founder’s Day in Lee $107, Dues $65, Workshops $140.); Expenses of $260.96 and a balance today of $4,425.62.
Donna S. will have a kit-making for donation quilts day on Monday, Oct 29 from 9-2 at her house. Everyone is welcome. Bring a lunch.
Connie L. spoke about the Hancock Shaker Village quilt show. Many from the Guild helped set up and displayed their quilts and won ribbons.
Doreen A. mentioned the tickets available for visiting the New England Quilt Museum in Lowell.
Show and tell Quilts: Paper pieced stars, Elsa K. “Holly Hocks, Trish showed a memory quilt, Betsy showed placemats, 2 donation quilts by Connie, Sue I. a piece made from salvages and a table runner, Sandra a donation quilt, Betty a quilt with elephant and Barbara P. a beautiful bed quilt.
Our presenter, Timna Tarr was introduced after refreshments. Her talk was very interesting, telling of her quilting background and showed many of her colorful creations.
Sandra Alden, Sec.
Sue opened the meeting at 7PM. She welcomed members and many guests (47 present approximately total)
Sue offered a tribute to Wendy: Flowers were sent to her home.
There was a discussion on where to send a donation for Jeanne A: (Shriners hospital, Hospice, GB Ambulance, Cancer). It was voted to send the donation for pancreatic cancer.
Sue asked if anyone was interested in becoming VP. (Prior to this meeting Donna S. offered to take over this position.)
Raffle quilt:
1. Doreen volunteered to make a label, sew it on, and add a temporary sleeve;
2. The quilt will hang at Guido’s for the month of November. It will be at Berkshire South on Sat. Nov. 3 from 10-3.
3. There will be a prize for most tickets sold.
Next month’s presentation will be David Sirota and his program, “What makes a quilter tick.”
It will be on Friday November 9 at the Bushnell Sage Library in Sheffield. It will start at the usual time at 7 PM.
The next day Saturday, there is a workshop where we will learn his No More Tears paper piecing process. If you want to sign up, see Anita-space is still available and supply list available. The workshop will be at the Senior Center from 9-3.
Anita gave the treasurer’s report: Balance at last meeting: $3,717.08; Deposits of $969.50 (Tag Sale & Raffle $657.50, Founder’s Day in Lee $107, Dues $65, Workshops $140.); Expenses of $260.96 and a balance today of $4,425.62.
Donna S. will have a kit-making for donation quilts day on Monday, Oct 29 from 9-2 at her house. Everyone is welcome. Bring a lunch.
Connie L. spoke about the Hancock Shaker Village quilt show. Many from the Guild helped set up and displayed their quilts and won ribbons.
Doreen A. mentioned the tickets available for visiting the New England Quilt Museum in Lowell.
Show and tell Quilts: Paper pieced stars, Elsa K. “Holly Hocks, Trish showed a memory quilt, Betsy showed placemats, 2 donation quilts by Connie, Sue I. a piece made from salvages and a table runner, Sandra a donation quilt, Betty a quilt with elephant and Barbara P. a beautiful bed quilt.
Our presenter, Timna Tarr was introduced after refreshments. Her talk was very interesting, telling of her quilting background and showed many of her colorful creations.
Sandra Alden, Sec.
September 11, 2018
Wendy opened the meeting at 7:15pm. She welcomed members and guests (35 present approximately) They were encouraged to continued shopping at our tag sale tables which opened at 6:30.
There was a remembrance for Jeanne Andrews.
A thank you to tag sale coordinators Sindy H. and Debbie C. Regina P. won the raffle and our door prize was won by Marion W.
The treasurer’s report was as follow: $,3566.39 balance in June, Deposits of $845.00; Payments of $694.39, leaving a current balance of $3, 717. 08.
The Secretary’s Report for June is posted on the website.
The block of the month, English paper piecing, is posted up on the website. Connie has the templates.
Hancock Shaker Village: See Connie Logan if you can volunteer and/or have a quilt to exhibit.
Betsy Garcia has retired as our librarian. Joan D. and Sue I. will take over. Sindy H. will be their assistant.
We are also looking for new people to serve on the Program Committee and the Fundraising Committee. See any of our officers if you want to volunteer.
Sue A. gave a great slide presentation on several of our programs for the upcoming year. In Oct. Timna Tarr will present her trunk show and program “Flying Colors.’’ On Nov. 9 David Sirota will talk on “What Makes a Quilter Tick” followed by a workshop the next day, Nov. 10 , entitled “Storm at Sea” using his method of paper piecing. You will need two fabrics, 2 yards of each. (There are 20 spaces available, fee is $25. (a $15 non-refundable deposit). In February Stephen Rontondaro will return with a talk on “Alternative Piecing Techniques “. On May 10 David Taylor, who is a very humorous speaker, will present his program entitled “Artistry through Applique” followed by a workshop the next day, May 11, “Summer Gardener.” (There are 40 spaces available, the fee is $30 (a $20 nonrefundable deposit) plus a $30 kit fee. The Nov. and May programs will be on Friday night at the Sheffield Library with workshops on Saturday here at the Senior Center. (See more information in the Program booklet.)
Sue A. showed the top of our Raffle quilt, named “Mission Accomplished.” A “Sit and Sew” was held in August to work on the top. Sue finished putting it together. All members will be given two booklets of tickets to sell or buy. A prize will be given to member who sells the most tickets. Sue A. will send a photo via email of the quilt to all. The quilt will be on display at the Lee Founder’s celebration this coming Friday and Saturday and tickets will be sold there. Betty K. has offered to machine quilt this queen size bed quilt. Sindy will make up posters
Thank you to tonight’s hospitality: Joan D., Betty K. and Lauren W.
Show and Tell quilts were viewed.
Members continued with shopping at our “Tag Sale.”
Sandra Alden, Sec.
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Wendy opened the meeting at 7:15pm. She welcomed members and guests (35 present approximately) They were encouraged to continued shopping at our tag sale tables which opened at 6:30.
There was a remembrance for Jeanne Andrews.
A thank you to tag sale coordinators Sindy H. and Debbie C. Regina P. won the raffle and our door prize was won by Marion W.
The treasurer’s report was as follow: $,3566.39 balance in June, Deposits of $845.00; Payments of $694.39, leaving a current balance of $3, 717. 08.
The Secretary’s Report for June is posted on the website.
The block of the month, English paper piecing, is posted up on the website. Connie has the templates.
Hancock Shaker Village: See Connie Logan if you can volunteer and/or have a quilt to exhibit.
Betsy Garcia has retired as our librarian. Joan D. and Sue I. will take over. Sindy H. will be their assistant.
We are also looking for new people to serve on the Program Committee and the Fundraising Committee. See any of our officers if you want to volunteer.
Sue A. gave a great slide presentation on several of our programs for the upcoming year. In Oct. Timna Tarr will present her trunk show and program “Flying Colors.’’ On Nov. 9 David Sirota will talk on “What Makes a Quilter Tick” followed by a workshop the next day, Nov. 10 , entitled “Storm at Sea” using his method of paper piecing. You will need two fabrics, 2 yards of each. (There are 20 spaces available, fee is $25. (a $15 non-refundable deposit). In February Stephen Rontondaro will return with a talk on “Alternative Piecing Techniques “. On May 10 David Taylor, who is a very humorous speaker, will present his program entitled “Artistry through Applique” followed by a workshop the next day, May 11, “Summer Gardener.” (There are 40 spaces available, the fee is $30 (a $20 nonrefundable deposit) plus a $30 kit fee. The Nov. and May programs will be on Friday night at the Sheffield Library with workshops on Saturday here at the Senior Center. (See more information in the Program booklet.)
Sue A. showed the top of our Raffle quilt, named “Mission Accomplished.” A “Sit and Sew” was held in August to work on the top. Sue finished putting it together. All members will be given two booklets of tickets to sell or buy. A prize will be given to member who sells the most tickets. Sue A. will send a photo via email of the quilt to all. The quilt will be on display at the Lee Founder’s celebration this coming Friday and Saturday and tickets will be sold there. Betty K. has offered to machine quilt this queen size bed quilt. Sindy will make up posters
Thank you to tonight’s hospitality: Joan D., Betty K. and Lauren W.
Show and Tell quilts were viewed.
Members continued with shopping at our “Tag Sale.”
Sandra Alden, Sec.
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June 12, 2018
Wendy welcomed all to our 25th anniversary dinner, planned by our Potluck Committee and officers. It was said that 44 members were present. Praise was given for the “100’s” of donation quilts and children’s quilts made by our members over the 25 years. A special table topper, an idea proposed by Sindy and made by several members of the guild was made available for all members to sign. Also, thanks was given to Sindy and Donna for the flowers on each table.
The treasurer’s report was as follow: $4,227.33 balance in May, Deposits of $620. Payments of $1,280.94, leaving a current balance of $3,566.39.
The secretary’s report is posted on the website.
Sindy gave details of our Sept Tag Sale. A sign-up sheet in available to reserve space and the size table needed. Twenty-percent of everyone’s proceeds is to be donated to the Guild, or more if you wish.
Sue A. asked all to show their Challenge quilts. Several were presented and voted on. The winner was Sue. She received a prize donated by Brookside Quiltworks.
Show and Tell quilts were offered.
Sandra showed the Raffle Quilt for the Old Parish Quilters. The top was made by our Maggie Brigham. The Massachusetts block was surrounded by her Berkshire Block of the month that she presented several years ago. Raffle tickets were made available.
Corrine mentioned her upcoming tag sale. She offered her quilt of valor fabrics to the guild.
Doreen has eight new passes to the New England Quilt Museum in Lowell.
Appetizers were enjoyed by all during the meeting. The dinner followed. It was prepared by the Marketplace of Sheffield. A special cake was enjoyed by all for dessert.
Following dinner, we recognized our founding members. Doreen gave a talk, starting with the founding of the Guild, she took us through the years as the guild evolved and grew. Twinnie M. spoke on her early memories of the guild. Barbara M. spoke on the many ways that quilting keeps us active and used a host of adjectives to describe how our quilting keeps us going. Connie L. was honored for her outstanding service. She spoke on how the Block of the Month presentation has changed, from handout instructions and templates to online instructions. Our Past Presidents were also recognized and presented with a pink rose.
Each member received a note pad with our logo that was printed by Kwik Print.
Respectfully submitted,
Sandra Alden, Sec.
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Wendy welcomed all to our 25th anniversary dinner, planned by our Potluck Committee and officers. It was said that 44 members were present. Praise was given for the “100’s” of donation quilts and children’s quilts made by our members over the 25 years. A special table topper, an idea proposed by Sindy and made by several members of the guild was made available for all members to sign. Also, thanks was given to Sindy and Donna for the flowers on each table.
The treasurer’s report was as follow: $4,227.33 balance in May, Deposits of $620. Payments of $1,280.94, leaving a current balance of $3,566.39.
The secretary’s report is posted on the website.
Sindy gave details of our Sept Tag Sale. A sign-up sheet in available to reserve space and the size table needed. Twenty-percent of everyone’s proceeds is to be donated to the Guild, or more if you wish.
Sue A. asked all to show their Challenge quilts. Several were presented and voted on. The winner was Sue. She received a prize donated by Brookside Quiltworks.
Show and Tell quilts were offered.
Sandra showed the Raffle Quilt for the Old Parish Quilters. The top was made by our Maggie Brigham. The Massachusetts block was surrounded by her Berkshire Block of the month that she presented several years ago. Raffle tickets were made available.
Corrine mentioned her upcoming tag sale. She offered her quilt of valor fabrics to the guild.
Doreen has eight new passes to the New England Quilt Museum in Lowell.
Appetizers were enjoyed by all during the meeting. The dinner followed. It was prepared by the Marketplace of Sheffield. A special cake was enjoyed by all for dessert.
Following dinner, we recognized our founding members. Doreen gave a talk, starting with the founding of the Guild, she took us through the years as the guild evolved and grew. Twinnie M. spoke on her early memories of the guild. Barbara M. spoke on the many ways that quilting keeps us active and used a host of adjectives to describe how our quilting keeps us going. Connie L. was honored for her outstanding service. She spoke on how the Block of the Month presentation has changed, from handout instructions and templates to online instructions. Our Past Presidents were also recognized and presented with a pink rose.
Each member received a note pad with our logo that was printed by Kwik Print.
Respectfully submitted,
Sandra Alden, Sec.
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May 8, 2018
Wendy called the meeting to order and welcomed members (about 25) and guests (several).
The Treasurer’s report: $4,362.64 April balance; no income; $131.31 expenses; with a $4,227.33 balance as of this meeting.
The minutes for the April 2018 meeting are posted on our website.
Connie L. displayed our April block of the month that were due tonight - Drunkard’s Path. The new block “Cornucopia,” due in Sept., directions are on website. Connie passed out the templates.
Sue A. reminded us that the Challenge project is due in June. A piece of the special fabric is still available from her. The Mission Impossible Block project needs about 8 more blocks to complete. There will be a “sit and sew” session to put this quilt together. When completed, it will be given to a not- for- profit organization for them to raffle off.
Robin H. reported that 24 children’s quilts were on display at the Sheffield Library. To get your pin, go to Anita.
Betsy commented that the library continues to be busy with withdrawals.
Sandra A. told about our Anniversary Celebration in June 2018. People were asked to sign up on sheet provided. The invitation will be posted on website for those not in attendance.
Sindy Holmes talked about the September Tag Sale here at the Center. It was suggested that participants donate at least 20% to the Guild. See Sindy to sign up for a table.
Doreen A. spoke about the New England Quilt Museum. Our membership has run out. It was voted to rejoin.
Thank you to Judy M., Betsy G., and Barbara P. for their hospitality.
Show and Tell quilts that were hung prior to the meeting were presented and commented on by their makers (Marcella, Martha, Connie, Doreen, Anita, Sue I., Elsa. A guest showed his Lincoln Homestead piece.
Wendy introduced our speaker Froncie Quinn. She gave a very interesting presentation entitled “Let’s Talk Turkey.” Her antique quilts were shown and discussed. She had items for sale following her talk.
Sandra Alden, Sec.
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Wendy called the meeting to order and welcomed members (about 25) and guests (several).
The Treasurer’s report: $4,362.64 April balance; no income; $131.31 expenses; with a $4,227.33 balance as of this meeting.
The minutes for the April 2018 meeting are posted on our website.
Connie L. displayed our April block of the month that were due tonight - Drunkard’s Path. The new block “Cornucopia,” due in Sept., directions are on website. Connie passed out the templates.
Sue A. reminded us that the Challenge project is due in June. A piece of the special fabric is still available from her. The Mission Impossible Block project needs about 8 more blocks to complete. There will be a “sit and sew” session to put this quilt together. When completed, it will be given to a not- for- profit organization for them to raffle off.
Robin H. reported that 24 children’s quilts were on display at the Sheffield Library. To get your pin, go to Anita.
Betsy commented that the library continues to be busy with withdrawals.
Sandra A. told about our Anniversary Celebration in June 2018. People were asked to sign up on sheet provided. The invitation will be posted on website for those not in attendance.
Sindy Holmes talked about the September Tag Sale here at the Center. It was suggested that participants donate at least 20% to the Guild. See Sindy to sign up for a table.
Doreen A. spoke about the New England Quilt Museum. Our membership has run out. It was voted to rejoin.
Thank you to Judy M., Betsy G., and Barbara P. for their hospitality.
Show and Tell quilts that were hung prior to the meeting were presented and commented on by their makers (Marcella, Martha, Connie, Doreen, Anita, Sue I., Elsa. A guest showed his Lincoln Homestead piece.
Wendy introduced our speaker Froncie Quinn. She gave a very interesting presentation entitled “Let’s Talk Turkey.” Her antique quilts were shown and discussed. She had items for sale following her talk.
Sandra Alden, Sec.
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April 10, 2018
Wendy called meeting to order and welcomed members (about 21) and guests (none).
The Treasurer’s report: $4,547.47 March balance, $6.00 income, $109.40 expenses, $4,362.64 balance as of this meeting.
The minutes for March meeting are posted on our website.
Projects:
1. Connie reported that Block of the month was due in May. It is the Drunkard’s Path. Directions are on the website. Connie has templates, also special templates made by Betsy.
2. Challenge Quilt: Sue A. has fabric available. Due in June.
3. Charity quilt kits are available. There is no due date – bring in when completed
Wendy thanked the coordinators for National Quilt Day. Sue I. showed a needle case that most people in attendance made. Sue will have instructions.
Betsy said there was a new DVD available from the library on borders and finishing quilts.
There will be a sit and sew on Saturday. April 21 at the Alford Town hall from 9-2.
Hospitality thank you went out to Catherine M. Theresa, and Doreen.
Show and Tell: Theresa, Barb C. and Judy M. Sue A. showed Confetti quilt project she did at a workshop. Charity quilts shown were from Judy M (3), Barb P. and Joan D. (3).
The Children’s Quits (24) were hung for display and voting. Marcia D. won first prize, Anita D. 2nd and Judy M. 3rd. All will be on display at the Sheffield Library soon.
The Mission Impossible project by Sue A. was the program for the evening. Nine Machines were brought in and many members finished their block that were brought it from last month. She also had “kits” for blocks for members to take home to complete and bring in next month. The blocks will be put together for a quilt to be given to a non-project organization for them to raffle.
Announcement was made of upcoming quilt shows: Vermont in June, Danbury, CT in May, and Winchester, CT this month.
Sandra Alden, Sec.
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Wendy called meeting to order and welcomed members (about 21) and guests (none).
The Treasurer’s report: $4,547.47 March balance, $6.00 income, $109.40 expenses, $4,362.64 balance as of this meeting.
The minutes for March meeting are posted on our website.
Projects:
1. Connie reported that Block of the month was due in May. It is the Drunkard’s Path. Directions are on the website. Connie has templates, also special templates made by Betsy.
2. Challenge Quilt: Sue A. has fabric available. Due in June.
3. Charity quilt kits are available. There is no due date – bring in when completed
Wendy thanked the coordinators for National Quilt Day. Sue I. showed a needle case that most people in attendance made. Sue will have instructions.
Betsy said there was a new DVD available from the library on borders and finishing quilts.
There will be a sit and sew on Saturday. April 21 at the Alford Town hall from 9-2.
Hospitality thank you went out to Catherine M. Theresa, and Doreen.
Show and Tell: Theresa, Barb C. and Judy M. Sue A. showed Confetti quilt project she did at a workshop. Charity quilts shown were from Judy M (3), Barb P. and Joan D. (3).
The Children’s Quits (24) were hung for display and voting. Marcia D. won first prize, Anita D. 2nd and Judy M. 3rd. All will be on display at the Sheffield Library soon.
The Mission Impossible project by Sue A. was the program for the evening. Nine Machines were brought in and many members finished their block that were brought it from last month. She also had “kits” for blocks for members to take home to complete and bring in next month. The blocks will be put together for a quilt to be given to a non-project organization for them to raffle.
Announcement was made of upcoming quilt shows: Vermont in June, Danbury, CT in May, and Winchester, CT this month.
Sandra Alden, Sec.
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March 20, 2018 Minutes
1.Welcome members and Guests: - Anita Diller called the meeting to order and welcomed all members and guests to the meeting (28 in attendance approximately). Guests: Kathy M. and Jill.
2.Treasurer’s report- $4968.30 on hand in February. After $18.00 in deposits and $439.23 in withdrawals, a
balance of $4,547.07 was on hand as of this meeting.
3.Anita referred all to the Berkshire’s Quilters’ Guild website for the February 2018 meeting minutes.
4.Mystery Block – Sue A passed out her handout and explained what was to be brought in for the April meeting.
5. Projects: Connie explained the Block of the Month, which is due in May. It is the Drunkard’s Path. Directions are at the BQG site and the templates can be obtained from Connie. Sue has fabric for the Challenge Quilt, which is due in June. Robin talked about the Children’s quilts – due in April. She has labels for them. Robin has talked to CHP, I think she mentioned Fairview and possibly would like to have quilts go to Boston hospitals. Catherine K. mentioned that she knows a person who can get them to Ghana. Other places mentioned were Bay State, the Linus Project (quilts go to kids with cancer), Ryan’s Program (these are pillowcases). Connie said that she likes to get 20 quilts to each place, which has been CHP in the past. (I think there was confusion here about the Children’s Quilts and the Charity Quilts, per secretary). Several donation quilts were shown at this point. They were from Connie, Sindy H. and several from Marcia D. (I believe someone said that 15 quilts went to Fairview Commons last year).
6.Charity quilt kits- There is a tote full of kits for members to take and finish. They are due in June.
7.National Quilt Day – at the Sheffield Library on Saturday, March 24 from 9-2. Coffee and tea will be available. Bring your lunch and snacks or go to the Marketplace for your lunch.
8.Librarian Update: Betsy said there were good deals at the AQS website for books. Contact her if you are not a member and she can possibly get them for members of the guild. Several new books were on display.
9.Hospitality: A thank you went out to Connie and Lauren.
10.Show and Tell – Several items were shown.
11.Program Introduction – Catherine K. introduced Stephen Rotondaro from Hillsdale, NY. He showed quilts he made from scraps he acquired while working at the Henson Company making costumes for the Muppets and a stash acquired from his mother.
Respectfully submitted,
Sandra Alden, Secretary
(Note: our regular meeting would have taken place March 13, the second Tuesday of the Month. It was postponed to Wed. March 14 and again to March 20. Wendy was not available for this meeting so our treasurer Anita called the meeting to order)
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1.Welcome members and Guests: - Anita Diller called the meeting to order and welcomed all members and guests to the meeting (28 in attendance approximately). Guests: Kathy M. and Jill.
2.Treasurer’s report- $4968.30 on hand in February. After $18.00 in deposits and $439.23 in withdrawals, a
balance of $4,547.07 was on hand as of this meeting.
3.Anita referred all to the Berkshire’s Quilters’ Guild website for the February 2018 meeting minutes.
4.Mystery Block – Sue A passed out her handout and explained what was to be brought in for the April meeting.
5. Projects: Connie explained the Block of the Month, which is due in May. It is the Drunkard’s Path. Directions are at the BQG site and the templates can be obtained from Connie. Sue has fabric for the Challenge Quilt, which is due in June. Robin talked about the Children’s quilts – due in April. She has labels for them. Robin has talked to CHP, I think she mentioned Fairview and possibly would like to have quilts go to Boston hospitals. Catherine K. mentioned that she knows a person who can get them to Ghana. Other places mentioned were Bay State, the Linus Project (quilts go to kids with cancer), Ryan’s Program (these are pillowcases). Connie said that she likes to get 20 quilts to each place, which has been CHP in the past. (I think there was confusion here about the Children’s Quilts and the Charity Quilts, per secretary). Several donation quilts were shown at this point. They were from Connie, Sindy H. and several from Marcia D. (I believe someone said that 15 quilts went to Fairview Commons last year).
6.Charity quilt kits- There is a tote full of kits for members to take and finish. They are due in June.
7.National Quilt Day – at the Sheffield Library on Saturday, March 24 from 9-2. Coffee and tea will be available. Bring your lunch and snacks or go to the Marketplace for your lunch.
8.Librarian Update: Betsy said there were good deals at the AQS website for books. Contact her if you are not a member and she can possibly get them for members of the guild. Several new books were on display.
9.Hospitality: A thank you went out to Connie and Lauren.
10.Show and Tell – Several items were shown.
11.Program Introduction – Catherine K. introduced Stephen Rotondaro from Hillsdale, NY. He showed quilts he made from scraps he acquired while working at the Henson Company making costumes for the Muppets and a stash acquired from his mother.
Respectfully submitted,
Sandra Alden, Secretary
(Note: our regular meeting would have taken place March 13, the second Tuesday of the Month. It was postponed to Wed. March 14 and again to March 20. Wendy was not available for this meeting so our treasurer Anita called the meeting to order)
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February 13, 2018 Minutes
Wendy called the meeting to order and welcomed all members, new members and guests to the meeting (23 in attendance approximately).
The treasurer reported $5296.04 on hand in January. After $21.00 in deposits and $347.74 in withdrawals, a balance of $4,968.40 was on hand as of this meeting.
The Secretary referred all to the Berkshire’s Quilters’ Guild website for the January 2018 meeting minutes.
Wendy spoke of the Paint and Sip at the Alford Town Hall on January 14, 2018. It was a good time for all.
Upcoming Projects: Sue A. has directions and fabric for the Challenge Quilt, due in June. Connie reminded us that the Log Cabin Block of the Month is due in March. Curved piecing will be introduced next month for the Drunkard’s Path Block. Robin has labels and information for the Children’s quilts, due in April. These quilts go to CHP. Trish talked about our Charity Quilts which are due in June. There were kits available for pickup and a sign-up sheet. Several charity quilts were shown, some with the subway pattern. (It was noted that several members met at Donna S. to make up the kits.)
Betsy reported that there are new books from AQS available in our library.
Sue I. and Connie spoke about National Quilt day, to be held on Saturday, March 24 at the Sheffield Library from 9-2. Bring Lunch.
Wendy thanked our hospitality crew: Sue I., Andrea W., Marcella M.
Show and Tell Quilts were shown.
It was announced that there is a Fabric Swap at the Lenox Community Center on Saturday, March 10.
Sue A. spoke about the upcoming exhibits at Brookside Quiltworks: July-Aug.-Sept. is an Asian theme and Oct., Nov., and Dec. are miniature quilts. She also had information about the Winchester Quilt Show on April 28-29.
Our meeting continued with an interesting presentation by Karen Pratt on quilting tools.
Respectfully submitted,
Sandra Alden, Secretary
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Wendy called the meeting to order and welcomed all members, new members and guests to the meeting (23 in attendance approximately).
The treasurer reported $5296.04 on hand in January. After $21.00 in deposits and $347.74 in withdrawals, a balance of $4,968.40 was on hand as of this meeting.
The Secretary referred all to the Berkshire’s Quilters’ Guild website for the January 2018 meeting minutes.
Wendy spoke of the Paint and Sip at the Alford Town Hall on January 14, 2018. It was a good time for all.
Upcoming Projects: Sue A. has directions and fabric for the Challenge Quilt, due in June. Connie reminded us that the Log Cabin Block of the Month is due in March. Curved piecing will be introduced next month for the Drunkard’s Path Block. Robin has labels and information for the Children’s quilts, due in April. These quilts go to CHP. Trish talked about our Charity Quilts which are due in June. There were kits available for pickup and a sign-up sheet. Several charity quilts were shown, some with the subway pattern. (It was noted that several members met at Donna S. to make up the kits.)
Betsy reported that there are new books from AQS available in our library.
Sue I. and Connie spoke about National Quilt day, to be held on Saturday, March 24 at the Sheffield Library from 9-2. Bring Lunch.
Wendy thanked our hospitality crew: Sue I., Andrea W., Marcella M.
Show and Tell Quilts were shown.
It was announced that there is a Fabric Swap at the Lenox Community Center on Saturday, March 10.
Sue A. spoke about the upcoming exhibits at Brookside Quiltworks: July-Aug.-Sept. is an Asian theme and Oct., Nov., and Dec. are miniature quilts. She also had information about the Winchester Quilt Show on April 28-29.
Our meeting continued with an interesting presentation by Karen Pratt on quilting tools.
Respectfully submitted,
Sandra Alden, Secretary
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January 9, 2018 Minutes
Wendy called meeting to order and welcomed all members, new members and guests to the meeting(28 in attendance approximately). She thanked Robin, Ellen and Nancy for hospitality.
The treasurer reported $5,479.06 on hand after the December meeting. $,5296.04 was the balance as of this meeting.
The Secretary referred all to the Berkshire’s Quilters’ Guild website for the December 2017 meeting minutes.
Sue told of the Paint and Sip at the Alford Town Hall on January 14, 2018 from 2 to 4 o’clock. Coffee would be provided along with refreshments (those left from tonight and from the Officers). For Sip BYOB or Wine.
Connie showed finished blocks of the month – churn dash. She discussed the block of the month due in March – Log Cabin or Court House Steps. (directions are on Wendy’s email about this meeting).
Catherine reminded us that Connie and members of her family with have their works on display at Brookside Quiltworks from this Saturday through March.
Robin spoke on the Children’s Quilts due in April. All members are encouraged to make one, using their own fabric and putting a label on it, which can be obtained from Donna. The size should be about 40”x50”. They will be on display at the Sheffield Library.
Sue spoke on the Challenge quilt. She had two on display that she made. They can be anything based on a song and must have a piece of fabric she can give you (a five-inch square) or more to be obtained from Brookside Quiltworks. They are due in June.
Cindy relayed to the Guild that Jean A was at BMC.
Doreen reminded us that she has passes to the New England Quilt Museum. Currently there is an exhibit on Japanese quilts.
Catherine M told of a quilt show at Mt Holyoke College from Jan. 23- May 27 on quilts that are like the Gees Bend quilts. (This is posted on the Website.)
Several items were shown at “Show and Tell” (Also on the Website).
Our program presenters, Corinne L and Catherine K, continued the meeting. Corinne showed us how to make silk embroidered roses and talked on crazy quilting. Catherine showed how to machine quilt using our own machines at home.
Respectfully submitted,
Sandra Alden, secretary
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December 12, 2017 Minutes
Wendy welcomed all to the meeting that numbered about 20 members.
The treasurer reported $5807.46 on hand as of the end of the meeting in November 2017 at this meeting $5479.05 was the balance.
Donna passed around notes from the Keys in Florida and Houston, Texas about charity quilts given. 12 quilts also went to the “Giving Tree at Berkshire South Center.
Sue told of the Paint and sip at the Alford Town Hall on January 14, 2018 from 2 to 4 o’clock.
Donna told of used sewing machines going to Third World countries.
The greeter distributed raffle tickets to all. Toys were collected for the Children’s Health Program. Donna will collect and take them there.
Games, refreshments, and a gift exchange were enjoyed by all those present to the end of the meeting.
Respectfully submitted,
Sandra Alden, secretary
Wendy welcomed all to the meeting that numbered about 20 members.
The treasurer reported $5807.46 on hand as of the end of the meeting in November 2017 at this meeting $5479.05 was the balance.
Donna passed around notes from the Keys in Florida and Houston, Texas about charity quilts given. 12 quilts also went to the “Giving Tree at Berkshire South Center.
Sue told of the Paint and sip at the Alford Town Hall on January 14, 2018 from 2 to 4 o’clock.
Donna told of used sewing machines going to Third World countries.
The greeter distributed raffle tickets to all. Toys were collected for the Children’s Health Program. Donna will collect and take them there.
Games, refreshments, and a gift exchange were enjoyed by all those present to the end of the meeting.
Respectfully submitted,
Sandra Alden, secretary
Tuesday, November 14, 2017
Wendy called the meeting to order at 7PM. About 24 members were in attendance. (There were no minutes for October due to our bi-annual auction.)
The auction committee was acknowledged for their hard work and for the successful auction.
The treasurer’s report was given. It reflected a balance as of November of $5,807.46.
Connie talked about the Block of the Month. The templates and instructions are available from her. (Do not use download as the size will be incorrect.)
The workshop for November was cancelled. For future workshops 9 members voted for a Saturday.
The Christmas toy drive will take place at our next meeting. A motion was made, seconded and passed to give CHP a gift of $100. for children’s gifts.
A Sit and Sew will be held on this Saturday, November 18 at the Alford Town Hall from 9-3. Donna spoke on the pillow tops that members could work on or they may bring their own projects, along with a bag lunch.
Connie spoke on the modern quilts that the Hancock Gift Shop would like to sell there. If any members are interested, please contact her.
There is a suggestion box on the front desk for members to deposit their own ideas for programs, etc. Any ideas will be
considered for future programs of the guild by the Program Committee.
Sue A. spoke on a possible Sip and Paint event. Eleven members showed interest.
Sue spoke on a new Challenge Quilt. The theme is to be based on a song. Yellow five- inch fabric squares were passed out. The finished project is due in June 2018. Please contact Sue A. for complete instructions.
The final UFO projects were shown. All members’ names who participated in this UFO challenge were submitted into a raffle. Joan D. won the raffle of fat quarters. Trish R. won the $24.
Several members participated in the Show and Tell part of our meeting.
Our program speaker was Michelle Banton. Her talk on “From Cotton to Consumer” was very informative. She did a slide presentation and spoke on the creation of printed fabrics, passed around several interesting fabrics from well-known fabric designers, and then she raffled off several items.
Respectfully submitted,
Sandra A.
Wendy called the meeting to order at 7PM. About 24 members were in attendance. (There were no minutes for October due to our bi-annual auction.)
The auction committee was acknowledged for their hard work and for the successful auction.
The treasurer’s report was given. It reflected a balance as of November of $5,807.46.
Connie talked about the Block of the Month. The templates and instructions are available from her. (Do not use download as the size will be incorrect.)
The workshop for November was cancelled. For future workshops 9 members voted for a Saturday.
The Christmas toy drive will take place at our next meeting. A motion was made, seconded and passed to give CHP a gift of $100. for children’s gifts.
A Sit and Sew will be held on this Saturday, November 18 at the Alford Town Hall from 9-3. Donna spoke on the pillow tops that members could work on or they may bring their own projects, along with a bag lunch.
Connie spoke on the modern quilts that the Hancock Gift Shop would like to sell there. If any members are interested, please contact her.
There is a suggestion box on the front desk for members to deposit their own ideas for programs, etc. Any ideas will be
considered for future programs of the guild by the Program Committee.
Sue A. spoke on a possible Sip and Paint event. Eleven members showed interest.
Sue spoke on a new Challenge Quilt. The theme is to be based on a song. Yellow five- inch fabric squares were passed out. The finished project is due in June 2018. Please contact Sue A. for complete instructions.
The final UFO projects were shown. All members’ names who participated in this UFO challenge were submitted into a raffle. Joan D. won the raffle of fat quarters. Trish R. won the $24.
Several members participated in the Show and Tell part of our meeting.
Our program speaker was Michelle Banton. Her talk on “From Cotton to Consumer” was very informative. She did a slide presentation and spoke on the creation of printed fabrics, passed around several interesting fabrics from well-known fabric designers, and then she raffled off several items.
Respectfully submitted,
Sandra A.
October 2017 - no minutes. Guild Auction
Tuesday, September 12, 2017 Meeting
The meeting was called to order at 7:00pm by President Wendy. Thirty-nine members and guests were present.
Wendy welcomed members back, guests were introduced, Anita passed out new program booklets, and Jeanne asked members to take posters and postcards to distribute for next month’s auction.
Anita gave treasurer’s report, which gave $4,318.57 as a current balance. It was approved.
Tonight’s hospitality was provided by Jeanne and Barbara.
The new Swap was talked about by Teresa.
Connie discussed the new Block of the Month. There will be nine different blocks, instructions will be sent by email, and will start in November.
Cindy spoke about next month’s auction. The preview will be at 6:00pm and the auction will start at 6:30 by an outside auctioneer. She encouraged each one of us to bring someone. Don’t forget to bring in coasters (Anita has pattern) to hand out to our guests.
A reminder to each month’s hospitality group to pass the bag on to the next month’s group.
Donna spoke on Houston and Key West quilt donations. She mentioned places that quilts have been distributed locally. Charity quilt kits were available for members to take home to complete.
Our Ugly Fabric Challenge quilts were presented. Our UFO projects for September were shown. November our final UFO is due. Show and Tell quilts were offered by many.
Connie spoke about the Hancock Shaker Village show next weekend.
Our program speaker, Jennifer Watchorn, spoke on “From the Hardware Store to the Quilt Shop.” It was enjoyed by all.
Respectfully submitted,
Sandra A., Secretary
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June 2017
The meeting was called to order at approximately 6:00pm by President Susan S. About 25 members attended the Sheffield Town Park for our annual Pot Luck meeting.
Susan offered a thank you to officers for their past service. Wendy handed out gifts to the out-going officers. Susan announced new officers for 2017-2018: Wendy N. – President, Sue A. - Vice-President, Sandra A. – Secretary, and Anita D. – Treasurer. Sue A. was seeking help for the website. Nancy B. offered.
It was suggested to promote new membership that present members bring guests. Andrea W. and Connie do publicity.
Advertisements in our booklet costs $5.00. Ads do not have to be quilt-related. Sue will send out requests for updates for addresses, etc. for our new booklet.
Andrea talked about the auction. Members were asked to offer services as “lots” at the auction. Anita gave the treasure’s report - $4,165.
The door prize was won by Marcella and fat quarters by Martha S.
It was agreed to give the Town of Sheffield $25. for the use of the town park.
Show and Tell: Several members showed their UFOs that were due for June. Members also showed recently finished projects.
The UFO due for September is Number 5. Respectfully submitted
Sandra A.
Recording Secretary
Berkshire Quilters Guild
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Susan offered a thank you to officers for their past service. Wendy handed out gifts to the out-going officers. Susan announced new officers for 2017-2018: Wendy N. – President, Sue A. - Vice-President, Sandra A. – Secretary, and Anita D. – Treasurer. Sue A. was seeking help for the website. Nancy B. offered.
It was suggested to promote new membership that present members bring guests. Andrea W. and Connie do publicity.
Advertisements in our booklet costs $5.00. Ads do not have to be quilt-related. Sue will send out requests for updates for addresses, etc. for our new booklet.
Andrea talked about the auction. Members were asked to offer services as “lots” at the auction. Anita gave the treasure’s report - $4,165.
The door prize was won by Marcella and fat quarters by Martha S.
It was agreed to give the Town of Sheffield $25. for the use of the town park.
Show and Tell: Several members showed their UFOs that were due for June. Members also showed recently finished projects.
The UFO due for September is Number 5. Respectfully submitted
Sandra A.
Recording Secretary
Berkshire Quilters Guild
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May 2017 Meeting Minutes
The meeting was called to order at 7:05 by President Susan S. (36 members in attendance).
A welcome was extended to our guests Bette J. from New Hampshire and Jean C. from Hinsdale.
The Treasurer’s Report was given and approved ($3,734.90) in treasury as of date of this meeting.
Hospitality was provided by Jean A., Regina P and Barbara P.
The nominating committee reported that positions were being filled for the coming year.
Trish reported that five members were interested in the October retreat so far.
The treasurer reminded members that dues were being collected at the meeting.
Announcements that were made:
- Teresa B. will do a work shop at Brookside.
- Patricia Clark exhibit at the Lee Library.
- Vermont Quilt June 23-24.
- Reminder of auction items.
- Donna S read a thank you for quilts from Albany Medical Center.
- The Children’s quilts are on exhibit at Sheffield Library.
- Corinne L won the Fat Quarters and the Door Prize.
- Show and tell quilts by Betsy, Sue I, Mimi (charity), Sue A (charity), Anita (2 charity quilts), guest from N. H, Sandra A and Catherine K. Donna S. showed the pillow covers made at the Sit and Sew.
Our meeting continued with Debbie James showing her machine applique method. Members left with a rooster, chicken, and turtle no sew project. She donated all the “scraps” she brought for the project to the guild.
Respectively submitted,
Sandra J. Alden, Recording Secretary
Berkshire Quilters Guild
April 2017 Meeting Minutes
The meeting was called to order at 7:04 by Vice President Wendy N. (30 members in attendance)
The Treasurer’s Report was given and approved ($3,795.88) in treasury as of date of this meeting.
A Sit and Sew Session on Saturday April 22 from 9-3 in Alford to do pillowcases from kits made up by Donna S. will be held. Call Susan S. if you plan to attend.
It was reported by Sue I. and Connie L. that our National Quilt Day held on March 25 at the Sheffield Library was a good day. About twelve members showed up. A quilt top made by Barbara P. was basted. Others work on their projects. A thank you was extended to all.
A sheet for sign up of committees and hospitality for 2017-2018 was passed around.
Our bylaws now read the officers can only serve for two years. Doreen made a motion that an exception be made to the bylaws and that the officers’ positions be extended on a year to year basis. At the discretion upon the vote of the membership, an officer’s position may be extended on a year to year basis. (This matter was brought up due to the matter that Anita D. offered to be treasurer for another year)
Connie spoke on the Children’s quilts. Each year 20 go to CHP and 20 to Shriner’s Hospital in Springfield. They are shown at the Sheffield Library before they are handed on. Connie spoke about Jenny Vagle, who works for Albany Medical Center caring for children. She asked if quilts could go to children there (ages 2-18 who have difficult medical issues, and in some cases life ending situations. After some discussion, Wendy said that the guild would give quilts as Connie suggested and to CHP.
Seventeen children’s quilts were displayed. Prizes went to Sues I. (1st), Connie L. (2nd), and Doreen (3rd).
A thank you letter was received from Rosanne Gagnon for the $50 donation made to the National MS Society.
Trish talked about the two quilt weekends given by Karen Pratt. The Oct 27-29 weekend had 6-7 people interested.
For the year 2017-2018, the Door Prize Committee and Fat Quarter Committee will be changed to Swap Committee. A quilt-related item will be brought in instead of a fat quarter.
The door prize was won by Anita D. and the fat quarters by Trish R.
Betsy relayed the Northern Star Quilt Guild’s show is the first weekend in May and now held in Danbury, CT.
Show and Tell Quilts by Sandra H., Robin H., Sindy H., Betty K., Andrea W., Sue A., and Teresa B.
Anita D. got a pattern for wine coasters. She made copies of the pattern available and it was suggested that we make them and hand them out at our auction in October.
The UFO number drawn was “2” and is due in June. Members who showed their completed UFOs ”1” were Martha S., Sandra A., Judy M. and Sue A.
Respectively submitted,
Sandra Alden, recording secretary
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The Treasurer’s Report was given and approved ($3,795.88) in treasury as of date of this meeting.
A Sit and Sew Session on Saturday April 22 from 9-3 in Alford to do pillowcases from kits made up by Donna S. will be held. Call Susan S. if you plan to attend.
It was reported by Sue I. and Connie L. that our National Quilt Day held on March 25 at the Sheffield Library was a good day. About twelve members showed up. A quilt top made by Barbara P. was basted. Others work on their projects. A thank you was extended to all.
A sheet for sign up of committees and hospitality for 2017-2018 was passed around.
Our bylaws now read the officers can only serve for two years. Doreen made a motion that an exception be made to the bylaws and that the officers’ positions be extended on a year to year basis. At the discretion upon the vote of the membership, an officer’s position may be extended on a year to year basis. (This matter was brought up due to the matter that Anita D. offered to be treasurer for another year)
Connie spoke on the Children’s quilts. Each year 20 go to CHP and 20 to Shriner’s Hospital in Springfield. They are shown at the Sheffield Library before they are handed on. Connie spoke about Jenny Vagle, who works for Albany Medical Center caring for children. She asked if quilts could go to children there (ages 2-18 who have difficult medical issues, and in some cases life ending situations. After some discussion, Wendy said that the guild would give quilts as Connie suggested and to CHP.
Seventeen children’s quilts were displayed. Prizes went to Sues I. (1st), Connie L. (2nd), and Doreen (3rd).
A thank you letter was received from Rosanne Gagnon for the $50 donation made to the National MS Society.
Trish talked about the two quilt weekends given by Karen Pratt. The Oct 27-29 weekend had 6-7 people interested.
For the year 2017-2018, the Door Prize Committee and Fat Quarter Committee will be changed to Swap Committee. A quilt-related item will be brought in instead of a fat quarter.
The door prize was won by Anita D. and the fat quarters by Trish R.
Betsy relayed the Northern Star Quilt Guild’s show is the first weekend in May and now held in Danbury, CT.
Show and Tell Quilts by Sandra H., Robin H., Sindy H., Betty K., Andrea W., Sue A., and Teresa B.
Anita D. got a pattern for wine coasters. She made copies of the pattern available and it was suggested that we make them and hand them out at our auction in October.
The UFO number drawn was “2” and is due in June. Members who showed their completed UFOs ”1” were Martha S., Sandra A., Judy M. and Sue A.
Respectively submitted,
Sandra Alden, recording secretary
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March 2017 Meeting Minutes
The meeting was called to order at 7:00P.M. by Susan Struzziero, President.
Attendance: 25 members, no guests.
Treasurer’s Report: approved.
Hospitality: was provided by Sue Arnholter, Sandra Alden, and Doreen Atwood.
Susan will be helping her mom in hospice, Wendy Nicolosi, Vice President will be leading meetings for the rest of the session.
UFO project #1 is due in April.
Discussion on donation to the New England Quilt Museum. Motion carried to donate an additional $150 over and above the membership dues of $100.
Doreen Atwood read a thank you note from Roseanne for the flowers and chocolate given as a thanks for her quilt trunk show at the February meeting.
Trish Ross has instructions for making prostheses for breast cancer patients.
Martha Scott showed a poncho to be used for childrens’ car seats, instead of a heavy jacket. She used it as a fundraiser for Huntington’s Disease.
There were several show and tell items shown.
Our program – Corinne Levy: silk ribbon roses, Dan Sullivan: mitered corners, and Betsy Garcia: stitches to embellish quilts – was very informative and well received.
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The meeting was called to order at 7:00P.M. by Susan Struzziero, President.
Attendance: 25 members, no guests.
Treasurer’s Report: approved.
Hospitality: was provided by Sue Arnholter, Sandra Alden, and Doreen Atwood.
Susan will be helping her mom in hospice, Wendy Nicolosi, Vice President will be leading meetings for the rest of the session.
UFO project #1 is due in April.
Discussion on donation to the New England Quilt Museum. Motion carried to donate an additional $150 over and above the membership dues of $100.
Doreen Atwood read a thank you note from Roseanne for the flowers and chocolate given as a thanks for her quilt trunk show at the February meeting.
Trish Ross has instructions for making prostheses for breast cancer patients.
Martha Scott showed a poncho to be used for childrens’ car seats, instead of a heavy jacket. She used it as a fundraiser for Huntington’s Disease.
There were several show and tell items shown.
Our program – Corinne Levy: silk ribbon roses, Dan Sullivan: mitered corners, and Betsy Garcia: stitches to embellish quilts – was very informative and well received.
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February 2017 Meeting Minutes - not currently available.
January 2017 Meeting Minutes
Meeting was called to order at 7:05PM
Susan welcomed members.
Treasurer's Report : Copies available from Anita Diller, Treasurer.
Motion made to accept by Mimi, and a second by Andrea.
Hospitality for tonight's meeting is: Sindy, Judy and Robin.
UFO Challenge: our first challenge is due at our next meeting February 14, 2017.
Donation Quilts: (6) quilts were donated to Berkshire South's Wish Program tree for children;
also quilts were donated to Fairview Commons residents.
There are several donation kits which need to be taken home and made by our members, contact
Susan S. for more information.
Sit-n-Sew - Susan S.: if anyone is interested for this Saturday - Jan. 14th, please let her know;
five or more people are needed to go forward with this.
Auction Comments: presented by Jeanne and Andrea. Our auction will be October 10, 2017 at 6:30PM.
We are looking for donations of: coordinated fabrics paired with patterns; books; baskets; quilt related items;
notions; gift certificates; bindings; threads etc. We have reached out to other guilds to join us that evening. We will also reach out to quilt shops for auctionable items they are willing to donate. We are also looking for services to be donated as well, such as sewing, quilting, and even a good massage! Our goal is to raise $4,000.00 to add to our budget which can be used for guest speakers.
Fat Quarter: Sue
Door Prize: Robin
Program: tonight's program is by one of our own members, Teresa Bills. She will show her beautiful art quilts, explain, and demonstrate, her piecing techniques and free motion quilting method.
Respectfully submitted,
Marsha Wilson
Secretary
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Meeting was called to order at 7:05PM
Susan welcomed members.
Treasurer's Report : Copies available from Anita Diller, Treasurer.
Motion made to accept by Mimi, and a second by Andrea.
Hospitality for tonight's meeting is: Sindy, Judy and Robin.
UFO Challenge: our first challenge is due at our next meeting February 14, 2017.
Donation Quilts: (6) quilts were donated to Berkshire South's Wish Program tree for children;
also quilts were donated to Fairview Commons residents.
There are several donation kits which need to be taken home and made by our members, contact
Susan S. for more information.
Sit-n-Sew - Susan S.: if anyone is interested for this Saturday - Jan. 14th, please let her know;
five or more people are needed to go forward with this.
Auction Comments: presented by Jeanne and Andrea. Our auction will be October 10, 2017 at 6:30PM.
We are looking for donations of: coordinated fabrics paired with patterns; books; baskets; quilt related items;
notions; gift certificates; bindings; threads etc. We have reached out to other guilds to join us that evening. We will also reach out to quilt shops for auctionable items they are willing to donate. We are also looking for services to be donated as well, such as sewing, quilting, and even a good massage! Our goal is to raise $4,000.00 to add to our budget which can be used for guest speakers.
Fat Quarter: Sue
Door Prize: Robin
Program: tonight's program is by one of our own members, Teresa Bills. She will show her beautiful art quilts, explain, and demonstrate, her piecing techniques and free motion quilting method.
Respectfully submitted,
Marsha Wilson
Secretary
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November 2016 Meeting Minutes
Meeting was called to order at 7:05PM
Susan welcomed members.
Tonight’s Program: Disappearing nine patch and four patch, presented by Jean A. and Connie L.
Secretary's Report - available on our Guild website.
Treasurer's Report - last month balance: $5,089.96 - paid out $600.00 to last months' presenter Pam Weeks.
New balance - $4,414.96. Copies available from Anita D., Treasurer. Motion made to accept.
Hospitality for tonight's meeting is: Martha, Sandy and Trish.
Donation Quilt Kits: these quilt kits are bundled together with top and bottom fabric, batting and label.
If interested please take one or two to work on.
UFO Challenge: Sign-up sheets are available. Please return to Trish, along with $10.00, by the conclusion of tonight's program.
Sit-n-Sew: if anyone is interested for this Saturday - Nov. 5th, please let Susan S. know. The session will be held if five or more people are interested.
Show & Tell: several members presented their quilts.
Upcoming December Meeting: our next meeting will be the Holiday Party - please bring an unwrapped gift for an infant or child to age 12, and a wrapped recycled, reused, and repurposed gift to share with each other. The Officers will be in charge of hospitality.
Fat Quarter: Regina
Door Prize: Trish
Respectfully submitted,
Marsha Wilson
Secretary
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October 2016 Meeting Minutes
Meeting was called to order at 7:05PM
Susan welcomed members. We also welcomed a guest.
Tonight’s Program: Pam Weeks is our presenter this evening with “Quilt History in 60 Minutes or Less”.
Secretary's Report - available on our Guild website.
Treasurer's Report - last month balance: $5,304.81 - new balance. $5,089.96 copies available from Anita Diller, Treasurer. Motion made to accept.
Hospitality for tonight's meeting is: Connie L., Catherine M., and Joan D.
Thank You Notes were sent to our Guild from CHP and Shriners Hospital for the children's quilts we sent.
Susan read them to us.
Library News: Pam Weeks donated a book of Civil War Quilts to add to our Library. Thank you Pam! Betsy has asked for a volunteer assistant for the Library.
UFO Challenge: Jean Andrews spoke about this challenge which is on the inside cover of our 2016-2017 booklet. Project papers are due at the November meeting when the first dice roll will determine our first project to complete for January.
Sit-n-Sew - Susan Struzziero: if anyone is interested for this Saturday - Oct. 15th, please let her know.
Show & Tell: several members presented their quilts. Our guest showed us examples of leaf pounding.
Fat Quarter: Marcia D.
Door Prize: Marcia D.
Our program with Pam Weeks began at 7:35PM
Respectfully submitted,
Marsha Wilson
Secretary
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September 2016 Meeting Minutes
Meeting was called to order at 7:10PM
Susan welcomed members.
Tonight’s Program: Bill and Catherine Kane of Brookside Quiltworks will give a talk about care, cleaning and repair of your sewing machine. And also useful tips.
Secretary's Report - none available.
Treasurer's Report - last month balance: $4,856.14 - balance as of 9/13/16 - $5,304.81. Motion made to accept.
Hospitality for tonight's meeting was provided by: Betsy G, Lois L. and Sue I.
Sue I - Block-of-the-month: Sue asked for any tops completed over the summer - several teams worked together during the summer months - tops shown were made by Sue A., Carol W. and Sue I.
Connie L. - Hancock Shaker Village Event: Volunteers needed - there will be a quilting demo - Gerald Roy, a well-known Antique Quilt collector/appraiser, will attend, answering questions anyone may have about antique quilts. Contact Connie for volunteering.
Donation Quilts - Susan S: Susan told about a girl in her congregation who is collecting children's quilts for Project Linus as a service project for her Bat Mitzveh. Donna will be our point person for donations.
Sit-n-Sew - Susan S: if anyone is interested for this Saturday - Sept. 17th, please let her know.
Donations - Donna S: mailed out 12 children's quilts to Ft. McMurray fire victims - she also delivered 95 pillowcases to Camp Belong in Maine. She also ordered 50 yards of batting for donation/children's quilts - she needs volunteers to make these quilts.
Library News - Betsy G: she would like some volunteers to help with our library.
Show & Tell: - A number of beautiful quilts which had been completed over the summer months were shown by members.
Fat Quarter: won by Regina
Door Prize: won by Betsy and the second door prize was won by Laura.
Teresa B: is doing a solo show in Sandisfield - she has cards to give out explaining where the show will be and the time frame.
Next Month's Program: Pam Weeks, a certified appraiser of textiles, will be our guest speaker.
Meeting adjourned at 9:00PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Marsha Wilson
Secretary
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Susan welcomed members.
Tonight’s Program: Bill and Catherine Kane of Brookside Quiltworks will give a talk about care, cleaning and repair of your sewing machine. And also useful tips.
Secretary's Report - none available.
Treasurer's Report - last month balance: $4,856.14 - balance as of 9/13/16 - $5,304.81. Motion made to accept.
Hospitality for tonight's meeting was provided by: Betsy G, Lois L. and Sue I.
Sue I - Block-of-the-month: Sue asked for any tops completed over the summer - several teams worked together during the summer months - tops shown were made by Sue A., Carol W. and Sue I.
Connie L. - Hancock Shaker Village Event: Volunteers needed - there will be a quilting demo - Gerald Roy, a well-known Antique Quilt collector/appraiser, will attend, answering questions anyone may have about antique quilts. Contact Connie for volunteering.
Donation Quilts - Susan S: Susan told about a girl in her congregation who is collecting children's quilts for Project Linus as a service project for her Bat Mitzveh. Donna will be our point person for donations.
Sit-n-Sew - Susan S: if anyone is interested for this Saturday - Sept. 17th, please let her know.
Donations - Donna S: mailed out 12 children's quilts to Ft. McMurray fire victims - she also delivered 95 pillowcases to Camp Belong in Maine. She also ordered 50 yards of batting for donation/children's quilts - she needs volunteers to make these quilts.
Library News - Betsy G: she would like some volunteers to help with our library.
Show & Tell: - A number of beautiful quilts which had been completed over the summer months were shown by members.
Fat Quarter: won by Regina
Door Prize: won by Betsy and the second door prize was won by Laura.
Teresa B: is doing a solo show in Sandisfield - she has cards to give out explaining where the show will be and the time frame.
Next Month's Program: Pam Weeks, a certified appraiser of textiles, will be our guest speaker.
Meeting adjourned at 9:00PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Marsha Wilson
Secretary
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APRIL 2016 MEETING MINUTES
Berkshire Quilters' Guild
Meeting Minutes
Tuesday - April 12, 2016
Meeting was called to order at 7:10 p.m. with 33 members and 2 guests in attendance.
Secretary’s report was read and approved.
Treasurer’s report - balance of $4,355.74
Sue reminded members that dues are due at the May meeting and are $30.00. Please give your checks to Anita D.
Carol W. needs member’s contact information.
Thank you to the refreshment committee. Sue reminded the hospitality committee for the next month to please take the paper supplies and coffee pot.
Workshop is slated for Wednesday, May 11th at the Alford Town Hall with Patty Sawyer presenting, Cost for workshop is $50 which includes the kit. There are still spaces available.
An announcement was made that Viebeke Wilder passed away. She was a frequent instructor at the Pumpkin Patch.
“Sit n’ Sew” will be held on Saturday, April 16th from 9:00 to 2:00 at the Alford Town Hall. All are welcome.
Passes for the Quilt Museum in Lowell. If interested, please contact Doreen A.
Door prize was won by Debbie C.
Fat Quarters were won by Barbara P
Sue D explained the next step of the “Block of the Month.” The first row was 1/2 square triangles. The second row was a 4 Patch. The 3rd row is a 6 1/2” border. Instructions are listed on the website.
The donation quilts are 50 in number. We will be sending 20 pillowcases to Camp to Belong in New York state. 75 will be sent to Camp to Belong of Massachusetts.
Camp to Belong requested Superman capes - 24 X 48 with 12” ribbons for ties.
The Children’s Quilts were displayed around the room and will be hung in the Sheffield Library for the month of April. There were 25 plus quilts.
The Challenge - each member who entered the challenge and completed them did a short Show and Tell.
Refreshments were served.
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Meeting Minutes
Tuesday - April 12, 2016
Meeting was called to order at 7:10 p.m. with 33 members and 2 guests in attendance.
Secretary’s report was read and approved.
Treasurer’s report - balance of $4,355.74
Sue reminded members that dues are due at the May meeting and are $30.00. Please give your checks to Anita D.
Carol W. needs member’s contact information.
Thank you to the refreshment committee. Sue reminded the hospitality committee for the next month to please take the paper supplies and coffee pot.
Workshop is slated for Wednesday, May 11th at the Alford Town Hall with Patty Sawyer presenting, Cost for workshop is $50 which includes the kit. There are still spaces available.
An announcement was made that Viebeke Wilder passed away. She was a frequent instructor at the Pumpkin Patch.
“Sit n’ Sew” will be held on Saturday, April 16th from 9:00 to 2:00 at the Alford Town Hall. All are welcome.
Passes for the Quilt Museum in Lowell. If interested, please contact Doreen A.
Door prize was won by Debbie C.
Fat Quarters were won by Barbara P
Sue D explained the next step of the “Block of the Month.” The first row was 1/2 square triangles. The second row was a 4 Patch. The 3rd row is a 6 1/2” border. Instructions are listed on the website.
The donation quilts are 50 in number. We will be sending 20 pillowcases to Camp to Belong in New York state. 75 will be sent to Camp to Belong of Massachusetts.
Camp to Belong requested Superman capes - 24 X 48 with 12” ribbons for ties.
The Children’s Quilts were displayed around the room and will be hung in the Sheffield Library for the month of April. There were 25 plus quilts.
The Challenge - each member who entered the challenge and completed them did a short Show and Tell.
Refreshments were served.
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March 2016 Meeting Minutes
Berkshire Quilters' Guild
Meeting Minutes
Tuesday - March 8, 2016
Call to order: the meeting was called to order at 7:05 PM
Opening: A warm welcome to our members and to a friend of Mimi's who is joining us
this evening.
Secretary's Report: The report was read - motion was made by Marion to accept the minutes as read - 2nd by Sindy - passed unanimously.
Treasurer's Report: The report read - motion made by Betsy to accept the report as read, 2nd by Sue - passed unanimously.
Hospitality: Ellen B, Robin H, Martha S and Linda K.
Questionnaire: In February a member survey was emailed to all members. Susan only received a few returned - she encourages everyone to fill it out and email them back to her.
Color Workshop: There will be a special workshop held on May 11th from 9-3PM. The presenter is Patty Sawyer who will be our guest speaker the evening before at our May 10th Tuesday evening meeting. The workshop is about color which Patty will briefly explain at our meeting.
The workshop will be at the Alford town hall. The cost is $50.00 - $35.00 for the workshop
and $15.00 for the kit.
UFO's: at our upcoming April meeting all UFO's will be presented to all who took the challenge.
National Quilt Day: Sue I. headed this special event at the Sheffield library - there was a good turnout and she thanked all who attended.
Sit-n-Sew: Susan S. will again host a sit-n-sew at the Alford town hall on March 12th from 9-2PM.
Block of the Month: Sue I. presented us with this block which is a Medallion block - instructions are available.
She also will be the instructor of a binding class held at Brookside Quiltworks on Saturday
April 2nd from 11AM - 2PM Call Catherine Kane at Brookside to book a spot.
Library News: Betsy told us about a website and newsletter we could research on the internet by Jinny Beyer which is a segue to our program this evening.
Fat Quarter: Won by Robin H.
Door Prize: Won by Marcia D.
Show & Tell: Martha S. presented us with three quilts from fabric which was given to her - also a cute baby quilt.
Mimi H. presented us with three charity quilts from the kits given at our last meeting.
Joan D. presented us with a large quilt with a variety of vegetable overall , a flower border.
Connie L. presented us with a prayer strips and stars quilt which was a Jinny Beyer design.
Teresa B. presented us with a memorable beanbag handmade from her childhood.
Donna S. presented us with small quilts made by her friend and member Judy M.
Sandra H. presented us with a spinning star quilt.
A big "Thank You" to all who shared their quilts.
Special Guests: We are happy to present two wonderful ladies from the Big E - Jane Chapman and Sharon Doughty. These two ladies traveled from the Springfield Area to talk about the Creative Arts part of the Big E and to encourage any of us to enter our quilts, wall hangings, fabric art pieces, knitting or crochet pieces and/or any other type of creative art pieces. They also encouraged us to volunteer at the show as well. They left forms for us to take in case any of us were interested.
Program: We watched a movie by Jinny Beyer on Patchwork Quilting techniques and making our own templates.
Meeting ended prior to the movie at 8:00PM
We all enjoyed the snacks, beverages and popcorn during the movie.
Respectfully submitted,
Marsha W
Secretary
Meeting Minutes
Tuesday - March 8, 2016
Call to order: the meeting was called to order at 7:05 PM
Opening: A warm welcome to our members and to a friend of Mimi's who is joining us
this evening.
Secretary's Report: The report was read - motion was made by Marion to accept the minutes as read - 2nd by Sindy - passed unanimously.
Treasurer's Report: The report read - motion made by Betsy to accept the report as read, 2nd by Sue - passed unanimously.
Hospitality: Ellen B, Robin H, Martha S and Linda K.
Questionnaire: In February a member survey was emailed to all members. Susan only received a few returned - she encourages everyone to fill it out and email them back to her.
Color Workshop: There will be a special workshop held on May 11th from 9-3PM. The presenter is Patty Sawyer who will be our guest speaker the evening before at our May 10th Tuesday evening meeting. The workshop is about color which Patty will briefly explain at our meeting.
The workshop will be at the Alford town hall. The cost is $50.00 - $35.00 for the workshop
and $15.00 for the kit.
UFO's: at our upcoming April meeting all UFO's will be presented to all who took the challenge.
National Quilt Day: Sue I. headed this special event at the Sheffield library - there was a good turnout and she thanked all who attended.
Sit-n-Sew: Susan S. will again host a sit-n-sew at the Alford town hall on March 12th from 9-2PM.
Block of the Month: Sue I. presented us with this block which is a Medallion block - instructions are available.
She also will be the instructor of a binding class held at Brookside Quiltworks on Saturday
April 2nd from 11AM - 2PM Call Catherine Kane at Brookside to book a spot.
Library News: Betsy told us about a website and newsletter we could research on the internet by Jinny Beyer which is a segue to our program this evening.
Fat Quarter: Won by Robin H.
Door Prize: Won by Marcia D.
Show & Tell: Martha S. presented us with three quilts from fabric which was given to her - also a cute baby quilt.
Mimi H. presented us with three charity quilts from the kits given at our last meeting.
Joan D. presented us with a large quilt with a variety of vegetable overall , a flower border.
Connie L. presented us with a prayer strips and stars quilt which was a Jinny Beyer design.
Teresa B. presented us with a memorable beanbag handmade from her childhood.
Donna S. presented us with small quilts made by her friend and member Judy M.
Sandra H. presented us with a spinning star quilt.
A big "Thank You" to all who shared their quilts.
Special Guests: We are happy to present two wonderful ladies from the Big E - Jane Chapman and Sharon Doughty. These two ladies traveled from the Springfield Area to talk about the Creative Arts part of the Big E and to encourage any of us to enter our quilts, wall hangings, fabric art pieces, knitting or crochet pieces and/or any other type of creative art pieces. They also encouraged us to volunteer at the show as well. They left forms for us to take in case any of us were interested.
Program: We watched a movie by Jinny Beyer on Patchwork Quilting techniques and making our own templates.
Meeting ended prior to the movie at 8:00PM
We all enjoyed the snacks, beverages and popcorn during the movie.
Respectfully submitted,
Marsha W
Secretary
