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Meeting January 23, 2025 6:00 PM Old Worthington Library
24 members attended including 6 new members. Wear your name tag each month and be entered in the drawing for a prize. 2025 dues of $10 are now due. Cash or venmo.
We all introduced ourselves and answered Leigh’s question. . “How many projects do you plan to finish in 2025?” the answers ranged from a couple, one a month, to hundreds!
Sharon presented a power point presentation of “The Power of Organization”. Some tips include start small, make a list, give yourself grace, create a plan and practice some keep, donate, toss! Also a quilt journal that includes details and picture of each quilt is a great way to keep track of all your projects. Sharon and some other members also keep a spreadsheet of the quilts they are making and also hope to make.
Bonnie presented our first challenge of the year, the panel! You must use a panel or part of a panel in your quilted project and the project should be worked on and finished during the challenge period. Projects can include quilt, pillows, bags or wall hangings. Any project under 24” should be finished. This challenge is from January 23 to May 22. You can reach Bonnie at bonbizzaro@gmail.com
Cindy told us about 4 fabric swaps this year. Each swap should include 4 fat quarters (18 x 21) and each FQ does not have to be the same fabric. February meeting – Grunge (any color), May Tula Pink, July – batik fabric and September Kaffe Fassett.
Leslie informed us about 2 quilting retreats this year. Both will be held at Hotel Millersburg and will be limited to 16 participants. Dates are April 24 – 27 and August 7-10. More details and sign up information will follow.
Courtney told us about a block raffle that will be due at the February 27 meeting. The block is called the Checkered Twist Block by Art Gallery Fabrics. Pictures and pattern can be found on website – columbusmodernquilters.com. Receive one ticket for each block you bring to swap. A ticket is drawn and the winner receives all the blocks. We will eagerly wait to see what you make with them!
Courtney also told us about the Bingo card challenge. A fun easy game to reward yourself for the Quilty things you do. Bingo card can be found at columbusmodernquilters.com.
Leigh informed us about a one hour basket swap due at the March meeting. Use a pattern you have, search a pattern or purchase a pattern. Bring your completed basket to the March meeting to swap with another member. Please bring basket in a bag. More info at columbusmodernquilters.com
My Very Own Blanket – volunteer opportunity – Several members meet up once a month at My Very Own Blanket offices in Westerville. More information on this volunteer opportunity can be obtained at monthly meeting. From Michelle C
New for 2025 Organized by Katy, sewing room presentation by different members
Upcoming quilt shows:
2/1/25 – 2/9/25 – Inniswood Metro Garden – Columbus Metropolitan Quilters
2/5/25 – 3/28/25 Speaking Volumes an Art Quilt display, Columbus Metro Library, 96 S Grant Ave
3/21/25 to 3/22/25 – Quintessential Quilt Show at Franklin County Fairgrounds
Next meeting:
February 27, 2025 – 6:00 pm meeting at Old Worthington Library –
Checkered Twist Block is due
Fat Quarter fabric swap – grunge fabric any color
March 27, 2025– 6:00 pm meeting at Old Worthington Library –
One hour basket swap – bring completed project in bag
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