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Twenty four members arrived eager to hear the talk “The Joy of Making” by Stevie Walker.

Stevie started her talk by giving a fascinating insight into how she had started her love of working with fabric and thread and explained her involvement with Denman College.  She said her inquisitive nature to learn about the different methods of working with fabric had increased her love of embroidery to enhance herwork.

During the following slide show Stevie explained what had influenced her to make each of the items displayed and the methods she had used.  It was interesting to see how she had enhanced the projects with lovely embroidery and the stitches.

Whilst June and Isabel served refreshments, members took the opportunity to talk to Stevie and take a closer look at some of the items on display, making many of us wonder how we could incorporate some of Stevie’s methods into our own work.

Stevie’s obvious love and enthusiasm showed in all the work she had shown us, thank you Stevie for a very enjoyable and informative evening.

What is better, on a pleasant summer evening, than a group of members gathered together eager to enjoy looking at quilts that someone else has made?

The Quilters Guild suitcase of Contemporary quilts had been received and following a few general notices the quilts were displayed by Susie and Lisa, whilst Maureen read details accompanying the collection explaining the history of each quilt and the name of the maker.

Much discussion ensued as the quilts were displayed. Members were interested and encouraged to explore a different contemporary style of quilt that could possibly be used as a wall hanging far different from the more traditional bed quilt etc.,

With the first sign of Spring and the lighter nights 34 members attended the meeting and were reminded to add their name to the list if they wished to go on the coach to the NEC.

It was noted Churchdown Patchwork and Quilters were holding an Exhibition on the 5^th and 6^th April at Churchdown Community Centre.

Following the notices, the guest for the evening, Lizzie Wall, was introduced.  She had brought along a large and varied selection of beautiful items to show us.  It was interesting and fascinating to hear in great detail the stories of what had inspired her to produce such magnificent designs.  We all learned such a lot during her talk. Afterwards, we had the opportunity to see the items at close quarters and realise how much thought and work had gone into them.

Thanks go to Kate for a brilliant vote of thanks and to Val and Mary for providing the refreshments.

A lovely bright sunny afternoon encouraged 20 members to attend.

Details were now available regarding the International Festival of Quilts to be held at the NEC in August. Members agreed they would like a coach to be made available to take them to the event.

Lisa had brought along a collection of fabric which had been donated and members were invited to take any they liked, free of charge.

Adele showed us examples of her Stuffed Chickens and tablemat and gave tips on how to make them, she then handed out the patterns . Members not wishing to take part in the workshop worked on their individual projects.

Thanks go to Sally and Jane who treated us to refreshments and some delicious cake.

19 February

The first afternoon Sit and Sew for 2025 attracted 17 members who worked on their individual projects.

Pat distributed the third set of instructions for the block of the month.

A Tea Rota was circulated and members were asked to add their names to the list.

Notification had been received from Jan Serby from Ross-on-Wye who was downsizing and wished to sell her long arm Avanti Handi Quilter for the price of £5,250 which included several extras. If anyone was interested they were asked to contact Jan direct at serbytob@sky.com