September 2023 Jelly Roll Race

National Sew A Jelly Roll Day is celebrated every third Saturday of September.  Instead of the regularly planned business meeting on September 9th, members participated in a Jelly Roll race.  It was a lot of fun.  Pizza was delivered and it was a great time of fellowship.  There were three fast finishers in the race!  Pictures of the day captured below:

October 2023 Fabric Art Collage Class

In lieu of the regular monthly business meeting on Sat., Oct 14, Watana Cantrell taught a fabric art collage class for PTQ members.  It was a fun day spent together with a lot of creative juices flowing. Thank you, Watana, for sharing your time and talents by teaching others.   

November 2023 Meeting

Possum Town Quilters met for their regular monthly meeting on Saturday, November 11, 2023. The meeting opened with a welcome from guild president, Gwen Sisson.  There were 15 members in attendance and 1 visitor.  Minutes for the last regular business meeting which was in August were approved as written on the blog on motion by Judy S. with a second by Tonya S.  The treasury report was given by Treasurer, Karen C.  The treasurers report was approved with a motion by Tonya S. and seconded by Judy S.  Marilyn H. provided door prizes for the meeting.

Old Business

Challenge (Rent) Quilt Report -  Karen C. stated that Barb D. needs to be reimbursed for quilting work provided for the challenge quilt, Moda Blockheads.  The guild is awaiting an invoice to make payment. Many thanks to Barb D. for donating her time to quilt it.

Charity Quilt - The 16-patch quilt block charity quilt, which was spearheaded by Kimberly S., has been pieced together and is ready for quilting.  It was agreed that Maple Street Quilters will hand quilt for us.  They will do a great job and it will be a treasured gift for some lucky family.

New Business

Raffle Quilt Committee Report - Tonya S. and Patti M. presented the idea for the next raffle challenge and it's going to be so much fun!  At the August meeting, Tonya S. and Patti M. presented the theme for the next raffle quilt which will be "Words from the South".  The challenge will be to take a common southern saying and turning it into a quilt. Participants selected a saying and will design a block around the saying.  Blocks will measure 10 1/2" (10" finished").  Backgrounds should be neutral, either white, beige on tone, or tone on tone in whites or beige.  You can use any technique you choose to include applique', foundation paper piecing, traditional blocks, symbols, pictures.  Only stipuation...NO WORDS!  We want others to be able to guess the saying protrayed in the quilt. IMPORTANT:  The picture should fit into a 10" square.  Blocks will be due at the Feb 10th guild meeting.  

Columbus-Lowndes Public Library (CLPL) Quilting Day Program - Brenda Durett, Librarian at CLPL, has contacted Gwen S. regarding the next quilt day program.  She said the date for the next quilt day has been set for March 12, 2024.  This next year, in addition to traditional bed quilts, she would like to showcase other items made using quilting techniques such as handbags, totes, rugs, potholders, tree skirts, jackets, etc.  Please begin thinking of items you could include in the Quilt Day program.  It's a great opportunity for Possum Town Quilters to show what we do and peak the interest of potential new quilters in the community.  

PTQ Christmas Tree at Columbus Lowndes Public Library (CLPL) - Gwen S. invited everyone to help decorate the PTQ Christmas tree at the CLPL.  The 2023 decorating dates are Thurs, Dec 1 through Tues, Dec 6.  Looking for volunteers.

General Announcements

Pigeon Forge Quiltfest "Celebrations" Quilt Contest

Brenda C. stated we had received an invitation to participate in the Pigeon Forge Quiltfest quilt contest for 2024.  The theme will be "Celebrations".  We must have at least 5 participants. By a show of hands, it was agreed that we would like to participate.  Since Pigeon Forge Quiltfest is celebrating its 30th year, we decided to let the 30th anniversary be our common theme for celebrations..."Happy Birthday Quiltfest".  The color of a 30 year anniversary is green and a pearl is the symbol.  At least 20 percent of the quilt must be green and the size will be limited to 20" X 20".  The contest committee will select fabrics to be used as a common focal point on all entries.  Finished projects will be turned in at the PTQ meeting on Sat, Apr 13.

PTQ Christmas Social

Our annual Christmas Social is scheduled for Sat., Dec 2nd at 10:00 am at Flint Hill Church, 80 Old Honnoll Mill Road, Caledonia, MS.  Some may want to meet and drive caravan style to the church.  Bring a covered dish or appetizer for brunch and a handmade gift for the gift exchange.  We will say farewell to the current leadership and introduce the new officers for 2024.  Come enjoy the food and fellowship.

Program 

Pat H. was in charge of the program.  She showed several quilts made using printed panels.  She also presented a pictorial using her ipad giving many different ideas on how to use panels with various borders.

Show and Tell

Terry T. - National Parks Quilt

                                  

Gwen S. - Stove towels, crocheted dish towels

Rita W. - Bonnie Hunter 2023 Mystery "Chilhowie" (left)
Pat Sloan "Secret Lives of Color" SAL 2023

Pat H. - Sashed Hexies, Framed Nine Patches, 
Irish Chain

Brenda C. - Sudoku Quilt, Diagonal Illusion

Carol J. - Pumpkin quilts, "Time for Tea" quilt, 
"Childhood Memories" quilt

Tonya S. - Crocheted dog and lion

Gwen S. - Baby quilt and Jellyroll Race

Shannon J. - Jellyroll Race

Tonya S. - Jellyroll Race

Becky Graham (Visitor) - Collage Quilt

Judy S. - Panda Sweaters, Foxes from the 
Fancy Forest

Collage Art Participants from
Watana Cantrell's class
(l to r) Gwen S., Brenda C., Tonya S., Carol J.

Marilyn H. - "Bookcase" Quilt

August 2023 Meeting

Possum Town Quilters met for their regular monthly meeting on Saturday, August 12, 2023. The meeting opened with a welcome from guild president, Gwen Sisson.  There were 20 members in attendance and 1 visitor.  Minutes for the July meeting were approved as written on the blog on motion by Tonya S. with a second by Pat H.  The treasury report was given by Treasurer, Karen C.  The treasurers report was approved with a motion by Jennifer R. and seconded by Tonya S.  Marilyn H. provided door prizes for the meeting.

Old Business

Challenge (Rent) Quilt Report - Gwen S. reported that the binding on the challenge quilt, Moda Blockheads, has been completed and it is ready to donate to Columbus Arts Council.  Many thanks to Barb D., Terri H., and CC Coggins for donating their time to quilt it.  It turned out beautifully.  

Pillowcase Charity Update - The pillowcases made by the guild and recently donated to The Dream Center Golden Triangle "Bedz for Kids" charity were given away within 8 hours!  An anonymous donor provided a pillow for each pillowcase so they went complete and ready for a new child's bed.  Such a wonderful charity to be involved with. Thank you to all that participated.  

New Business

Nominating Committee Report - The nominating committee presented the proposed slate of officers for 2024.  Nominees are as follows:

President - Karen Cauley

Vice President - Brenda Crownover

Secretary - Rita Williams (year 2)

Treasurer - Judy Stokes

The list of proposed officers for 2024 was presented for a vote.  The officers were approved unanimously.  We thank all members of the nominating committee, Julia G., Shannon J., and Terri H., for making personal contacts and soliciting interest in each position.  Thank you to each nominee for stepping forward to serve a term.  It takes everyone pitching in to make PTQ a viable organization. 

Raffle Quilt Committee Report - Tonya S and Patti M. presented the idea for the next raffle challenge and it's going to be so much fun!  The theme will be "Words from the South".  The challenge will be to take a common southern saying and turning it into a quilt.  Can you imagine the fun?  Participants selected a saying and will design a block around the saying.  Blocks will measure 10 1/2" (10" finished").  Backgrounds should be neutral, either white, beige on tone, or tone on tone in whites or beige.  You can use any technique you choose to include applique', foundation paper piecing, traditional blocks, symbols, pictures.  Only stipuation...NO WORDS!  We want others to be able to guess the saying protrayed in the quilt. IMPORTANT:  The picture should fit into a 10" square.  Blocks will be due at the Feb 10th guild meeting.  Have fun everyone!  Thank you Patti and Tonya for brainstorming and coming up with such a creative and fun challenge.  

Columbus-Lowndes Public Library (CLPL) Quilting Day Program - Brenda Durett, Librarian at CLPL, has contacted Gwen S. regarding the next quilt day program.  She said the date for the next quilt day has been set for March 12, 2024.  This next year, in addition to traditional bed quilts, she would like to showcase other items made using quilting techniques such as handbags, totes, rugs, potholders, tree skirts, jackets, etc.  Please begin thinking of items you could include in the Quilt Day program.  It's a great opportunity for Possum Town Quilters to show what we do and peak the interest of potential new quilters in the community.  

General Announcements

MQA Fall Gathering 

MQA Fall Gathering will be held in Biloxi, MS, Oct 20-21 at Northside Assembly of God.  Complete information can be found in the MQA Newsletter . There will also be a Shop Hop at local quilt stores in the area beginning on Thursday, Oct 19th.  Please take advantage of this fabric "retail therapy" opportunity.  The vendors have worked together to make this a special treat for their MQA visitors.  

September Program Info - We are in for a fun time together at the September meeting.  In celebration of National Jellyroll Race on Sep 16th, we will be having our own jellyroll race.  Everyone should be a Christmas fabric jellyroll, portable sewing machines (in working condition) and sewing supplies.  Pizza will be provided by the guild.  

Program 

Brenda C. presented an interesting program on Half Square Rectangles.  She gave a very detailed demonstration on the construction process and several helpful tips

Show and Tell

CC Coggins - 

                                  

Pat H. - Cat Quilt Wallhanging

Shannon J. - Scrap Crazy Quilt

                                 

Brenda C. - Cathedral Window (Top)
Crown of Thorns I=(Bottom)

                                     

Lawana S. - Stack and Whack quilt
(shown by daughter, Shannon J.)

                                    

Gwen S. - Beautiful purses

Ina J. - Patriotic Quilt

                               

Julia G. - Coloring Art Quilt
made by her grandson,
Julius, 7 yrs old

                                        

Patti M. - "Sweet Dreams" SAL
by Pat Sloan

                               

Patti M. - 2022 Block of the Month
by Sherri McConnoll

                          

Amber S. - "Look Mom! No Curves"
FPP quilt (our visitor)

                            

Judy S. - Summer Breeze

                                                                                                                                            

Judy S. - "Square in a Square" quilt
made using Tula Pink
"Tiny Bee" fabric

                                     

Judy S. - Tula Pink Lady Bug
backing fabric

                            

Karen C. - Log Cabin quilt completed 
(started by Glenna Parker)

Karen C. - quilted cosmetic bag

 

Following Show and Tell, the meeting was adjourned for fellowship and a delicious meal of tailgate appetizers and desserts.