April 2023 Meeting

Possum Town Quilters met for their regular monthly meeting on Saturday, April 8, 2023. The meeting opened with a welcome from guild president, Gwen Sisson.  There were 19 members in attendance.  Minutes for the March meeting were approved as written on the blog on motion by Terri H. with a second by Tonya S.  The treasury report was given by Treasurer, Karen C. and approved and seconded as presented.  Marilyn H. provided door prizes for the meeting.

Old Business

Small Quilt Challenge - The Pigeon Forge "Water In Your World" small quilt challenge pieces were due today.  After the mini quilts were collected, they were photographed and will be mailed in time to meet the challenge deadline.

Guest Speaker/Teacher Update

Our guest speaker and teacher will be Dorinda Evans, a well known friend, quilter/teacher from the Jackson Quilt Guild. Dorinda is an award winning quilter and is as entertaining as she is talented.  Dorinda will treat us to a bed turning on Friday evening, May 12th in the Omnova Theater, 7:00 pm, in the Rosenzweig Arts Center.  Then on Saturday, May 13th, 9:30 am, she will teach a class for guild members.  More information on class details will follow. The class will be for PTQ members only. Members will be given 3 tickets each, one for themselves and 2 for guests.  The auditorium seats 85 and we would like it filled to capacity. 

New Business - 

Committee Reports 

Charity Quilts -  Kimberly S. reported that 81 pillowcases are ready to be donated to The Dream Center Golden Triangle in West Point, MS for their Bedz for Kidz program.  Thank you to all that participated in this worthwhile cause.  

We need 5 more blocks put together to have enough for the 16-patch quilt if anyone has time to work on them.  Sashing has been cut for this quilt and hopefully we can get the quilt top put together soon.

Pilgrimage Committee - Artisan Day will be held on Saturday, April 22nd.  Maple Street Quilters, which is primarily composed of PTQ members, will have a hand quilting demonstration that day.  Money received for participation in the event will go to Maple Street for purchase of batting and supplies.   

General Announcements - 

Remember to promote our local quilt shop, Magnolia Heirlooms.  Although no longer considered to be a new business, they are still trying to make people aware or their business.  We can help by sharing their FB link on our own FB pages.  They have several upcoming classes scheduled if you know of anyone that may be interested:

Serger Project Class:  Easy Zippered Bag - Apr 18, 5:30 pm

Spoonful of Sunshine:  Kimberbell 1-Day Virtual Event - Apr 22, 9:00 am

Easy Serger Pieced Quilt Class: Apr 29, 9:00 am

Summer Nights:  Kimberbell 1-Day Virtual Event - Jun 10, 9:00 am

Also, be sure to check out classes offered by Lady Bug Fabrics in Aberdeen, MS.

The Studio Art Quilt Association (SAQA) will host an exhibit at the Rosenzweig Arts Center Galley throughout the month of April.  Members Shannon J. and Julia G. are SAQA members also.  Please take time to enjoy the fabulous art work by our very talented MS fiber artists.  Below are just a few of the wonderful pieces on display.

MQA Summer Gathering News - Patti M., current MQA Education Director, reminded the Guild that the MQA Summer Gathering will be held in Raymond, MS, Jun 2-3.  The conference will be at Eagle Ridge Conference Center and there will be lodging provided for some on-sight.  Hotels are available nearby and all details regarding The Gathering can be found in the Common Threads newsletter.  There are 5 great classes to choose from so please take advantage of these great learning opportunities taught by some of MQA's finest teachers.  Registration opens on Apr 24th.  Jump on-line fast to secure a spot in your desired class as spaces are limited.  Full details can be found in The Common Thread newsletter at the link below:

https://www.mississippiquilt.org/newsletter

Program 

Raffle Quilt - We had a Sit and Sew to work on the Moda Block Heads quilt.  Members brought sewing machines and enjoyed working on this UFO together.  There is still a ways to go to completion but we made good progress.  The goal is to have this quilt completed to be given to the Columbus Arts Council in Aug.  They will raffle off the quilt to raise funds to support the various programs offered by the Arts Council. Many thanks to those able to stay and help out.  

Show and Tell

                                             Ruby J. - Vintage hand embroidered quilt of states

                                        found in a neighbors trunk.  Made by her neighbor's

                                           grandmother, Ruby took it apart to add sashing.

                                   Ina J. - "Kaleidoscope"                                         

 Stack and Whack Quilt

Julie M. - "Snowbird" pattern by Camille Roskelly

of Thimble Blossoms.  Fabric is Nantucket by Camille

Roskelly.  Julie made this quilt for her grandson.

                                                      Marilyn H. - Finished T-Shirt Quilt 

Following Show and Tell, the meeting was adjourned for fellowship and chicken strip plate lunch.