May 10, 2025 Meeting

We started the meeting with a Demo from Marilyn Wilson on the Antelope Canyon Quilt that she will be giving a class on at the end of the month, May 31st. She recommends after we purchase the pattern, that we make a working copy of it, create labels for the strip cuts, and cut and label the strips before class. She also showed us several wonderful examples of these quilts. 

Then Marilyn shared with us her latest project of a Train panel quilt...just stunning!

To Purchase the pattern you can google "Antelope Canyon Quilt Pattern" and it will pull up various places you can purchase it from. Here are a few that I found:

Amazon: https://a.co/d/akJkxUN

Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1205667682/dit-dot-evolution-antelope-canyon?gpla=1&gao=1&&utm_source=connexity&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping_us_bing&utm_content=17468981622690355562913821109008005

Walmart: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Laurie-Shifrin-Designs-Antelope-Canyon-New-Colorway-in-DIT-DOT-Evolution-Pattern/497439788?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=11411&selectedOfferId=EA67EBF64A8F4B70BCDF049CFE2F07CB&conditionGroupCode=1&adid=222222222221471715644_10000011781_1144593359422999_pla&wmlspartner=wmtlabs&wl0=e&wl1=o&wl2=c&wl3=71537241964891&wl4=pla-4575136626795595&wl5=&wl6=&wl7=&wl10=Walmart&wl11=Online&wl12=497439788_10000011781&wl14=Antelope+Canyon+Quilt+Pattern&veh=sem&msclkid=d6603f23a06b1f7f5a9c573c2cadaa28&gclid=d6603f23a06b1f7f5a9c573c2cadaa28&gclsrc=3p.ds&sid=eac191fa-9065-4ce5-9adc-b7596bf36e48

Terry Turnage asked for help with MQA in Winona on October 3-4. They need fabric for centerpieces for 20 tables and teachers for demos that are about 10 mins in length. Contact her for more information.

After this we began our meeting.

Marilyn and Judy motioned and seconded to accept the minutes as posted on the Blog. 

Judy gave treasurers report. Watana and Carol motioned and seconded to accept it as read.

Door prize winners this meeting were: Ruby, Lawana, Brenda, and Amber.

Recap of Artisan Day quilting was discussed say it went well with several popping in and out throughout the day to quilt.

Maple Street quilters are still looking for home base to do their quilting if you hear of any place they can meet, let them know.

Next year the Library wants to do patriotic quilts for the March/April display, so if you have any quilts that are patriotic that you wouldn't mind sharing for them to display be sure to make notes to do so for next year. We are also still in need of someone willing to head up the QOV presentation at the library for next year, so if you want to volunteer please speak up.

May 31st we will have our Antelope Canyon quilt class- lunch will be provided.

June 6-7 MQA will be in Raymond MS - Wednesday, May 14th, is the deadline to register so make sure you get in there if you plan to go.

June meeting will be on 14th with a short meeting followed by a sew day from 9:30 - 2. Lunch will be provided.

Judy asked if the guild would be ok with PTQ purchasing a PTQ t-shirt for all in the guild and a few extras for any new members who would join in the future. Judy made the motion and Molly seconded it, all were in favor. Judy will suggest some colors and come up with design for the back. Anyone who wants to have multiple shirts can add to the order, but will need to pay for the extras.

Show and Tell:

Tonya - Cinderella Stone

Tonya -  Flintstone House

Watana - Orange Peel

Watana - Split 9- Patch

Watana - Blueberries and Key Lime Pie

Watana - Stack a Posy on point

Watana - One Seam Block

Watana - Applique Mystery quilt

Karen - Shattered

Brenda C. - Carousel

Brenda C. - Half-Square Triangles

Pat - Hunters Star

Ruby - "Momma's Quilt"

April 5, 2025 Meeting

Meeting was called to order by Karen.

Minutes were accepted as posted by motion from Marilyn and second by Judy.

Treasurer report was read by Judy and accepted as read with motion by Shannon and second by Karen.

Library program from March 18th had a good turn out of PTQ members. Way to go PTQ!

Southern Sayings quilt top is complete, Watana is to quilt it for us upon her return.

Artisan Day will be next Saturday (12th) and Maple Street Quilters will be there with hand quilting a quilt, all are free to join them throughout the day or for the whole day.  

Maple Street still does not have a location where they can leave their set up from each session, so if anyone has any recommendations of a place they can meet please contact Karen or Judy.

Kealy Shields from WCBI would like to do a sunrise interview for their program. She just found out about us this year from the quilts on display at the library. I contacted her and she would like for one to two quilters to come on the sunrise show at 8:30 and again at 9 to do a conversational type interview speaking about PTQ, what we do, projects we have worked on, and maybe different techniques we have used. If any can be available for this, it would be a great way to let people know we exist. If her times available don't conflict I may could be one, but would feel more comfortable if I had another to come with me. So reach out if you are willing.

Next year (2026) the library would like to have patriotic quilts for the 250th celebration year. If you have any and would like to share please let us know, if not maybe this could be the year we get one done.  

We would like to do a QOV presentation(s) for next year as well, but need someone to head up this portion -- Judy nominated Ina.

Karen shared the PTQ QOV that the group worked on. We need to make a choice for the backing fabric for it and we decided it could be one that we present to a veteran next year.

If you haven't checked out Elayne Goodman's display at MUW be sure to go while you can. It is very extraordinary work and is in Summer Hall on MUW campus.

We are still in need of a National Teacher Procurer. Patti is to look into getting Joncie Smith possibly. Other options spoken of was Karen Arzamendi or Naomi Perry maybe coming to give a us a class.

May 10th we will have a demo by Marilyn Wilson on the Antelope Canyon quilt. She is bringing some examples for us to see. Then we have scheduled a sew day for it on May 31st, lunch will be provided that day.

Door prizes were drawn throughout the meeting and Beth, Karen, Shannon, and Lawana won.

Show and Tell

Carol - Bargello - Barjelly Kate

Carol - Featherweight Cover

Carol - Missouri Star - Vintage Daisy

Beth - Old Town - Her 1st Bonnie Hunter Quilt

Karen - Bonnie Hunter Silk Path in 2.5" - Silver Crossroads

Karen - Wheel of Mystery by Klaudeen Hansen

Tonya - Barjello - Barjelly Jake

Tonya - Flintstone Block

If any want to and haven't turned in one yet, you are still welcome to turn in a bucket list. This bucket list is a list of a project/technique/kit that you have wanted to try, but have not got around to it.

Meeting was dismissed and sew time commenced along with lunch. 

Bargello Class March 29, 2025

 Terrific turnout for our Bargello class today taught by Judy. Thank you Judy! All the progress that was made looks amazing! Can't wait to see the finished product of these talented ladies!

March 8, 2025 Meeting

Meeting was called to order.

Carol and Ina motioned and seconded the February minutes be accepted as posted on blog.

Judy updated on the January & February treasurer report. Shannon and Brenda C. motioned and seconded to accept them as read.

For Old Business:

March 18th will be the Quilt of Valor Library program at 11-1 pm. It was asked for a volunteer who will lead this program and Brenda C. said she would check with Gwen's availability.

Raffle quilt top is complete and Watana is lined up to quilt it for us.

For New Business:

Maple Street has to find a new location to meet and are in need of somewhere to store their fabric. Several are checking out possible venues, but they would appreciate any ideas for possible places to move to. If you have any suggestions please contact Judy, Shannon, or Brenda C.

Artisan Day will be April 12th. Maple Street will be there hand-quilting, so be sure to drop by or stay and try out hand-quilting with these experienced ladies.

Because of Artisan day being on our usual meeting day we will have a brief meeting and sew day on April 5th. Lunch will be provided.

Bargello Class will be held on March 29th with Judy teaching the class. It will only be for those taking the class and you will need to purchase a copy of one of the books that will be posted further down. Lunch will be provided and Ina and Brenda C offered to bring a dessert for it.

We are in search for a national teacher for next year. Patti is planning on checking with Joncie Smith for a proposal of class possibilities and dates.

Patti informed us that the June gathering will be a fun 2 day event this year (Friday and Saturday). There will be classes and fun sewing for all.

Show and Tell:

Ebba - French Braid

Ebba - Loud

Ebba - For a Redhead

Ebba - For a Brunette

Julia - Purple Ocean theme - Ocean Waves

Julia - Tree of Life for Emma Jane

Cece - Maple Street Log Cabin

Pat - Jenny Doan's Opposites Attract

Brenda C. PTQ 2024 BOM

Tonya - Flintstone Blocks

Elayne announced that from March 18th through April 3rd there will be a (free to the public) art show at from 8-4 in Summer Hall on MUW campus. She shared a cute "poem" that went with a picture of a quilter hanging there.

2 door prizes were drawn today: CeCe won the first one and Brenda C. won the second one.

DEMO by Judy:

Judy demoed the class she will be teaching on March 29th. There are two book options for you to choose from if you wish to participate. You must have at least one to participate as you will choose your pattern from these. 

If you are wanting a smaller version the Braided Bargello Quilts is the way to go. Both are Available on Amazon and here is the link to them if you need it:

Braided Bargello Quilts ($18.60 plus tax as of March 8, 2025): https://a.co/d/fRCpFMP

Bargello Quilts in Motion ($19.95 plus tax as of March 8, 2025): https://a.co/d/64IunVr

Judy recommended strongly that we read through the introduction of the book and all the information for the pattern you choose.

You will need a gradual gradient of colors in your fabric choices, the book will tell you how many sets, etc... here is an example of how the strip sets will go together.

You will cut 2.5" strips of fabric to make your strip sets (one of each set that your pattern requires) and have them made before class if possible.

You will need to make a fabric number chart for the fabric you choose and keep your seam allowance consistent throughout your sewing. 

For the class, be sure to bring the following:

                Ziploc Bags (3-5)

                Seam Ripper

                Scissors

                Rotary cutter and cutting mat

                Sewing Machine   

                Thread

                Strip Sets

                Bargello book

                Fabric # Chart

                Printed color copy of your pattern from the book

Examples of Bargello Quilts and Judy demoing: