The Pine Needle Press Volume 35 Issue 8 Pine Tree Quilt Guild September 2018 A newsletter of the Pine Tree Quilt Guild of Nevada County, having taken root in the fabric of the Grass Valley community since 1984. Published monthly except August. 11255 Banner Mine Way, Nevada City 95959 www.pinetreequiltguild.com Anniversaries/ Birthdays Affiliates Calendar Community Service Haves N Wants Home Workshop Jamboree Meeting Dates Mystery Quilt Officers & Board 2018 Opportunity Quilt 2020 Photos Table of Contents President s Message Quilt Show 2018 Share & Care Treasurer s Report Board Meeting Minutes are on the PTQG Website September Meeting Rekindle Your Guild Friendships! Date: Tuesday, September 4th, 2018 Time: 6:30 PM Location: Grass Valley Charter School South Auburn, Grass Valley It s that time of year to enjoy cooler days.well, hopefully, and reconnect with friends we haven t seen over the summer. Join us at our next Guild meeting to see what s happened over the summer and how your friends have spent their time. Quiltapalooza September 5th See page 3 for details Congratulations to all members who won ribbons at the Nevada County Fair. Pictures of quilts entered can be seen in this month s newsletter. I apologize if your winning quilt isn t included.
The Pine Needle Press Page 2 SEPTEMBER PRESIDENT S MEETING Hello fellow quilters, I hope everyone had a great summer. I certainly did. So much so, that I m having trouble getting back into the Guild meeting schedule. I signed up for a quilting retreat the first week of September, not remembering it was the meeting week. So unfortunately I ll miss the meeting. But, I ll be thinking of you all! Lorna will run the meeting and I m sure will keep everyone laughing. We won t have a speaker or a workshop this month as unfortunately our speaker had to cancel. But, the Committee Service team will be putting on a Quiltapalooza on Sept 5 at the LDS church in Nevada City, where you can sit and sew with friends, and create quilts for the needy in our community. Have a great meeting on Tuesday September 4 at the Grass Valley Charter School and hopefully come and join the Quiltapalooza for at least a little while on September 5. Sophia Guild Meeting Dates September 2018 Meeting Location Day of Month & TIme September General Meeting Grass Valley Charter School First Tuesday, 6:30PM 4th Quiltapalooza LDS Church, Hollow Way, NC First Wednesday, 9-5 5th PTQG Board Meeting Eskaton Village, 49er Room, GV 2nd Thursday, at 3:00pm 13th Newsletter Deadline sierrasue@icloud.com Saturday after Board Meeting 15th Community Service Nevada County Historical Society 161 Nevada City Hwy, Nevada City 3rd Thursday, 9:00-3:00 20th Home Workshop LDS Church, Hollow Way, NC 4th Thursday, 9:00-3:00 27th Quilt Show Board Mtg. Eskaton, 49er Room, Grass Valley 3rd Tuesday, 1:00PM 18th
The Pine Needle Press Page 3 From the Editor: Many thanks to Holly Miner and Kris Cook who made sure the newsletter was published while I had carpal tunnel issues and surgery. I appreciate all they did. Thanks, also, to all of you who sent good wishes on my recovery and sympathy on the death of my sister. I was touched by the kind words, cards and flowers. Your support is definitely better than any therapy! Thanks again Sue Miller Community Service QUILTAPALOOZA... A MODERN SEWING BEE OF SERVICE AND SOCIALIZING WITH FRIENDS DOING WHAT YOU LOVE TO DO! BRING YOUR MACHINE TO SEW AND/OR YOUR ENERGY TO HELP WITH NON SEWING TASKS WHILE HELPING YOUR NEVADA COUNTY NEIGHBORS! We never know where the need will be in our county... locally, North San Juan, Truckee, or other areas within the county... or when that need will strike - could your home or family be next? WHAT: A Pine Tree Quilt Guild sponsored committee sewing for county residents who need a helping hand -- those who have lost their homes to fire or other disaster AND individuals and families in crisis -- Domestic Violence, Adult and Child Protective Services, CASA, Foster Youth, Homeless, and more. WHEN: Wednesday, 05 September 2018 and 03 October 2018 WHERE: LDS Church, Hollow Way, Nevada City (off the Gold Flat exit) TIME: 9:00-5:00, clean up 5:00-5:30. Choose the time that works for you -- an hour, portion of the day, or the entire day! RSVP: Sign up by contacting Pavana, Nancy, or Marjorie - Indicate what time you will be attending so that we have adequate sewing space PROVIDED: Kits for tops, quilt sandwiches to quilt, and quilts to bind, and a few UFO's. All supplies -- cutting mats, rulers, rotary cutters, thread, extension cords, irons and boards, etc. If you prefer, bring your own fabric and pattern or come by CS before and select fabric and use your pattern or ours. We have four sewing machines available - let us know if you need one. ENERGY BOOSTERS AVAILABE: Sweets, savories, water, fruit, and more. Community Service has been helping Nevada County families since the Guild was formed. We were there to help families involved in the devastating 49'er and Trauner Fires which involved Tyler Foot Road and HIghway 49, Lake Wildwood and Big Oak Valley, Highway 49, Rough and Ready, and Newtown Road. We also helped families who lost their homes in Hurricane Katrina, Dr. Sarah with her missionary work, and the disastrous Weed Fire.
The Pine Needle Press Page 4 Commuunity Service Continued. THE COMMUNITY WE SUPPORT - PLEASE NOTIFY US of other agencies or individuals. Debbie McDonald, Utah s Place, sent this photograph of the quilts used in the dining room this past February when they provided an extra 20 beds. See photo at right. CHILDREN and FAMILIES served by CASA, CPS, and Domestic Violence. JUVENILE to TWIN size are needed. FIRE LOSS community members who have lost their homes to fire or other causes. We need every size baby to queen/king for families. Graduating FOSTER YOUTH Each year we provide up to ten TWIN size to help these students make their way as they graduate high school and leave the foster care system. In May we supported six Foster Youth and two students at Earle Jamieson High School when they graduated. The students received quilts, pillows, pillowcases, and tote bags useful for carrying laundry, books, or groceries to prepare them as they go out on their own. HOME BOUND SENIORS Nevada County Adult Protective Services works to keep seniors at home and out of convalescent care. We try to give 10 LAP quilts each month. HOSPITALITY HOUSE clients are enrolled in training programs and moving out into their own housing. We try to give 10 TWIN quilts each m5onth. We have kits available or you may select fabrics from our stash that interest you; use your favorite pattern or select from our collection. Quilts are also ready for quilting and binding. Quilting a CS quilt is a great opportunity to hone your machine quilting skills and need not be fancy stitch in the ditch, meander, or sew wavy lines top to bottom, side to side, corner to corner. Help is always needed to sort donations, make kits, prepare quilt tops and sandwiches, attach labels, sew up backs, and prepare quilts for the agencies to pick up. Anyone can participate members and non-members bring a friend! Come for an hour, half day, or all day. We meet 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m., third Thursday of each month. Want to help but cannot attend CS Thursday or a Guild meeting? Contact Marjorie, Nancy, or Pavana, for other arrangements. 2018 CS DAYS September 20 October 18 November 15 December NO CS LOCATION: The Nevada County Historical Society building, across from the CDF/Cal-Fire Department, Earle Jamieson High School, and next to Sierra Presbyterian Church. Take the Gold Flat exit, and go towards Ridge Road. At the stop sign, turn left. At the next stop sign, turn left again into the parking lot, then go to the back of the building. ALTERNATE DIRECTIONS: Exit the freeway at Brunswick and turn as if going to the Fowler Center/B&C/SaveMart. Stay on East Main Street (Old Nevada City Highway) through the stoplight, through the first stop sign. At the second stop sign, turn right into the parking lot, go to the back of the building! Ready to Quilt We look forward to seeing you, Marjorie, Nancy, and Pavana 2018 CS DAYS 9:00 3:00 September 20 October 18 November 15 December: NO CS
The Pine Needle Press Page 5 Share and Care Do you know someone in the Guild who is under the weather and can use some cheering? Whether it is an illness, surgery, or loss of a loved one, please let Mary Ross know so she can send an appropriate card. Thanks.Mary Ross Share and Care Chairperson (see roster for Mary s phone & email) Hey all you mysterious quilters! Remember to bring your quilt to do yet another group showing at guild this month! It's always fun to see the different interpretations! Also, I may have clues available for the all new mystery, but it will depend on if they arrive on time. If you want to participate in the new Mystery Quilt Challenge, it will be $5.50 to cover printing costs. See you at the September meeting! OPPORTUNITY QUILT It's only August, and already I have 7 Opportunity Quilt blocks back! They look amazing on their own, and together-wow! I think you will be happy with the results! If you have finished yours, bring it to the September meeting where we can admire your handy work, otherwise there is still plenty of time to finish up your blocks before the November meeting! Also, I still have three packets left if you want to help out! Feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns! Frances OBrien Coming Events September 22 Harvest Quilt & Fiber Arts 17000 Monterey Rd Morgan Hill October 20-21 Ridge Quilters info at: http:// www.ridgequiltersguild.org/ Frances O Brien
The Pine Needle Press Page 6 June-July Treasurer s Reports Pine Tree Quilt Guild Treasurer's Report for June 2018 Checking Beginning 6/1/18 $24,489.77 Balance Deposits $1,847.37 Checks & Payments -$3,848.49 Checking Ending Balance 6/30/18 $22,488.65 Savings $30,509.93 Quilt Show Balance $15,041.76 Total Cash 6/30/18 $68,040.34 Pine Tree Quilt Guild Treasurer's Report for July 2018 Checking Beginning Balance 7/1/18 $22,488.65 Deposits $56.06 Checks & Payments -$1,472.93 Checking Ending Balance 7/31/18 $21,071.78 Savings $30,511.48 Quilt Show Balance $14,103.20 Total Cash 7/31/18 $65,686.46 HELP! HELP! HELP! HELP! I have enjoyed acting as the Mystery Gift Chairperson, but I need help selling tickets. You need to arrive a half hour before the meeting begins, and you are done after the break. Please let me know if you can help at the Sept., Oct. or Nov. meeting. Kathy Biggi See Roster for contact information Type to enter text
The Pine Needle Press Page 7 Patchwork Star for September 2018 Michelle Gaudinier Father, Father Come and see Pony See Tom ride Tom can ride Pony Tis a fitting excerpt from yesteryear's classic reader, framed and displayed prominently, evoking bygone days and a happy heart. Boldly stating, I love bringing back the past, Michelle bought her first antique at age 18 a Hoosier cabinet! A carefully appointed shadow box displays Mom's sewing notions. A circa 1920's Singer with velvet covering are juxtaposed with her modern serger and a modest Bernina. Michelle's traditional quilts are often nicely completed by Star Designs longarm quilting. Touches of whimsy and storybook characters are reflected in a time-honored patina of reds and blues, with a generous sprinkling of soft petal pinks. Intimate nooks and themed vignettes bespeak an unhurried softness. There's even an antique crib in her granddaughter's favorite guest room, ready for occupation. Michelle is always on the prowl for depression themes, 30's reproduction prints and American Jane motifs. Bouncing playfully from their cages in the front office, Daisy the bulldog and Scooter the Westie greet us with pent up energy. This duo has the run of the house, always hoping for a tasty treat. Husband Bill and Grandson Conor and Granddaughter Ellie spend a lot of time in the pool. A big yard is ideal for summer barbeques, music and entertaining. A screened sun room dressed in nostalgic Americana gives views to a well-manicured lawn. In wintertime Michelle and Bill host indoors. With a large living space and newly remodeled kitchen, antique furniture is kid and dog friendly. A glittering and formidable chandelier from Europe greets guests in the dining room. Quilts are strewn about and available for people or animals to cuddle in. Michelle works on two projects at a time where nothing in her studio arena is out of place. Quilts are homespun and traditionally simple, packing a lot of punch. Formerly a teacher and elementary school principal, she has had little time to delve deeply. But, on the horizon a unique style has emerged. There is much depth to her journey. Even hand applique is in the offering. Michelle's 80 year old Victorian home, like a dreamy lullabye, evokes serenity that is intimate and sublime. Coming from fast-paced Brentwood, Ca. She says, I wanted to find an old house in an old town. Aren't we lucky she did?! Jeanie Ferguson Patchwork Star Reporter
The Pine Needle Press Page 8 Quilt Show News We know it seems like only yesterday that the 2018 Quilt Show occurred, but already there have been meetings to begin planning the 2019 Show. While many of the committees have been staffed with one coordinator, there are still openings where help is needed. We will be calling, but hope that you will step forward before we have to start begging. Come to the September meeting to hear what is being planned so far. The first two meetings for the Quilt Show Committee are scheduled for Tuesday, 1:00 PM, September 18th Location: 49er Room, Eskaton Tuesday, 1:00 PM, October 23rd Location: 49er Room, Eskaton Thanks, The Quilt Show 5 Kris Cook, Sophia Day, Susie Hardy, Sue Miller and Mary Serpa Call any of us for questions. Contact information is in the roster. Home Workshop Home Workshop offers Guild members the opportunity to come together, learn new skills and get to know other members of the Guild. Karle DeProsse will be teaching Freezer Paper Piecing this month. Did you take a block for our 2020 Opportunity Quilt? Now s your chance to refine your paper piecing technique. Join us on September 27 9:00 to 3:00 LDS Church Hall October 25th Sophia Day Making a Purse November and December No Workshops Bonnie and Teresa are looking for instructors for next year. Let them know if you have something to share.
The Pine Needle Press Page 9 JAMBOREE When: October 27, 2018 from 9AM to 3:30PM Where: Peace Lutheran Church, Grass Valley. Bring your lunch. What: The guild offers classes as a thank you for all the work you have contributed during the year. Teachers: Pat Nelson - Machine Wizardry Different ways to create decorative stitching with basic feet. Cathy Stone - Machine Quilting Kris Cook - Diamond Magic Pieced pattern using squares-a wonderful place to use ombres. Robi Holmen - Fractured Florals Four repeats of a panel or floral. Cut and explode and sew back together. We are taking sign-ups now, and currently there is space in all of the classes. They are filling up, so if you want to attend please contact Frances. You will receive your supply lists in the fall. The Bent Needle Devas: Lois Hodges, Mary Serpa, Frances O Brien, and Susie Hardy. (Contact information can be found in the PTQG Roster.) Celebrate Good Times! Happy Birthday 3 Bev Sarchett 7 Kathleen McLendon 10 Rena Wittkopf 11 Carol Riddles 12 Marilyn Engelking 13 Cora Hughes 14 Myrna Raglin 15 Jean Marie McDonald 17 Kelly Casey 17 Marcia Lyon 21 Elly Stickney 24 Pavana Bohegian 25 Naomi Cook 30 Deirdre Campbell Happy Anniversary! 2 Donna & Al Switzer 8 Julie & Scott Berry 10 Karen & Bill Mitchell 11 Myrna & Gordon Lindholm 11 Louise & David Bock 12 Michele & William Gaudinier 19 Millie & Roger Folda 20 Anne & Bill Wilson 21 Dolly & Richard Melim 26 Judy & Herb Speller 27 Carolie & Bob Brenan 27 Sandy & Skip Turner 30 Ann Marie & Bud Curtis 30 Frances & Tim O Brien
The Pine Needle Press Page 10 Type to enter text Type to enter text Haves n Wants For Sale 8' Gammill longarm/machine and table. Marie Barth 1948mrb@gmail.com Please patronize our Affiliates. They support the Guild. Thank you to all of our Affiliates. Ben Franklin Crafts & Frames 598 Sutton Way, GV 273-1348 bfcrafts@pacbell.net Christine Barnes Designs 208 Hill St. GV 273-3970 cebarnes@sbcglobal.net Designs by Heidi P.O. Box 208, Cedar Ridge 273-8067 hmemmett@gmail.com Fat Lady Singing 14392 Lake Wildwood, PV 432-1646 fatlady@comcast.net Howell s Sewing and Vacuum 13555 Bowman Rd. Auburn 885-9624 coolmarylynn@att.net Needle & Foot Fine Fabrics 16300 Gibboney Ln. GV 210-3665 NeedleandFoot@gmail.com Precision Quiltworks 18251 Starduster Dr. NC 432-9595 precisionqw@hotmail.com Sandra Bruce Creative Longarm 116 W. Main St. GV 210-9748 or 477-1909 sandrabruce@pacbell.net Star Designs Longarm Quilting 10290 Shekinah Hill Rd. NC 277-4327 star.designs@hotmail.com Sugar Pine Quilt Shop 452-A S. Auburn St GV 272-5308 sugarpinequilt@gmail.com Sun Forest Quilts 13745 Sun Forest Dr. PV 432-9461 bbceresa@yahoo.com Susie Hardy Designs 219 Drummond, NC 478-0223 susiehardy@comcast.net
The Pine Needle Press Page 11 EXECUTIVE BOARD President Vice President Secretary Treasurer COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS Binders Community Service/Drop In Computer Records Education Outreach Equipment Finance/Audit/Budget Guild Challenge Historian Holiday Program Holiday Challenge Home Workshop Hospitality/Mentor Jamboree July Picnic Junior Quilters Library March Mixer Meeting Set Up Membership Mini Groups Mystery Gift Mystery Quilt Newsletter Opportunity Quilt 2019 Opportunity Quilt 2019 Marketer Patchwork Star Programs/NCQC Publicity Quarter Yard Club Quilt Show Quilt Show Co-Chair Speaker Workshops Scholarship Share and Care Show and Tell Treasure Table Web Liaison Sophia Day Lorna Straka Nancy Holtz Holly Miner on hiatus Marjorie McConnell. Nancy Holtz Ardy Tobin Michele Mary Serpa/ Tamara Cook Karle DeProsse Lois Hodges OPEN Frances O Brien Theresa Finn/ Bonnie Lattin-Hensel Susie Hardy Bent Needle Divas Mary Serpa OPEN on hiatus Lorna Straka The Cook Family Marta Price Anne Wilson Kathy Biggi / Lorna Straka Frances O'Brien Sue Miller Mary Serpa Diane Klose Jeanie Ferguson Raedean Kidwell Teresa Finn Jane Dunnington / Lori Jacobi Barbara Ceresa Constance Clover Margaret Vodicka Judy Hamilton Mary Ross Ruth Bertaccini / Sew Happy Pavana Bohegian Ardy Tobin Help! Help! Opportunity Quilt Showings Schedule There are several showings of the opportunity quilt scheduled for which I would appreciate your help: Thursday, September 6th, Annie's Star Quilt Guild in Chico. Meeting begins at 7 p.m. Monday, September 10th, Sierra Quilt Guild of Tuolumne County in Sonora. Meeting begins at 7 p.m. Friday through Sunday, September 21st-23rd, Draft Horse Classic. I will have sign ups at the September general meeting. Monday, October 8th, Foothill Quilt Guild in Auburn. Meeting begins at 7 p.m. Tuesday, October 16th, Paradise Quilt Guild in Paradise. Meeting begins at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 13th, Sun City Lincoln Hills Needle Arts in Lincoln. Meeting begins at 1 p.m. Thursday, November 15th, Golden Valley Quilt Guild in Citrus Heights. Meeting begins at 7 p.m. Tuesday, November 20th, Folsom Quilt Guild in Folsom. Meeting begins at 7 p.m. Please remember that this opportunity quilt is a fund raiser for our guild. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Please call or text (530-401-2578) or email me with how your can help with which showing. Thanks, Diane Klose Opportunity Quilt Marketing Help! Help!
Our next meeting is October 2nd, 6:30PM Grass Valley Charter School, S. Auburn Rd., Grass Valley PTQG Information The Pine Tree Quilt Guild of Nevada County Send address changes and corrections to: Submit newsletter articles to: PTQG Computer Records Sue Miller, PTQG Newsletter Editor P.O. Box 3133, Grass Valley, CA 95945 sierrasue@icloud.com or contact Computer Records 11255 Banner Mine Way Ardy, 575-8433 Nevada City, CA 95959 530-263-0805 Mail membership forms and dues to: PTQG Membership Newsletter Deadline: 5:00 p.m. the Saturday P.O.Box 3133 immediately following the PTQ Guild s Board Grass Valley, CA 95945 Meeting on the second Thursday of the month