Members are meeting the 150 quilt challenge

A beautiful spring day brought out many members for the monthly meeting, which was held April 7 in the craft room of the Don Ross Centre.

A lot of interest has been shown for the “quilt challenge.” The guild has been asked by one of its members, to produce 150 quilts in honour of Canada’s 150th anniversary. At this meeting about 20 quilts were presented by various members. This total has been added to the 35 quilts already made. What a wonderful challenge. Way to go, ladies. These quilts will be donated as needed. At this rate the goal should certainly be reached by the end of December.

Classes have been given and continue to be added. In February, a day was  put aside for those interested in the “Hunter Star” design. In April, a class will be available for those interested in the two-color “Bargello” design quilt. In May, the “Attic Window” design will be available.

Members have been asked to bring two quilted articles for the trunk show in conjunction with our wind-up supper Thursday, May 25.

Elections were held for the upcoming year. The new executive is: president - Leslie McFarlane; secretary - Irene Sack; treasurer - Lyn Tarr.

The guild would like to thank the out-going executive for the exemplary job they did for us.

The accompanying pictures will show the desire to which fellow quilters go to enhance their work. There is so much talent in our group and they are so willing to share their knowledge.

Come and join us at 1 p.m. the first Friday of the month from September to May.