October President’s Letter
Dear Friends,
We were invited (last minute) to participate in the Fishers Farmers Market “Club Day” on September 21st. With lots of member help (and the loan of a canopy from Allyn Baker), we set up a table with quilts, tables, and chairs from the storeroom (thanks, Diane Dimpfl!). Melissa Schulman brought a wagon to help set up and teardown – and lug the bags of salt needed to “tether” the canopy. It was fun to hang out with Teresa Barnes, Judy MacDonald, Helene
October Community Sewing Bee is Cancelled
10/21 Charity Sew-in is cancelled due to a conflict booking for Suite 160. The store room will be open 9:30 to 3 so you can turn your quilts, mug rugs and you can shop. If you want to help with mug rugs, we can sew at the work tables in the store room (bring extension cords). Sorry for this change.
Quilt Show Volunteers Needed
First:
We need 3 to 5 additional Volunteers to help Val B. at the Mudsock Quilt Show with setting up the 6- and 8-foot tables and chairs in the church lobby, to also assist vendors with set-up before the Quilt Show 8 AM on November 9th.
Second:
We need 5 to 6 additional Volunteers to help Val B. at the Mudsock Quilt Show with replacing the 6- and 8- foot tables and chairs to the correct place at Cornerstone church and to also assist vendors with packing and carrying
October Meet & Greet
The October Meet & Greet, originally scheduled to take place at Barbara N.’s house on October 4th, has been canceled. Please check the calendar and Facebook for other opportunities to meet one another, as well as ways you may become involved and get to know our guild members.
September Speaker-JoAnn Burke
JoAnn Burke from Accomplish Quilting joined us on Monday to discuss long arm quilting, thread and batting. What an informative session it was. She touched on thread weight and when to use them effectively for your quilting.
Then we got to the good part, she shared a trunk show of the quilts AQ has quilted for customers of the Indiana location.
Thank you JoAnn for a wonderful discussion about all things quilty.
September President’s Letter
Dear Friends,
A few of us spent 2 hours re-folding Vicki S’s quilts at her husband’s request. (Vicki was a beloved member who passed away last year.) There were well over 100 quilts some with deep personal meaning. We could see Vicki’s journey as a quilter as we laid out each quilt and carefully folded it on the bias to prevent permanent creases. Obviously, she was a prolific and very talented quilter and we talked with Bob as we oohed and aahed over each beautiful piece of work.
Board Meeting Date Change!
The board meeting scheduled for September 6 has been rescheduled to August 30th.
All members are welcome to attend. Click this link for further details.
August President’s Letter
Dear Friends,
I hope you all had as much fun quilting as I did in July! The week ended with “Mary Camp,” where a young cousin comes and stays with us for a week. We focus on new experiences and learning new skills. This year, she learned to make Mudslides and Rose Sangria – no alcohol for her, of course – but yummy for me! She also wanted to make a quilt, and we used a 3-yard pattern that was perfect for a beginner. She sewed every stitch, and the binding went together on
No-Sew Fabric Pumpkins
On September 14 Dianne D. has graciously offered to host an open house (including treats) to teach us the art of making a No-Sew Fabric Pumpkin just in time for Fall. This should be a really fun class, and you will have a beautiful fall decoration to display in your home!
Click the link for more details and to register for this class.
Brickyard 400!!! Let’s go racing gals!
The racers of Mudsock Quilters Guild were at it again. This time they gather in July to run the Brickyard 400 at the new Indianapolis speedway at Community North Health Pavilion. They were in their seats and ready to start racing at 9:00 am. This year we used the Bricks Pattern for our quilt tops. This versatile pattern can create many different looks by the placement of your fabrics.
From left: Former racer “Mark Martin”, aka Chris B was the announcer for this year’s race, former driver Dale
August Program
Our August full-day workshop on Tuesday, August 13th, 9:00 am-3:30 pm, is presented by Jennifer Fulton, The Inquiring Quilter. Students will learn her techniques for making Square in Square blocks and Quarter Square Triangles. Color options will be discussed, as will the unusual quilt assembly. Those signed up will get a coupon code to purchase the pattern for $9.00! Call or text Marsha C. (see members’ tab to find Marsha’s information) to register and get the
Members Meet & Greet
We love getting to know one another! The third Mudsock Quilters’ Meet & Greet is on Friday, July 26th at Allynn B.’s home. Please call or text Mary Ann Yedinak (on the website) by Monday if you’d like to attend but did not sign up at the meeting.
July President’s Letter
Dear Friends,
Our Challenge projects will be revealed at the next
meeting. Can’t wait to see what everyone
who is participating did with black and white and their challenge crayons! Can you find your crayon? Mine is in such a safe place…..
Lots of quilty activities are available in July! Brickyard Bricks Sewing Bee is taking place
on Monday the 15th at Community Health Pavilion in lieu of Charity
Sewing. My loyal Pfaff is going to
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June Meeting
Our June presentation was given by Nancy Rolfsema of Quilting with Nancy. We were ooohd and aaahd by her beautiful New York Beauty quilts.
We all had a blast at the workshop Nancy hosted the following day on paper piecing the New York Beauty.
Wanda F finished her quilt from May 2021 BOM
Sharon F collected fabrics on her trip to Alaska.
Sandy M has this beautiful Irish Chain with BOM blocks.
Sandy M uses Camo material for a Quilt of Valor.
Pat O is donating this
Secret Santa Sister 2024
It’s that time again! Secret Santa Sister is getting ready to launch. Pick up a form, or down load from FaceBook, or here on the website under forms, to fill out. Return the form to Amanda S so you can be sign up to receive your Secret Sister’s name. Drawing for names will be at the August Meeting. If you cannot attend a name will be drawn for you and Amanda will let you know who your Sister is.
June Guest Speaker
Nancy Roelfsema
Nancy Started Sewing At A Very Young Age. She Has Been Teaching The Art Of Quilt Making For Over 30 Years. Nancy’s YouTube Channel “OnPoint-TV” Started 2023 With Over 61,000 Subscribers And Almost 400 Videos.
Her entertaining teaching style is great for both simple and advanced techniques. Topics include efficient and accurate rotary cutting, traditional and modern piecing techniques, machine and hand quilting, applique, and more.
Nancy recently has incorporated her own monoprinted
June Meeting Location Change
The monthly guild meeting will be held on June 10th at the Delaware Township Community Center. For the opportunity to use this facility, they have asked that in addition to the $1 donation, they ask that you consider donating the following to their community food bank.
Here’s a list of items that they are particularly needing:
-shampoo
-razors
-toothpaste, toothbrushes
-rice
-peanut butter
-jelly
-baby wipes
-baking mixes
-pasta sauce
-applesauce
-canned
President’s Letter for June
Dear Friends,
Our June meeting will take place at Delaware Township Center. As I mentioned at our May meeting, Cornerstone Lutheran will be having Vacation Bible Camp – so unless you want to volunteer at their event, please come to Delaware Township Center.
I’m excited about our program for the meeting and I also signed up for the Workshop on Tuesday. Maybe I’ll get some ideas for the July challenge…
Did you get a crayon? I got metallic gold and I did find some fabric but still
Quilt Challenge 2024
CHALLENGE RULES
Black & white project – anything from a potholder to a quilt top. Use your imagination!
- You will choose a crayon. Use the one you’ve chosen even if you don’t like the color! That’s the challenge.
- Only one other fabric besides the black & white. The fabric with your crayon color may have other colors but should be predominantly the color of your crayon!
- Pin your crayon in the bag to your project when you bring it back for the reveal in July!
Calling All Quilters
Quilters are a hospitable group, aren’t they? Notice how much fun we have when we gather to sew, share, or learn. The Hospitality Committee is in need of a co-chair for this year. We have two more Meet & Greets, then the Holiday Gathering. Come share your ideas and talents. Text Mary Ann at 317-850-7153 to volunteer or get more information.
April Guild Meeting
Chris B. With a panel from Moda, and used some scribble and rulers to quilt.
Debbie D. with Wooly Stars.
Debbie D with a gorgeous applique using Quick Applique.
Chris A has a beauty from Missouri Star.
Laurie F with her BOM and used a Karlee Porter quilt pattern.
Joan H and Kim W show off their “Blocks” quilts…a little Fire & Ice.
Ann with Braid Shuffle using aboriginal fabrics.
Ann with her “Stash Buster” and quilted it
April President’s Letter
In case you missed the news (ha!) – there will be a total eclipse of the sun on April 8th. As a result of the anticipated crush of traffic headed to our area and lots of planned events regarding the eclipse, we have moved our general meeting to April 15th – same time, same place, just a week later. Do you have your special glasses? I do, and I’m planning to watch from the comfort of my driveway. Maybe with a celebratory cocktail – it will be 5:00 somewhere!
My husband thinks I need
Skill Builders: Canvas Tote Bag
Anne Hart will be providing instruction/guidance for this class. A supply list will be sent to each participant when available, so please make sure you provide a valid email address when you sign up for the class. If you have any questions about the class, please contact Cheryl Newbold-Thompson, Rachel Bell, Elaine Parker, or Ann Hart.
Please use this link to sign up for the class. You will not receive a signup confirmation so please put this event on your calendar as soon as you register.
March Guild Meeting
Ellen H. has two gorgeous quilts to be donated to Quilts of Valor.
Chris B. made this quilt for her grandson Rory’s (Rowdy) first birthday.
Jan D. made this quilt for Project Linus.
Grandmother’s Signed Quilt
Debbie D. has an Apricot Jelly quilt that will be donated to Special Olympics.
Debbie D. with her block of the month, Sherry McConnell’s pattern.
Debbie D. shows off some clever bags.
Teacher’s pet Peg B! An Amy Bradley project.
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March Guest Speaker
This month’s guest speaker is Quilt designer Amy Bradley of Amy Bradley Designs will share a presentation about getting ready for market and will show lots of her quilts!!! Amy’s first quilt design was Dazzling Dogs using her fusible applique techniques. She started her business with that quilt pattern in 2002 and has been having a blast designing quilts, t-shirts, and quilt-related gifts ever since.
We hope you will be able to join us.
2024 Mudsock Quilters Guild Retreat
We are set for the 2024 Mudsock Quilters Guild Retreat, returning once again to Shipshewana. Our dates are September 4th-7th, Wednesday to Saturday. The cost for the retreat will be $80.00. This covers the conference room, a delicious box dinner on Wednesday night from the Corn Crib, and a home-cooked meal on Thursday night at the Blue Gate.
Reservations for guest rooms at the Retreat are now open. Contact the Farmstead Inn at 260-768-4595, ask for the Mudsock Guild block of rooms.
March President’s Letter
President’s Letter
March 2024
Spring is around the corner! It teased us for a few days in February and looks like another bit of spring is on the way. Indiana is so up and down! If you are in our Mudsocks Facebook group, you may have seen Amanda’s “temperature” block for January – can’t wait to see her February block.
By the way, our Facebook group is “closed,” which means only paid members of Mudsocks have access. So feel free to post in there knowing it is not seen
February Guild Meeting
Mary S shows off her Indiana Trail Mix Shop Hop quilt.
Cheri W. used the Accu-Quilt to make this stunning bowtie quilt.
Carlene C. shows off her mom’s (Audrey N.) Quilt of Valor.
Carlene C. shows off her mom’s (Audrey N.) Quilt of Valor.
Mary Ann Y. has a baby I Spy quilt with Minky on the back.
Donna L. presents her “ONE-AND-DONE” Indiana shop hop quilt.
Patty K. with the “Farmer’s Wife” sampler.
Patty K. has a cozy flannel charm squares quilt.
Debra L. with
Skill Builders Class Name Tag
Join us for a Name Tag class on February 23, 2024, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at Delaware Township.
We will be using the free pattern Call Me from By Annie. You need to download the pattern for class. To prep for class, follow this link and watch the instructional video. You will need to prepare the base of your pouch before coming to class. If you have any questions, please contact Cheryl N-T, Elaine P, and Rachel B. Their contact information is available under Current Members.
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The Quilts of Valor committee collected 95 blocks, enough to make four quilts for a deserving veteran. Members are invited to help sew these blocks together at Delaware Township on January 31.
January Meeting
What better way to get to know people that share the same interests as you? Join a committee. Members…click the “about” then click 2024 leadership. There you can check out all of the committees. If one looks good to you, contact the committee chair person and let them know you want to join them.
Mary B. with gray and yellow charity quilt.
Laura A. with a crazy Christmas Tree Skirt
Laurie F. A charity quilt with a few “creepy” faces.
Delaware Township
Wow! Thank you to everyone in Mudsocks Quilters Guild for such a generous donation! We wish you and yours a happy festive season.
Thanks again,
Kaylee Edwards
Public Outreach Coordinator
Delaware Township Trustee’s Office
We want to thank our members for their generosity in monetary and food pantry donations. It was awesome to see all those food staples/personal items given out of love!
Another Show is in the books!
What a wonderful show it was! And what a gorgeous day we had to bring the people out. Attendance was high, to the point the main parking lot was full. What a great problem to have.
Visitors got to see over 300 quilts on display, spanning a year of work by guild members to provide these quilts of comfort to hospital patients on Christmas Day. Our visitors got to see gorgeous quilts, have a chance at wining a door prize, vote for their 3 favorite quilts, and shop
Community North Opportunities!
I am sure you all know about our awesome Community North Charity Committee and all the great things that they do. You don’t? Well let me tell you girl! You’ve heard about the storeroom that Community Health provides for our stash at 146th and Cumberland, remember I introduced you to them here.
The reason for the storeroom is the Charity we run through affiliation with Community North Hospital and The Heart and Vascular Hospital, a partnership that has
Brown Bag Mystery Parade
The wonderful Storeroom Strippers put together a Brown Bag Mystery QAL for Community Charity Quilts. They dug into the scraps and strips and came up with over 50 Brown Bag Mystery Quilts to be distributed amongst guild members for construction and completion. At the September meeting we had a Parade of the Brown Bags! 40 quilts were paraded across the stage and down the aisles to show the members, new and old, what the guild can do when a great group of gals puts their minds to our brawn!
Heart Pillows
We are restarting our collecting of Heart Pillows for cancer patients at the Schwarz Cancer Center in Carmel, IN. You can find the info on construction of these pillows at this site. Julie P is the point person for collection of the pillows at our monthly meetings. We hope that you will consider making just 1, or 2, 3…as many as you would like!
A comment was shared by a recipient of a pillow. With constant use the V seam of the pillow tends to get a lot of
Quilt Label Making
Lois found a great Tutorial to share. Karen’s Quilts Printed Quilt Label
For the purpose of Community Health Charity donations they ask that you not put the date on the labels.
Thanks, Cornerstone Lutheran Church!
Every month Cornerstone Lutheran Church graciously hosts our Guild meetings at no charge. Please show your gratitude by bringing food pantry contributions, or make a small suggested $ 1.00 donation from your piggy bank.
Thanks so much!