Jean Craig, President, called the meeting to order at 6:33 PM with 23 members in attendance.
Business / Announcements:
· Jean reviewed the online calendar and highlighted that the next meeting date is July 29, the fifth Tuesday of the month.
· The next Sew Day is July 19 and will feature Kate Weston using inktense pencils on ‘prepared for dye’ fabric. More details will be forthcoming.
· QuiltFest Jacksonville is September 19-21 with registration beginning July 25. Please contact Pam Everitt for more information.
· We are seeking a Programs chair. Please contact Jean if you are interested.
Committee Updates:
· Programs: The August program is Color Theory by Charles Cameron.
· Challenges: Next month we will distribute the collected fabric that will be cut into 2.5” strips for members to make quilts and tote bags. Longarm volunteers are needed, please see Kim McPeake if you are able to assist.
Program: Project Bags was presented by Jean Craig with additional examples provided by Connie Zafiris and Karyn Iserman. This is an inexpensive way to customize a bag for organizing sewing / quilting projects by purchasing bags from TJ Maxx, Marshalls, etc. They are waterproof and are great for storing wet items. Jean will share the detailed presentation with members.
Four members shared their quilts at Show and Tell.
The meeting adjourned at 7:30 pm.
Events & Dates to remember; See the 2025 Calendar on the side bar for full details!
Next sew day at Five Eighth Seams - July 19
Next meeting - July 29 NOTE! FIFTH TUESDAY.
Quilt Camp - September 4-7
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