Good Evening Quilters;

Quiet day at the museum today.  So for those of you who were not there today (pretty much everyone)  We have a new PMQG member, Ginny.   I hope everyone helps us by welcoming her with open arms.

Just a quick reminder that next weekend is a long weekend, there for there is NO Sew-in Saturday.

Last weekends UFO weekend went well and we had lots of ladies there sewing.  It was great to see everyone and all the wonderful projects being created.

The block of the month has begun and if I ever figure out how to post pictures I will start sharing everyones wonderful work.  The first couple blocks are started but if you weren't there, no few, it's never too late to join in the fun.

Also there's still room for anyone who wants to join us for the retreat at Rustic Ridge Ranch at the beginning of March.  A few details for games and prize winning opportunities will be finishing up soon and I will let you know if there is anything you may need if you choose to participate.

Also Registration for the 2015 season has begun and we hope to see all of you back for another year.  This year we were able to lower the registration costs to $35.  

Thanks to everyone for making our first year a great one and we look forward to many more years of quilting to come.

Charity Easter Chicks & Other Marvellous Work

PMQG Easter Charity Project:

Thanks to all who worked so hard at putting together the Charity Easter Chicks during the last few weeks.  This was a great group project and it was so wonderful to see so many of you contribute time and supplies to bring a nice Easter treat and smile to some local adults that are facing challenges, and are often forgotten at Easter time.

80+ Handmade Easter chicks, filled with chocolate eggs, were handed over to the kind folks at Everglades Special Care Lodge in Parkland County. Before they made the trip, however, they had a bit of a day at Gerald McGinn Drilling in Stony Plain. Under the watchful eye of Sheila H., this large peep of chicks had a heap of fun at work.

Hi-Ho, Hi-Ho, It's off to work we go!

Chicks looking good on the job:

Hen Session:

Uh-Oh, over-worked chick:

Quitting time:

Other Charity Things:

Here's a gorgeous quilt that was recently pieced by Sheila Hancock and quilted by Carolyne Stanton, with materials donated by Gerald McGinn Drilling.  This went up for raffle and brought in a large amount of funds to a great club. Wonderful job ladies!

More to come: 

*We'll soon be announcing a wonderful charity project for you all to consider, watch for those details. I think you will LOVE it. 

**I'm gathering up some photos of our member's quilt finishes and will be sharing those with you in the next couple of days, stay tuned!!

May all of your bobbins be full,

Janelle

PS.  It would be great to know if the comments worked here on the blog, wink, wink. Try it! 

SUPER Sew-In Saturday Coming May 3rd!!

Along with our regular Sew-In Saturdays, we are throwing in a "SUPER Sew-In Saturday" on May 3rd.  This will be like a Mini-UFO weekend, with the idea of have a fun and full day of sewing and socializing.

The Details:

- 9:00 am - 10:00 pm, Saturday May 3rd
- Stony Plain & Parkland Museum, The Founders Building
- 10$ for the day for Members (Members welcome to bring a friend)
- (Prizes !!)

What to Bring: 

- something yummy for Pot Luck dinner
- your unfinished sewing projects
- lunch/snacks/drinks for yourself
- Fat Quarters in Coral & Aqua for the FQ BINGO!!

** PLEASE RSVP for May 3rd immediately to let us know if you are coming, and also let us know if  you are interested in the June 7 & 8 UFO weekend in your email so we know how much interest we have - EMAIL HERE

Upcoming Dates to Remember:

April 26 - Sew-in Saturday 10:00 - 4:00 pm
May 3 - SUPER Sew-in Saturday 9:00 am - 10:00 pm
May 10 - Sew-in Saturday 10:00 - 4:00 pm
May 24 - Sew-in Saturday 10:00 - 4:00 pm
May 10 - Sew-in Saturday 10:00 - 4:00 pm
June 7 & 8 - UFO WEEKEND!!! 
June 21 - Sew-in Saturday 10:00 - 4:00 pm

** The Guild will soon be winding down for summer, with only 1 scheduled Sew-In Saturday for both July and August.  Check the Events Calendar to stay up to date on these days. More dates will be added soon!