Florida Quilt Network - Newsletter #276
www.FloridaQuiltNetwork.com
January 6, 2022
Quilting Friends,
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An interesting commission finish this month. A friend reads ‘Llama Llama Red Pajama” to her granddaughter every night and wanted a quilt made like the one in the book. And then another quilt for the American Girl doll. It was amazing how close I got to the colors in the book…and almost ALL from my stash! I put soft minky on the back and no batting. I hope she likes it!
A few months ago I ran a post from someone who was giving away their grandmother’s sewing room. I know she got many responses, and I received two responses as well. I was able to help those two people with bags of fabric and books that were given to me. I often get calls/emails from people trying to find a home for a family member’s sewing stash. I do have a list of local ‘charity sewists’ but often those people already have plenty to work with. So I thought I could keep a list of people who are looking for stash. Maybe they are a new sewist/quilter with a small budget, maybe they are looking to make charity items.
If that describes you or someone you know, please send me an email with your name and contact information, I’ll keep you on a list for the next time I get an offer of sewing items. I live in Central Florida, so if you are not in this area, let me know how far you’re willing to travel to pick up from the giver.
Just one little way to share the wealth! As we age and declutter, maybe we can bless someone just getting started with an instant mini-stash.
You may not know that the Calendar page on the website is a quick way to view upcoming events all over the state. Give it a look-see.
Happy Quilting,
Mary-Jeanine
PS: I’d love to hear from you, so drop me a line sometime.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS: (Newsletter number follows)
2022
Now till Jan 31 Quilt Art Exhibit in Largo (#277)
Jan 13 Barbara Echmeier Lecture in Amelia Island www.aiquilters.com (#276)
Jan 17 Tara Miller Lecture Virtual info here (#276)
Jan 19-30 Quilt Cruise info here (#273)
Jan 21-22 Quilt Show in Lakeland ladiesofthelakes.org/show/ (#268)
Jan 26 Robin Koehler Lecture & Workshop in Melbourne (#275)
Jan 28-29 Quilt Show in Vero Beach vbsunbonnetsue@gmail.com (#275)
Jan 28-29 Quilters Marketplace in The Villages www.QGOTV.org (#276)
Feb 3-5 Quilt Show in Port St. Lucie www.pslcrazyquilters.org (#263)
Feb 5 Teri Lucas Lecture Virtual info here (#273)
Feb 5 Farm Fest & Quilt Show in Dade City info here (#277)
Feb 11-12 Quilt Show in Ft. Myers info here (#267)
Feb 11-12 Quilt Show in Panama City info here (#276)
Feb 18-19 Quilt Show in Melbourne http://seasidepiecemakers.com/ (#273)
Feb 18-19 Quilt Show in Palmetto/Bradenton www.manateepatchworkers.org (#275)
Feb 18-20 Quilt Show in New Port Richey WestPascoQuilters.org
Feb 18-20 Quilt Show in Punta Gorda info here (#270)
Feb 21 Virtual Colorwerx Trunk Show info here (#277)
Feb 23-24 Karen Stockwell Lecture & Workshop in Melbourne (#275)
Feb 23-26 Quilt Show in Daytona Beach info here (#274)
Feb 24 Free Beginning Quilting Class in Orlando (#277)
Mar 4-5 Quilt Show in Naples naplesquiltersguild.org (#268)
Mar 5-6 Quilt Show in Venice : www.vaqg.org (#269)
March Quilt Show in Jacksonville www.quiltfestjax.com moved to Sept
Mar 17-19 Quilt & Sewing Expo in Lakeland info here (#276)
Mar 19 Steph Skardal Lecture Virtual info here (#273)
Mar 21 Virtual Lecture on Mystery Quilts/Quilt-Alongs info here (#277)
Mar 21-25 No Frills Quilt Retreat in Wesley Chapel info here (#277)
Mar 23-24 Lisa Ellis Lecture & Workshop in Melbourne (#275)
Mar 26 Mystery Quilt Retreat in Sarasota www.QuiltersQtrs.com (#277)
Mar 31 Free Beginning Quilting Class in Orlando (#277)
April 2 Brenda Gael Smith Lecture Virtual info here (#273)
Apr 2-10 Quilt Cruise info here (#273)
Apr 27-28 Lisa Calle Lecture & Workshop in Melbourne (#275)
Apr 28 Free Beginning Quilting Class in Orlando (#277)
May 14-22 Quilt Cruise info here (#273)
May 16 Virtual Quilt Lecture by Tina Craig info here (#277)
May 29-June 6 Quilt Cruise info here (#273)
Oct 1-9 Quilt Cruise info here (#273)
Oct 14-15 Quilt Show in Brandon www.brandonquiltguild.com (#276)
Nov 11 & 12 Fantastic Quilt Show in Leesburg https://lakequiltguild.com
Nov 29-Dec 10 Quilt Cruise info here (#273)
2023
Feb 17-18 Quilt Show in Tampa http://www.featherprincesses.org (#275)
Feb 17-18 Quilt Show in Amelia Island www.aiquilters.com (#276)
Feb 24-25 Quilt Show in Punta Gorda www.peaceriverquilters.org/ (#276)
April 15-16 Broward Quilt Expo in Pembroke Pines
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QUILT EXHIBIT IN LARGO
Fiber Artists of Tampa Bay presents
SHOW: Celebrating Quilt Art
December 2 through January 31, 2022
Gallery 120
Largo Public Library
120 Central Park Drive
Largo, FL 33771
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VIRTUAL GUILD MEETINGS
Graphic Quilts of the 20th Century
January 17, 2022
Event URL https://suncoastquiltingcircle.org/event-4586933
Join us as we welcome our first Guest Speaker of 2022, Tara Miller of The Quilt District, Atlanta, Georgia. Tara's presentation will be packed with graphic, visually stunning quilts from the whole of the 20th century. Many of them have a surprisingly modern aesthetic! Throughout the conversation, Tara will put these quilts in context: historically, socially and artistically and together we will explore some of our connections with the past that inform us, inspire us, and drive us in the art and practice of quilt making today. SQC members free, Visitors $10
Colourwerx Trunk Show
Monday, Feb 21, 2022
Event URL https://suncoastquiltingcircle.org/event-4589422
Who would have guessed that two professionals from television would discover their life-long passion in quilting and go on to create new careers, own a quilt shop and design a line of best-selling patterns? In this one hour lecture, Linda Sullivan - along with her partner Carl, will take you on their colourful, crazy, quilty journey that started some 18 years ago with the very first Linderella quilt designs their current obsession for pure colour within their new company, Colourwerx. Lots of show & tell and lots of quilts! SQC members free, Visitors $10
Mystery Quilt, Quilt Along and Block of the Month Programs
Monday March 21, 2022
Event URLhttps://suncoastquiltingcircle.org/event-4612498
Join as as Member Alberta Dalke provides an interesting and informative talk about her experiences with mystery quilts, quilt along and block of the month programs. Alberta will showcase examples of these different types of programs and discuss how to prepare for them, who offers them and the fun part as well as some downfalls. SQC members free, Visitors $5
EPP -v- FPP: The Showdown with Tina Craig, Seaside Stitches
Monday May 16, 2022
Event URL https://suncoastquiltingcircle.org/event-4592328
English Paper Piecing or Foundation Paper Piecing? What's the difference? What are the pros and cons of each technique? Which technique is your favorite? We will try to answer these questions as Tina shares dozens of quilts and many tips and tricks. Quilts from each technique will be pitted against each other and you will vote for your favorites. At the end, we will tally up the votes and declare a winner! SQC members free, Visitors $10
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Farm Fest and Quilt Show Feb 5, 2022, 10 am - 5 pm, more information is attached.
Thank you,
Stephanie Black
Executive Director
Pioneer Florida Museum & Village
15602 Pioneer Museum Road, Dade City, FL 33523
Mailing: P.O. Box 335 Dade City, FL 33526-0335
Phone: 352-567-0262 Cell: 352-206-7093
Non-profit 501(c)3
Visit our website for information on events: www.pioneerfloridamuseum.org
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FREE QUILTING CLASSES IN ORLANDO
Florida Cabin Fever Quilters Guild is hosting free Beginning Quilter classes on the last Thursdays of February, March and April, 2022 at the Marks Street Recreation Center in Orlando.
Participants must bring a sewing machine and basic sewing supplies. The classes will begin at 10:00 a.m. and will conclude around 1 p.m.
Please email flcfqg@gmail.com if you are interested in getting more information.
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NO FRILLS QUILT RETREAT
Monday, March 21, 2022 through Friday, March 25, 2022.
Great sewing room at the Hyatt Place in Wesley Chapel, Florida.
You do not have to stay at the hotel to join us, although we have a great rate of $129 + taxes
Sewing room is open from 7 am till midnight except Friday it closes at 8 pm.
$175 for all 5 days. They have also given us a discount rate for breakfast of $10. Those staying at the hotel-breakfast is free.
Sign up online at www.sweetdarlingquilts.com or call the store to register. 813-994-2994. There is a $50 non-refundable fee if you cancel. No refunds at all after February 22, 2022.
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MYSTERY QUILT RETREAT IN SARASOTA
MYSTERIOUS SEWING SOCIETY
WHO: YOU
WHAT: One day mystery retreat
WHEN: Saturday, March 26, 2022
HOW MUCH: ONLY $55 FOR THE DAY INCLUDES: Pattern and fabric requirements for a new, queen size quilt designed by Jerry Stube Designs. FULL CLASS INSTRUCTIONS: Robin Fouracker and Jerry Stube
WHERE: The Carlisle Inn in Sarasota, Fl
A beautiful sewing room with ample tables and fun.
HOURS: 8:30 AM—8:30 PM
EXTRA INFORMATION: We will have sewing machines available (limited so must be reserved) provided by Tops Sewing Company
DOOR PRIZES AND GAMES ALL DAY The Carlisle is located in the same parking lot with Der Dutchman restaurant for your convenience for meals or PIE!
POP UP STORE will be available for easy shopping Www.quiltersqtrs.com