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September Meeting Recap

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Our September meeting was all about Maximalism in Quilting. What is maximalism? Well, while there really is no short and simple definition, it can be summed up as “more is more”- more of what you love. It includes a mix of colors, patterns, and textures used densely to create interesting and filled compositions. Below are some examples of maximalism in quilting.

To get us enthused about maximalism, Laura Green led us through construction of a Maximalist Mini Quilt and announced our fall challenge: Maximal Mini IEMQG Challenge 2023

Maximal Mini IEMQG Challenge 2023

This challenge will inspire you to gather your favorite fabrics and fill your quilt with your most loved prints and colors. Be bold, intricate, eclectic and ornate. Remember… More is more of what you love! Ruby Curvelets by Fiona Johnstone, is an excellent example of maximalism in modern quilting and it was Viewers’ Choice winner at QuiltCon 2023. Fiona filled her quilt with tiny curvelet motifs made using her favorite Ruby Star Society fabrics. Notice that she achieved structure by creating defined blocks. each block has its own color palette and theme.

ChallengeGuidelines:

  • little or no negative space
  • loud, vivid, bold colors
  • high contrast
  • many layers of interest
  • no side should be longer than 24″
  • due at December 2nd Holiday Party

QuiltCon Community Outreach Quilt

Please join us for our third sew day on September 20th from 10am to 3pm at Lake Mathews Community Room, 16453 El Sobrante Rd, Riverside, CA 92503.

Please join us! We are making hundreds and hundreds of 3.5-inch squares to arrange into a symmetrical design.

The theme is “Symmetry” and here is our color palette.

Click here to learn more and to get the downloadable directions.

Block of the Month

Here is our September Block of the Month. You may make it in any size and with any color palette. For more details, ideas, and tutorials be sure to visit our 2023 BOM page right here.

QuiltCon

QuiltCon 2024 is in Raleigh, North Carolina, February 22-25. Be sure to visit the QuiltCon website for the Class Schedule and to plan your trip. It is not too late to register. Class opportunities are limited, but you can also sign up for lectures and to be a volunteer. This year there are also ways to participate online. Be sure to save the date. Don’t forget to check out this year’s Quilt Challenges! For more information visit the Quiltcon website right here.

Road To California

It’s time to plan your trip to Road to California Quilter’s Conference and Showcase, January 17th -20th, 2024, at The Ontario Convention Center. Class registration and quilt contests are now open and admission tickets go on sale November 1st. Check their website, roadtocalifornia.com for more information and to sign up for updates.

The Southern California Council of Quilt Guides has announced a special exhibit, “Stitching a Community Together”. Group and individual quilts that demonstrate how quilts build community are welcome. If you would like to submit a quilt visit SCCQG.org for more details. Application due October 23rd.

October Speaker

Save the Date – October 7th! You will not want to miss our Guest Speaker,
Carrie Bloomston!

Carrie Bloomston is an artist, textile designer, creativity enabler, art teacher and author of books to inspire a creative life. Through writings, fabrics, lectures, workshops and retreats, her goal is to help us live our lives wide awake. She has been featured in The Oprah Magazine and Health Magazine, among others and lives with her family in Phoenix Arizona.

To learn more about Carrie, visit here website here.

We Have Bernina Sewing Machines for Sale!

Show and Share

We love to see what our talented members have been up to.

Announcements

  • Join us for our last Community Outreach Quilt Sew Day: September 20th. 10am to 3pm, Lake Mathews Community Center, 16453 El Sobrante Rd, Riverside, CA 92503. more info here.
  • Sign-up for our 2023 Retreat: November 6-9th at Vina de Lestonnac.Only one spot left! Total cost is $445, and includes four nights and all meals. Deposit of $100 required. Balance due in October. Go to Members’ Corner for more information.
  • Drop-in Sew via Zoom: September 11th and 25th, 7 – 9pm. Zoom link goes out on the Sunday before.
  • Saturday, October 7th Meeting: Guest Speaker Carrie Bloomston . Meeting Location: SSgt. Salvador J. Lara Casa Blanca Library, 2985 Madison St, Riverside, CA 92504
  • SCCQG “Stitching a Community Together” exhibit application Due October 23rd.
  • Road to California: January 17th – 20th
  • Quilt Con: February 22nd – 25th Raleigh, NC. Get more details here.