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January 2024

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Meeting Recap: January 6th

Download and review the actual minutes for the January meeting.

  • The Guild’s January meeting was physically held at SSgt. Salvador J. Lara Casa Blanca Library, 2985 Madison Street, Riverside, CA 92504 .
  • Thank you to Laura Greene who provided a review of the Modern Quilt Guide website. Don’t forget to take advantage of all the free quilting resources it provides to IEMQG members.
  • Drop-In Sew occurred on Monday, January 8th and 22nd. A good time was held by all.
  • The IEMQG Board members began the transition from 2023 into 2024. Thank you for your patience as everyone begins to assume their new roles.
  • The Road to California was held at the Ontario Convention Center January 17 – 20th. Did anyone capture photos they wish to share with the group?

Next Guild Meeting: February 3rd Overview:

  • Because Casa Blanca is not available, the next meeting is Saturday February 3, 2024 at a new location. The new location is at the Arlanza Library is at 8267 Philbin Ave, Riverside, CA 92503, click to see Google map.
  • Bring your lunch and beverage.
  • Saturday Sew-In is planned for you to work on anything you want or to sew for the 2024 Philanthropy project. The Sew-In begins at 10:00 am and ends for lunch 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm. Clean-up and the social time is 1:30 pm to 2:00 pm.
  • Kaufman fabric is available for charity quilts at the Sew-In.
  • Bring your project, machine, and sewing supplies.
  • Don’t have a project; charity kits and pillow case kits are available for your sewing pleasure.
  • The guild meeting begins at 2:00 pm and ends at 4:00 pm.
  • 2023 Block of the Month Reveal will be held. Bring your top to show the group. Only the top needs to be completed.
  • Drawing for the Raffle Basket will occur. If you haven’t bought tickets bring your money. Tickets are 6/$5.00. This is your last chance to participate.
  • Drop-In Sew are planned for Mondays February 5th and 19th.

QuiltCon 2024

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. For more information visit the Quiltcon website right here.

2024 Membership Dues are now due. You may pay by check at a meeting or you may pay via PayPal. Dues will remain at $45 this year, thanks to the generosity and hard work of our outstanding members. You must fill out and return the membership form found in members corner. If you need assistance please email us at iemodernquiltguild@gmail.com

January 2024 Block of the Month #1

The January Block of the Month, Bright Star, is available for download. This year “Blockheads” by Moda are ready for your imagination to color, play and experiment with ways to modernize this traditional block.

Use the web for more inspiration on the color placement of your block, share a photo of your finished block, or read a blog post by the block designer:

  • If you want to sew along with a virtual Blockheads community, head over to Facebook and join Moda’s official Moda Blockheads Facebook group. Use the QR code on the block pattern you download to join the Moda Blockheads Facebook group. 
  • If Instagram is where you prefer to hang out, be sure to follow #modablockheads5 to see the latest blocks from Moda designers as well as other Blockhead participants.
  • Read the blog by the designer, Betsy Chutchian, for inspiration, to find out how she worked through color placement, some of her tips & tricks, and photos of her various versions of her pieced blocks.
  • Check out Moda Block1 inspiration

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Announcements

  • Drop-in Sew via Zoom: January 22nd, 7 – 9pm. Zoom link typically goes out on the Sunday before.
  • Saturday, February 3rd Meeting: Arlanza Public Library, 8267 Philbin Ave, Riverside, CA 92503
  • Road to California: January 17th – 20th
  • Quilt Con: February 22nd – 25th Raleigh, NC. Get more details here.