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NeoNatal Tour
The tour was very informative and showed us just how much our gifts of quilts and funding help. Many of the isolets had
colorful quilts draped over them. We saw one of our quilts going home with a baby and it's family. We talked with a young
father who was so moved by what we do that he had tears in his eyes. Approximately 1,000 babies pass through the unit
every year so we are providing quilts to less than half of them. I wish every guild member could take the tour in the hopes
that we could increase our donations so that every baby got a quilt.

Margaret's Hope Chest
Read all about this wonderful contribution of quilts by the family that lost their Grandmother to a violent crime!
It's a heart touching story.......and at our May Meeting we got to see some of the quilts that our members helped to finish.
What an honor to be a part of this. Click here to read more!

HELP WANTED!

"Patch of News" Newsletter Editor
I have enjoyed editing the newsletter for the past 2 1/2 years and am happy that I could help out. Unfortunately, personal commitments are taking a lot more of my time and I cannot continue in this job. Please contact Pat Chapman at 616-984-5049 or me, Karen MacGregor at 340-9631 if you are interested.

Festival of the Arts Chair
Festival of the Arts is over and we now need a new chairperson for 2011. The Festival Committee has gotten very positive comments about our booth and products and would like to see us there again next year. We need someone to step forward to take on this project. The nice thing about it is that it's only once a year; not a continuing commitment. Yes, it takes work, planning and organizing. But you get to work with wonderful, creative guild members in a festive environment.

Julia Volk has done a great job for the last two years but she needs to move on to other projects. She has documented the process and will assist with getting you up and running. Please contact Susan Shantz 458-3736 or susan@otb-arts.com to learn more about this great volunteer opportunity for the guild.

Round Robin Coordinator
Our round robin coordinator, Beth Hoppe, has had to step down because of a change in her work schedule. She has said she will finish the current session and is going to try to make as many meetings as she is able. Round Robins are a great way to meet other members and make friends as well as getting you out of your quilting comfort zone. If no one comes forward to organize the next session we won't have this valuable resource in our guild. If you enjoy participating please consider stepping forward and filling Beth's shoes. She can tell you what's involved and answer any of your questions. Contact Beth Hoppe, Pat Chapman or any board member to get started.

Web Master
Do you enjoy working with computers, feel creative, and want to continue to develop this web site for our Guild? Then please contact Sandy Harvey to discuss your interest.

Great Tutorial Link

This Blog contains hundreds of links to fiberarts related articles and tutorials, check it out for lots of wonderful information: http://creativityjourney.blogspot.com/

Susan’s List of Favorite Quilt Websites – Part 1 Fabric Manufacturers
Are you new to quilting? Looking for a project but have limited time or budget to peruse or purchase new books? Well, if you have a computer and internet access then you have a wealth of patterns and ideas at your fingertips! The following fabric manufacturers have useful, colorful websites for you. These websites are full of helpful information on quilting, new fabric lines, and patterns, patterns, patterns! All of the following fabric manufacturers offer patterns for free. The quilts showcase the latest fabrics; and the patterns come in all skill levels and sizes. And not just quilts but purses, totes, pillowcases and other fun projects.
On each home page you will find a tab or button that will take you to their pattern page. When you find one you like you can click the “download” button and then save it to a folder on your computer. Just be sure you have the latest version of Adobe Reader. So, what are you waiting for – start searching and have fun!

Benartex http://www.benartex.com/
Makower http://www.makoweruk.com/index.htm
Maywood http://www.maywoodstudio.com/browse.asp
PB Textiles http://www.pbtex.com/index.html
Timeless Treasures http://www.ttfabrics.com/index.shtml
Free Spirit http://www.freespiritfabric.com
Fabri-Quilt http://www.fabri-quilt.com/
Red Rooster http://www.redroosterfabrics.com/
Moda http://www.unitednotions.com/un_main.nsf/main?openpage
Robert Kauffman http://www.robertkaufman.com/quilting
Hoffman Fabrics http://www.hoffmanfabrics.com/index.asp
Baum Textiles http://www.baumtextile.com/main.shtml
Blank Quilting http://www.blankquilting.com/home.aspx
Clothworks http://www.clothworkstextiles.com/index.asp
Classic Cottons http://www.classiccottons.com/default.aspx
Blue Hill Fabrics http://bluehillfabrics.net/
Quilting Treasures http://www.quiltingtreasures.com/
In The Beginning http://www.inthebeginningfabrics.com/
Marcus Brothers http://www.marcusbrothers.com/
RJR Fabrics http://www.rjrfabrics.com/index.cfm
South Seas Imports http://www.southseaimports.com/Default.aspx

Barn Quilt Block Update!
The Barn Block is now hanging at the Kettunen Center near Tustin, MI. Click here to see Elsie's blog with pictures.

JOIN THE CELEBRATION!
The American Quilt Study Group (AQSG), a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the history of quilts and quiltmaking, is turning 30! We invite you to join the celebration by participating in a nationwide block challenge called “30s for 30” (see details below). For every 30 blocks received, one person’s name will be drawn to win those blocks. To learn more about AQSG and our annual Seminar, please visit our website at www.americanquiltstudygroup.org. Happy quilting!

30s for 30 QUILT BLOCK CHALLENGE
· Blocks must be 12-1/2” square (to finish to a 12-inch block) and made of either 1930s reproduction fabrics or vintage 1930s fabrics. Fabrics must be 100% cotton. Please prewash/preshrink all fabrics.
· Blocks may be any design and any color combination, in keeping with the 1930s fabrics.
· Send your blocks to the address below, along with a donation of $3 for the first block, and $1 for each block thereafter sent at the same time. Block donations from groups are welcome. Any funds collected in excess of those needed to complete the project will be donated to the AQSG Endowment fund.
· The blocks will be photographed and the photos will be posted on the AQSG website, along with the maker’s name and state (or country).
· Blocks will be compiled into sets of thirty. At Seminar 2010 in Minneapolis (Oct. 14-17), we will have a drawing for the various sets. For each block that you send, your name will be entered once into the drawing. You do not need to be present to win.
· Deadline for submitting blocks is Oct. 1, 2010.

Send your blocks and payment (checks made payable to AQSG) to: AQSG ’30s for 30 c/o Paula Pahl, 9204 Sugarstone Circle, Highlands Ranch, CO 80130. Be sure to include your name, address and phone number.
Questions? Contact Paula at the address above or email: paulapahl@q.com; phone: 303-204-2821.

You've heard of Michigan Quilt Network, or maybe you haven't. Here's a great article from Sue Cortese on what the Michigan Quilt Network is all about. Click here to read the article. And click on the name above to visit their web site. Thanks Sue!

Also, they have invited award winning quilts to be part of their exhibits. Click here to read more about it.

Area Quilt Guild Websites: Click on the name to go to their website.

The Capitol City Quilt Guild in Lansing

The Piecemakers Quilt Guild in Saginaw

These websites, like ours, are full of information about what is happening in quilting in and around the area.

www.wmqg.org

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