We had a great time at the workshop! Nancy P. did the morning session with a wonderful quilted notebook cover – her own pattern! It is available on Craftsy.com (in case you missed the workshop). Donna L. led the afternoon session making a fun and useful project bag.
Lots of fun sewing with friends old and new. Many projects were completed at the workshop or were just needing one final step to be completely finished. Sometimes, a fun, quick project is just what you need!
submitted by Kathy C., president
Hello Modern Quilters,
April is all about binding. This is the last installment of our modern mini challenge education series and we’ll be exploring different 
techniques for binding and facing a quilt. Your minis are due at the May meeting.
I love a good mystery, don’t you? Nancy Powell will be presenting the first set of directions for the BNMQG Mystery Quilt that she has designed. This is always fun and I hope you’ll join in!
Tuesday, April 24
Meet us at Christ Lutheran Church, 311 N Hershey, Normal IL.
Social time starts at 5:30 and the meeting will begin at 6.
Can’t wait to see you!
Here’s what you need to bring!
submitted by Teresa A., Secretary
The Bloomington-Normal Modern Quilt Guilt met on Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at Christ Lutheran Church. Thirty-eight (38) members were in attendance, and we welcomed a new member, Tresa G. President Kathy C. thanked the members who provided this month’s treats, Carrie O. and Becky B. who provided us with lots of delicious snacks.
While everyone was enjoying socializing prior to the beginning of our meeting, we were able to enjoy pictures of some of the quilts from this year’s Quilt Con. Ann G our member from CA provided the pictures. Thanks Ann G.
Announcements:
Kathy C. thanked Becky from Boline’s for hosting the guild to work on the Heartbeat quilt blocks at our March Sew Day.
Julie D. one of our nominating committee member, announced the other two members of the committee, Carol Lou E. and Paula M. If you would like to be a part of the board for our guild, please contact any of these three ladies to let them know. All the board positions are available to run for this year. At this time, we have one person for each for treasurer and secretary. So please give this some serious consideration to become more involved in our guild. As Julie said, we are a community and will be there to help and support our board officers. You can find Julie D., Carol Lou E. and Paula M, email addresses in the members’ only section.
On-going sign up for our Spring Workshop Day – April 21st at the church. We have two projects this time – Donna L. will be leading us in making a work in progress bag and Nancy P. will be leading us in making notebook covers. The cost is $40 for the workshop and a $5 option for lunch if you’d like to have it provided for you.
submitted by Kathy C., President
Hello Modern Quilters,
Get those creative juices flowing! March means Heartbeat Quilt design night. Members have been working at sew days to make blocks 
and on Tuesday we will be designing quilts with them. It’s a fun night to practice your modern design skills and to have fun with your quilting friends!
We’ll also continue our discussion about the modern mini challenge. This month the topic is quilting tips. If you haven’t had a chance you can still sign up!
Member signup for the fall retreat begins this month. There are 25 spots available. Details at the meeting or on the blog in the recap.
Also, don’t forget to sign up for the April 21 workshop!
Tuesday, March 27
Meet us at Christ Lutheran Church, 311 N Hershey, Normal IL.
Social time starts at 5:30 and the meeting will begin at 6.
Can’t wait to see you!
Here’s what you need to bring!
submitted by Teresa A., Secretary
The Bloomington-Normal Modern Quilt Guilt met on Tuesday, February 27, 2018 at Christ Lutheran Church. Forty-three (43) members were in attendance, and we welcomed three new members, Pam W., Faye Z. and Sue O. Our social refreshments were provided by Lisa F. and Kris Z. who provided us with lots of delicious snacks. President Kathy C. thanked the members who provided this month’s treats.
Kathy C. shared a book which was given to the guild from Studio Art Quilt Associates. It has pictures of quilts, some are from Quilt Con which was held in Pasadena, CA this year.
submitted by Kathy C., President
Hello Modern Quilters,
February is all about curves! The program will feature seven stations with 
demonstrations on cutting, sewing, and glue basting improv and traditional curves.
We’ll also continue our discussion about the modern mini challenge. This month the topic is design tips. If you weren’t at the last meeting you can still sign up!
Ann Unes will have destash fabric for your shopping pleasure. Any member is welcome to bring destash to sell. There is a $10 fee that goes to the guild.
Sign up for the April workshop begins this month– Reserve your spot!
Tuesday, February 27
Meet us at Christ Lutheran Church, 311 N Hershey, Normal IL.
Social time starts at 5:30 and the meeting will begin at 6.
Can’t wait to see you!
Here’s what you need to bring!
Submitted by Teresa A., Secretary
The Bloomington-Normal Modern Quilt Guilt met on Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at Christ Lutheran Church. Thirty-four (34) members were in attendance, and we welcomed two new members, Cathie H. and Sandy S. We also had five (5) guests. Our social refreshments were provided by Julie D. and Teresa A. who provided us with lots of delicious snacks. President Kathy C. thanked the members who provided this month’s treats. Guests were also introduced.
Kathy C announced the dates for our Fall Retreat – October 5 – 8th at the same place as last year in Sherman, IL. You will be able to start signing up for the retreat at our March meeting.
Hello Modern Quilters,
Do you enjoy a challenge? This month we’ll be announcing a Kona color of the year challenge for guild members. Come to find out all the details!
Also Donna and Nancy will have information on our first workshop of the year.
Meet us at Christ Lutheran Church, 311 N Hershey, Normal IL.
Social time starts at 5:30 and the meeting will begin at 6.
Can’t wait to see you!
Hope to also see you at the sewing day on Saturday, January 20th – come for part or all of the day! We will be sewing at the church from 9-3.
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Submitted by Teresa A., Secretary
The Bloomington-Normal Modern Quilt Guilt met on Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at Christ Lutheran Church. Thirty-five (35) members were in attendance, and we welcomed one new member, Rachel D. and three (3) guests. Our social refreshments were provided by Viv B. and Heather B. who served deviled eggs, crackers, carrot chips, dip, and a variety of delicious cookies. President Kathy C. thanked the members who provided this month’s treats. Guests were also introduced.
Remember that the guild now has ten (10) books which can be checked out by members. A $5 deposit is required, and it will be refunded if the book is brought back the following meeting. If not returned the month after borrowing, the deposit will be retained in the library account. See Carol B., is the guild librarian if you would like to check out a book.
Mark your calendars, Viv B. shared there will be a bus trip to the International Quilt Festival on April 12, 2018. There will be more information about the trip at our January meeting.
Submitted by Kathy C., President
Hello Modern Quilters,
Is Modern Traditional one of the types of modern quilting you’d like to know more about? The Modern Quilt Guild has a webinar about that very topic!
At our next meeting, Tuesday, November 28, we’ll be viewing Making Traditional Modern by Shannon Page. This webinar does a great job of both explaining and giving you great ideas for modern traditionalism.
Also, don’t forget that our pouch swap is this month. It’s not too late to make a pouch and participate.
And finally, a reminder that this month we are made blocks for Las Vegas instead of block lotto, and you have the opportunity to bring a modern fat quarter to send to victims of the wildfires that lost their stash. We have a generous guild!
Meet us at Christ Lutheran Church, 311 N Hershey, Normal IL.
Social time starts at 5:30 and the meeting will begin at 6.
Can’t wait to see you!
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