Checking in

Getting ready for another sew-in soon. The quilts haven't been picked up yet from the Great Lakes personnel....maybe they'll just wait until our next sew-in on April 5th??

Can't wait to show you another block using our 2 1/2" strips that I learned while in AZ a couple weeks ago. Was at the "3 Dudes Quilt Shop" and one of them was demonstrating his new pattern. If you're ever in the Phoenix/Mesa area be sure to check out their shop. Here is one of the pictures I took of just one of the layouts.

Rita

A note from Vicki re Beloit sew-in held March 2nd

Rita

We had another successful day at the Beloit meeting of Land of Lincoln Quilts of Valor. There were 8 of us and we had a great day. The day consisted of our normal show and tell and then down to work. Lunch of course was on the agenda and as always it was delicious. I am proud to say that I came home with 8 quilts for Quilts of Valor and 1 quilt that will go the local Veterans Homeless Shelter (Tina's project). Also Tina kept two tops for two other long arm quilters that volunteered to do a quilt. So 10 quilts total for Quilts of Valor. I must admit that these quilts were not all completed at the sew in - these are very dedicated ladies that sew at home and then sew as a group. They are simply THE BEST.

Vicki

RECORD BREAKING!!! 21

21 at the sew-in today!! WOW. I just got home but when I get pictures from Connie, I'll share. Sorry our sailors weren't able to join us..want me to let you know when they come to pick them up at my house?

Thank you, Thank you for all your help.....OH...and the food!! MaryJane, the soups, desserts, salad ALL very good!! So, send me recipes so we can share.

Rita