Meet Donna Guzy, Champaign, IL

http://illinoishomepage.net/fulltext?nxd_id=334102

Good media coverage going on in Southern Illinois! Good job, Donna.
Rita

RWW in Little Rock

Just returned from the Returning Warrior Workshop in Arkansas. Again, what a privilege. They thank each and every one of you who "made their quilt".

Just posted some pictures---I know you like to see who got your quilt.
Rita

Reminder

Be sure to check the "Basic Information" listed on the right side of this blog for QOV requirements (http://www.qovf.org/content/basic-qov-requirements.html). The minimum size of a QOV is 55 x 65 and no larger than 72 x 90. Most of our machine quilters have businesses and are generously donating their time, not to mention thread and sometimes batting. Also know that the need for female quilts are few. I have a few here waiting for a request for a more feminine quilt. Nothing is worse than seeing a 6 foot guy with a pink quilt! The pillowcases as well should shy away from childish prints or big pink flowers.
Rita

Thank you, Cindi

Picked up another set of PERFECT labels from Embroidery by Cindi. If you ever have the need for embroidered tee shirts, or monogramming, give Cindi a call. (cwaisath@sbcglobal.net) Her machines are humming!
Rita

Sewing Expo March 22-24

As mentioned before, we are going to have a booth at the Sewing Expo this year in Schaumburg. www.sewingexpo.com We could use 4 people per day (more if you don't want to stay the whole day) to man the booth. If we could have two people up front with the signature squares and giving out information; and one or two with the sit and sew area that would be great. This also will allow switching off so you can make the rounds at the show as well. I'll forward more information as I get it. So, if you're going and can sit a few hours, let me know which day...or if you've been thinking of going, come on. I'm thinking this might be our fundraiser this year!
Rita

Rest in Peace, Spc Christopher Patterson

http://beaconnews.suntimes.com/10047151-417/thousands-gather-outside-at-west-aurora-to-salute-fallen-soldier.html

and

http://beaconnews.suntimes.com/photos/galleries/index.html?story=9989256

Great turnout last night

We had a great turnout last night at the sew-in. I counted 14!! Welcome to the newbies!! Without a doubt it was agreed to continue to have these evening sew-ins on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. Bonita said come earlier if you want, so let's start with February 15, from 5:30 - 8. We had a nice show-n-tell from the Gazebo QOV Quilters from Huntley, IL..thank you and come again anytime.
Rita

In the News

This was sent to me by Donna Guzy, Champaign, IL area. Donna is starting a group and is off to a very good start!

http://illinoishomepage.net/fulltext?nxd_id=328462

Sew-in Reminder Notice, January 18, 2012

Where: Prairie Shop Quilts, 1911 W Wilson St., Batavia
Time: 6 - 8 pm
Our first evening QOV sew-in. We will be working on a Disappearing 9-Patch pattern with our favorite Red/Whites and Blues. You'll need your rotary cutter, a small mat and ruler.

Another 2012 Challenge!

Got an idea. Got an extra 2 1/2" square (patriotic preferred, but not necessary)? How about 16? If we collect 35 of these (16 patch) and off set them with a snowball block, we have a required sized QOV!

How about it!

Good blog read

http://navymedicine.navylive.dodlive.mil/archives/1355

Awesome fundraising opportunity

Just received this info today from QOVF. What do you think? Think we can take care of the times of the show at Schaumburg?

I just learned that free booth space for QOVF will be provided if there are local+regional groups to set up and man the booth. This is a wonderful way for us to spread knowledge of our mission. Here is the list of the 5 shows I copied from their website: http://www.sewingexpo.com/