St. Charles Sew In Reminder Notice

at the Moose Lodge, 2250 W Route 38.  Front door will be open by 10 AM.  Bring sewing machine, and quilting supplies....or just come to cut and press!

Notes and pictures of our May/Batavia sew-in

Very nice crowd today!  Some working on finishing tops, some starting new tops.  We again backed a few tops readying for quilting.  Over 18 tops came in today!
Here are some pictures:

Just beautiful...love the different setting and look at the two tops Sandy made---those are her first two!  Good job, Sandy!

Wow, and being I have so much space for more words, I'll make mention of some things we discussed today. 

Batavia Show in July.  We will need people to man this show this year. 

 Opportunity Quilt...If you have a Facebook page and want to help sell raffle tickets, post on your FB page.  I made sales that way



We are looking for quality tops.  Our kits are made up so they'll measure 55 x 65 (the required size for a QOV.  BUT we're assuming you are using a 1/4" seam.

Press---Please press as you go.  Pressing when the top is complete is kinda too late!  and hard to do!

Just reminders to slow down and do a nice job. 

 Martha, great job on the panels and embroidered blocks!

Ideas for the donated stars.   How many would you like :)

Busy Saturday

Took a trip up to Rockford to pick up quilted tops and drop off bundles to be quilted.  AND tops from Alberta to be bundled!!  Always nice seeing you again, Alberta!

 Doug and Gary schlepping the bundles!

Then we were in North Aurora at a welcome home ceremony for Matt.  Thank you Matt for your sacrifice, bravery and service!!

Saturday, May 2, 3 PM, VFW in Batavia

Marine 1st Lt. Matt Johnson, is returning home from Iraq on May 2, 2015. As noted in the Beacon, Batavia VFW is hosting his homecoming. Anyone want to join me in awarding Matt his QOV? Let me know.

It's official!! New QOV sew-ins location starting..........from Pat C

2nd Thursday afternoon/evenings from 3-7 pm (8 pm for cleanup if needed), beginning on May 14.  Roberts (2011 Weber Rd., Crest Hill) has provided us with wonderful cutting, ironing and sewing areas.

It would be great if you could RSVP if you plan to attend, but please come anway if you find yourself free.

We will provide a simple pattern but you may use your own if you wish.  We have some donated material, but again you may use your own.  Don't forget your sewing machine and supplies.  There is much to do -- cutting, ironing, sewing.  I am a very beginner quilter, so don't let lack of experience stop you.

Pat C.

Thank you, Terri and Sew-In reminder notice

Just picked up a very generous fabric donation from Terri D...ALL COLOR SORTED!!!   Our sorters and folders will appreciate this....I know I do :)

AND we have our May sewing day coming up in Batavia at Prairie Shop Quilt Store.  Tuesday, May 5.  Now, I am planning on bringing some patriotic strips.... all trimmed, thank you, Sandy P!!!  Find a pattern, bring it along.  You might want to figure out how many strips you will need....KNOWING we have fewer red than blues.   Adapt your pattern to be pieced 57 x 67 (finished 55 x 65) and we're good!

See you Tuesday!

Thank you

Thank you, Judges of the 19th Judicial Circuit  Lake County for your Liberty Bell Award.  As was said, it's a group effort!  I am proud of our 5 (almost 6) sewing locations, each contributing to covering our veterans thanking them for their bravery, sacrifice and service.  It is our honor and privilege!

QOV sewing day at Sew Generously, St. Charles

blocks we were putting together

Sew Generously hosted a sewing day yesterday.  The pouring rain outside did not detour a nice showing.  We went on and worked on making blocks after an informational "session".  Thank you Sew Generously for your hospitality!  It was fun.  Here are pictures they shared with us:

good to see you back, Patty

What is VTAK

I've been asked what is VTAK..  

Neighbors to the north of us, Waukegan in Lake County, have a program called VTAC (Veterans Treatment and Assistance Court).  Veterans charged with non-violent offenses that are probationable are eligible for VTAC.  This program is a way to keep veterans out of the regular court system and connect them with treatment.  If he/she successfully complies with conditions VTEC imposes, such as completing substance abuse treatment, the case can be dismissed.  We have become a part of their graduation ceremony..They have 6 graduating in April.

Tuesday's Sew in (Yorkville)

Very busy and very productive day Tuesday.  We "backed" and "batted" and kitted!   18 tops ready for the quilter!   By the way, we have lots of quilts ready to be bound and more coming next weekend,  Here are pictures of some of the tops.

See post on this weekend's event at Sew Generously.

Liberty Bell Award....Congrats to all of you!!!

ok, I've known about this for over a month and been told repeatedly to share with you.  I am accepting this on behalf of all of you!  I've said repeatedly, I could never do this alone and I am honored to be amongst you!  Thank you for what you do.  Quite an honor for "us" and if you'd like to attend, you are more than welcome!

Chief Judge John T. Phillips is pleased to announce that the 2015 Liberty Bell Awards will be presented to Rita Pennington (individual award) and to the Affordable Housing Corporation of Lake County (organization award).
This year’s Liberty Bell Individual Award will be bestowed by the 19th Judicial Circuit upon Mrs. Rita Pennington, who started the Land of Lincoln Quilts of Valor [QOV] program in 2004. Mrs. Pennington through her work with QOV has graciously presented over 20 quilts to 19th Judicial Circuit Veterans Treatment and Assistance Court graduates and guests. In addition, she has tirelessly donated her time and has organized monthly sew-ins and Quilts of Valor presentations for veterans statewide, including the gift of numerous quilts to returning military personnel at Great Lakes Naval Base in North Chicago. Rita Pennington has passionately devoted herself to honoring returning veterans and to the enhancement of the court’s Veterans Treatment and Assistance Court since its beginning. The presentation of the quilts during the graduation ceremony is always a poignant moment for the vets and all who witness it. Mrs. Pennington’s commitment demonstrates her outstanding sense of civic responsibility and her generous dedication to our veterans and our community...........
  Originated in Michigan in the ‘60’s, the Liberty Bell Award is given to individuals and/or organizations for their outstanding service and for their dedication to further the administration of justice. The criteria is broad but generally recognizes those who have promoted a better understanding of the rule of law; encouraged a greater respect for law and the courts; stimulated a sense of civic responsibility; and contributed to good government in the community. These awards have been presented by the Circuit Court of Lake County since 1996. The recipients of the award are selected by a vote of the sitting circuit judges of Lake County.
The 2015 Liberty Bell Awards will be presented at the Lake County Bar Association meeting at Waukegan City Hall at 12:15 p.m. on Tuesday, April 28, 2015.

Sew In Reminder notice!!!

Sewing Etc., Tuesday, April 21 is our next sew-in.... If you have a pattern, I'm bringing along some RWB's for cutting. We'll have a couple GO cutters and dies there for your cutting "pleasure". Also have some bundling to do...we'll be busy!! See you around 10 AM.
Rita  ***no rest for the wicked!