Happy New Year to all Quilters.
A catch up on the end of 2015 saw us with a workshop on a 'quilt as you go block' taught by Kate Smith at our November meeting and our annual Christmas Bash in December.
The 'quilt as you go block' involved a lot of ironing and sewing close to the edge but produced an effective diamond pattern if you were careful. The pattern was originally produced by Pat Lumsdale as part of a 'cheat block' lap quilt and can be found on her website.
Our Christmas get-together is all about sharing food and conversation which we may not be able to do quite as much of at our other meetings when we are busy sewing. We usually include a small project as part of the evening and this year we made small Christmas tree ornaments in the shape of a drum with added beaded trimming. Very festive, I think you will agree.
So to 2016. This will be busy year for us as we prepare for our exhibition on the 14th May, to take place at Kings Manor, Exhibition Square, York. Please put this date in your diaries and come along and support us as all our proceeds go to charity.
May I wish you all the best for 2016 and Happy Quilting.
