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Library news An Elm Creek Quilts Album consists of three complete novels by Jennifer Chiaverini. Join the Elm Creek Quilters on their continuing adventures through American history past and present, told from the unique perspective of the creative artists known as quilters. The Runaway Quilt revolves around a great grandmother’s log cabin quilt with black central squares that, according to legend, was a sign of sanctuary to escaping slaves. In an effort to locate her mother’s heirloom quilts, The Quilters Legacy takes a road trip cross country investigating antique shops, museums and some unexpected places, where offers of assistance are not always what they seem. The third novel, The Master Quilter, the Elm Creek Quilters celebrate the joys of new beginnings and the ongoing success of their business while they stitch a bridal quilt. As the quilt blocks accumulate, the burdens of closely guarded secrets strain the bonds of friendship.

W. Kelley (Irish, of course)

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MARCH 2018 HILL ‘N HOLLLOW QUILTERS GUILD Volume 34, Issue 3

President’s Article

Well, again... we went long on the meeting. I think once we get word out there about all the new things we'll be doing this year, things will move along more quickly. If everyone will read the newsletter and check things on the web site to know what's going on, then we won't need to go over things so much during meetings. Peggy works hard to get all the information on the web site, so we need to take advantage of it. If there's something you'd like to see put on our site, please remember that things are supposed to be approved by the board first. When approved, the board will ask Peggy to implement things. Remember, we have Harriett for anyone who wants to make suggestions. The guild has many interesting and informative things going on this year. I hope many of the members will participate. Margie

WINNERS!

Talk about Winners!

What to Know: Board Meeting (1:00) Feb 7 General Meeting (9:30) Feb 9 Night Meeting (6:00) Feb 13 Don’t Forget! No needles, pins or gum allowed in the Family Life Center. Inside This Issue: Committee Updates Library p.1 Night Mtgs p.2 Community Quilts p.2 Website p.2 Programs p.3,4,5 Minutes p.6,7 Ad p. 7 Nearby Events p. 7 ALSO, The full calendar of programs and classes are listed on the website. As changes inevitably occur, check there regularly to get the latest data. Articles are due on the 19th of the month.

Send articles to the newsletter editor at, miketbreton@gmail.com

Peggy Moody and Mary Spilman were the door prize winners last month. This is the second month in a row that Mary’s won. Ask her to pick out a lottery number for you!

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CommunityQuilts Quilts:

Hello again from the Community Quilts Chairperson. Thank you for your generous donation of 13 community quilts during the February Guild meeting. For those of you not able to attend the February meeting, I will recap the news from Community Quilts. I know that it can be difficult to make an entire

quilt at times, so how about just one or two blocks?? I am going to continue to ask for string-pieced blocks which are 101/2 inches unfinished. I will have precut muslin at my table for those who need it. I have also started requesting a new block pattern which I showed at the Guild meeting. The block requires 3 colors, light, medium and dark. You may choose your own colors. The full pattern for this easy block is in the Members Only section of the website and I will have paper copies for those who need them. We will work on collecting blocks from this pattern for a few months till we get enough to make several quilts, then we will change to a new pattern. Connie Randall also demonstrated a great and easy way to make a baby quilt at the February night Guild meeting. She made up 10 kits and handed them out, to be returned as a finished baby quilt to Community Quilts. What a great lady!!! Thank you Connie! I will have this pattern available at the March meeting. I am working on a place to hold a sew-in or cut-in. More news to come on that!! Thanks again to all you wonderful quilters! Sandy Allenbaugh

Sandy Allenbaugh

NIGHT MEETING Hello members, Another fun time was had at the February night meeting. The program was on making Three Baby Quilt tops in a Day. Also, how to make a fringed binding. There were also several kits ready to take home and finish. All the pre-made kits were taken and will be returned in April. Thank you members. There was a new member that signed up and we welcomed Charity Beckley to our Guild. She is a long arm quilter and excited to help out in anywhere she can. We also welcomed a guest, Sammie Vinson. Committee reports were presented by Sharon Crozier, Quilting 101, Darlene Landrum, UFO challenge and Carol Lewis, member classes. The door prize was won by Marge Schill. Barb Skeffington shared an article about bleeding of fabric and holding your template on fabric by using surgical tape. Very good information for all. Next month, March, there will not be a night meeting due to the retreat. The night meetings will resume in April. The program will be presented by Connie Martin Connie Randall

WEBSITE INSIGHTS I'm in the process of changing the current password. This may take me several days, so you might try the old one first and then try the new one. If for some reason, you have an urgent need for any Members Only info and can't get in, contact me and I will assist! Our new password for this year has been sent to each member. As a reminder for those still wanting to finish Margaret's 2017 Mystery Quilt, I will leave the documents up for another month under Members Only. I recommend that you download the documents for your files so you aren't short when I do remove the Mystery Quilt from the website. Margaret's presentation and my overview of the websites are posted under 2018 Programs (Members Only) with the NEW password. Judy wants to remind everyone that the first 4 blocks for the Quilt Along will be due at the 9 March day meeting. More information can be found on our website under the Farm Girl Vintage tab. Have fun creating!

Warm aloha,

Peggy

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PROGRAM UPDATES MARCH PROGRAM

Judy Spahn will be presenting a trunk show and giving us some pointers on Design and how her quilts evolve. It should be a very inspiring program!

QUILT APPRAISALS I will start making appointments for quilt appraisals at the March 9 Guild meeting. Alice McElwain, a certified quilt appraiser from Bella Vista, Arkansas will be available Thursday afternoon, May 10. She will be at the Donald W. Reynolds Library in the Knox Community Room B at 1:30 p.m. Appraisals are $50 for each quilt and takes about 30 minutes. I have a form she requests you complete for her about your quilt prior to the appraisal. I will ask you to pay the $50 fee, prior to May 10, so that we will not be violating the library's rules. You do not have to pay at sign up, just so I receive payment prior to the scheduled appraisal. Checks should be payable to Alice McElwain, or you may pay in cash. You will receive receipts for your payments. She can issue appraisals for insurance purposes, fair market value or for donation. Looking forward to your signing up!

Carol Lewis 2018 RAFFLE QUILT TICKETS

Yes, it's time for the 2018 Raffle Quilt to be revealed to the Guild members. Each year's raffle quilt is the Guild's only fundraiser. The funds received help the Guild finance quilting classes, workshops, programs, and our community quilts project. Tickets are $1 each or 6 tickets for $5. We all need to roll up our sleeves to sell the raffle tickets personally, and to help at the various venues where the quilt will be displayed for ticket sales. Or, you may choose to have your name on all 24 of the tickets by donating the $20. Your help will be appreciated! Your 24 tickets will be available for you to pickup at the March meeting from Joyce Linhoff and Carol Lewis. Of course if you need more than 24 tickets – we'll have them for you!!!!!!

Joyce Linhoff

Carol Lewis

Hill ’n Hollow 2018 CHALLENGE

This year’s theme is: “AWWWW, SPRING” 1. Item may be no larger than 36” x 42” and no smaller than 18’ x18.”

2. Item may be pieced, appliqued, or hand/machine embroidered.

3. Item may be a pillow or purse.

4. Item may be realistic, cartoonish, or whimsical.

5. Item must be quilted, finished, and ready to display.

6. All color combinations are acceptable.

7. Express yourselves!!

Fine Print:

All items need to be completed and turned in at the September 14th, 2008 meeting. Your entry will be viewed and

voted on during the break of the September meeting. There will be a $25 gift certificate for first place, a $15 gift

certificate for second place, and a $10 gift certificate for third place. Winners will be announced before the end of the

meeting.

MYSTERY QUILTS DE-MYSTIFIED

The irrepressible Margaret Wilburn viewing several of the fifteen examples of HER mystery quilt. Great work everyone, such color, such variety, such creativity. In addition to designing the quilts, Margaret offered to quilt one of the contenders for free. Sue Herron won the drawing…you lucky girl!

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Members Teaching Members (MTM) CLASSES We are so fortunate to have so Many Talented Members willing to teach us new and interesting patterns, techniques, and projects. Some of the classes for this year are paper piecing and English paper piecing, hand and machine appliqué, a patchwork bear, class tote, folded flowers, divided basket, new Dresdens, drafting circles, new awesome quilt design, secrets to making mini quilts, methods for making triangles, using your walking foot, making braided borders, machine binding, new bags and totes, and working with crayons on your fabric. Wow!!! We are currently taking signups for classes through April. Those classes are: Quilt As You Go by Judy Jensen, 2/27 and 4/24; Box Car Tote by Carolyn Seigal, 3/5; Drafting Radiating Designs by Judy Spahn, 3/22; Machine Appliqué by Sharon Crozier, 3/26; Perfecting Machine Binding by Mary Hazel, 4/5. We have samples at the day meetings so you can see what you will make and all the classes are held at the Seventh Day Adventist Church on Hwy. 62 West. We are so grateful to them for the use of their wonderful space. All classes are non-refundable unless they are cancelled by HNH. Joyce Linhoff will be available at night meetings to take signups. You must pay for your class at the time you signup to ensure you have a space. All three local shops have copies of the supply lists. If you let them know that you will be shopping with them, I’m sure they will be happy to get what supplies you need. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn new things and even if you think you don’t need to learn anything new, it’s a great way to get out and have fun with your fellow HNH members. For $5, it’s the cheapest fun you can have!

The Professor Laying out the Geese TRIANGLES, led by Darlene Landrum, kicked off the 2018 MTM classes at the Seventh Day Adventist church meeting room on Monday, February 12th. The triangle shape is basic to so many designs that this was a great topic which can be utilized many times over. This premiere MTM event was attended by 20 eager learners. With varying degrees of skills, the students were able to follow Darlene’s instruction. For those who struggled, there was plenty of help from neighboring students and Darlene. First came Half Square Triangles (HSTs) with Darlene modeling the steps as she lectured. Written instructions/diagrams were handed out for future reference, but the emphasis was on learning by doing. The first of four methods of making the HSTs went rapidly but was then followed by three more methods to make the HSTs. With such options the students were able to choose which method is best for their time, skill, and equipment. After a brief lunch break, the class continued with just three methods to make Quarter Square Triangles, then closed with how-to instructions on two ways to make the Flying Geese patterns. So, all in all NINE different ways to manage triangles, Wowsa!

Conquer Free-Motion Quilting on Your Own Time! Tech-savvy quilters who keep an eye on the internet and the quilt world know Angela Walters and Leah Day, their fabulous free-motion quilting, their books and their videos. They do a wonderful job of inspiring beginners and cheering people who are working to sharpen their skills. Angela has started a new “Free-Motion Quilt-Along” on YouTube.com. There’s a quilt top pattern (I am using plain cloth with the squares marked in water-soluble marker), and she shares the tools she uses in each video. And although she’s best-known for her long arm machine work, she’s demonstrating the techniques on a domestic machine. So if you want to quilt along and learn these skills, this is a great opportunity. It’s FREE! Just log onto YouTube.com and search for Angela Walters. You’ll have an opportunity to subscribe to her YouTube channel, which will bring notifications to your inbox when each new episode is posted.

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Leah also has quilting videos on YouTube.com, but many of hers feature quilting with your walking foot. With a walking foot, the feed dogs and walking foot help you maintain control of your stitch length, although you will have less freedom to create curves. She offers lots of handy tips for managing the quilt and creating lovely designs. Many more quilters have posted videos on YouTube that you can watch when it’s convenient for you . . . over and over, if necessary (ask me how I know about that). They will help you learn to quilt on your domestic machine. Not only will it save quilting dollars (every dollar saved means more fabric!), but it will give you more control over the finished product. So make 2018 the year YOU conquer machine quilting.

Vicki Kauth

QUILT ALONG* CHALLENGE

FARM GIRL VINTAGE 2018-19 QUILT ALONG

By Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet

The Farm Girl Vintage Quilt Along officially began February 9, 2018. There are a total of 48 blocks which can be 6” or 12” blocks, your choice. You may make all the different blocks from

the book or you may make 48 of the same block. But, you must complete and bring to the Guild meeting 4 new completed blocks each month. As an incentive, each month that you keep up

with the quilt along, your name will go into a drawing for a great prize. We will draw a winner in June 2018, October 2018, and February 2019. If you bring your completed top to the April 2019 day meeting, your name will go into the drawing for the grand prize, yet to be determined!

So, here’s how it works: Beginning with the March 9, 2018, meeting and continuing through the

February 2019 meeting, you must complete and display 4 different blocks from the FGV book. That is a total of 48 blocks. This is an honor system. All those with four new completed blocks will come up to the front and display their block. They will then put their name in for the

drawing. If you wish to follow the Quilt Along exactly, we will be following the book, with the first four blocks beginning on Page 8.

This is a great stash buster quilt. Scraps work great. Use any fabrics that appeal to you. There are additional blocks for purchase on the Fat Quarter Shop website for $5.95 each. You may

include these new blocks, but you don’t have to. Absolutely any of the blocks from the book may be used as long as you make 48. Google “Fat Quarter Shop” and search “Farm Girl Vintage” and

you will find 14 additional blocks for the FGV quilt. They are downloadable. According to the book:

6” blocks = 62” x 76” quilt 12” blocks - 92” x 92” (requires 49 blocks)

I suggest you attach sashing as you go to the top and right side of each block. This saves a lot of time and effort when piecing your quilt together. The top is due at the April 2019 meeting in

order to qualify for the grand prize.

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Hill ‘N Hollow Quilters Guild General Meeting Minutes

February 9, 2018 President Margie Dotson called the meeting to order at 9:38 a.m. 73 members were in attendance and 1 guest. Judy Breckenridge from Cave City, AR. visited the guild today. There were 12 birthdays and 3 anniversaries to celebrate this month. Ann Mann is engaged to be married. The date will be July 21st... 12 community quilts were in the Parade of Quilts this month. Secretary’s Report: Donna Bohaty: Donna read the following corrections for the January general meeting minutes. 1. Library: Wanda Kelley and Sandy Butler are co-chairs of the library. 2. Community Quilts: Sandy Allenbaugh explained that credit towards a pin will be given if 5 baby quilts or 1 twin size quilt is turned in. The twin size quilt counts as 2 baby quilts.3. Communications: Mike Breton explained that all the chairs under him had not been filled. A MOTION to approve the minutes was made by Bonnie Ratzel, seconded by Maureen Forster. Motion was approved with corrections. Treasurer’s Report: Donna Mullaney: Hearing no corrections or additions the treasurer’s report will be filed for audit. Margie explained the budget will be ready for the March meeting. Margie asked for volunteers to make the raffle quilt for 2019. Maureen Forster and Roxine Burch volunteered. Quilting 101/102: Vicki Kauth/Sharon Crozier: Vicki explained the Class 101 is for beginners and will cost $25 and will be held at the 7th Day Adventist Church on Monday April 30th, May 14th and the 28th. The 101 classes are straight line and rectangles sewing. Quilting 102 will be the next step after 101. The class will be on triangles, stars, pinwheels and mitered corners and borders. This class is also $25. The classes will also be held at the 7th Day Adventist Church, on Thursday June 14th, 21st, and the 28th. Workshop: Diana Arikan: Diana explained that Lola Jenkins who was scheduled for September has had to cancel. There will only be one workshop now in October. The workshop will be presented by Cathy Brown of the Teacher’s Pet. Community Quilts: Sandy Allenbaugh: Sandy stated she is always amazed with the quilts turned in every month and thanked everyone for doing this. Sandy explained she will have muslin blocks available to continue to make string blocks. She also showed some blocks of the Eureka pattern from which quilts can be made. Photos will be on the website. There are also patterns available. If you did not receive your pin for the donated quilts, Sandy has them. Please come by and pick yours up. UFO: Darlene Landrum: Darlene explained that the rules are the same as before and are on the website. When registering your UFO it costs $1 each. After 10 quilts have been finished, then a drawing will be held for a $10 gift certificate from one of the local quilt shops. Challenge: Veloris Hipp: The theme is AW! Spring! Veloris asked that labels not be put on the entry. Judging is to be on the entry not the person. She showed some examples. The judging will be at the September meeting. Members Teaching Members: ($5 classes) Judy Jensen: Today is the last day to sign up for the first 3 classes. The binding class will have 2 sessions one in the morning till noon and then the afternoon class will be 1-4. You can start signing up for the May classes. All classes are at the 7th Day Adventist Church, no refunds but you can find a replacement. All the quilt shops have been given the supply lists. Remember to bring your lunch. Judy has handouts for the Farm Girl Vintage Farmhouse monthly sew along. The handout is also on the website. Judy explained the rules of The Sew Along. Night Liaison: Connie Randall: A volunteer is needed to take photos at the night meeting. At the January meeting Ditty Bags were shown. The February program will be Make a Quilt in a Day. There will not be a March evening meeting because of the Retreat. Connie Martin will be doing the April program, Jodi McCray, Judy Jensen and Sandy Allenbaugh will also be doing programs. Website: Peggy Moody: Peggy showed how to navigate the website and also explained My Grove. It was very informative.

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Martelli: Carol Lewis: Carol explained that for the August presentation by the Martelli Co. members do not have to register. Only other guilds or non-members need to sign up. This is only needed so we have enough seating. Remember we need 100 people in attendance in order to have the raffle drawing for the demo table. 2017 Mystery Quilt: Margaret Wilburn: Margaret had everyone who participated in the Mystery come up and showed their tops. Margaret had a drawing for her to quilt the top free of charge. The winner was Sue Herron. Program: So You Want to Make Purses, Bags, Wallets, Etc. Margaret Wilburn: Margaret gave a wonderful and informative program on all the different materials needed in making a bag. She passed around many samples and also a handout with information. Door Prizes: Sandy Oreschnigg: The drawing for 2 door prizes was held and they were won by Mary Spilman and Peggy Moody. Show & Tell: Margie Dotson showed the new pins for the Show & Tell. 6 quilts and 1 Quilt of Valor were shown by the members. It is always enjoyable to see what our talented members have been making. Adjourn: A Motion was made by Annie Wagar to adjourn and seconded by Bonnie Landis. Motion approved. Meeting adjourned at 12:00 noon. Next meeting will be March 9, 2018. Respectfully Submitted, Donna Bohaty Secretary

FOR SALE SERGER, Eclipse Baby Lock BLE1, $100. Maureen Forster, 870-405-6901, quiltmaur@yahoo.com

NEARBY EVENTS

ROAD TRIP!! Just thirty minutes north of Mountain Home is the Gainesville Historium on the Gainesville Square. The Historium is a local history/genealogy center that periodically hosts exhibitions. On display starting February first will be “The Best of Both Worlds: The Hand and Machine Quilting of Two Sisters.” Donna Lemons specializes in marvelous machine quilting while her sister, Martha Martin, has provided many hand quilted masterpieces. You’ll marvel at the creativity, the techniques, and the local color and stories that go along with these thirty inspirational works. Martha quilts regularly with a group in Dora, Missouri, while Donna wears out her long arm machine near Dora. The Historium is open from 10-2 Monday through Friday. The show will forever be gone after March 15, so make some plans to bring along some friends. There is no charge for this opportunity to see such fantastic, local craftsmanship. Lunch is available on or near the square at Deb & Lou’s Cafe, The Barbeque Trailer, or the Farmhouse Boutique.

“Blessed are the Piece Makers” Quilt Show 2018 $7 Admission

April 13, 9 a.m.–6:00 p.m. April 14, 9 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Bella Vista Assembly of God Church

1771 Forest Hills Blvd. Bella Vista, AR http://calicocutups.com

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Winter in the Ozarks Feb 1,8,15,22, Boone County Quilters No Charges, Mar 1, 8 First United Methodist Church no Pre-Registr.

8:45 1100 W. Bower Harrison, AR

All Modern Quilt Show April 13, 2018

9 a.m. to 6 p.m

April 14, 2018 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Northwest Arkansas Modern Quilt Guild Southside Church of Christ 919 S. Dixieland Rd

Rogers, AR

www.nwqmqg.blogspot. com

Hill ‘N Hollow Quilters Guild PO Box 1005 Mountain Home, AR 72654 www.hillnhollowquilters.com