Guild Newsletter - no sewing today

I did not get to sew a stitch or even open a quilting book or magazine all day. I have volunteered to do the Newsletter for my guild and worked all day on the computer, veryyyyy tiring but several members have responded they rec'd and were able to open the file. Leaving tomorrow for Dallas Quilt Show, staying til Sat night with my precious daughter and family. My sister is going  with me, we will have sooooo much fun! Now I don't have to have the newsletter on my mind!
Happy Quilting!
Colleen

Has your quilt guild hosted a BAZAAR?

Please comment with information about organizing a BAZAAR, etc. Our guild Stitching Memories in Duncan, Oklahoma has a quilt show every other year. We are wanting to have a Bazaar in the alternate years, we haven't done this before. A few of our members have attended quilt Bazaar's before and are sharing that information. Please share with me what your Guild does to plan and prepare for such an event. I would like to have your info and ideas before Thursday August 12, our meeting date.
Thank you for helping us plan!
Colleen

Stitching Memories Quilt Guild donation quilts

Last night I attended quilt guild, there were about 45 people attending. We had a speaker from the local Youth Shelter. Our guild has made 83 quilts and 30 pillowcases to donate. Each child who goes through the shelter leaves with a quilt. That is so heartwarming to know that we will touch so many children who need to know they are loved.
I joined Stitching Memories Quilt Guild only last month. When the sewing day was announced I was unable to attend so I donated 3 quilt tops that were complete. It was very rewarding to see them quilted and bound and ready to go to a child. I am so proud to be a part of this amazing group of women and one gentleman who are willing to give their time and talents for others.

Furry girls in their winter sweaters

Saying goodbye to Bridgette 4-11-1998 / 11-1-2009

Our oldest mini schnauzer Bridgette went across the Rainbow Bridge yesterday. Kidneys starting to fail again and red blood cells extremely low. She had lost a lot of weight and we knew it was time to let her relax and be with Millicent ( her sister ) I am sure Millicent is licking Bridgettes ears again as she always tried to take the best care of her little sister. Bridgette was 11 1/2 yrs old, born 3 days after our first grand daughter Abbey.

Samantha and Taffeta are visibly depressed, so I moved Bridgette's favorite bed from the den to the laundry room/kennel. They are both curled up together now, I think we will all be alright.