Around the Valley Oct 31, 2009
There will be handmade quilts, jewelry, bath salts, knitted and crocheted items, baked goods and much more. Volunteers needed. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Christmas parade Dec. 5 Oct 31, 2009
Other events in the planning stage are the First Annual Thorndale Car Show and Airing of the Quilts on March 27, 2010. This event will be held in conjunction with the Annual Louis Run motorcycle event sponsored by Rodenbeck Farm and Ranch. (Thorndale Champion, TX)
Folk art festival in Marlborough this weekend Oct 29, 2009
Visitors will enjoy the wares from some of America s most talented and decorated artisans including handcrafted furniture, quilts, artwork, jewelry as well as handmade soaps, candles and more. For the second year, The Folk Art Festival of New England will give back to the community by hosting a special raffle one of a kind pieces donated by the exhibitors to benefit The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Framingham and The Autism Resource Center of Central Massachusetts. (Hudson Sun, MA)
Mary Harriet Berghaus Oct 28, 2009
In her spare time she enjoyed gardening, making quilts and sewing, as well as knitting and making dried arrangements and wreaths. She also liked volunteering at Presbyterian Manor where she held bible studies and devotionals. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Tech talk forges human bonds across generations Oct 27, 2009
An ardent quilter, Fowler s first laptop lesson focused on organizing downloaded files that contained photos of quilts. During her computer training Fowler methodically chronicles instructions. (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
Dimon bio is a fun read that's flattering, but not gushy Oct 26, 2009
Last Man Standing: The Ascent of Jamie Dimon and JPMorgan Chase (Simon & Schuster, $28, 352 pages), the meticulously researched new book by Duff McDonald, quilts together Dimon anecdotes from more than four dozen first-person sources. The result is a business bio that's flattering but not fawning. (USA Today -- Money)
Destination New Baltimore Oct 25, 2009
There were handmade jewelry, chalk placemats, soaps, photographs, mittens, quilts, herbal eye masks and more ... Lyn Gubnitsky exhibited exquisitely detailed quilts and Erica Portrzeba set up a collection of photographs from her goatherd and handed out samples of homemade cheese. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
A ‘hug from home’ Oct 25, 2009
The guild regularly donates custom quilts to soldiers overseas, but a few members had voiced concerns that they could only guess who exactly was receiving them. Members of the guild are planning to put together a personal quilt for Plybon to use while he is in the hospital, and will attempt to expedite the process by using an electric quilting machine, which is not normal practice for the group. (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
Elizabeth Benson Conant Oct 24, 2009
All of the clothes, sweaters and quilts she made for each of us are filled with her love, faith and devotion. Her keen sense of humor, love of nature, family and friends will be kept alive in our hearts and memories forever. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Boxborough seminar offers energy saving options Oct 24, 2009
Use honeycomb blinds for sunny rooms and window quilts for cold weather. Look for the Energy Star label. (Acton Beacon, MA)
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He also said his organization is part of the Pencils for Peace, program, which sends school supplies to children overseas and Operation Quilt, a program that provides quilts for the troops. Individuals and groups in the community make them, he said. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
The Telepathic Tabernacle - Week Eight Oct 23, 2009
The rest of this week's quivering quilts of queerness. STRAIGHT UP. (Washington State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Pleasantview Benefit Sale Friday, Saturday Oct 22, 2009
Thursday, October 22, 2009. Jim Yoder raises bean dust Monday as he harvests some of the best soybeans hes seen. (Kalona News, IA)
First year feels like a “stitch in time” for Creative Quilts and More Oct 22, 2009
First year feels like a stitch in time for Creative Quilts and More ... With one year under her belt, Kay Schlichting, owner of Creative Quilts and More, has come to see her business as a platform for numerous opportunities and service, rather than solely a strategic career move ... Oct. 6 marked the first anniversary for Britt's Creative Quilts and More. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Lila Wollmann Oct 21, 2009
Lila and Molly spent many hours working together on projects, which included 12 quilts. Lila was proud to be the adopted grandma for Julia and Jordan. (Freeman Courier, SD)
Fresno fair strategy brings rise in attendance Oct 21, 2009
The Big Fresno Fair by the numbers60 lambs born 63 animals adopted at SPCA booth 100 gallons of soap used at hand-wash stations 128 chicks hatched 155 homemade quilts displayed 500 children tried Mutton Bustin 558 animals sold at auction 1,000 pounds of sugar used for cotton candy 18,000 pounds of corn dogs consumed. Fresno Fair Pulls Up Stakes. (Fresno Bee)
Masterpieces of the Universe Oct 21, 2009
Goldman Sachs-VP-turned-author Lisa Endlich that s (GS) art collection is unusual," including enormous weathervanes, daguerreotypes and a wide variety of patchwork quilts. Another book that pieces by Andy Warhol, Frank Stella, and Mel Bochner dot the halls. A former art consultant a work by Jenny Holzer, placed near the cafeteria, that read buckets of blood/corporate greed, and was taken down (but not sold) after two weeks. Credit: originalprints.com 6 of 7 Lehman Brothers:... (Slate)
Saint Vincent gives out sleep sacks to newborns Oct 19, 2009
-Keep pillows, quilts, comforters and stuffed toys out of the crib. They can cover your baby's face, even if the infant is lying on his or her back. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Omarion Mayo, 6, of Lake City holds on tight to his steed during Triple J Pony Rides. He rode a pony and more at the Southside Recreation Center Homecoming Friday. ANTONIA ROBINSON/ Lake City Reporter Oct 18, 2009
More than 160 quilts from all over the area are on display and for sale. There are 12 different categories featured, from large pieced quilts to childrens ... People can be reminded of the types of quilts their grandmother made, and they can purchase them, he said. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Violet Rose Stevenson Oct 17, 2009
She was known for her beautiful quilts, was a talented oil painter and was always up for a good game of cards. She is survived by her husband, Gale Stevenson; daughters, Connie and Chuck Brook of Medford, Linda and Tom Malmay of LaPine and Jane and Oku Shigeo of Coquille; stepson, Gary Stevenson; her brothers and sisters, William Bud Loshbaugh, Betty Lunan and John Loshbaugh; six grandchildren, Andrea, Krystal, Lee, Christopher, Marshelle and Kim; one great-grandchild, Haley; and many nieces and... (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Three Cheers: Quilt guild indebted to contributors Oct 17, 2009
To Katie McCollum, featured quilter, thank you for displaying your many quilts. Your efforts were vital to the success of our show. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
Quilts, marching bands, piano, mayhem Oct 17, 2009
More than 50 quilts in every size, pattern and color imaginable are on display today from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Piece by Piece Quilt Club's annual show ... Once inside, there are more than 50 quilts to appreciate, from pink elephants and florals to pumpkin patchwork and a lone star log cabin ... This year, the group made three large quilts for the new Hospice Home, as well as the "Sunbonnet Sue" quilt bordered in yellow that is this year's show raffle prize. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
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Discussion : Quilts, marching bands, piano, mayhem ... Quilts, marching bands, piano, mayhem. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Rainy Saturday a boon for LCC bazaar Oct 16, 2009
Oyadomori said he doesn t know how long the church has been hosting the event that offers for sale local style crafts, baked goods, sushi, nishime, fresh produce, plate lunches, shave ice, quilts and an assortment of rummage from the community. The quilts are the featured items here, said Pam Madacey, the co-chair of the bazaar for the past four years ... We have lots of quilts that are given by the Friends of Julie Yukimura. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Sew Piece-ful quilt show on Nov. 7 Oct 16, 2009
It donates homemade quilts, aprons, placemats and other needed items to the House of Hope and displays its works at the Douglas High School Library and in the Children s Room of the Douglas Public Library ... There is free admission and the quilts will be on display until November 21. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
5 antiquing spots in the Southeast Oct 16, 2009
Antiques Inc. carries furniture, art and china, but many people visit for its selection of quilts. Westwood Antiques on Whittaker Drive is a sprawling building, with more than 6,000 square feet dedicated to china, silver, art and furniture. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Church roundup Oct 16, 2009
Local artist exhibits, pottery, jewelry, needlework design, quilts, flower arrangements, face painting, an oompah band and German food. Admission price is one can of food for the Athens Area Food Bank. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Mary F. Shely Oct 16, 2009
Mary was very well known for her quilting and won awards for her homemade quilts. She was very family oriented and was a wonderful mother and wife. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Fall bazaar benefits fire department, senior lock-in Oct 16, 2009
Items for purchase include wood crafts, hand-made soaps, quilts, woven rugs, silk floral, pillows, country crafts, hand painted milk cans and saws, jewelry, books by local authors (on hand to sign them, too. and hundreds of holiday items. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Mountain vistas Oct 16, 2009
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Art students leave dog bone where hotel once stood Oct 15, 2009
Where a resort hotel and later a veterans hospital once stood, there's now a giant dog bone. It's part of an installation of site-specific outdoor sculptures created by Augusta State University students on grounds owned by the Morris Museum of Art. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Guild donates quilts to shelter Oct 15, 2009
"Normally we donate around 30 lap-robes to the VA and 30 quilts to Camp BeginAgain," Stabler said ... "I was so happy when we got enough blocks back to make three quilts," Stabler said. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Annual quilt exhibit at Depot Oct 15, 2009
This year s display consists of quilts and needlecraft items from the Depot Museum collection, owned by the Historic Lake Wales Society, as well as those on loan from other generous citizens in the area ... A Stitch in Time will exhibit quilts from the 18th century to the modern day ... There are several beautiful wall hangings, and quilts with embroidery and appliqu. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Around Oconee: Signup deadline nears Oct 14, 2009
The shop has handmade crocheted items, handmade quilts, teddy bears, handmade jewelry, table runners, cookbooks and more. Fall and Christmas items are available. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Radio auction begins Oct. 26 Oct 14, 2009
Other great items up for bid are a homemade dulcimer, purses, baked goods, and a couple of handmade quilts. Many other exciting items will also be up for bid each day. (Camden Chronicle, TN)
MARIE ELIZABETH McDUFFEE, (1937 - 2009), born in Colorado and recently residing in Green Valley, Arizona, is survived by her loving husband of fifty three years Robert Lee McDuffee. Oct 14, 2009
She often made quilts and hand knitted layette sets for the St. Andrews Children s Clinic. Known for her outstanding quilting talents, Marie also created a number of heirloom quilts for friends and family that will be cherished in her absence. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Preserving the past Oct 13, 2009
5 million historic objects such as flags, quilts, and Native American pottery and over 4. 7 million pieces of artwork. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Stitches and Stuff: Group quilts Oct 13, 2009
Perhaps there are long-time quilters who have taken many classes, read lots of technique books and made hundreds of quilts. Another member might be a beginner this is hopefully not her first but, say, third quilt and she s never taken a class but she s eager to learn from the pros. (Longview Daily News, WA)
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Stitches and Stuff: Group quilts ... Perhaps there are long-time quilters who have taken many classes, read lots of technique books and made hundreds of quilts. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Blankets of Love for Camp Dragonfly Oct 13, 2009
Our Community Quilters have been making quilts and blankets for Project Linus since March 2009. We all look forward to spending our Wednesdays doing what we love best, quilting and crocheting for children. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Austerlitz celebrates an old-fashioned autumn Oct 12, 2009
There were also demonstrations and displays of quilts and quilt making, as well as weaving with a loom ... Margy works both from her home in Austerlitz and part-time at the Foofsique Quilting Emporium in Chatham, and went on to say that she was thrilled to be helping out the Historical Society with an event like this, and was glad to have the chance to show her quilts. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
The simple pleasures Oct 12, 2009
I wish I could be a child again for a few hours, snuggle down in the depths of her feather bed, cover myself with her quilts and let her nurse me back to health. I thought about her earlier this week as I struggled to rock Noah. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
An oasis for families in need Oct 11, 2009
The beds had hand-made quilts. Conway said after returning from the hospital during her stay she went down to the dining room for a 5 p.m. meal. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Running and Breeding Alpacas for Fl... Oct 11, 2009
Alpaca fleece is used in clothing and inside of quilts, and courser fleece is used in carpets and car seat covers. Breeding alpacas is a thriving industry in many countries including Australia, Canada, England, France, Israel, New Zealand, Poland and the United States. (Suite101.com)
Creative stitchery: Area quilters add art to their craft Oct 10, 2009
But thats what sets the traditional quilt apart from some of the quilts that will be in the Pins es: Creative Quilting exhibition at the Kings Art Center from Oct. 10Saturday to Nov. 28 ... Hanford quilter Anna Koelewyn has only been making art quilts for two years, but says she now enjoys it more than traditional quilting ... I think its the creativity of it; after a while you do so many traditional quilts you start to get bored, said Koelewyn, who started quilting 11 years ago... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Suffragette march marks centenary Oct 10, 2009
It is the culmination of a summer of activities that has seen traditional protest banners and quilts being made, and a major exhibition about the movement at Edinburgh museum. Tram works mean the procession cannot follow the original route along Princes Street but it will start at Brunsfield Links from noon and finish at the top of Calton Hill. (BBC News -- UK)
Focus shorts Oct 10, 2009
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• Save some dough during tough times: plarn it! Oct 10, 2009
Every day, scarves are getting shorter, quilts are becoming thinner, and a little less glitter graces the pages of scrapbooked memories ... Every day, scarves are getting shorter, quilts are becoming thinner, and a little less glitter graces the pages of scrapbooked memories. (Juneau Empire)
Obituaries for Thursday, October 8 Edition Oct 9, 2009
She enjoyed making quilts and playing cards. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Ben, who passed away on Dec. 28, 2003; four brothers, Francis, Leo, Pete and Ed; four sisters, Sister Francella Marie Weber, Sister Marie Charles Weber, Edna Pohlmann and Christine Hoeckelmann. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Concord Piecemakers prepare for quilt show Oct 9, 2009
Taking in a quilt show is like strolling through an art gallery, draped with bright pieces ranging from folk art to contemporary art quilts. Quilt lovers are in for a treat when they visit the Quilt show: Basket of Quilts ... Expertly hung to maximize the effects of color and pattern, the show features quilts of many colorways and styles. (Concord Journal, MA)
read story » Oct 8, 2009
Visitors will be surrounded by quilted fall-themed projects including quilts, wall hangings, wearable work, decorations, and kitchen items made by several members of the guild ... Proceeds from the show and member-made raffle quilt are used for programming and fabric and supplies to be used for making charity quilts ... Past recipients of Guild charity quilts include Caring Pregnancy Center, Women s Shelter of Mason City, Quilt Pink project, Salvation Army and Veterans of Iowa. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Fresno fairgoers stroll down memory lane Oct 8, 2009
"I've come on the first day every year for 35 years, to see everything fresh," said Amaya, 61, gazing at the quilts suspended from all four walls of the Home Arts building. "They used to just have one wall of quilts. Now there are so many. It's the highlight of my day, seeing the quilts," said Amaya, who made a baby quilt for her first-born child many years ago. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Quilt presented at Murtha breast care center Oct 7, 2009
Joseph Thurby Jr., a Neighborhood Ford Store board member and owner of Riverside Motor Sales in Confluence, represented the 86 Ford stores in southwest Pennsylvania, southeast Ohio and the panhandles of West Virginia and Maryland (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Sophie Germain, Mathematician Oct 7, 2009
They even took away her clothing but she simply wrapped herself in blankets and quilts and used candles she had smuggled into her room. Her perseverance and determination proved to her parents that they could not dissuade the young scholar from learning, regardless of how unfeminine the pursuits of her study may be considered. (Suite101.com)
Family Fun Fest is Saturday Oct 7, 2009
Paula Mongold of Central Wyoming Hospice & Transitions poses with one of several quilts that will be offered for auction during the upcoming Family Fun Fest fundraiser, which takes place this Saturday ... Raffle tickets are $3 each or two for $5 for a chance at more than 20 quilts and a dozen themed gift baskets ... All of the quilts are handmade and donated throughout the year by area quilters. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Community Corner: Bloomer community garden feeding hungry Oct 6, 2009
A raffle for prizes, including jewelry, quilts, centerpieces and dishes, will also take place at the event. Tickets cost 40 and go on sale on Wednesday, Oct. 28 in the hospital gift shop. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Park to host Meriwether Lewis fair Oct 6, 2009
Crafters and artisans demonstrate, display and sell their wares everything from pottery to quilts, stained glass to wood crafts, leather to oil paintings and baskets to ironworks. Live music will be performed throughout the event. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Crafts Show show coincides with Meriwether Lewis Bicentennial Oct 5, 2009
From pottery to quilts, stained glass to woodworks, leather to oil paintings, baskets to ironworks you'll find it all here, said Abby Forsythe of the Arts Guild. Many artists have demonstration areas at the fair, allowing visitors to view their work as it is created. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Obituaries for Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009 (17) Oct 4, 2009
She was an accomplished seamstress and quilt maker, making outfits and quilts for her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She and her husband owned a home in Bradenton, Fla. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Incidents prompt changes at Logan Senior Center Oct 4, 2009
Johnson said that items such as quilts have been stolen from the center s gift shop, but she will work to safeguard the shop by installing a sliding door. Lemon noted the county would pay to re-key either the entire building, or portions of it, since it s unclear at this point who has keys to the facility. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Sewing lab helps anyone refine skills Oct 3, 2009
Though she s taught her nieces over the years, Hollatz spends her time making quilts for her church, Zion Lutheran in Muscatine, and as a volunteer at Grant School. It s nice to have other venues where you can do and learn things, Hollatz said. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Artists open their studios in Roxbury Oct 3, 2009
Creations include paintings, sculpture, quilts, mixed media, and jewelry. Oct. 3 and 4, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. (Boston Globe)
One-tank trip: Gatlinburg Oct 3, 2009
Artisans create candles, quilts, dolls and more. Most shops are open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. www. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Clubs and organizations, 10-02 Oct 3, 2009
A sewing day will be held at 9 a.m. Nov. 9 to make things for Riley Childrens Hospital, such as quilts and puppy pillows. A class will be offered Oct. 19 to make small mending baskets which can be made in two hours. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Thank you quilters get thanks, honors Oct 3, 2009
The Thank You Quilters, a local quilting group that makes quilts for soldiers at Ft. Hood who have returned from duty with injuries, was honored by Ft. Hood soldiers on Friday for their service. The group has taken about 219 quilts to the wounded soldiers over the last year and they hope to make another trip before the year is up, said Cedar Park Audrey Winters, who founded the group. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
