Marion Mae Wolfgang Nov 29, 2008
Marion spent her free time making afghans and quilts, gardening, cross country skiing, and talking on the telephone with friends and family. After retiring they stayed in Twining but also traveled to Florida several times. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Sons heard father killing mother Nov 28, 2008
Christopher Knox, prosecuting, said: "The boys were told to go back to bed and they went, hiding under their quilts clearly distressed.". "The defendant came to them in the morning and said he didn't mean to do what he had done. "The elder boy believed that to mean his dad had killed his mother. (BBC News -- UK)
Quilt guilt:A little (black and) white lie Nov 28, 2008
Quist was recommended by several people, including Deb Ness, owner of the Quilt Haus in Bismarck, where Quist places quilts on consignment ... Two other rooms hold Quist's inventory of more than 400 quilts in various stages of completion ... After 40 years of quilting, Quist still says she'll never live long enough to make all the quilts she'd like to. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Critics' picks - arts Nov 27, 2008
FAITH RINGGOLD: STORY QUILTS Five narrative story quilts and related works on paper, as well as a jaunty sculpture made from fabric, show off the open-hearted but slyly witty side of this renowned African-American artist. The show complements a display of original illustrations from "Aunt Harriet's Underground Railway in the Sky" in an upstairs space dedicated to children, two superb series of prints by Jacob Lawrence (through Jan. 4), and a room dedicated to sculpture from the studio of Meta... (Boston Globe)
Businesses request county tax reductions Nov 27, 2008
Public hearings are soon to be set on two other requests coming from Teton Steel, a rebar manufacturer on Gable Road, and for Carries Quilts and Iron, a furniture and interior furnishings store at 1737 King Avenue West. In other news, County Commissioners extended by one month the application deadline for candidates to fill vacant positions on two county boards. (Laurel Outlook, MT)
Schaefer honored as 'Friend of Home Care' Nov 27, 2008
Schaefer, a former nurse and long time hospice volunteer with NWHC, was instrumental in establishing the tradition of Hospice Remembrance Quilts ... As the quilts grew in size, due to the increased number of patients served, Schaefer had to enlist the help of other skilled and talented quilters to complete the project ... Her compassion for our patients and families, along with her artistic vision, blended together to create very unique works of art made of cloth, said Pat Pope, Administrator of... (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Delivered From Evil Nov 27, 2008
Others donated quilts and bed sheets for Williams and his sister to sleep on. And the children received hand-me-down clothes. (HawgsIllustrated.com)
Looking for Christmas gifts? Shop local Nov 27, 2008
The highly rated Dutchess Community College Craft Fair goes on Nov. 29 and 30, in Falcon and Drumlin Hall on campus from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Some of the area's most talented craftspeople will sell their creations there, from quilts to chocolate to fine art. Arlington High School will have their Winter Craft Emporium Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The fair will feature 100 spaces for crafters and artists to display their goods, as well as live music, food and a babysitting service. (MIllbrook Voice Ledger, NY)
Friends make 100 quilts Nov 27, 2008
Last year, Diana Gee of Corvallis found herself with some extra fabric, so she and some friends made quilts to give away ... This year, Gee asked how many quilts would be needed and Director Micki Steele said she hoped CASA of Linn County would serve 100 kids ... And 100 quilts is what she got. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Feelin' crafty: The Journal Times 2008 Craft Fair Roundup Nov 27, 2008
Christmas items, dish towels, dish cloths, afghans, wooden items, quilts, raffles, assorted bakery, candy and caramel corn. A special raffle will be held with a basket that contains a pink cap and book Don t Bet Against Me, personally signed by Deanna Favre, with other breast cancer awareness themed items in the basket. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Council on Aging Notes Nov 27, 2008
Craft fair Dec. 6 Always a fun event, this year we have many booths offering holiday ornaments, gifts, jewelry, dolls, baked goods, scarves, sweaters, quilts and more. Plus a raffle prizes, door prizes, light lunch and refreshments. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Holiday fairs give shoppers a head start Nov 27, 2008
Other auction items included hand-made quilts, the use of two kayaks on any weekend, a cookie jar that refilled each month, and a large stack of firewood. A new home. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Sixth annual Busta benefit Saturday Nov 26, 2008
Auction items donated so far include autographed sports memorabilia, resort getaways, quilts and much more. To make a monetary donation, please make checks payable to the Busta Benefit for Waisman Center or (BBWC) and send to Tim and Dawn Knutson, 204 21-3/4 St., Chetek, WI 54728. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Woman's quilts are a tribute to her family Nov 24, 2008
com - Woman's quilts are a tribute to her family ... Woman's quilts are a tribute to her family ... During Sunday's Art=Quilts=Art trunk show, award-winning quilter Ruth Ohol displayed several of her pieces, including some that were made for her grandchildren or in memory of deceased loved ones. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Johnson column: Wet but wonderful Nov 24, 2008
More than 20 homemade quilts were sold. Buffalo Wild Wings donated barbecue wings to be sold. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Obituaries for Monday, November 24, 2008 Nov 24, 2008
To help the less fortunate, she created beautiful quilts with her friends. A special thanks to her friends, Louise, Eleanor and Ruth. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Quilts for church: Make ’em. Then raffle ’em Nov 24, 2008
Quilts for church: Make em ... Quilts for church: Make em ... The conversation will last throughout the morning and into the afternoon, but soon the group, usually numbering 15 to 20 women, tackles the task at hand they re here to make quilts. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Great Princess Gift Ideas for Girls Nov 23, 2008
sheets, comforters, quilts, or other princess bedding like sleeping bags. Some good manufacturers and suppliers of princess-themed furniture and decor include. (Suite101.com)
Butte Copper City Artists Annual Gift Gallery Nov 23, 2008
Items for sale include: Christmas ornaments, T-shirts, jewelry, photos, mosaics, note cards, handmade rugs and quilts, ceramics, small paintings and prints, refrigerator magnets, clay figurines and other unique gift items. Artists pay a small fee to exhibit their art to help cover advertising costs and sales people at the event include BCCA artists, exhibitors and other volunteers. (Montana Standard, MT)
Huckaby: My list of reasons to be thankful Nov 23, 2008
I am thankful for the hand-sewn heirloom quilts my mother left me, although I'm glad I have central heat and don't have to pile three or four of them on my bed to stay warm at night. Speaking of which, I am really thankful that going to the bathroom at night doesn't involve putting on my shoes or any concern about splinters. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Shoals quilters meet the challenge Nov 23, 2008
(AP) The Kennedy-Douglass Center for the Arts will host an exhibit of the winning quilts from the Shoals Quilt Guild's Quilt Challenge '08 ... She said many people have different inspirations when designing quilts ... The theme is announced by January, and participants have until November to complete their quilts. (AL.com)
China IDs 19,000 of quake dead Nov 22, 2008
Wei said that millions of those displaced in the earthquake still need quilts and repairs to their homes if they are to survive the coming winter ... Chen Kefu, deputy director of Sichuan's civil affairs department, said there was a shortage of 330,000 quilts for the quake victims and electric blankets and heating appliances were also needed. (MSNBC -- International)
Church auction a success Nov 22, 2008
Throughout the social hour, guests were busy bidding on the 116 silent auction items, which included numerous cross-stitched items, handmade baby quilts, collections of toys for children, jewelry, a photography certificate, massage certificates, oil change certificates, an iPod Shuffle with iTunes gift card, homemade candies, pies made by some of the area s best bakers, numerous gift certificates, baskets donated by area businesses, and numerous items and unique baskets donated by members and... (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Saturday's police reports (29) Nov 22, 2008
Someone broke into a model home in the first block of Springview Drive between 4:55 p.m. Nov. 18 and 11 a.m. Nov. 19 and took several quilts and pillows, a table lamp and a painting, according to Carlisle police. Total estimated losses are less than $500, police said. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Ruth Stevens Bohn (65) Nov 22, 2008
She also made quilts for her family and enjoyed needle work until her arthritis put it to a stop. She loved animals, especially cats and dogs, which became her focus as her family grew up. (The Herald-Palladium)
Mission Houses Museum 35th Annual Holiday Craft Fair Nov 22, 2008
Come and join us at the museum for local food, and a wide variety of high-quality hand-crafted koa bowls, Hawaiian quilts, art prints, clothing, candles, jewelry, soaps, cards, home decorations and more. In the cool shade of the Museum grounds, museum's special exhibit, Fundamental Fibers: Tapa, Lauhala and Quilts will be open for your enjoyment and enjoy the Hawaiian entertainment ... Visitors can stroll through the museum, the Frame House (Hale La'au), which will be specially decorated with... (Honolulu Advertiser)
China says quake school toll over 19,000 Nov 21, 2008
Many quake victims in Sichuan are still short of basics, including quilts and even food for the winter and into the spring, provincial officials said. Millions left homeless face a bitter winter in thin tents, prefab housing, makeshift shelters and patched homes, adding concern over basic necessities to their grief. (Scientific American)
Colleen Conroy Nov 21, 2008
She was very involved in the Cradle Quilts and dolls organization, coordinating with the Fine Woodworkers club for their Christmas toy project for needy children. She is survived by husband of 58 years, Don Conroy of Springville; one son, Curt D. Conroy of Canyon Lake, CA; one daughter Paige O. Catani of Florida; three grandchildren. (Porterville Recorder, CA)
No limericks for Joyce Carol Oates Nov 21, 2008
"There are centuries of women who worked at home making arts and crafts - such things as quilts - and were not given the credit of the more masculine arts, where men worked at easels and murals. She added, "No one's ever heard of my mother, but I probably don't work as hard as she did. " "My grandmother gave me books and a typewriter and probably changed the direction of my life. (Westport Minuteman, CT)
19000 kids died in China May quake Nov 21, 2008
Wei said millions of those displaced in the earthquake still need quilts and repairs to their homes if they are to survive the coming winter, which is expected to be unusually cold ... He said that although millions of cotton quilts and clothing had been donated already, more was still needed. (India Times, India)
What happens to luxury goods in the downturn Nov 20, 2008
The quilts are special because they're hand-quilted by Amish craftswomen with pre-washed, fine cotton fabrics. Personal fabrics can be incorporated into Schmidt's design upon request. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Great Depression survivors made it through tough times with thrift Nov 20, 2008
Many envelopes included clippings designed to jog her memory about penny postcards, red Big Chief school tablets, traveling carnivals which set up on vacant lots, Babe Ruth, Joe Louis, "Evening in Paris" and "Blue Waltz," pickle barrels, rain barrels (her dad made "fertilizer tea" in one with horse manure; he watered their luxuriant tomatoes with it), movie stars such as Ginger Rogers, Gary Cooper, Clark Gable and Greta Garbo, Saturday night baths in a big tub in the kitchen corner, sleeping... (Dowagiac News, MI)
Quilts of Valor Sent to Medical Centers Nov 19, 2008
Seniors at the Newtown Senior Center have completed their first group of full-size quilts that will be sent to men and women at Dover Air Force Base in Delaware ... NEWTOWN - For over four months, 13 quilters have gathered at the Newtown Senior Center every Friday to spend time putting together Quilts of Valor ... Quilts of Valor is a registered, nationwide association of those who make quilts to send to men and women at major military medical centers including Walter Reed Army Hospital,... (Voices, CT)
Northwood theater takes home $100,000 Nov 19, 2008
Bethlehem Lutheran Church, sewing machine for quilts, $1,700. Worth County Asset Team, computer equipment, $2,249. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Quilt donated to raise money for Tri-state Family Services, Chrysalis home Nov 19, 2008
They chose the name because they put together scraps from their own projects to make quilts that are donated to a charity ... They made and sent 12 patriotic quilts. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)
Eunice J. Schindler Nov 18, 2008
She made numerous quilts and afghans that she gave to her children and grandchildren. Canning, baking, bird watching were a few of the activities she enjoyed along with collecting salt and pepper shakers, dolls and Betty Boop items. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Knitting group spreads warmth to others (3) Nov 18, 2008
As long as there is need out there in the community for afghan blankets and quilts, we ll keep knitting. Sardashti says that those who aren t familiar with knitting needles shouldn t be hesitant or intimidated about joining the volunteer group. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Historical society exhibits a patchwork history Nov 18, 2008
The quilt is part of the organization's first exhibit where more than 100 quilts were gathered from around the area ... NEW BLOOMFIELD A wall of quilts greeted visitors to the historical society on Friday and Saturday here ... Actually, quilts didn't just line the walls, but also sat folded and draped over any available surface in the room. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Quilter shows off her creativity at Schweinfurth Nov 17, 2008
Her finds become works of art, as she pieces together her fabric into beautiful quilts ... Sometimes, she'll put on a dress only to find it has a gaping hole where she's cut out fabric for one of her quilts ... She brought her quilts to the Schweinfurth Memorial Art Center on Sunday afternoon for the first in a series of four trunk shows that supplements the center's annual Quilts=Art=Quilts exhibit. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
S.D.'s first lady leads well-rounded life Nov 17, 2008
The first lady has passed the tradition on to her four children, making them each stocking and quilts and teaching her only daughter the art. She has now started making quilts for her one grandchild and her future grandchildren. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Annual Christmas Bazaar to be held Wednesday Nov 17, 2008
Two quilts will be offered at the event, three baby quilts and a Christmas wall hanging. Starry Prairie Path quilt was pieced and donated by Martha Raley of Elmer. (Altus Times, OK)
Kathy Adams, from The Kathy Collection at Waynes Carpet Plus, custom designs traditional and non-traditional Christmas trees. This is Adams second year donating a custom tree for the March of Dimes Holiday Magic Around the World fundraiser. MICHAEL MITSEFF/Lake City Reporter Nov 16, 2008
Weve got Mystic River entertaining, chefs specialties for auction, other live auction items including five beautifully-decorated trees, beautiful watches, jewelry, gold, signed football memorabilia, beautiful quilts, gorgeous artwork and a giant Santa Claus. . (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Tazewell County Museum seeks funds, space Nov 16, 2008
Altman will take a piece of gold fabric with him on his next flight, and pieces of the fabric will be incorporated into quilts designed by Tazewell County residents. Thirteen winning designs will be chosen from age groups from preschool through adult. (Pekin Times, IL)
Ames women sew quilts for world missions Nov 16, 2008
The group meets on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month to make quilts for overseas missions ... It was Thursday morning, and Pietsch was edging the fabric pieces so they wouldn't fray when they were made into quilts ... On the second and fourth Thursdays of each month, the group meets from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the church to make quilts. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Art scene from Nov. 15 Triplicate Nov 16, 2008
Quilts for troops at college library. Currently on display in the library at the College of the Redwoods, Del Norte are 10 hand-sewn quilts to benefit the troops, created by the Lighthouse Quilt Guild ... The exhibit will hang through Dec. 12, after which time the quilts will be sent via Red Cross to be distributed to injured military personnel in Germany, at the main hospital for troops serving overseas. (Daily Triplicate)
Top homemaker made life cozy for family Nov 16, 2008
She made afghans for the seriously ill, quilts for crisis pregnancy centers, Braille books for the blind. At church, what better role for her chatty personality than as chair for the new visitor calling committee. (AZCentral -- News)
Cornucopia of Quilts show on for two weeks Nov 16, 2008
The Cornucopia of Quilts quilt show, sponsored by the Winona Area Quilters Guild, started Saturday at the historical society and features about 100 quilts ranging in style from the classic maple leaf pattern to T-shirt quilts and in sizes from tiny to nearly 10 feet tall. Carol Ives, a 10-year quilter, views quilts at the Cornucopia of Quilts quilt show on Saturday at the Winona County Historical Society ... She started quilting in the 1950s, following in her mother s footsteps, and has made 19... (Winona Daily News, MN)
Verna Pressnall Nov 16, 2008
She enjoyed church functions, reading her Bible and making quilts. While living at Long Term Care, she liked to play Bingo, listen to musical entertainment and visit with family and friends. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Fathers Wilhelm, Christensen formerly of Devils Lake and Father Moen of St. Michael to be featured performers: Cathedral to host Traditions of Christmas Nov 15, 2008
Both days there will be many booths filled with items to purchase including baked goodies, jewelry, handcrafted items, quilts, Pik-a-Package, religious items, Charlie Brown Christmas and a silent auction. On Saturday evening at 6:30, the 3 Pod-Rays + Sprout (Fathers Chad Wilhelm, Charles Fischer, Joseph Christensen and Brian Moen) will entertain the audience with their musical and comedic talents. (Devils Lake Daily Journal, ND)
Community plans benefit for one of its own Nov 15, 2008
Auction items include handmade quilts and afghans, a portable DVD player, iPod, Wii, Craftsman tools, chain saw, patio furniture, grill, and more. The children from grades K-6 have put together theme baskets from each classroom. (Pekin Times, IL)
Sports under the sky - Historical Society calendar pays homage to Montana athletic history Nov 15, 2008
Last year, the theme was quilts, in full color. A couple of years before that the focus was on cooking, combining recipes with historical photos of culinary settings. (Missoulian, MT)
• Church news Nov 15, 2008
Church news Worship includes blessing for quilts, quilters ... The service will include a blessing of quilts and quilters ... Church women have spent nine months sewing quilts, which are then distributed to various places in the Magic Valley area as needs and requests come in. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Bankers Would Love to Kneecap State Regulators Nov 15, 2008
Nov. 14 (Bloomberg) -- Listen carefully for these words and phrases as politicians get to work on an overhaul of U.S. financial regulation in the months ahead: ``duplicative,'' ``balkanized,'' and the twin ``quilts'' -- ``patchwork quilt'' and ``crazy quilt. . (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
Chappell Hill to hold ‘Art Walk’ Nov 14, 2008
Inlaid, silver birds and one-of-a kind-jewelry, wood sculpture, paintings, quilts, photography, a novel, booklets, stained glass and drawings are just a few of the pieces to be shown. Many of the artists will be on hand to interpret their work and several will have pieces to sell. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Connecting to quilts Nov 14, 2008
Other competitions screen entries by requiring prospective contestants to send in photos of the quilts for review ... Quilts create "warm fuzzy feelings," she said ... Wheatley-Wolf, a former watercolor painter who recently took up sewing, creates artistic quilts that are more likely to hang on a wall than lie on a bed. (Carroll County Times)
Quilting History Nov 13, 2008
Published: Wednesday, November 12, 2008 10:21 PM CST Tinnie Pettway began to learn how to stitch for survival at 8-years-old from her mother because growing up in Gee s Bend in Wilcox County, quilts were the only way to keep warm during the winter. Now, Pettway s stitching for art and selling her quilts to people all over the country, a turnaround that the quilter herself finds hard to believe, even after she began touring with an organization of Gee s Bend quilters called The Collective ...... (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
The Bargain Hunter's guide to holiday shopping Nov 13, 2008
Highlights: Comforters start at $25; quilts start at $10; sheet sets will be $15; duvets $10 to $15; bed skirts (including sateen) $10 each; hooked rugs $10 to $35; quilted stool/ottoman covers $5; vintage-like fabric-covered tin wares $5 to $7. 50; antique-like printed chair pads and quilts $5 to $25; coir mats $6; needlepoint footstools $25 to $40; needlepoint pillows $8 to $35; tablecloths $8 and $15; all Christmas ornaments 50 cents to $1; all tassels 50 cents to $2 - plus cutting boards,... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Homeless advocates look to Hub Nov 12, 2008
Morris plans her days around making quilts, crocheting, and playing bingo at the house in the South End. With the exception of a large-screen television that dominates her living room, home is a mixture of creature comforts. (Boston Globe)
Auburn merchants' holiday open house Nov 12, 2008
Published: Tuesday, November 11, 2008 3:43 PM CST Several businesses in and around Auburn will be participating in the holiday open house including beautiful handmade furniture at Colonial House Furniture, be sure to stop by The Lion amb Antiques to celebrate a vintage Christmas with unique ideas and gifts, including antiques, quilts and furniture refinishing, Amish handcrafted heirlooms, fine furnishings for the home and patio and furniture at Southern Outdoor Furniture, Auburn Lumber, and... (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Dinner/Auction to Give Kids the World set for Nov. 13 Nov 11, 2008
Some of the items include lots of toys, household items, power tools, camping equipment, fishing accessories, quilts, crochet afghan, baby items, Husker, Hawkeye and Cyclone items, NASCAR items, Iowa Speedway tickets, hotel stays, family fun packages, Little Tykes activity center, play house, patio furniture, 42-inch widescreen television and many more items. A more detailed list and some pictures can be seen in the Movie Memories window on Chestnut Street. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Brayton WELCA Meeting Nov 11, 2008
The strong arms of the church will be asked to carry the quilts upstairs after church on Sunday, Nov. 2 and help load them. The quilting ladies have 27 boxes, or 200 quilts to send this year. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
No quit in quilters Nov 10, 2008
The Schweinfurth's extremely popular Quilts=Art=Quilts exhibit draws many locals, but the quilting workshops this year an extension of the Quilting By the Lake series drew students from across the United States and Canada ... Sunday's workshops were the last in the series, but quilt and art lovers still have a chance to see some beautiful quilts up close at the Quilts=Art=Quilts exhibit, at the Schweinfurth until January ... What: Quilts=Art=Quilts. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Talk of the Town: What a wonderful way to spend the day-- — and evening Nov 9, 2008
Visitors listened to the sounds of the Ocotillo Recorder Group and the Green Valley String Ensemble and the Quilters Guild of Green Valley had a wonderful display of their quilts. The 2008 Red, White and Black Ball began at 6 p.m. Guests were welcomed to a magical setting on a picture-perfect night set amidst the stars with the Santa Rita Mountains as their backdrop. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
• Stitched with love Nov 9, 2008
KAREN BOSSICK/For the Times-News JoEllen Collins' Ketchum condo has been defined lately by the piles of fabric awaiting transformation into dresses, pillows and quilts to aid orphans in Tanzania. Stitched with love Seamstress, volunteer embraces Tanzanian orphans By Karen BossickTimes-News correspondent KETCHUM - Colorful, flowered sundresses hung from a line strung across the sunroom in JoEllen Collins' Ketchum condo. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
'Sleep in a Box' event to raise money for Mason City's homeless shelters Nov 9, 2008
Homemade quilts will be sold for donations of $20 or more. Visitors can bring non-perishable food and items to a stuff a truck event on the 13th. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
