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NEWS
September 26, 2016 Meeting - 6:30 p.m. Textile Center
Monday, November 28, 2016 - 6:30 PM at the Textile Center:
SCHOOL HOUSE !
Wanda Shelton will demonstrate using the Stack-and-Whack technique to create unique landscape quilt blocks similar to the ones shown in this unquilted top.
Rose Allen Learn how to create a custom-sized zipper. Rose Allen will also show how to install it in a bag or purse.
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Nancy Eha will introduce you to new software specifically designed for edge-to-edge quilting using your embroidery module.
Peg Lindberg You can do a lot without a ruler! Peg will be demonstrating two improvisational piecing techniques: cutting and sewing random curves and skinny strips.
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Minnesota Contemporary Quilters does not meet in December.
Have a wonderful and creative month. See you in January.
FROM THE MCQ CHAIR—ZEEDA MAGNUSON As I write my last newsletter, I can’t believe how quickly this year has flown. It has been such a pleasure to serve as your president for 2016. MCQ is in such capable hands because of the wonderful board. Your MCQ board has done a tremendous job in bringing great programs, special events, national teachers, stellar exhibit spaces, has partnered with other quilt guild partners, and has kept us all informed and eager for the next adventure. If you haven’t served on a board, please think about joining this one. Specifically, please consider being a part of the Exhibits Team. Exhibiting our collective work is great for MCQ and for quilting in general. All three 2016 team members Barb Bonifas, Karrie Flater, and Sally Mortenson are ending their service on this committee. However, they are leaving the Exhibits committee in great shape with venues and opportunities for 2017 in place. So, the new Exhibits committee will be able to follow the process already laid out. Barb, Karrie, and Sally set a standard of making lighter work with a team. We want to continue in that, so we are looking for a team of three people to serve for 2017. Plus, Sally Mortenson will remain on the board (in a new position). Knowing Sally, she will gladly share advice and counsel when needed. Please let me [email protected]; or Carol Mashuga [email protected] know your interest in an Exhibits position. I hope you enjoy the rest of your fall, and that you find plenty of time to create and play within your studios. I look forward to seeing your great show and tell items over the next several meetings. All my best, Zeeda
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2017 MCQ Challenge: We humans love small things- babies, kitties, miniatures. Think about how small we are in the universe when looking up at the night sky. HGTV has shows about small houses- which are 200 sq. ft. or less. It’s fascinating to see how creative people are in designing their tiny places to live. We also love things that are BIG. Like going to see the biggest boar (usually about 1100 pounds) and the biggest pumpkin 1143 pounds this year at the State Fair. Standing at the bottom of the steps of the Lincoln Memorial looking up at him- he’s 19 feet tall. Or how about the World’s Largest Ball of String located in Darwin MN; it's 12 feet in diameter. Now, it’s your opportunity to think about something small; something big; or both. Yes, it’s time to start thinking about the 2017 Challenge- Big and Small. Submission form, due dates, sleeve instructions and other requirements will appear on the web site after November 1.
MCQ BOARD CHAIR
Zeeda Magnuson 612-812-2144
VICE CHAIR
Carol Mashuga 651-452-4808
PROGRAM
Peggy Wright 651-698-2760
EXHIBITS
Barb Bonifas 763-568-7746
Karrie Flater 612-868-2212
Sally Mortenson 651-675-9836 [email protected]
MEMBERSHIP–TREASURER
Lavonne Batalden 651-330-3035
WEBMASTER
Peg LaSota 612-824-9460
SPECIAL EVENTS
Nancy Eha 651-439-2827
TWO BIT BAGS
Joan Carver 651-649-1071
Carol Eagan 651-238-6812
NEWSLETTER EDITOR
Sharon Englund 612-718-8558
HOSPITALITY–RETREATS Nancy
Condon 651-235-7820
SECRETARY-SUNSHINE
Leah Doherty 651-636-5723
LIAISON TO TEXTILE CENTER Tina
Hughes 651-645-0945 [email protected]
Please send comments and submissions
Next Board Meeting:
Monday December 5, 6:30 at the home of Carol Mashuga
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* * * * * * * * * * HATS OFF:
Janet Hovde - The Key, a show of art and haiku by MCQ member Janet Hovde, includes almost 50 large and small hand-dyed fabric art pieces, is on exhibit from September through December, at Gilda's Club, a cancer resource center at 10560 Wayzata Blvd, Minnetonka, MN 55305. There is an artist's talk, open to the public, on Wed., October 12, 6:30-8:00 p.m. RSVP to 612-227-2147 or [email protected].
To see the art show during Gilda's Club hours, come between 9:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday.
Nancy Condon's work will be on exhibit in Gallery 2 at the Phipps Center for the Arts from December 2, 2016 to January 8, 2017
Retreat photos:
Betsy Shannon worked
into the night.
Carol Hancuh is
good at
concentration.
Nancy Condon enjoyed
fusing her art and
getting some ready for
exhibition at the
Phipps in December.
Karrie Flater completed her abstract piece and Leah Doherty is immersed in color.
Nancy Birger keeps her
machine clean.
Stakin' 'n'
whackin'
Wonderful blocks.
Wonderful colors
Carol
Schweickhardt
made great
progress on her
quilt top.
Art work in progress by Sharon Englund and Carol Egan
Sharon stacked six identical panels...
Then cut sets of triangles each stack
containing six identical pieces....
...to end up with a plethora of designs!
Mary Bruckner and Maureen Lynch made progress....
(bare feet optional)
Theresa Halvorson showing
her beautiful colors.
Sarah Gannett laid out her
neutrals.
Ann Gannett
"going after" those scrappy blocks.
Wanda Shelton
laid out her stack and whack quilt.
Then we packed up and went home again.
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Joan is always happy to receive Two Bit Bag donations from our members. If you bring something, be sure to get it to Joan by 6:20 on the night of our meetings. The Carols' Two Bit Bags! Have you ever noticed how many Carols are members of MCQ? Well, all six of us agreed to provide something wonderful for the November Two Bit Bags. Look for creatively made items, and beautifully provided items.. the usual chocolate, wine, fabric, and some unusual surprises! Bring your bags of quarters to shop at the Two Bit Bags table at our November meeting, courtesy of the Carols Carol Beatty, Carol Egan, Carol Hancuh, Carol Mashuga, Carol Premack, Carol Schweikhardt
Feel free to add to the Two Bit Bag Table along with the Carols. The more the better!
SPECIAL EVENTS - NANCY EHA
Black Friday Sew In Friday November 25
Located one block from Millie P’s Quilt Shop in Historic Downtown Anoka
2012 ½ First Avenue Doors open at 9am, and close at Midnight. Stay as long as you like!
What’s included? Cutting tables, cutting mats, and ironing stations Two Kitchen Areas: equipped with refrigerator, microwave, and sink with small eating area Great location with many restaurants and shops within walking distance Receive a 10% discount at Millie P’s on regularly priced fabric and pre--cuts during rental. Reservation ticket (provided at check-in) required for discount Parking pass Bring from home Food, drink, and kitchen paper products are not provided. Participants provide sewing tools and machine MCQ is renting the retreat space; we need a minimum of 11 quilters to have the studio just for us. Register now!
1. Write your check to MN Contemporary Quilters @ $10 per person 2. .Add your email address for updates. 3. Mail the check to Nancy Eha, 4890 Neal Ave N, Stillwater, MN 55082 4. Questions? 641-439-2827
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TEXTILE CENTER LIAISON - TINA HUGHES The yearly "Common Thread" exhibit, which is a show open to Textile Center members and is non-
juried, is accepting applications. The exhibit opens in January. Application deadline
for the Common Thread member exhibit is Friday November 18th. The work must be completed and a high resolution picture is required for entry.
More details are available at textilecentermn.org. ~~~~~~~
Also, the Textile Center has put out a call for entries for a very exciting, juried, international exhibit called "Commemorating His Purple Reign - A Textural Tribute to Prince". This show will run from March 2nd through April 29th, 2017.Applications are due on December 29, 2016. More details are available on the TC website, http://www.textilecentermn.org/ for information."
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * EXHIBITS COMMITTEE - SALLY MORTENSON, KARRIE FLATER, BARB BONIFAS All three of our illustrious Exhibits Committee members are retiring at the end of this year. We are in great need to fill these positions soon. Hanging our artwork is a commitment is great fun and builds friendships. Talk to Sally, Karrie or Barb and see if this volunteer job is a good fit for you. Here's where our pieces will be shown this year and next:
Edgcumbe Presbyterian Church, St. Paul Now through 10/23/16 Waite Park Library, Waite Park 10/26/16 - 11/27/16
Lakeville Art Center 11/30/16 - 1/7/17 WBL Universalist Unitarian Church 1/10/17 - 2/11/17
....and whilst you sew in your studio: RENEWALS DUE
Butternut and Apple Harvest Soup (make ahead and refrigerate) Recipe By:cynjne
Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter 2 large leeks (white and
pale green parts only), chopped 1 large onion, chopped 1 large potato, peeled and cubed 2 cups cubed butternut squash 1 cup diced carrots
1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored, and sliced 1/4-inch thick 1 quart chicken stock 1/4 cup dry white wine (optional) 1/2 cup light cream 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons chopped chives
Directions Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in leeks and onions, and cook until the onion softens and turns translucent, about 5 minutes. Add potato, squash, carrots, apple, and chicken stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the vegetables are soft, about 20 minutes. Carefully puree the soup in batches in a blender, or use a stick blender to puree the soup right in the pot. Once the soup has been pureed, return it to the pot and stir in wine and cream. Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper; simmer gently for 5 minutes. Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped chives. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED © 2016 Allrecipes.com
Printed From Allrecipes.com 10/13/2016
MINNESOTA CONTEMPORARY QUILTERS NEWS TEXTILE CENTER, BOX 8 3000 UNIVERSITY AVENUE SE MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55414
DECEMBER Sarah Gannett
NOVEMBER LaVonne Batalden Nancy Birger Mary Ellen Calderwood Martha Eaves Kathy Simon Frank Tina Hughes Judy Lewis
Textile Center Library
As a member organization of Textile Center, MCQ is responsible for providing funding and volunteer help to the library. Access to the Textile Center Library is a benefit of membership in MCQ. Come early and check out a book!
MCQ meetings are held the fourth Monday (3rd Monday if fourth is a holiday) at 6:30 p.m. at the Textile Center, 3000 University Avenue SE, Minneapolis. No December meeting. Membership information: Annual dues are $30, or $35 if you receive the newsletter by postal mail. Renewals are due on the anniversary of when you joined. Make checks payable to Minnesota Contemporary Quilters and mail to : Lavonne Batalden, 1449 Hythe Street, St. Paul MN 55108. Email: [email protected] with address changes or for membership assistance.