The Retreat, August Newsletter and the Upcoming Guild Meeting

Well this has been an exciting few weeks. We've taken part in the Annual Retreat to Myrniong - just out of Bacchus Marsh, a wonderful guild meeting in July and there is going to be another great meeting coming up on Saturday. Take a look at the August newsletter and see what fun we have had.

 The retreat had a party theme - and what a party we had, full of lots of sewing, laughter, great food, and wonderful friendships enjoyed. Much creativity was shown, such a talented bunch of ladies - the favourite theme would have had to have been Jackie's 1600 quilt made from a jelly roll, many were created over the weekend. The variety can be endless - such a great idea. Have a look at this YouTube video, it shows just how easy it is. Take a look at our member blogs for more images of the fun time we had at retreat.

On Saturday, 20th August, Bill Westalee will be demonstrating the wonderful adjustable rulers they designed, and having seen a presentation at the Phillip Island Retreat two years ago, I know we can all pick up some great tips and tricks to improve our piecing.



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Come along and enjoy the fun.

Happy sewing, Jennifer

NOTYQ Guild Retreat 2010

Well, what another fantastic retreat...the organizers need to be congratulated, they put a lot of work into these weekends and it is fully appreciated by all those who attend - thank you also to the ladies who made our block keepers - it was a treat.

From Friday 6th August through to Monday 9th August, around 75 ladies descended on Myrniong for our annual guild retreat. The room was buzzing with greetings and sewing machines already busy right from the start.

 A wonderful few days of sewing, eating and chatting. Catching up with friends and being able to leisurely enjoy each others company. Not to mention the sewing of quilts, wall hangings, toys and even knitting.

 

It is fascinating to walk the room and see the range of quilts being made. Quilting has such a wide theme base - traditional, like the double wedding ring being made here by Christine - have a look at her achievements on her blog, to the latest crazes.

The energy and talents of these ladies is amazing. The show n tell on Sunday was awe inspiring just to see how much work was achieved. We even did our bit for the Victorian economy - around $6,500 was spent on the way there.

Thank you again for another fantastic retreat - only another 52 weeks until next year - where do I sign up.
Happy Sewing, Jennifer

Retreat 2009

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Another fabulous retreat, so thankyou to the organising committee for putting on such a wonderful weekend. Judging by the show n tell, it was a very industrious group that descended on Lake Burnbrae, Myrniong from Friday 7th August through to Monday 10th.

Though I see/hear there was some fun along the way as well - a bit of excercise to loosen those sewing muscles...

What a great, and talented, group of girls...