We had our usual busy meeting and for Show and Tell we had a good collection of log cabins,

showing different styles e.g. twisted, and different arrangements e,g barn raising. We were all

inspired and will hopefully go away and try a traditional or variation log cabin. Quite a few

members are joining in our block of the month – remember you do not have to do all of them or

make a quilt, you could just do your favourite and make, for example, a bag, a cushion or a table

mat.

Oak Leaves

Pris demonstrated an exciting way of making oak leaves for the more adventurous, we look

forward to what you come up with. Again, it does not have to be complicated, we need a variety

of leaves. We would like as many oak leaves as possible completed by our March meeting.

Free machine quilting

Pris demonstrated free motion quilting – did you see the lovely cushion cover she had made?

Several members had a try and the machine will be set up for members to try free motion quilting

at future meetings. If you haven't had a go see Pris and she will guide you.

Meeting Thursday 16th. February

This month's block is called Jack in a box, we thought it looked like a horse's head and would

represent an equestrian event Iif you have a vivid imagination!). It brings together half and

quarter triangles and is rather more complex than previous months. Notes attached.

If you want something simpler why not do a nine patch, making sure all your seams match!

Bring and Buy Sale

Diana will be running a sewing bring and buy sale all day.

These are the arrangements -

You can bring any sewing related items

They must be marked with your name and a price attached to the item with a safety

pin or staple (no ordinary pins please)

Prices – no odd pence please, pounds or 50p. Only, e.g.£2 or £6.50 or 50p

Proceeds from sold items will be distributed at the March meeting.

Loddon Quilters will take 10% of the selling price and the proceeds will go to charity

Unsold items must be taken home by the sellers at the end of the meeting.

Now is your chance to sell those unwanted bits and pieces and buy some new ones.