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A Stitch in TimeVolume XXIII, Issue 7, April 2017www.QuiltersUnlimited.orgBurke calendarSeptember 201614 Business Meeting28 Speaker: Kim EinmoOctober 20161 Kaffe Fassett 6:30-9:30pm12 Business Meeting26 Speaker: Doreen JohnsonShenandoah Valley BotanicalQuiltNovember 20169 QUILTO10-13 Fall Retreat in WinchesterDecember 201614 Holiday SocialJanuary 201711 Business Meeting25 Back to School Night28 Charity Sew-InFebruary 20178 Business Meeting22 Speaker: Marisela Rumburg25 WorkshopMarch 20178 Business Meeting22 Speaker: Paula Harr - T-shirtQuilt Designer-Burke CentreLibrary24 Midnight MadnessApril 20175Auction (1st Wednesday)26 Debby Kratavil27-30 Spring Retreat in WinchesterMay 201710 Business Meeting24June 20172-4 Quilter’s Unlimited Show14 June Social at Sangster ESJuly 201726 Speaker: Leslie Claire GreenbergAugust 20179Speaker: TBDPresident’s LetterHooray! Spring ishere! Let’s hope thefreak snowstorms andcold weather are behindus.Our March program withPaula Harr, t-shirt quilter,was both entertainingand informative. Thanksto Marianne Hooker fordiscovering and bookingher, and to Barb Hall forfilling in for Marianne forthe evening.This month’s programbrings us Debby Kratovil,with a trunk show entitled “Shortcuts From aShort Woman”. An editorfor QUILT magazine for15 years, she has hadhundreds or articlesprinted, hundreds ofquilts published, and haswritten 3 books aswell. She should havesomething to offer everyone in this presentation.April brings the auction(which hasn’t yet happened as I write this, butpromises to be a greatone judging by the donations I’ve seen), and ourever popular Spring Retreat. It’s a little laterthan usual this year, butthe anticipation will onlymake it better! I can’twait!bers, or Sharon Thompson,our nominations chair, if youhave any questions about anyof the positions. It reallydoesn’t take much time(most positions require onlyan hour or two a month) andit’s the only way to keep BQUalive and well. If you can’tserve as an officer, considerjoining a committee, or betterNext month, in May, weyet, being a committee chair.will be voting on changes The more volunteers we have,to the BQU bylaws. QUthe better BQU is! Why nothas made some changes, you?!and we need to updateEnjoy the spring weather, butour bylaws to reflectremember to find time tothis. More on thatquilt!later.It’s spring, which meansit’s time for putting together a newboard. Serving on theboard is rewarding, andsurprisingly fun! Pleaseconsider it - just ask me,any of our board mem-Piecefully,BarbBurke QU meetings will take place at:Sangster Elementary School7420 Reservation DriveSpringfield, VA 221532nd and 4th Wednesdays, 7pmExcept as noted in the Calender
President703-455-5304Vice President (Admin)703-425-5965Vice President (Programs)703-426-1799Barb Sherwoodbsherwood@cox.netLinda Coopercooperate@cox.netMarianne Hookerdmhkrshop@verizon.netVP/Programs inating Chair703-366-2939AuctionKaren Brewsterkgbnva@gmail.comKathy McCreakathy.mccrea@cox.netSharon Thompsonthompies5@comcast.netDiana Hoefke703-978-3992dhoefke@cox.netBaby Quilts703-971-6618Bee KeeperDebbie Bullockdbullock@verizon.netApril BirthdaysBig QU/Fall Speaker 2017Bus Blasts703-554-3524Holiday SocialJune Social703-440-5151Library Display703-913-5332Membership703-690-6060Midnight Madness703-732-6283Newsletter Editor703-256-5610Nicki Allennallendesigns@aol.comSue Bynumsbynum@wtplaw.comJean TaylorArkiJean@verizon.netBarb Hallfitnessfun@verizon.netTeresa Bristowteresa.bristow@gmail.comGay BitterTerry LekingVirginia FritscheRebecca MyersLibby FritscheMary Grace RonanBarbara HallBarb SherwoodTerri JaquishSharon ThompsonKumutha LaneBenita Grffinbgriffin59@hotmail.comWendy Sparkscrazeq@aol.comBonnie Ruetenikbonniehh00@gmail.comKaren Brewsterkgbnva@gmail.comMarjie Curiamcuria.BQU@gmail.comPhotographerProperty Chair703-690-3040Quilt Collector703-978-7513Quilt Collector Asst.Retreat, Fall703-978-7513Retreat, Spring703-591-6162Pat Pricethymewpvp@verizon.netRenee Castroprcastrop@verizon.netDudley Shugartddshugart@verizon.comRenee Castroprcastrop@verizon.netRita RivlinMargaret.Rivlin@gmail.comSoldier QuiltsLibby Merce Delaney703-994-2583merced@verizon.netWays & Means703-690-9550Ways & Means703-256-4377Welcome703-866-1082Susan Fernandezmannyandsusan@cox.netLinda Snowljsnow2@verizon.netKaren Burschnickkjb4mk@aol.comUpcomingBurke QU EventsApril 5, 2017--AuctionApril 26, 2017--Speaker Debby KratavilApril 27-30, 2017--Spring RetreatJune 2-4, 2017--Big QU Quilt ShowJune 14, 2017--June SocialJuly 26, 2017--Speaker LeslieClaire GreenbergAugust 9, 2017--Speaker
Page 3Vo lum e XXIII, I ssue 7, April 2017April SpeakerDebby Kratavil will be our speaker on April 26. The subject of her lecture is “Shortcuts from a Short Woman.”“This is a trunk show bursting with tips, tricks, shortcuts and a varietyof innovations that will satisfy any quilter. I demonstrate traditionalblocks made with non-traditional methods. With 25-35 quilts I showquick ways to create otherwise difficult blocks and finishing techniques:taking out the y-seam on Lone Stars; no handsewingof quilt labels, rod pockets and binding - no kidding! Iam always making new samples, so every time I givethis trunk show I have at least a dozen new quilts using the latest fabrics. I am the Queen of Tips andTricks and I love to share these things to make yourquilting life easier and more fun.” Debby's idnight MadnessWe had 18 people in attendance and everyone had a greattime. I saw progress being made on UFO’s, work on several baby quilts, blocks of the month and other projects.We had both hand sewers and machine projects. Dinnerwas from Panera. The goodies were a fat quarter, spool ofthread and a peel. Kathye Gillette of Quilters Studio wasgenerous as always letting us shop duringthe event. What about having another inthe fall? Let me know if there is an interest. Possibly late September or early October? Karen Brewster
Page 4Vo lum e XXIII, I ssue 7, April 2017Quilting on a WhiM, Burke’s Ways and Means fund raiser, debuted twonew color ways, Amazon Lagoon and Black Beach, at the March 22meeting. Many thanks to Burke members Judy Gula of Artistic Artifacts and Kathye Gillette of The Quilters Studio, once again, for theirgenerous support to Burke’s Ways and Means! Kathye also providedhard copies of a variety of free patterns. The bundles feature an excitingblend of selections from these two wonderful shops.And, thank you to our members for the overwhelming response tothe new color ways. We will have very limited quantities for sale at theApril 26 meeting. Each bundle of 16 fabulous fat quarters sells for 55.00 each. We will also have a few ‘quick take’ bundles of 4 and 5 fatquarters from previous years’ Quilting on a WhiM beauties available.Ways and Means Committee: Susan Fernandez, Meghan Betts, LindaSnow, and our long distance members: Patricia Scott and DianeMurthaDon’t look behind you, You’re notgoing that way!
Page 5Vo lum e XXIII, I ssue 7, April 2017Board Positions for Next Year!!Unique Opportunity for Motivated Individuals!We must fill our BQU board positions for next year. Pleasedon’t assume that “someone else” will take on these jobs.YOU might be the perfect fit for one of them.Right now we have openings in almost every position:President, First Vice President (Admin), Secretary, Treasurer and Nominations. Marianne Hooker has agreed tostay on as Second Vice President (Programs) but she needsa shadow—someone who will assist her through the nextboard year and then take over as 2nd VP for 2018-2019.The Burke QU board is a great way to give back to ourguild, and as a board member you have an active say inhow the year goes and what kind of activities we get involved in.If you have any questions about the various job descriptions or what the time commitment is for any of them,please talk to the current officer or to Sharon Thompson(Nominations). You can contact Sharon by phone (703366-2939) or email (thompies5@comcast.net).
Page 6Vo lum e XXIII, I ssue 7, April 2017Burke QU Business Meeting Minutes, March 8, 2017Sangster Elementary SchoolPresident Barb Sherwood called the meeting to order at 7:31 pm and welcomed everyone.There was one new member and three visitors present.Minutes:Minutes from the February 8, 2016 meeting were printed in the January newsletter. A motionwas made by Denise Ratz and seconded by Pat Price that the minutes be approved as published in the newsletter. The motion carried by voice vote.Old Business:We still need someone for by-law review, chair for show financials for next year’s show and anoutreach coordinator preferably by May.Quilt Show:A Show Chair for next year has been found. The new website is up and newsletters areposted. There is no password needed so there are no privacy safeguards and the directory isnot on the website. There were 509 quilts registered for the show. The Fly Me to the Moonexhibit will have 179 quilts. The guild will be selling pins, carry bags, totes and possibly mugswith the show logo.Class registration is open. There will be no food for the Annual Meeting. Instead there will bewater and a goodie bag with a granola bar or something similar. We are asking for doorprizes from the vendors. Postcards about the quilt show are available. Please spread theword.Other NewsMcClean is having their auction on March 28th from 10 am to 12pm. Mid-Appalachian Quilterssummer retreat is July 14-16, 2017 in Emmitsburg, MD.Announcements:Baby Quilts:Debbie Bullock announced we have done 201 quilts, 170 preemie quilts and 31 baby quilts and440 hats. Labels and kits are available.Program:Maryanne Hooker announced our speaker at the March 22nd meeting will be Paula Harr. Shewill lecture on T-Shirt quilting. Remember we will be meeting at the Burke Center Library.Midnight Madness:Karen Brewster announced that Midnight Madness will be Friday, March 24 th at Quilters Studiofrom 5:30 pm to midnight. Dinner will be ordered from Panera. Please see her at break tosign up. Fee is 25.
Page 7Vo lum e XXIII, I ssue 7, April 2017Burke QU Business Meeting Minutes, cont.Auction:Diana Hoefke reminded everyone the auction is scheduled from April 5th. Items need to beauction ready. She is asking you have a card with a description of items, who donatedthem and estimated value. Volunteers are needed for setup. We are doing bag, silent andlive auctions again this year. Bag auction tickets are now on sale.Ways and MeansBundles from last year are still available. Full bundles (16 fat quarters) are 55. Smallbundles of 4 fat quarters are 12 and 5 fat quarters are 15. See Susan Hernandez orLinda Snow. New bundles will be at the next meeting in 2 colorways.Spring RetreatSign up is underway and we have 70 so far. If you need a roommate let Rita know, thereare a few people looking for a roomie. Bring your scissors and knives that need to besharpened. Put one item in a zip lock bag with your name and 5.Membership:We are now half way through the year so membership is 10.The Executive Committee did a show and tell of favorite things.Anti-glue needs by Maderiafoldable LED light, battery operatedSkateboard tape for rulersstraw needlesTacky glue with extra thin nozzlecurve master footScissors with serrated bladewood picks for appliqueBorder bookstailors clabberHeat rulerstrip stick for pressingCats claw seam ripperThe meeting took a break and will resume in 15 minutes with Show and Tell.Show and Tell with prize drawings and name tag prize drawings. The Challenge UFO quiltsalso had a prize drawing. The next number for the UFO Challenge is 9 and 6. Two numberswere drawn for April and May since auction is the April meeting. The next business meetingis May.There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:38 pm.Respectfully Submitted,Karen BrewsterSecretary
14 Business Meeting Speaker: Kim Einmo October 2016 1 Kaffe Fassett 6:30-9:30pm . The bundles feature an exciting blend of selections from these two wonderful shops. . 366-2939) or email (thompies5@comcast.net). Page 6 Volume XXIII, Issue 7, April 2017 Burke QU Business Meeting Minutes, March 8, 2017
