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  • November 02, 2021 6:51 PM | Lynn Roginski

    The Spoolin' Around Bee meets on the fourth Thursday of each month from 6-9 PM at Wooden Spools Quilt Shop in Englewood (2805 S. Broadway). We are a fairly new bee.  A few months ago when we began to meet again, we merged the Spoolin' Around bee with the QuiltersDEN bee.  We are very casual; everyone works on their own projects, we all share our "show and tells" and we support each other in our quilting projects.  Some people bring hand projects to work on like wool applique, bindings, or EPP, some people like to take advantage of the large cutting tables in the classroom to cut out projects, and some people like to bring their machines and sew for a few hours-- really, anything goes.  Right now the bee is open to anyone who would like to attend.

    Want more information? Contact Rachael Lambrecht 

    Submitted by Rachael Lambrecht


  • November 02, 2021 4:36 PM | Lynn Roginski

    Each month of this year I will be introducing a new block.  You may take this as an opportunity to build your own skills.  Additionally, I encourage you to post your block creations either on our ACQ Community Facebook page or on Instagram using #ACQPresidentBlock2021.  Each block you post will be entered into a monthly drawing for a fat quarter bundle.  If you aren’t on social media – no problem, just send me an email with your photo (pond.jennifer@comcast.net).  We will draw the winner at the next guild meeting, and you don’t need to be present to win (although we hope you will because we have a great line-up this year!).  The winner of October’s block will be announced at the November meeting, and the November block at the December meeting.

    This month’s blocks is the Wild Goose Chase.  A little history on the block: Nature was an obvious and rich source for quilt patterns. Many patterns are named for trees, flowers, animals and birds. The homesteaders watched the migration of flocks of geese and created quilts with that in mind. Although the triangle is used in hundreds of other quilt designs, in this block, triangles represent the geese. Pioneer women expressed their artistic abilities and creativity in the way they arranged the triangles or geese, and in the colors they used. That may be one reason why the Wild Goose Chase pattern has at least 14 variations.

    Instructions for this month’s block may be downloaded from https://www.fatquartershop.com/wild-goose-chase-quilt-block-free-pattern

  • November 02, 2021 4:34 PM | Lynn Roginski

    The month of November is typically a month where we reflect on the blessings we have in our lives.  In our house, we each share one thing we are thankful for each day at dinner.  It’s a great way to be reflective and focus on gratitude.  So, what are you thankful for?

    This year I am thankful for all of our members who have stepped up to help in keeping our guild moving forward.  A year ago, we were hoping to be back to “normal” meetings – yet, we have hung in there continuing the online format in order to keep everyone safe and healthy.  We have also expanded into opportunities to meet as small groups: including a guild visit to the Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum, book fair and drive thru/drop off events.  We have led two successful online auctions to support our charitable quilts – all thanks to the generous donors and bidders.

    As we look forward to 2022, we have some amazing things to look forward to – and be thankful for.  We have an opportunity for guild members to register for a workshop bundle (either 5 or 9) at a significant discount.  This will lock in your spot for our limited space workshops.  We also have the Festival of Quilts, postponed from this year, which will feature a celebration of quilting by our guild members.  We are also planning an exciting virtual retreat coming in February!  Stay tuned for updates.

    And a special thank you to all the volunteers who are making these awesome events happen!


  • October 02, 2021 9:39 PM | Lynn Roginski

    What does the White Rabbit and fall have in common?

    Both are late this year…as is this message.  Although COVID afforded time to enjoy hobbies and open schedules, it seems that things are starting to get back to normal, and for me normal means super busy.  Helping to get the guild ready for another outstanding year, planning for activities and making sure we have a fabulous Fall Auction, time got away from me this month.

    Speaking of the upcoming year, our Program Director for 21/22 has been putting out teasers on the 2021 program line up. This year we are going to do something a bit different, and allow for you to fill up your schedule in advance by purchasing a program plan. More information is shared in a separate article and at the next guild meeting on this opportunity – and because workshop spaces are limited, this is a great way to make sure that you are registered for all the classes you want!

    To round out this year, we have several great speakers coming up – and a special treat coming in December (fingers crossed, we can meet in person) which will help set us up for next year.  

    With all the excitement, we are always looking for volunteers to help lighten the work.  If you have skills in marketing, note taking, or want to help out with short term opportunities – there is room for you! The best way to let us know what your passion is in making the most of your Guild membership is to update your member profile to include your ACQ Service Interests. You’ll find your profile and a button to edit it by clicking on the “blue person button” in the upper right corner of the green ACQ banner at the very top of every website page and select View Profile. (Oh my, I’m glad we have more techie people than me in this guild!) Contact VP Membership Deb Roth if you need more help with this. 


    Submitted by Jen Dietz, ACQ President

  • October 02, 2021 7:36 PM | Lynn Roginski

    Each month of this year I will be introducing a new block. You may take this as an opportunity to build your own skills. Additionally, I encourage you to post your block creations either on our ACQ Community Facebook page or on Instagram using #ACQPresidentBlock2021. Each block you post will be entered into a monthly drawing for a fat quarter bundle. If you aren’t on social media – no problem, just send me an email with your photo (pond.jennifer@comcast.net). We will draw the winner at the next guild meeting, and you don’t need to be present to win (although we hope you will because we have a great line-up this year!). The winner of September’s block will be announced at the October meeting, and the October block winner at the November meeting. (Note from Newsletter Editor: Boy did I mess up not copying the September block instructions into the September newsletter article! If you made the September block you are a Block Star!!!)

    The October block is the Bento Block brought to you by The Spruce Crafts. You can use precuts or yardage for the pattern depending on what you prefer and the look you want. Try it with scraps for a real challenge using the color and value tips you learned from Diane Harris at our August meeting. You’ll find the pattern and instructions here. Have fun with this block. Can’t wait to see what you do.   


    Submitted by Jen Dietz, ACQ President

  • October 02, 2021 6:44 PM | Lynn Roginski

    After a resounding success of the Spring Online Auction 2021, the Fall Online Auction 2021 is on its way! The Fall Auction includes fall and holiday items including quilts of many sizes, table runners and toppers, handmade bags, a bag class and Collectors Editions of  Quiltmaker’s 100 Blocks magazine.  All of the beautiful items are donated by members like you knowing that they will bring delight to their new owners; only one of the reasons we practice this art. 

    Photos and descriptions of items will be posted in advance on October 14 to 16 with the auction going live October 17 to 24. Help us spread the word about this event to your friends near and far using your personal social media accounts. 

    Here is a sampling of the items that have been donated.  





  • October 02, 2021 4:48 PM | Lynn Roginski

    Excellent News!. The Stitchin’ in Aurora Bee delivered numerous quilts to Clermont Commons. Please see the amazing pictures. Thank you so much to the Stitchin’ in Aurora Bee and ACQ members who made these wonderful quilts. The photos also answer the question, “What kind of quilts does ACQ donate?” These are only examples as not all of our donations go to veteran’s causes. You can see other examples by coming to the next Drive Thru scheduled for October 30, 2021. We are getting ready with more kits for you piecers and more quilt sandwiches for quilting or binding.

    Be sure to join us for the October Guild meeting for a short presentation by Dorotha Cicchinelli with the Colorado Pregnancy & Newborn Loss Services (CPNLS). It is sure to be informative. 

    If you have any ideas, suggestions or questions about Charity activities in ACQ, please do not hesitate to email me.  


    Submitted by Sheila Clark, VP Charitable Activities, 2022

  • October 02, 2021 12:45 PM | Lynn Roginski

    JANUARY Candace Grisham

    • Lecture– 13th “Dresden Reimagined” – Candy shares her journey with the Dresden block into the modern quilt world, art quilts, and publishing.  Includes a Trunk Show with photos and instruction.
    • Workshop – 15th “Modern Dresden – 5 Different Finishes” – A modern update for making a variety of Dresden designs using 5 different variations of edge finishes. The size and design variations are endless! Designed to be a technique class, you will determine how many plates, sizes, and finishes you desire as you create your own fiber art piece.  A fun and creative workshop!

    NoteThis is a two-part workshop.  Part 2, a Show-and-Tell, will be held on February 26th.

    • Challenge– Our challenge for entries into this years Festival of Quilts will be announced at our Guild Meeting on January 13th!

    FEBRUARY Connie Martin

    • Lecture 10th “Pre-Civil War Quilts: Secret Codes to Freedom (Underground Railroad) This historical presentation featuring slides, storytelling and a display of hand-crafted quilt replicas will explain how abolitionists and fugitive slaves used quilt patterns and special stitching to signify escape routes to freedom.  Connie tells the fascinating family stories of how these quilt codes were used by her ancestors, a 6th generation descendant of captured American slaves.

    MARCH Annette Ornelas

    • Lecture 10th “Dimensional Curved Piecing” - Join Annette as she transports you into another quilting dimension.  See how piecing curves can be as easy as sewing a straight line! Lecture consists of a trunk show of numerous quilts and samples.   
    • Workshop – 12th“Mexican Stars Wall-Hanging” – Using Annette’s technique, learn how to easily achieve curved results with straight-line piecing as you construct this easy but complex looking design.  This technique will add a great dimensional look to your quilts!

    APRIL Scarlett Rose

    • Lecture – 14thA Look at Modern Celtic Quilting” – Besides Celtic knotwork, see how bias tape appliqué can be used by modern and art quilters.
    • Workshop – 16th“New Circuitry” - Learn how to make your own bias tape and where to place contrasting insets as you make a small quilt project.  See how you can mix-and-match any of the five borders from the pattern to make your own personal variation or adapt these Celtic borders to complement patchwork!

    MAY Kelly Gallagher Abbott (Lecture) and Lisa Walton (Workshop)

    • Lecture – 12th“The Cutting Edge” – Kelly Gallagher Abbott, of Jukebox Quilts, will show many innovative techniques, tools, gadgets, and tricks.  This talk is rich with information about what judges are looking for and how to correct the most seen areas of weakness.  Learn new hints that are guaranteed to save time and increase accuracy and success. This lecture includes a slide presentation and brief trunk show.
    • Workshop – 14th and 21st“Fantastic Fusible Improv” – Join Lisa Walton from Sydney, Australia as she teaches you basic color and design principles using fusible web and cutting and layering fabrics to create fun improvised quilting that would be difficult to do using traditional piecing techniques.  You’ll also learn an easy but professional facing technique for your quilt.  This is a fun, and freeing, two-part workshop!

    JUNE Tuffet Class

    • No Lecture/No Meeting - QUILT SHOW!! 
    • Workshop– 18th and 25th –Cathy Burk, a certified Tuffet Source™ instructor, will teach how to make an 18” upholstered footstool in this fun two-part class.  Once you’ve made one, you’ll want to make more!  Limited to only 12 participants, so sign up early so you don’t miss out! 

    JULY - Julie Silber

    • Lecture – 14th - “Show Me! An Online Trunk Show of Rare and Historic Quilts” – As a long-time collector, curator, and caretaker of several quilt collections, Julie has access to some of the greatest antique quilts ever made.  Join us in this fascinating lecture featuring stories and backgrounds behind these extraordinary historic quilts, some of them never published or exhibited before.

    AUGUSTMarci Baker (Workshop)

    • No Lecture (Speaker) – 11th -Guild Meeting TBD
    • Workshop– 13th“Stack ‘n Cut Hexagon Quilts”– Learn this simple technique of stacking layers and cutting pieces from large, high-contrast prints as 6 identical triangles come together to create a kaleidoscope or millefiori design.  Make beautiful quilts with these exciting techniques!

    SEPTEMBERMaria Shell 

    • Lecture – 8th“Traditional, Art, Modern-Notes from the Field” – Maria will share her personal journey from traditional to abstract art quilts that look modern.  She will share some fun historical facts about all three genres, and what it means to be a 21st Century quilter.
    • Workshop – 10th and 11th“Making Prints” – Learn how to piece an assortment of prints-stripes, dots, tracks, and plaids. While building these new units, students will be given information about working with solid-colored fabrics, improvisational piecing techniques, and ideas for taking these techniques and creating original quilts.

    OCTOBER Swan Sheridan

    • Lecture – 13th “Color Theory Applied-Fabric Collecting and Usage” - Join us in this lecture with Swan which includes a showing of 30 or more quilts and focuses on building and utilizing a color stash in both modern and traditional quilting designs.
    • Workshop - 15th“Shattered Blossoms / Fractured Flowers” – Learn how to fuse 4 large flowers, quarter them into sections, and appliqué them by exploring the decorative stitches on your machine. Learn how to trim down the blocks to the right size and reassemble them using a variation on the “quilt-as-you-go” method.

    NOVEMBER Shelly Cavanna

    • Lecture – 10th“Modern Mosaic Quilts” – Shelly will share the story of her design evolution as a self-taught quilter to her current love for mosaic style quilts.  This lecture shows the progression of how she developed her signature mosaic style in making stunning quilts which look complex but are simple for quilters of all skill levels.
    • Workshop – 12th“Aurora Quilt” – Learn Shelley’s techniques, tips, and tricks for making these dreamy, mosaic-inspired nine-patch blocks.  Use her favorite Stitch + Flip techniques and your favorite fat quarter bundle to make this truly stunning quilt…simply!

    DECEMBER – 

    • No Lecture (Speaker) – 8th -Guild Meeting TBD
    • No Workshop


    Programs and workshops for this year will be a hybrid mixture of LIVE vs. ZOOM, depending on restrictions that could incur from Covid or any other unforeseeable circumstances.  All workshops are scheduled on Saturdays to accommodate our working members.  

    Please support your ACQ Guild and our scheduled speakers by taking their workshops.  Thank you!


    Submitted by Kathy Wasilewski, VP Programs 2022

  • October 02, 2021 12:06 PM | Lynn Roginski

    This year, ACQ is offering two Workshop Package Bundles so that members will have the opportunity to enjoy more workshops at a discounted price!  You will have the choice of selecting one of two different packages.  Each of these packages offer great savings and allow you to get more "bang" for your buck.

    WORKSHOP BUNDLE- 5 - This package will allow members to take 5 workshops for $200.00 instead of the individual cost of $250.00.  This is a savings to you of $10.00 per workshop, or $50.00 total.  Think of it as paying for 4 workshops.... with the 5th one at no cost to you!!

    Note:  The Tuffet Workshop in June will require using 2 of your 5 credits to be applied to this workshop since it is a Special Event that is being offered at a slightly higher cost than our regular Early Bird pricing.  You have the choice of either applying your 5th credit to this workshop, taking 5 different classes, or taking 5 different classes and paying full price for the Tuffet Workshop.  The choice is up to you.

    WORKSHOP BUNDLE - 9 - This package allows members to take ALL 9 workshops at a much deeper discount, and the Tuffet Class is included as 1 of your classes!  Members will pay $420.00 for this package instead of $490.00....a savings to you of $70.00!!  

    HERE'S HOW IT WORKS:

    • Those who wish to purchase a Package Bundle MUST sign-up in advance during our Enrollment Period of October 15, 2021 - November 12, 2021.  Payment is due at this time.
    • ACQ members may review each workshop on the Calendar at our  website.  The workshops will be open for viewing during this time.
    • ACQ members wishing to sign up will fill out the form linked on the Event after payment has been made to select which classes they wish to take.  This must be done regardless of whether the signup is for the 5 or 9 Workshop Bundle and must be received during the Enrollment period. 
    • Those who purchase the Workshop Bundles will be added immediately to each Workshop that they selected.  This guarantees their spot above all other registrations.... especially on those classes which are limited in attendance. (Note:  The Tuffet Workshop is limited to only 12 students)
    • No cancellations or refunds.  Should you be unable to attend a workshop that you registered for, you are welcome to sell your workshop spot to another ACQ member.  Any changes must be approved by the 2022 Program Chairman.

    Please note - These packages are optional.  ACQ members may still sign-up individually for any classes that they wish to take; however, you will not be receiving any class savings other than the Early Bird Discount.

    Should you have any questions, please contact your VP Programs 2022, Kathy Wasilewski.


    Submitted by Kathy Wasilewski, VP Programs 2022

  • October 01, 2021 9:10 PM | Lynn Roginski
    The Sew What's New Bee was started on June 5, 2007 with 5 members. Only 2 of those 5 are still with us. By 2012 we had added 8 more members including myself. However, one of our members died last year and one moved away. We are a very busy Bee and enjoy creating new quilts and learning new things. In December of 2015 we revealed the new raffle quilt for ACQ. We had all worked together for several months to make a Judy Niemeyer quilt called “Flowers for my Wedding”. 

    We did not meet during COVID except via Zoom meetings. We are just now starting to meet in person again. We meet the first Tuesday of the month in the evening. We bring show n tell and talk about new things we’re working on. We like to have a specific topic for each meeting and we have had many group projects throughout the years. We have one sew day per year and we often work on charity quilts during that time. We’re always looking for new inspiration and we love learning new techniques. 


    Submitted by Deb Geissler 

MONTHLY GUILD MEETINGS

Meetings held the 2nd Thursday of each month

All meetings are streamed online

In person meetings are held at:

Our Father Lutheran Church

6335 S Holly St, Centennial, CO

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