Thanks to all the members who participated in the 3 in 1 Challenge. It is incredible how many different ways three small fabrics can be used to create amazing wall hangings.

The Challenge participants brought their wall hangings, along withthe artistic explanation on a 5” x 7” size paper attached to the bottom of the piece to our June meeting.  During the “Books and Bargains” event, each member voted for their top three favorites. You can see pictures of all the entries on our www.acqcolorado.org  website.

The following projects received top honors:

1st Place: Linda Mazunik for her thread painted flowers

2nd Place: Barb Pond for her “Sunset in the City”

3rd Place: Saundra Dowling for her rock formation creation.

Congratulations to our top honors, but the creativity displayed made all of them winners!

Submitted by Barb Pond, Vice President

We are happy to report that as of June 25 we have 192 paid members.  Your support is greatly appreciated and it is good to see so many of you at our monthly meetings and at the opportunities where we are able to meet in person.  Your contributions and support for our Books & Bargains Yard Sale in June was amazing.

Our membership includes the following 16 businesses.  We hope that you will get to know these companies/individuals and support them when and where you can.  In the future we plan to feature our business members so we can learn more about their services.

ACQ Business members: Treelotta; ALeeB Creative; Rooster Quilting; Kate Colleran Designs; Kelly Collins; Stars and Stitches Designs; HC Design; A Quilter’s Choice; A Stitching Shop; Bound to Be Quilting; Moonlight Quilts; eQuilter.com; The Creative Needle; Wooden Spools; Crafty Girl Quilts; and The Quilted Cricket. Get more info about each of these members here.

Submitted by Ann Roman and Louise Helton

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

We extend a big round of thanks to everyone who contributed, volunteered and/or attended our Books & Bargains Yard Sale and Social.  Your support was amazing and asa result of your support we were able to raise funds for ACQ’s charity activities. 

We hope you care enjoying your book purchases.  Or maybe you picked up some of the free magazines that were available.  As you get inspired and complete projects we hope you will share pictures on the ACQ Community Facebook page and during our Show-n-Tell sessions of our monthly program meetings.

In the meantime, happy reading and happy quilting.

Submitted by Mary Rogers and Ann Roman

Books and Bargains was fun. Thank you to all who brought in quilts, blocks, and tops. I especially enjoy the stories and questions shared. I look forward to seeing ACQ members at the church for the August meeting. 

We welcome any and all donations, regardless of what your preferred style and patterns might be.  If you would like guidelines for donations, we are suggesting patriotic themed quilts for the 3rd quarter (July, August, September) and holiday for the 4th quarter (October, November, December).  

 So far this year ACQ has donated 350 quilts.

          216 Marshall Fire Victims

          15 Children’s Hospital

          94 VOA Family Motel (Previously homeless families)

          25 Clermont Commons (Women Veterans)

We thank you all for your continued support of and dedication to the Charitable Quilts project.  If you have questions or comments, please contact us by phone, text, or email.

Submitted by Sheila Clark 720.300.0973  sheila-clark@comcast.net and Jan Wolfgram 507.469.1070   jan.wolfgram@acqcolorado.org

We’re Halfway There

It’s hard to believe that we are already halfway through the year!  And what a year it has been.  We have had some amazing speakers and workshops from both local and international quilt artists, we have successfully met virtually and in-person, and we have had more participation in charity quilts this year than all of last year combined!  These are definitely things to celebrate.

As we look forward to the second half of this year, we have some great things in store.  We are moving our June meeting to Saturday the 11th, and will have a great line-up of books and bargains for sale, judging for our annual mini challenge, and an opportunity to get together with many of our guild and board members - including some from out of town.  If you would like to help out (and get first dibs on items), please arrive early.  We would be happy to put you to work.

We are also looking forward to getting geared up for next year.  In January, our board made the difficult decision to postpone the Festival of Quilts for another year due to uncertainty with COVID.  This means that you now have officially one year to get your quilts prepared to show at our festival!  We are also busy gathering speakers and workshop opportunities for 2023.  The line-up will be announced in the fall.  We are also planning another virtual retreat - and would welcome any help or recommendations as we start getting prepared.  

As our board and committees are completely run by volunteers, we are also looking for those interested in helping us form the future of the guild.  We need people for both short term opportunities - like helping at an event, and long-term opportunities serving on the board or committees.  In an effort to aid in this, we are looking to put together a nominating committee for 2023.  Currently we are in need of a President elect 2023, Vice President, Programs 2024 and Membership 2024.  If you would like to be part of shaping the future of ACQ, consider volunteering for the Nominating committee.  Please contact Jen Dietz or Barb Pond for more information.

Submitted by Jen Dietz

July Program – July 14^th

Join us online for our Guild Meeting with Julie Silber as she presents “Show Me!” … a trunk show and lecture of rare and historic quilts.  As a collector for more than 40 years, Julie will show some of her favorite 19^th and 20^th century quilts, along with their fascinating stories.  Zoom presentation.

https://www.acqcolorado.org/event-4446476 

August Program – August 11^th

Kelly Gallagher Abbott of Jukebox Quilts will be joining us IN PERSON to show us the newest techniques, tools, gadgets, and tricks.  She will also share information about what judges are looking for, and how to correct the most commonly seen areas of weakness. This lecture was originally scheduled for May.  If you signed up then, you will not need to re-register.

https://www.acqcolorado.org/event-4442307

August Workshop – August 13^th

Find surprise and beauty with this simple technique of stacking layers and cutting pieces from large, high contrast prints as you create your own “Stack ‘n Cut Hexagon Quilt”  with Marci Baker.  Learn how six identical triangles will come together to create a unique kaleidoscope or millefiori design. Class will be held at Holly’s Quilt Cabin.

https://www.acqcolorado.org/event-4447789

Submitted by Kathy Wasilewski

This Event is BIG! It takes place Saturday, June 11^th, from 9 am – 12 noon inside Plymouth Hall at the First Plymouth Congregational Church. 

This event includes:

And there will several Door Prizes scattered during the course of the event!

In addition, there will be 5 fun ways to shop!

We are still taking donations and signups. Items will be accepted on June 11^th between 8:30 am and 9:00 am as long as they are pre-priced and all required forms are completed. Items must be pre-priced before donating. The Silent Auction Bidding Sheet must be filled out in advance by the donor with the “starting bid” placed on the form.  An itinerary of times and events will be handed out at the door. All winning items must be paid for by the end of the event.  Charge cards accepted for purchases in excess of $5.00. Bring bags for your purchase.

Those wanting an Individual Table must register by June 4^th so that we can make room to add you.  We have a lot of GREAT items available for purchase, including new, packaged, and never-used items, hanging quilt racks, zippered fat-quarter/project bags, and more!   Plus, a sewing machine complete with manual! 

We need several volunteers who would like to assist with either set-up, checkout, hospitality, or other small duties as needed.  If interested, please contact either Kathy Wasilewski.

Please sign up in advance if you are planning to attend.  We are at a 100-person limit by the church and will need a count for refreshments and tables needed.

Door open at 9:00 am.

Read the FULL details at https://www.acqcolorado.org/event-4688138

HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

Submitted by Kathy Wasilewski

The Books & Bargains Yard Sale and Social is almost here.  We hope you can join us on Saturday, June 11.  

Our annual book fair will be part of our June “Books & Bargains” Yard Sale and Social.  This event will be from 9:00 to Noon First Plymouth Congregational Church on Saturday, June 11.  We will have the book sale set up in the church library.  On Saturday morning bring books you would like to donate and we will add them to the other books available for sale.  

Books will be available for purchase at bargain prices:  $1.00 each or 6 books for $5.00.  Please donate and/or purchase books at our Books & Bargains Yard Sale and Social.  Proceeds will support ACQ’s charity activities. 

Tips for Books & Bargains:

• Cash or check are preferred method of payment.
• Credit cards can be used for purchases of $20.00 or more.
• Bring bags to take home your purchases.
• Please register for this event on ACQ’s web page.  This will help us better plan for the event.
• Have fun!!

on Saturday June 11.  We will have the book sale set up in the church library.  On Saturday morning bring books you would like to donate and we will add them to the other books available for sale.  

Books will be available for purchase at bargain prices:  $1.00 each or 6 books for $5.00.  Please donate and/or purchase books at our Books & Bargains Yard Sale and Social.  Proceeds will support ACQ’s charity activities. 

Tips for Books & Bargains:

• Cash or check are preferred method of payment.
• Credit cards can be used for purchases of $20.00 or more.
• Bring bags to take home your purchases.
• Please register for this event on ACQ’s web page.  This will help us better plan for the event.
• Have fun!!

Submitted by Ann Roman

ACQ will be meeting in person, at First Plymouth Congregational Church in  Plymouth Hall, on Saturday, June 11 from 9 am until noon.  How exciting we can gather together again!  At our June event, “Books and Bargains”, we will be displaying the 3 in 1 Challenge projects and voting for the winners.  

The Challenge participants will bring their wall hangings at 9 am, along with the artistic explanation on a 5” x 7” size paper attached to the bottom of the piece.  

From 9:30 am until 11:00 am, voting will be open for members to select their three favorite pieces. First, second and third place winners will be announced around 11:20 am and ribbons will be awarded.  Photos of entries will be posted on the website www.acqcolorado.org after the meeting.

Here are the requirements for the Challenge:

1. The three fabrics must be used significantly, (so we can recognize them) in the wall hanging.  
2. Maximum size of the wall hanging must be no larger than a 20” x 20” square.
3. Project must be completed with quilting and binding.
4. Project MUST include all three fabrics in the composition.  We need to see enough of each fabric so the three fabrics can be easily identified. 
5. A short artistic statement will accompany each piece.  

Contact Barb Pond vicepresident@acqcolorado.org or (call/text 303-910-2572) with questions.

Barb Pond, Vice President