OK so did you miss me? What you did not notice that I was gone?!?!? I have heard just wonderful things about Desi and her handling the business part of the Day Lilies and Nite Owls meetings. Thank you so much Desi.

For those of you who did not know, I was the Dept Head for the Home Ec building at the Fair this year. It was loads of work, and long days but so much fun. I love the faire, especially here in Bishop. I love walking around and seeing people I know and stopping to talk, the food, the rides (nope I did not ride them this year) the games, the exhibits and the D. Derby. Yea I love it all. It reminds me of when I was a little girl and going to the church carnival, and growing up and even sometimes even having a boyfriend to walk around with….very cool.

Being ask to work behind the scenes was a gift that I will treasure. Speaking of the Home Ec Building…Calico Quilters you shined!!!! It was so interesting to listen to the judge and then to be able to hang your quilts…..such a privilege. I was so proud when I recognized a name when we were hanging them. So many Blue Ribbons and Best of Shows. CONGRATULATIONS to all of you!!!!! I was so pleased to see Carole Sample receive the Gay Mitchel Award…..You Go Carole my friend!!! In addition, how about that Op Quilt. Sally you fretted I know but I think it was all worth it. Thank you for your hard work and a job beautifully done……I applaud you and bow at your work. Our past president Margaret and her ribbon and our VP Nela going and also getting BEST OF SHOW. I wish I could remember all the them…. I am in the company of fine quilters.

AND THE CROWD GOES WILD…….

You are all the best. All the quilts were gorgeous, ranging from the traditional to the very contemporary, you are all so inspiring, thank you for sharing your work with our Faire and all of us.

Remember you can never have too much fabric or too many bears,

President, Calico Quilters,

Our time at Crooked Creek is fast approaching. On Sept. 7 we'll take off for 2 1/2 days of intense sewing. Cost? $180 for meals and lodging for the weekend, $17 for Saturday night dinner if you would like to come up for just the day. Last day to make up your mind? August 30. Get your check to Marty Voght by that day. She'll attend the Night Owl's meeting on Aug. 30, if you are a last-minute decider. If you want more information, call Marty, 873-3055, but be aware that she's going to be out of town for more than a week before Labor Day.

I know I have I said it before but you all are so awesome when it comes to giving to the QOV Foundation. I am totally in awe of your generosity not only of your talent but also of your time. Desi gave me a whole load of quilts that will be sent to our soldiers and I know that they will be blessed to know that they are remembered and that we support them. Thank you again.

~Margi, QOV Chair

Okay everyone, it's almost time to start thinking about those pesky little Christmas projects. On Saturday October 13th (if my mom/Desi can get the building) we will be having a Santa Door/Wall Hanging workshop. I will be having a sign-up sheet at the next few meetings for anyone who is interested. This will be a potluck so you can bring something yummy to eat. To give you a heads up on what fabrics and how much you will need, here's what to bring:

• Background - 1/2 yard
• Cap and Robe - 1/2 yard
• Hands and Boots - 1/8 yard
• Face - 1/8 yard or a 2" x 4-1/2" scrap
• Beard - 1/4 yard
• Sashing/Trim - 1/4 yard
• First Accent Border - 1/6 yard or (4) 1" x 44" strips
• Scrap Border - 1/8 yard of each fabrics or (1) 2-1/2" x 44" strips of each fabrics
• (2) 3/8" buttons
• (5) 1" buttons
• Sewing Machine · Thread · Cutting Mat · Rotary Cutter · Ruler · Needle · Pen / Pencil

I will have a more detailed list of things if you would like to save some time and cut all the pieces before the workshop at the meeting before the workshop. I have to see how long this takes to sew up; I haven't done it yet. I will have more information in the next newsletter. ~Courtney

The Quilt Guild suggested making a quilt for the Methodist Church since the guild had met there for so many years. Therefore I am collecting red scraps so we can make a rough edged appliqué flame to go with the flame and the cross the Methodist Church Logo. We will have workshops in the future but the first step is collecting red fabric. The church will be 100 years old next August, so the project will need to be finished by then. Thanks in advance. ~Margaret Phelps

HARVEST PARTY - POTLUCK OF SOUPS, BREADS AND DESSERTS GUILD WILL PROVIDE DRINKS FOR ALL OF YOU WHO WANT TO, WE WILL BE PLAYING QUILTO SO PLEASE BRING A FAT QUARTER OR A SMALL NOTION FOR PRIZES

CHRISTMAS PARTY - POTLUCK WE WILL BE PLAYING THE GAME WITH OUR EMBELLISHED BLOCKS (GO VASI) PLEASE BRING A UGLY FAT QUARTER FOR ALL OF YOU WHO WANT TO, WE WILL BE PLAYING STRIP POKER SO PLEASE BRING 15 - 2 ½" STRIPS, THAT IS THE FULL WIDTH OF THE FABRIC (2-1/2" X 44)

I AM SURE WE WILL HAVE MORE INFO TO COME.

The quilt is at Wildrose Lane Quilting as you are reading this. I did get a second of a sneak preview, and it is beautiful!!! Everyone rise to their feet, and let out a huge cheer. And while you are up, give SALLY DEPERRO a standing ovation, for a job well done. In addition, a huge thank you from the Calico Quilters.

Thank you to all of you who sat and sold tickets at the faire for our Op Quilt. Did it not look beautiful hanging there. Again, I apologize to those who I had scheduled too early in the day. We have had several members turn in their money for the tickets they sold, and the time at the fair brought us over $300 in ticket sales. GREAT JOB!! Thank you. I have the quilt and on the first weekend in October, it will be at the fairgrounds again for the Fall Colors Car Show. Thank you to all of you who already signed up to help sell tickets. We are off to a great start, it up the hard work, and let me know if you need more tickets.

~Margi, Opportunity Quilt Chair

• Please mark your calendars that some of the meeting dates have been changed. The September 25th Day Lilies has been changed to October 2nd and the September 27th Night Owls has been changed to October 4th. Same times as usual.

Santa Door Hanging Block - Courtney McElvogue
Potluck. Courtney will have a supply list for this workshop. I've seen the pattern and it's really cute!

Photos on Fabric - Jan Dunaway
Learn how to scan, save, manipulate and print your photos on fabric.

Cowboy Vest Block - Jo Bacon

Background fabric: Enough fabric to cut the following:
One 3 1/2" x 5" square
Two strips 2" x 5"
One strip 2" x 6 1/2"

Scraps approximately 8 inch square or larger for vest front and lining fabric for back of vest and inside of fronts

Optional: embellishments or a small charm to put into an inside vest pocket

Supplies: Freezer paper, Marking pen, Paper Scissors Appliquéé needle, Appliquéé pins, Regular sewing supplies, Sewing machine, Iron and Ironing Board

Happy Birthday to the following members!

Katie Poole 9/12
Janet Lowney 9/14
Vivian Mitchel 9/17
Linda Klug 9/21

October 6th - Valley of the Mist Quilt Guild Outdoor Quilt Show in Old Towne Temecula. www.valleyofthemistquiltesguld.com

October 13 - Orange Grove Quilters Guild In Garden Grove Live Auction and Tea United Methodist Church 12741 Main Street Garden Grove

October 13-14 - Cpnejo Valley Quilters Quilt Show "A Gathering Under The Oaks" Cal Lutheran College - 60 West Olsen Road, Thousand Oaks Over 150 quits, vendors, door prizes, children's treasure hunt, a boutique, member'squilt challenge, quilt auction, op quilt and sewing machine drawing

Linda Klug joined at the night meeting August 2nd. Linda has been quilting off and on for 30 years and enjoys embroidery and fishing. Welcome Linda!

The Eastern Sierra Wildlife Care Center has asked the guild to save scraps of minkee and flannel for use at the care center. These soft fabrics can be used for nesting and bedding materials for baby birds and other baby mammals. Any size of scraps are fine. You can bring your scraps to the day or night meeting. Day group can give them to Margi Duffy and she can get them to me. Thanks for your donation! ~Laurie Morrow