Tag: PebbleCreek Quilters

The Art of Quilting Show Wowed Attendees

Jonnie Chandler “A beautiful display of talent and artistry.” “I was blown away by such creativity, talent, and designs.” “Enjoyed it very much. I’m so glad I went.” “The quilts are amazing.” “Impossible to vote on the best ones!” These are a few comments made about the uniqueness and creativity displayed at the PebbleCreek Quilters’…

Quilters’ Community Service Project

Jonnie Chandler The PebbleCreek Quilters’ (PCQ) Community Service Committee plans and organizes a monthly charity workshop to piece and sew needed items for charitable organizations. The committee plans workshops to complete items, such as quilts and fidget mats for Hospice of the Valley, breast cancer pillows for PebbleCreek residents, and zippy strippy bags for children…

A Quilt’s Special Story

Jonnie Chandler Have you seen a beautiful quilt that you loved and wondered about the story behind it? Have you considered the fabric and the hours spent sewing the quilt? The 2022 PebbleCreek Quilters’ (PCQ) opportunity quilt, Oopsie Daisy, is a good example of a great story to tell. For years, Cheryl McGovern had the…

PebbleCreek Quilters Complete Projects in Honor of Maureen Pugsley

Jonnie Chandler Quilters are notorious for their unfinished quilting projects. They willingly halt work on their projects to help others who are struggling with a challenge or to volunteer their time and supplies for a charitable organization or community project. Their unfinished quilting projects are fondly referred to as UFOs, and quilters’ personal sewing spaces…

2021 Opportunity Quilt Drawing

Jonnie Chandler and Carol Moonan Each year, several members of the PebbleCreek Quilters (PCQ) create an “opportunity quilt” to raise funds to support their community service projects and to buy and maintain equipment in the fiber arts room. The 2021 opportunity quilt, Riverbed, was designed by world-renowned quilter Judy Martin, and is highlighted in her…

Breast Cancer Discussion Group Meeting October 28

Rayma Scalzo We are pleased to once again have Dr. Rich Shildt, oncologist, attend our October meeting. This is a great opportunity for those recently diagnosed or currently undergoing treatment for breast cancer to ask questions. We also encourage those of you who are long-time survivors to attend our meetings, as sharing your experience is…

Congratulations to Virtual Quilt Show Winners!

Virtual quilt show winners. Front row (left to right): Cheryl McGovern and Roberta Penchina; back row: Cynthia Schwartz and Mary Hill

Linda Rowe Due to COVID-19, the PebbleCreek Quilters held their first virtual quilt show. Through the use of technology, viewers were invited to vote for their favorites in each category. Sixty-eight quilts were entered in this competition. Over 300 votes were cast to determine the winners. The winners are: Cheryl McGovern, Traditional Category: From My…