AGM

Some groups have difficulty getting their members along on AGM night, but at Piecemakers, we keep it very functional.  We need to have an AGM for insurance and transparency purposes, but also because it is an opportunity for the members to have their say about the running of the group, both compliments and criticisms.  It only lasts about half an hour and means we can have time for some other activity as well.  This year we made some little bags to put teddies in for children having medical treatment on Mercy Ships.  

Here is a teddy which Paula made earlier, and some of the 24 bags which were made on the evening.  Some people took some home to make, as they were very easy.  

Here are people sewing by hand and machine. 

At the same time we had three sales tables.  Chris brought goodies from the Bloodwise charity shop.  This is a go to destination for haberdashery and fabrics.  They have donated zips, laces, braids, buttons, ribbons, threads, wool, knitting patterns, sewing patterns and the famous 'odds and ends'!  I bought a load of brand new zips for 50p each! Bargain! 

Julie brought delectable batiks and other fabric at bargain prices.  

Gill had had a clear out and had all kinds of bargains for everyone.  Looks like she's just negotiating a sale. 

June was in Halloween mood with the raffle, and had spooky fabric plus spooks! 

The show and tell was varied.  Gaynor had made this lovely wall hanging at a workshop.  Gorgeous. 

Here is an example of a sample made at a Jenny Rayment workshop. 

Here is another one of Jenny's techniques made into a cushion. 

Jan made this cushion cover at the Tentmakers of Cairo workshop.  She left the cushion at home to save bulk. 

Another workshop piece, with contrasting circles.  This looks very complicated! 

Paula brought two wall hangings.  This one is so cute.  All the deer look very realistic. 

This one is topiary trees.  

Here is a Linus quilt made to use up 2.5" squares.  It was fun to make and I think it'll be fun to own too. 

This quilt is called 'Remember the Ladies' and each block is named after a famous woman.  They range from Martha Washington to Grace Darling.  

Gill started this quilt about four years ago, and finally finished it thanks to help she received at a sit and sew day.  She had despaired at getting it together, as not all the blocks were the same size, but it looks great!  Look out for the sit and sew days for next year.  Maybe you have a project which could be completed with a little advice. 

Vicki is looking forward to a new member of the family.  Lucky baby! 

Ruth's grandchildren are growing up, and she has decided to make each one a quilt to mark their 21st birthdays.  This is for grandchild number 2 and all made from fabulous Oakshott fabrics.  Lucky grandchild! 

We are looking forward to exhibiting at The Big Textile Show at the end of this month, and the visit of Sarah Fielke in November!  Hope to see you at both events!