MLQG Labor Day Weekend Quilt Market

Lots of gorgeous quilted items made by MLQG members will be for sale during the Labor Day Weekend Quilt Market at the Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center in Wellsboro, PA. See the quilt exhibit in the main gallery and then take a look at the market in the studio. Hours for the exhibit and market are 11- 5 on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday!

Thanks to the Gmeiner for the photo!

Happy Hour Sewing in Corning -- Tuesday, August 28th

Just a reminder that Happy Hour Sewing is scheduled for Tuesday, August 28th at Emanuel Lutheran Church, 149 West William Street, in Corning, NY  5:00 PM - 8:00 PM.

This is open sewing time for MLQG members and other guests to work on their own projects or community outreach projects. Please feel free to join us for a fun-filled evening of sewing and sharing.

Photos From MLQG "Toothbrush Rug" Workshop -- August 2018

Thanks, Vonda R., for teaching a fun workshop!

Open Sewing at the Gmeiner -- Monday, August 27th

Next Open Sewing Session

 Monday,  August 27th at the Gmeiner 10:00 - 2:00

All MLQG members of all ability levels and interests are welcome to attend the open sewing sessions at the Gmeiner Art and Cultural Center (where the monthly guild meetings are held) on Mondays 10:00 - 2:00 to work on any stitching projects, hand or machine, even knitting, crocheting, or embroidery.

The purpose of these get-togethers is to spend time with other MLQG fiber fanatics and to learn from each other, no matter what we're all working on. Bring your projects, machine, and lunch. Stay for an hour or stay all day. Just be warned that if only a couple of people show up, we may pack up early and leave before noon. Cancellations will be posted on the guild's blog/website/Facebook page.

If you need more info, contact Susan McC., Anya T., or Peggi Y., or use the "contact us" form on the right side of this blog.

Correction -- MLQG Board Meeting Coming Up

MLQG officers and chairs are strongly encouraged to attend a board meeting on Monday, September 10th (NOT August 27th) at 12:00 PM at the Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center in Wellsboro, PA.

All guild members are also welcome to attend and participate.

Quilt Market Reminder

MLQG members are reminded that if you have anything that you would like to sell at the Labor Day Weekend Quilt Market, drop off for your items is scheduled for August 25 and August 26. Please remember to bring your inventory forms, and attach price tags with your names to your items.

Inventory forms can be found by clicking here.

MLQG Exhibit Continues

If you haven't visited the MLQG exhibit at the Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center in Wellsboro, PA, you still have a month to do it. It's not to be missed!

Take a look at the lovely display on the guild's website (click here for photos). It's even better in person!

Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center
Wellsboro, PA

Open Sewing at the Gmeiner -- Monday, August 20th

Next Open Sewing Session

 Monday,  August 20th at the Gmeiner 10:00 - 2:00

All MLQG members of all ability levels and interests are welcome to attend the open sewing sessions at the Gmeiner Art and Cultural Center (where the monthly guild meetings are held) on Mondays 10:00 - 2:00 to work on any stitching projects, hand or machine, even knitting, crocheting, or embroidery.

The purpose of these get-togethers is to spend time with other MLQG fiber fanatics and to learn from each other, no matter what we're all working on. Bring your projects, machine, and lunch. Stay for an hour or stay all day. Just be warned that if only a couple of people show up, we may pack up early and leave before noon. Cancellations will be posted on the guild's blog/website/Facebook page.

If you need more info, contact Susan McC., Anya T., or Peggi Y., or use the "contact us" form on the right side of this blog.

MLQG Summer Picnic -- Monday, August 20th

MLQG members are reminded that this month's meeting is the annual summer picnic.

Date -- Monday, August 20th
Time -- 6:00 PM
Place -- Lakeside Pavilion at Ives Run Recreation Area (Route 287 in Tioga, PA)

After you turn into the park from Route 287, drive all the way in, past the beach area and campground, until the very end of the main road in the park. The Lakeside pavilion is located at the end, with plenty of parking.

Bring a dish to pass, your own table service, a tablecloth, and show and tell. Water and ice will be provided.

We will have a short business meeting and then enjoy the food and company. Family members and friends are welcome.

More Fun Demos Coming Up

For a list of fun quilting demos that will be presented on weekends through August and September at the MLQG exhibit, click here. The exhibit and demos are free and open to the public.

For more details on the exhibit, click on the "2018 Exhibit" tab at the top of this blog page (below the header).

MLQG 2018 Exhibit Reception

A few shots from the opening reception of the 2018 20th Anniversary exhibit at the Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center in Wellsboro, PA. 

Look for more photos of the quilts in an upcoming blog post or two.

(click on the photos for a larger view)

Happy Hour Sewing in Corning -- Tuesday, August 14th

Just a reminder that Happy Hour Sewing is scheduled for Tuesday, August 14th at Emanuel Lutheran Church, 149 West William Street, in Corning, NY  5:00 PM - 8:00 PM.

This is open sewing time for MLQG members and other guests to work on their own projects or community outreach projects. Please feel free to join us for a fun-filled evening of sewing and sharing.

Open Sewing at the Gmeiner -- Monday, August 13th

Next Open Sewing Session

 Monday,  August 13th at the Gmeiner 10:00 - 2:00

All MLQG members of all ability levels and interests are welcome to attend the open sewing sessions at the Gmeiner Art and Cultural Center (where the monthly guild meetings are held) on Mondays 10:00 - 2:00 to work on any stitching projects, hand or machine, even knitting, crocheting, or embroidery.

The purpose of these get-togethers is to spend time with other MLQG fiber fanatics and to learn from each other, no matter what we're all working on. Bring your projects, machine, and lunch. Stay for an hour or stay all day. Just be warned that if only a couple of people show up, we may pack up early and leave before noon. Cancellations will be posted on the guild's blog/website/Facebook page.

If you need more info, contact Susan McC., Anya T., or Peggi Y., or use the "contact us" form on the right side of this blog.

Photos From MLQG Mini-Retreat -- July 2018

Click on photos for a larger view

MLQG Exhibit Opens Aug 8th!

MLQG's magnificent quilt exhibit opes on Wednesday, August 8th at the Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center in Wellsboro, PA, and goes through Sunday, September 23rd.

Free admission

Hours -- Wed/Thu/Fri -- 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
                Sat/Sun --  11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Closed Mondays and Tuesdays
OPEN Labor Day Weekend --  11:00 AM - 5:00 PM  all three days

Opening Reception -- Friday, August 10th   6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Meet the quilters, door prizes, refreshments

Everyone is welcome!

For more details on demos and quilt market during the exhibit, click on the "2018 Exhibit" tab on the top of this blog.

Click on photos below for a larger view.

MLQG 2018 Raffle Quilt

Some of the many MLQG raffle quilt volunteers

Open Sewing at the Gmeiner -- Monday, August 6, 2018

Next Open Sewing Session

 Monday,  August 6th at the Gmeiner 10:00 - 2:00

All MLQG members of all ability levels and interests are welcome to attend the open sewing sessions at the Gmeiner Art and Cultural Center (where the monthly guild meetings are held) on Mondays 10:00 - 2:00 to work on any stitching projects, hand or machine, even knitting, crocheting, or embroidery.

The purpose of these get-togethers is to spend time with other MLQG fiber fanatics and to learn from each other, no matter what we're all working on. Bring your projects, machine, and lunch. Stay for an hour or stay all day. Just be warned that if only a couple of people show up, we may pack up early and leave before noon. Cancellations will be posted on the guild's blog/website/Facebook page.

If you need more info, contact Susan McC., Anya T., or Peggi Y., or use the "contact us" form on the right side of this blog.