Monday, December 14, 2015

Upcoming Board Meeting and Holiday Party

This Saturday is a double get together!


Join us at 9am for a quick board meeting to go over elections and other concerns/questions for the New Year! We will meet at the Panera's in Dr Phillips just prior to the Sew Day. If you are thinking about running for office and have any questions, join us to learn more!


Follow us afterwards at 10am to the Dr Phillips branch of OCPL for our annual HOLIDAY PARTY! Remember to wear your favorite Ugly Sweater, bring a dish to share, and your gift for our exchange. (Your gift must fit into a brown paper lunch bag for the swap.)


Hope to see you there!


*This Saturday is also the date to sign up for the Riley Blake Fabric Challenge in 2016 via email from The Modern Quilt Guild. If you are attending the holiday party, be sure to log into your email at the library to sign up for the fun!

Monday, December 7, 2015

January BOM




This month we will start with a little color theory: Are you more of a “WARM” color person, or are you, (like me), more into “COOL” colors?
Warm colors are Red/Orange/Yellow, while Cool colors include Green/Blue/Purple. More information can be found at: http://www.tigercolor.com/color-lab/color-theory/color-theory-intro.htm#warm_cool_colors and http://blog.design-seeds.com/ and of course many others.

We will use a block from the MQG Quilt of the Month for Nov. 2015. Quilt, (Jeweled), designed by Jessica Godfrey and given to the MQG members. This pattern can be found here: https://community.themodernquiltguild.com/sites/default/files/JeweledQuilt.pdf .

For our BOM, half of her diamond block will be considered one block. One block for the OMQG BOM will be 8” by 11.5”.

For our BOM, you will choose a color that represents you. (Choose one warm or one cool color). That color will be used for template A in the block. (Center triangle).
Then choose one or two monochromatic or analogous fabrics for template B. (You could choose one fabric to use with both B templates), or two fabrics (one for each template B). I chose Blue for my template A. Then I chose a lighter blue and a darker blue for the B templates. (But I could have used the light blue for both B templates).

Use White for Template C, (background).

Jessica only gives instructions for piecing this pattern. If you choose to piece it, you will be working with fabric edges cut on the bias. Be very careful with these bias edges. They are easily stretched and can be difficult to keep the seams straight and crisp. Do NOT pull or push the fabrics when piecing!
I chose to paper piece the blocks so I didn’t have to worry about the bias edges as much. (I will provide a PP template for those who wish to PP the block.) (Have you guessed that I like paper piecing?)

As always, if you PP the block, do not remove the paper before turning it in.


Friday, December 4, 2015

MEETING MINUTES

MEETING MINUTES
Maitland, FL
Dec 2, 2015

President Yanick called the meeting to order.  38 members and 3 guests were present.

Karen Farr, a Juki representative, demonstrated one of the new Juki long arm machines available at the Sewing Studio.

 TREASURER'S REPORT
Marge noted that November's raffle basket total was a new record--$36!  She has also prepared a line-item budget for 2016 that will shortly be submitted to the members for their approval.

RAFFLE BASKET
.......was won by Alissa.

 ONGOING UFO CHALLENGE
Kelly reported that the deadline is almost here!  You must notify her of any completed quilts from your UFO list by no later than Dec 10 to be eligible for this year's prize.  Winner will be announced at our holiday party.

HOLIDAY PARTY
Our annual party will take place on Sew Day at the Dr Phillips Library on Dec 19.  If you'd like to participate in the gift exchange, bring a homemade gift that will fit in a brown paper lunch bag.  We will also be having an Ugly Sweater Contest so break out your most hideous finery.  And as always, bring a dish for the potluck, and as many sewing projects as you'd like to work on.

RETREAT
Our retreat last month was an overwhelming success--so much so that we have already booked the Kenilworth Lodge again for next year for Nov 3-6.  If you would like to attend, and would like to set up a payment plan for the cost, please contact Marge.

CHARITY PROJECTS
Sharleen was thrilled and moved to announce that we have collected 238 pillows for National Guard soldiers so far!  More pillowcases will be completed at this month's Maitland Sew Day.  Kits for pillowcases can be purchased from Wandering Stitches ($7 for two); you can make them yourself, or just make a financial donation to the cause, and Kate will sew them together.

Sharleen also stated that in 2016, the guild will work on 3 or 4 time-limited charity projects, with possibly one year-long project as well.

 A request was received from a local motorcycle club for a donation from our guild of a small, preferably motorcyle-themed quilt to be auctioned to help St. Jude's research.  If you have something  you would like to donate, please contact Yanick ASAP.  (Note:  Alejandrina and Mary Sm both came forward after the meeting and volunteered quilts to donate.)

UPCOMING EVENTS
  •  A survey will soon be distributed to all OMQG members, asking questions about a wide range of topics pertaining to the guild.  PLEASE take the time to fill it out and return.  The guild is growing by leaps and bounds, and this will provide the board with valuable feedback.
  • QuiltFest will take place in Orlando Jan 7-9, 2016.  Discounted tickets are available at the Sewing Studio.  OMQG has been asked to provide a small, non-juried exhibit of our quilts.  If you'd like to participate, please email a photo of the quilt(s) you'd like to have included to Yanick ASAP.  
  • The OMQG is about to have its very own library, started with a very generous donation of books from Lucky Spool!  Yanick will serve as our librarian.  Starting in January, members will be able to check out books for one month.  If there are books that you would like to see the guild purchase, please note that in our upcoming survey.  If you do check out a Lucky Spool book, they have asked that you post a review of it on Amazon.
  • Debbie Z and Jackie presented an optional Christmas applique quilt project that will take place starting in January at Maitland Sew Days.  Please contact Debbie Z for more information if you'd like to participate.  (Note:  copyright issues will be addressed and resolved prior to the start of this project.)
  • The fabric auction is returning, so start sorting through your stash for fabrics you've fallen out of love with.  Consensus from the guild was that the auction should take place in March or April.  Marge will start collecting donated fabric in January.
UFO CHALLENGE
Members who took one of the UFO's brought in at our October meeting were asked to show the completed project in which they used the UFO.

 SHOW AND TELL





















BLOCK OF THE MONTH

.....was won by Cera (who unfortunately left before a picture could be taken.)

ELECTIONS
This year's committee consists of Zonetta (chair), Julia and Karol.  Job descriptions for all board positions (which are elected positions) and committee chairs (who are appointed by the Board) have been posted on the blog.  If you are interested in running or being considered for any of these positions, contact one of the election committee members, or one of the current Board members prior to the January meeting.  Candidates will be introduced at the January meeting, and voting will take place at the February meeting. (Absentee ballots may be requested from Julia Jan 25-Feb 1.)  The new Board will take over at the March meeting.

Meeting adjourned at 11:40.  Lunch followed at TR Fire Grill in Winter Park.

Thursday, December 3, 2015

Descriptions of Officer Positions and Committee Chairs

ORLANDO MODERN QUILT GUILD
DESCRIPTIONS OF OFFICER POSITIONS AND COMMITTEE CHAIRS
REVISED 12/8/16

PRESIDENT (elected by the members)
The President’s primary functions are overseeing the smooth running of the entire guild and making sure The Guild’s mission and purpose are being followed. The President must feel comfortable speaking in front of a large group of people. Knowledge of technology and social media is important. Organization is necessary and follow through is a must.
Tasks include, but are not limited to:

  • Arranges for, schedules and facilitates general meetings, sew days and board meetings.
  • Assists, coordinates and approves the planning of monthly meetings and sew days.
  • Prepares and posts the Agenda for monthly guild meetings and board meetings.
  • Actively participates in leadership and decisions about topics such as annual planning, programs, events, challenges, budgeting and membership.
  • Takes suggestions from all members under advisement, discusses relevant issues with the board, and works with individuals as needed.
  • Maintains the guild’s email account by checking email activity frequently, replying to all emails in a timely manner, and shares relevant email information with the board.
  • Coordinates and shares information with the Social Media Chairperson/Committee in maintaining the guild’s social media accounts including the blog, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Fickr, Pinterest and Periscope.
  • Attends monthly guild meetings, sew days, board meetings, and guild programs.

VICE PRESIDENT (elected by the members)
The VP’s primary functions are assisting the President in overseeing smooth running of the guild and coordinating monthly programs with the Program Chairperson. The VP must feel comfortable speaking in front of a large group of people. Knowledge of technology and social media is important. Organization is necessary and follow through is a must.
Tasks include but are not limited to:

  • Perform the duties of the President if needed, including running the monthly meeting.
  • Responsible for programs at monthly guild meetings including the Block Lotto, any challenges, swaps, member demos, etc. With input from the Monthly Program Coordinator, plans and prepares recommendations for Board approval for regular meeting programs and demos.
  • Assists the Block Lotto Committee to ensure there are monthly blocks ready for to show at meetings and instructions are posted on our website.
  • Actively recruits member and guest speakers for meeting demos and presentations on topics of interest especially as they relate to modern quilting style and techniques.
  • Along with the other officers, actively participates in leadership and decisions about topics such as annual planning, programs, events, challenges, budgeting and membership.
  • Attends monthly guild meetings, sew days, board meetings, and guild programs.

SECRETARY (elected by the members)
The Secretary’s primary functions are documenting the activities of the guild, communicating information within and outside the guild. The
Secretary must be knowledgeable in taking pictures and posting information online. Knowledge of technology and social media are required.
Tasks include but are not limited to:

  • Takes notes and photos at monthly meetings.
  • Posts monthly minutes to The Guild’s blog including announcements, guild business, presentations, show and tell, etc.
  • Assists in maintaining The Guild’s social media accounts.
  • Along with the other officers, actively participates in leadership and decisions about topics such as annual planning, programs, events, challenges, budgeting and membership.
  • Corresponds as necessary with organizations who have dealings with The Guild.
  • Corresponds as necessary with members within in The Guild.
  • Maintains documentation of sign-in sheets, Agendas, minutes, etc.
  • Attends monthly guild meetings, sew days, board meetings, and guild programs.

TREASURER (elected by the members)
The Treasurer’s primary functions are maintaining The Guild’s finances, membership records and official paperwork. The Treasurer must be knowledgeable in bookkeeping and computer software to generate monthly financial records. The Treasurer must be comfortable in navigating The Modern Quilt Guild community website. Knowledge of technology and social media is required.
Tasks include but are not limited to:

  • Maintains The Guild’s bank account, making deposits and paying bills in a timely manner.
  • Manages participating lists for any activity (such as classes or retreats) where money is collected. Ensures all bills are paid for each event.
  • Manages the Mentoring Program for new members.
  • Prepares reports for monthly meetings and board meetings.
  • Prepares budget for The Board’s approval.
  • Handles membership dues collection throughout the year.
  • Maintains membership records including new membership forms, spreadsheet/database of updated members, and membership directory.
  • Provides brief summary of financial and membership information monthly.
  • Coordinates with The Modern Quilt Guild regarding our guild’s membership including adding new members to the MQG
  • Community site monthly and filing/paying our annual dues to The Modern Quilt Guild annually.
  • Files all required official paperwork and tax returns in a timely manner.
  • Along with the other officers, actively participates in leadership and decisions about topics such as annual planning, programs, events, challenges, budgeting and membership.
  • Attends monthly guild meetings, sew days, board meetings, and guild programs.

CHARITY PROGRAM COORDINATOR (elected by the members)
Organization is necessary and follow through is a must. Knowledge of technology and social media is required.
Tasks include but are not limited to:

  • Reports regularly to The Board regarding current and proposed charity projects.
  • Coordinates approved charity project(s) and promotes philanthropy for The Guild in accordance with our Mission Statement.
  • Provides encouragement and instruction to members to fulfill charity projects.
  • Utilizes appropriate social media resources to keep members aware of charity projects.
  • Attends monthly guild meetings, sew days, board meetings, and guild programs.

WORKSHOP/EDUCATION COORDINATOR (elected by the members)
Must be comfortable communicating with prospective teachers. Organization and follow through is a must. Knowledge of technology and social media required.
Tasks include but are not limited to:

  • Actively researches and recruits teachers, guest speakers and program events for special Guild programs and workshops with a focus on the modern quilt aesthetic.
  • Communicates above information to the Board for approval.
  • Based on Board approval, arranges contract, travel and other necessary details to bring guest to guild.
  • Communicates program and event information for members through email and/or our social media platforms.
  • Communicates regularly with The Board on upcoming speakers and status of planned speakers.
  • Supports the planning, implementation, maintenance and documentation of The Guild’s public programs and educational initiatives.
  • Attends monthly guild meetings, sew days, board meetings, and guild programs.

MEMBER AT LARGE (elected by the members)
The member at large represents and is accountable to the general membership.
Tasks include but are not limited to:

  • Communicates regularly with The Board on member suggestions.
  • Takes suggestions from all members under advisement, discusses relevant issues with the board, and works with individuals as needed.
  • Along with the other officers, actively participates in leadership and decisions about topics such as annual planning, programs, events, challenges, budgeting and membership.
  • Attends monthly guild meetings, sew days, board meetings, and guild programs.

FOUNDING OFFICERS (Board position)
The founding officers serve on the board and consist of the original President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer who maintain their guild membership. As of 12/1/15 the founding officers are Rene’ Martinez (founding President) and Michele Lancaster (founding Treasurer).
Tasks include but are not limited to:

  • Actively participates in leadership and decisions about topics such as annual planning, programs, events, challenges, budgeting and membership.
  • Assists the Guild Officers and Committee Chairs with meetings, projects and events as needed.
  • Assists with the transitioning of outgoing and incoming officers.
  • Responsible for maintenance of all social media accounts such as our blog, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, Flicker,
  • Periscope and Katch.me and assists with guild communications.
  • Provides checks and balances by receiving the guild’s bank statements and assisting in filing annual reports.
  • Reserves the community room at the Dr. Phillips Library for monthly sew days.
  • Attends monthly guild meetings, sew days, board meetings, and guild programs.

MONTHLY PROGRAM COORDINATOR (Board appointed position)
Works closely with the Vice President to plan programs for the monthly guild meetings and oversees those relevant Committees including Block Lotto and Challenges/Swaps Committees. Organization is necessary and follow through is a must. Knowledge of technology and social media is required.
Tasks include but are not limited to:

  • Actively recruits members or guest speakers to share demonstrations, information, techniques, etc. with a focus on the modern
  • quilt aesthetic at our monthly guild meetings.
  • Actively works on future months’ programs, events, projects, challenges and Block Lotto to ensure a steady stream of activities.
  • Coordinates giveaways, challenges or events based on the programs presented.
  • Works closely with and communicates all of the above to the Vice President for monthly guild meeting planning.
  • Communicates regularly with The Board on upcoming monthly programs.
  • Attends meetings of The Board as needed to make proposals to The Board on monthly programs.
  • Attends monthly guild meetings and Sew Days.

BLOCK LOTTO COMMITTEE (Board appointed position)
Assists the Monthly Program Coordinator. Knowledge of technology and social media is required.
Tasks include but are not limited to:

  • Communicates information to the Monthly Program Coordinator and Vice President.
  • Members of this Committee rotate selecting a modern block to make for The Guild’s monthly block lotto.
  • Posts instructions and helpful links to The Guild’s blog before the monthly meeting for making the blocks.
  • Shows a sample at each guild meeting of the following month’s block.
  • Attends monthly guild meetings and Sew Days.

CHALLENGES/SWAPS COORDINATOR (Board appointed position)
Assists the Monthly Program Coordinator. Knowledge of technology and social media is required.
Tasks include but are not limited to:

  • Actively solicits ideas for upcoming challenges and swaps with a focus on the modern quilt aesthetic and communicates those ideas to The Board for approval.
  • Coordinates with the Monthly Program Coordinator and Vice President regarding proposed and upcoming challenges and swaps.
  • Communicates Board approved challenges and swaps to the members.
  • Utilizes appropriate social media resources to keep members aware of upcoming challenges/swaps.
  • Attends monthly guild meetings and Sew Days.
MENTOR PROGRAM (Board appointed position)
Currently run by the Treasurer, this program matches interested new guild members with existing guild members.

ELECTION PROCESS COMMITTEE (Board appointed position)
Organization is necessary and follow through is a must. Knowledge of technology and social media is required.
Tasks include but are not limited to:

  • Follows the guidelines set forth in the Bylaws to ensure a smooth election process and transition of officers.

LIBRARIAN (Board appointed position)
Organization is necessary and follow through is a must. Knowledge of technology and social media is required.
Tasks include but are not limited to:

  • Maintains all guild quilt books and ensures they are returned timely and in good condition.
  • Maintains accurate and current records of guild book inventory including lists of books checked out to members.

SOCIAL MEDIA COMMITTEE (Board appointed position)
Assists the Founding Officers in maintaining all social media accounts. Knowledge of technology and social media is a must.
Tasks include but are not limited to:

  • Working with officers and other chairpersons, assists in posting information to all social media platforms including The Guild’s blog, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Flickr and Periscope accounts.
  • Assists in maintaining The Guild’s website making sure the calendar is updated, links are current, blog authors are added/deleted, blog posts are published, inquiries are answered, etc.
  • Assists in the maintenance of Instagram, Twitter and Periscope accounts by posting current information, following, responding and interacting with others as relevant and necessary.
  • Assists in the running of the The Guild’s Facebook Group, Pinterst and Flickr groups by adding relevant members, posting current information and overseeing appropriate content.
  • Attends monthly guild meetings and Sew Days.