Minutes of March General Meeting

Minutes of Monthly meeting

Orlando Modern Quilt Guild

March 4, 2020

Meeting was opened at 10:04 am 

President Ede Nault welcomed members and guests; asked guests to introduce themselves. Three guests were present. 

The “New Year, New Challenge” challenge is still ongoing, and the show and tell moved to April.

The Fabric Sale is returning in May, along with a new component. Please label yardage on your donation . Members are also asked to participate in scrap bag swap. Each member participating will bring a gallon bag of scraps to filled to top and closed to swap with another member. 

Ede recognized the outgoing board members with a personal recognition and a gift from the guild of a gift card to the Sewing Studio.

Vice President Debra Jalbert, gave a short video presentation on using the Modern Quilt Guild website, and how to access the block instructions. The instructions can be found on the MQG site under Block Studies. 

Yannick Booz announced the March Block of the Month, the Wall Block, and showed a sample. The colors will be green, black and white. Directions are posted on the blog. 

Education Chairman Marge Cree announced the Timna Tarr class is April 25^th. She mentioned her concern that we had several cancellations after the original sign up and asked that members carefully consider their decision to attend upon signing up. It is difficult to reserve appropriate classroom space when the attendance fluctuates. The class is scheduled for Saturday, April 25 at the Bernina Sewing Center in Lake Mary. 

Marge asked for members to contact her for recommendations or requests for workshop instructors.

Sue Kenard presented the quilty basket for education; tickets were sold and Susanne Plasse won the basket. 

Ede introduced the guest speaker for the meeting, Linda Hungerford, of Flourishing Palms.

She gave a lecture on Powerpoint and demonstration on domestic machine quilting with rulers. 

Ede announced that the show and tell will be postponed until next month’s meeting due to time constraints.  

Meeting was adjourned at 11:45 am. 

Respectively Submitted

Paula Kennedy, Secretary 

                                                   Renewing Memberships

                                                         Marge and Rene

                        President Ede recognizing and thanking outgoing board members 

                          Sarah showing off the 10 year celebration gift to members , a ruler from             Creative Grids 

                   Linda Hungerford's lecture and demo on Machine Quilting with Rulers

                                                 Suzanne won the Quilty basket

                                              Sue presenting the Quilty basket

                         Vice President Debra explaining access to the MQG site

Karol with a member gift with new year renewal 

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December BOM

Happy December!

For this month’s BOM, I’m hoping to challenge some of you to sew outside of your comfort zone. I love the precision of paper piecing so for this month we’re going to make the Icky Thump block from 627 Handworks. If you didn’t receive a copy of the pattern at our December guild meeting or need more copies, please email me. For our design aesthetic this year, the background should pieces should be white(#1 & #6 on the pattern) and the other fabrics should be solids. It really makes this block feel modern.

If you are not new to paper piecing, feel free to just jump right in! For those of you who are new to this, there are many great tutorials online, but here is a link to a video that shows how I paper piece. I highly recommend that you watch it. I will also walk you through it below with some tips and tricks along the way. 

First and foremost, if you are printing out your own copies you always want to make sure that your printer settings are set to print at 100% (not scale to fit). Otherwise your block won’t finish at the correct size. You will need to print out 4 copies of the pattern to make 1 complete block. In the photo below you’ll see that I labeled which fabrics are to be used for each number. I find that very helpful so you don’t accidentally place a fabric in the wrong spot.

Okay, let’s start piecing. The first thing that you do, is use a straight edge (a bookmark in the photo below) to make a crease on the line between piece #1 and #2. This helps you to know where you should place your fabric on the other side.

Remember, you’ll be sewing directly on the solid lines so your fabrics are placed on the BACK of the printout. Also, when you place your fabric for these first pieces you want to make sure your piece is big enough all the way around to account for the ¼” seam allowance. 

In the photo below, you can see that I’ve placed the white fabric down over the #1 piece, making sure that it’s completely covering it. (Tip: you can use a dab of stick glue to hold the first piece in place on the paper). Next, lay your 2nd fabric over it, making sure that it’s big enough that once you’ve sewn and ironed it open, it completely covers piece #2. (Tip: hold it up to the light just a bit so you can see through the paper). Pin the fabrics directly to the paper.

Now it’s time to sew. NOTE: reduce your stitch length to make it easier to remove the paper later.(My normal stitch length is 2mm and I shorten mine to 1.2mm). Stitch directly on the line between 1 and 2, making sure to stop where the line intersects another line. Iron piece #2 back and turn over to make sure it’s covering all of the #2 on the paper. 

Next you’re going to repeat the process. Use your straight edge to fold back the paper on line #3. You should have excess fabric that needs to be trimmed. Here is where you can create your ¼” seam allowance. In the photo below you’ll see the yellow ruler that I’m using. It’s called the “Add-A-Quarter” ruler and it’s awesome for paper piecing! You just place it against the folded paper and trim. Don’t worry if you don’t have one though, you can just use a regular ruler and trim ¼” away from the edge of the paper. 

Once your edges are trimmed it’s time to add piece #3. Take a piece of fabric that is bigger all around (remember those seam allowances!). Line it up along the straight edge that you just trimmed. Pin it in place to keep it from shifting. 

 it over and sew directly on the line between 2 and 3.

Just like before, you iron the newly added piece, use a straight edge to fold back the paper at the #4 line, trim the excess fabric to a ¼”, add the next piece of fabric, and sew. Keep doing this until you’ve added all 6 pieces. Trim along the dotted line around the entire block and you end up with this:

You’ve made the first of four smaller blocks. Once you make the other three blocks you’re ready to sew them all together. It is a matter of preference whether or not you decide to keep the paper on while you sew the 4 blocks together. For me, I find it easier for this block to remove all of the papers and then sew the 4 blocks together. At the end, you should have a block that looks something like this:

I hope that you found this helpful and can’t wait to see the blocks you made!

~ Diana 

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OMQG ELECTION FOR 2017 BOARD

The Election Committee is currently accepting nominations for officers for next year's Board.

The current Board recently decided to expand the voting membership of the Board, to reflect the growing size of our guild and to enable more members to participate.  In addition to the current officers of the Board (President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer and two Founding Members), the Education and Charity Program Coordinators will now be elected positions and voting members of the board.  In addition, the position of Member At Large was also created.

Descriptions of all positions can be found here.  (You will also find descriptions of a number of committee positions.  These are appointed positions, not elected ones, but if you have an interest in participating in any of the listed committees, please let the Election Committee know, and we will pass the information on to the incoming board members.)

If you are interested in a position on the board, or would like to nominate a person to an office, please contact the members of the election committee:  Ede N., Karol E., and Jodi P.  All nominations must be received by the committee by Dec. 17 at the latest.  And please don't hesitate to contact a committee member to ask questions about the offices, or the election process.

Potential officers will be asked to speak at January's meeting, with the election to follow.  New board members will take over their positions starting in March.

We are excited about the changes and the coming year--we hope you are too!  We look forward to hearing from you!

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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.

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Board Meeting Agenda

OMQG Board Meeting

February 15, 2014
8:30 am -10:15 am

Agenda Topic Summary

1.   Welcome to new officers and thanks to outgoing officers.

2.   A future board meeting will be held at the popular Tartini’s to share it’s appeal
      with new board members.

3.   Current Committee needs and members who wish to serve.
      Education, Charity, Group Challenge, Mentoring, Bees.

4.   Organization for Festival of Trees Charity Quilt.

5.   Creative Ideas for updating Show And Tell time.  
      Debra will announce updates to Show and Tell at the March Meeting.

6.   Goals for the New Year.
       Social Media Use, Education, Mentoring and Leadership Development.
  Michele will coordinate mentoring.
  December party will include What Learned Showcase
       Rene will head up Social Media

7.   March is time for members to pay Dues.

8.   Social Media usage.  
      Setting which social media are priority communication tools and which are 
      fun tools.   Encouraging use of social media for information and for
      communication.  Demos, incentives. Rene will do a presentation at the March
      meeting.

9.   UFO challenge to be announced.

10.  Demos and Mini Workshops.

11.  Follow up on last years membership survey.
        Getting to know each other-icebreaker segment at monthly meetings.

12.  Other topics
        Use of Google Docs.

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