April 2010
Renske Helmuth: Landscape Workshop
This was a great workshop to learn the basics of landscape quilting. Renske provided the basics in applique as well as learning how to choose the right fabrics and it all starts with the sky. The sky fabric sets the tone for the rest of the colours you will need for your landscape. She showed
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Guest Speaker: Renske Helmuth
Renske Helmuth entertained us with an amazing trunk show! Although trained in sewing, crocheting, and knitting in her native Friesland, it was until she immigrated to Canada that she took up quilting. One of her first teachers was Rosemary Makhan, and you can see that influence throughout her work. Many of her early works were
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Guild Business
Quilt Show Committee Lorraine S had the pleasure of introducing the 2010 Harvest of Quilts Show Committee at the meeting. A message from the various committee members can be found in the April/May newsletter. Your Quilt Show Committee members are: Chair: Maria D, VP LFQG Volunteer Coordinators: Edith W and Lorraine J. Sign up sheets
Next Meeting: Thursday, April 8, 7 PM
Guest SpeakerRenske Helmuth, a Dutch immigrant, has won many awards for her quilts, many of which represent Canada and Canadian nature, particularly “Springtime in Ontario” (above). She will also be doing a landscape workshop on Friday, April 9. (full) Newsletter Check your email, for the latest LFQG newsletter, and if you receive the hard copy,
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