The Grand Prairie Quilt Society met Feb. 12 in the fellowship hall of First Christian Church in Stuttgart, with six members present.
The leader opened the meeting with the Thought for the Day, “Whoever said Disney is the happiest place on earth has never been to a fabric store.”
January minutes and treasurer’s report were given. Dues were recorded for seven members for 2025, according to a news release.
Old Business: Plans were discussed for future outings to fabric stores and the Arkansas quilt trail.
New Business: A member brought another’s quilt tops to show. It will be donated to charity after it is finished. Members will work on it at the next Sit n’ Sew in March.
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The leader read a note from a member of the Arkansas Quilt Study Guild. She would like to come and give a presentation to the group. The leader will contact her and find out more about it.
Show and Share:
A member had several items she made for the Christmas Shoe Boxes….also a Nursery Rhyme quilt she made for her great-great-nephew.
Another member showed many Half-Square Triangle blocks she made in batik fabrics. The members are looking forward to seeing the finished quilt.
One member displayed a Teddy Bear Picnic quilt.
After the meeting adjourned, the members perused a table full of fabrics someone brought to share with the group.
The next meeting will be a Sit ‘n Sew on March 12.
“Come join us,” a spokesman said.