Author: Cathy H
A Note From The Singing Quilter
Bev, Lin and Susan: Thank you so much for having us along to the
Merrimack Valley quilters this week, and for your attendance at the Mock
Mola workshop this afternoon. The response to the challenge at the
workshop was remarkable, and Cathy was more than satisfied with the
progress you all made. It makes it very rewarding for us to be able to
see what you accomplished. Please do send us a copy of the show and
tell at the June meeting. Individually you may (should) also send
pictures of your finished work. 8-))
all the best, John & Cathy
—
John Bunge and Cathy Miller
1464 Cranbrook Pl, VICTORIA BC V8P 1Z7 Canada
250-370-7026
http://www.singingquilter.com
Quilt Show 2014 Ribbons Awarded
Merrimack Valley Quilt Guild 2014 Quilt Show Awards
Best of Show 303 – Pat Lucey
Small
1st Place 103 – Pat Lucey
2nd Place 112 – Stella M. Blunt
3rd Place 110 – Deb Kelso
Medium
1st Place 222 – Suzi Calderwood
2nd Place 309 – Signe Kaleel
3rd Place 204 – Marianne Karp
Large
1st Place 305 – Ann Hockmeyer
2nd Place 313 – Patty Doucette
3rd Place 316 – Lin Caiado
Pictorial
1st Place 416 – Susan Mohn
2nd Place 413 – Beverly Vahle
3rd Place 417 – Susan Mohn
Professional
1st Place 708 – Elizabeth Swan
2nd Place 603 – Sue Harnden
3rd Place 604 – Sue Harnden
Honorable Mention
1st Place 110- Deb Kelso
2nd Place 113 – Carol Sullivan
Judge’s Choice 324 – Maggie Judd
Clothing
1st Place 501 – Beverly Vahle
Best Hand Quilting 112 – Stella M. Blunt
Best Domestic Machine Quilting 413 – Beverly Valle
Best Short, Mid, Longarm Machine Quilting 305 – Ann Hockmeyer
Best Original Design 416 – Susan Molin
Best Pieced 313 – Patty Doucette
Best Applique 233 – Gail Wozniak
Best in Color 309 – Signe Kaleel
Chairperson’s Choice, Jane Hamel: 210 Carol Sullivan
Chairperson’s Choice, Layne Rando: 315 Sheila Ramsden
Honorable Mention: 214 Linda Lydecker
Challenge
1st Place – Carol Robinson
2nd Place – Bev Valle
3rd Place – Pat Lucey
Vendor’s Choice
Adele Scott Design Studio, Orleans, MA: 303 Pat Lucey
Annelle’s Originals and The Victorian Cupboard Sewing Studio: 302 Pat Lucey
Arbonne Health & Wellness: 401 Jeanne Robertson
Bits ‘n Pieces Quilt Shop: 128 Dorothy Tyler
Evergreen Country Primitives Shop and Jacqueline Paton Designs: 323 Maggie Judd
Inspired Layers: 404 Susan Sisson
Mary Rose’s Quilts & Treasures: 313 Patty Doucette
Nashua Sew & Vac: 205 Nancy Karp
Sew Fresh Fabrics: 206 Mary Ginn
Snowbunny Quilts: 713 Carrie Zizza
The Quilted Shamrock Quilt Shop: 312 Joanne Burns
The Red Barn Sewing & Yarn Center: 327 Roseann Ricketson
This and That: 233 Gail Wozniak
Winner – Quilt Show 2012
here’s the list of ribbon winners:
Wallhanging Category
1st: Maggie Judd
2nd: Deb Kelso
3rd: Janice Jones
Honorable Mention: Elaine Rando
Small Quilt Category
1st: Carol Robinson
2nd: Lisa McCarthy
3rd: Marianne Nowacki
Large Quilt Category
1st: Janet Lee Santeusanio
2nd: Sue Kiberd
3rd: Cathy Harnisch
Clothing and Accessories Category
1st: Maddie Burke
2nd: Cindy Grenda
Best Machine Quilting Category
1st: Janet Lee Santeusanio
2nd: Cathy Harnisch
3rd: Sue Kiberd quilted by Carrie Zizza
Best Hand Quilting Category
1st: Judy Lynn
2nd: Mary Ginn
3rd: Ildi Tary
Best Representation of Theme
1st: Debbie Mark Sancranti
2nd: Cindy Grenda
3rd: Mary Ginn
Best Applique Category
1st: Mary Ginn
2nd: Maggie Judd
3rd: Carol Sullivan
Best Piecing Category
1st: Elaine Rando
2nd: Lisa McCarthy
3rd: Janet Lee Santeusanio
Best Use of Color
1st: Deb Kelso
2nd: Lisa McCarthy
3rd: Mary Ginn
Judge’s Choice
Maggie Judd
Chairperson’s Award
Mary Jo Ray
Best of Show
Janet Lee Santeusanio
Quilter of the Year 2012
Each year, as you probably know, MVQ selects from its membership a quilter to be recognized as Quilter of the Year by the guild for their outstanding accomplishments and contributions both in and beyond the quilting world.
As the quilter selected last year, it is my responsibility (with the aid of my trusty advisers) to select this year’s candidate. And tonight is the night that both the torch and the tiara get passed on to that selected member.
This year our honoree has been an MVQ member in good standing for about 8 years. She meets weekly with fellow quilters at the Red Barn to work on a variety of projects and attends their Quilt Retreat Weekend. She’s been active in the guild since first setting foot in the door, but mostly flying under the radar. She has volunteered not only her own time, but that of her entire family. About 3 years ago, she took over the Kitchen duties for our annual quilt show, and has been running a tight ship ever since. Her husband and 2 children are drafted as part of the team each year as well, and do a fantastic job. I can tell you from experience, as a quilt show co-chair, that the Kitchen is one area that runs itself without supervision and without drama. So by now I’m sure you’ve figured it out, and will join me in congratulating the 2012 MVQ Quilter of the Year, Deb Zukas.
Congratulations, Deb, on this well-deserved recognition.
Mary Ginn
2011 Quilter of the Year
Condolences to Guild Member
Richard Tyler, “Dick”, husband of MVQ member Dot Tyler, passed away on June 20th. He died peacefully with Dot at his side. Dick had been ill for the past five years and although the outcome was certain, he always maintained a cheerful attitude. He will be missed by all. Services are scheduled for Saturday. For more information please see the Eagle Tribune or speak with Deb Kelso or Mariane Karp.