Show & Tell - June 2014
It was with pleasure that the BFQG honored and gifted two WW II Veterans, Bob Sundeen and Frank Lindh, each with a Quilt of Valor. Pictured with the men are Tommi and Pam.
Show & Tell - May 2014
Helen H. celebrating 95 years. A secret to a long life? Helen stays active, quilts, attends Guild meetings, etc. A great example of how we should "all grow up." The Guild is blessed to have you!
Guild Quilt Retreat - April 26 2014
A retreat environment to help one create beautiful quilts in a very relaxed atmosphere. You don't even have to cook a meal!
Show & Tell - April 2014
The first of an annual fund raiser for the New England Quilt Museum. What a great time we all had and it was made possible through donations of quilt related treasures from members who in turn purchased "new" treasures.
Show & Tell - March 2014
Celia & Jane (tasting a tid-bit) are getting the "Snack n' Yack" table all set up. Rachel is visually taking note of what her plate will hold. Decorations, again, were festive thanks to the kitchen crew.
Show & Tell - February 2014
Ralph D. a Veteran ,was the recipient of a Quilt of Valor. He and his wife Alberta so appreciated the gift.
Since the Bedford School system was having early dismissal due to a snow storm, BFQG also had an early dismissal but not before some of us made it to the snack table once again.
Show & Tell - January 2014
One of our members Charlotte S. husband, John, accepts his Quilt of Valor upon returning from a tour of duty in Kuwait. Our Membership gave him a standing ovation. Welcome home John.
Show & Tell - December 2013
Vice President Pam M. presented a Lifetime Membership to the Guild's first President and Co-Founder, Lois T. at our December Guild meeting.
Show & Tell - November 2013
Judy S. was so inspired by Ruth W. Zentangle class that she promptly went home and completed this beautiful butterfly. There is so very much talent in our Guild and this is certainly a testimony to that fact.
Show and Tell - October 2013
Another great show and tell. The detail picture is a close up of a hand applique and hand quilted Hawaiian quilt that one of our members mother did many years ago.
Show & Tell - September 2013
"I've never seen so many beautiful quilt! Your guild is so very talented." This quote, from a guest, says it all and the pictures are proof.
Christmas in July 2013
In spite of the heat wave 40 members showed up for the Christmas in July "party." Connie did a super job teaching the Guild members the folded star design.
The Healing Hands quilt was given to Pauline which brought tears not only to her but to some members as well.
There was also show and tell which included finished FIT quilt tops from the kits given out last month.
Show & Tell - April 2013
Show and Tell, as usual, was spectacular as you can see.
Many of the quilts in our Show and Tell were made for either FIT, QOV or New Life. We have many generous ladies in the guild who give of their time and talent while others donate fabric and batting. Check out our newsletter for more information.
April Program - Jenny Doan of Missouri Star Quilt Co.
Jenny Doan shared her knowledge of making quick quilts from pre-cut strips and squares then translated this knowledge through her heart to all of us. Every participant was drawn into the simplicity of the blocks and the complex look when they were put together. Jenny's philosophy of life, in giving to others of your knowledge, can be summarized by her quote: "cast your bread upon the water and you will get it back buttered."
Here is a link that contains all of Jenny's tutorials. Here is a link to Missouri Star Quilt Co.
Please note that all shown quilts are not named because the photographer wasn't quick enough to write them down but they can be found on Jenny's tutorials.
All quilts "hands, feet and head" by Ron, Jenny's husband.
Community Service "Bee"
Under the leadership of Tommi, volunteers from our Guild gather in the Bedford Library to sort and cut fabric that are then sewn into quilt tops for FIT, QOV and New Life. Some volunteers cut and bring in their own fabrics to stitch.
Anyone is more than welcome to join. People are needed to stitch, cut, sort out fabrics, prepare backing fabrics, press, etc.
Sue Pelland's Class - March 2013
There were so many interesting techniques taught by Sue Pelland in her class on March 11 just by using her amazing plastic templates. If you missed the class just click on the link.
The day truly flew by and the beginning results are amazing. Watch for future show and tells for completed projects.
Show & Tell - February 2013
Each month brings more beautiful quilts to appreciate.
2012 Fall Retreat
In September of 2012, some members of the Bedford Friendship Quilt Guild had a quilt retreat at the Barbara C. Harries Retreat Center in Greenfield, NH. Here is proof of the fun they all had.
If you've always wanted to go on a quilt retreat then sign up, gather your projects, snacks and have fun.
Show & Tell - November 2012
Check out these beautiful quilts. Click anywhere in the image to see next picture.
Show & Tell - October 2012
Check out these beautiful quilts. Click anywhere in the image to see next picture.
