Sierra Mountain Quilters Association
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LA Wildfire Donation - Newsflash!
SMQA members, you stepped up in a big way! 💙 Thanks to your generosity at the February meeting, we raised $750 to support wildfire survivors in Los Angeles!
🔥 $500 to the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank
🧸 $250 to Save The Children
Huge thanks to Shirley S. & Lisa K. for leading the charge in the absence of 2nd VP Bev G. Your kindness makes a difference! 🙌
A message from our President, Sue
Dear Quilting Friends,
As we enter another exciting year with our guild, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt thanks to all of you for your continued passion, dedication, and creativity. The love for quilting that fills our meetings, our workshops, and our hearts is truly what makes this community so special.
This year, we have an abundance of opportunities ahead of us. Whether it’s participating in the quilt show, attending workshops, or simply sharing our latest creations, there is so much to look forward to. We are also excited to strengthen our bond through charity quilts and outreach programs, which allow us to give back to our community.
I encourage you all to take part in these events, share your knowledge with one another, and continue to inspire each other. If you ever have questions or suggestions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I’m here to help, and I want to ensure that each of you feels supported in your quilting journey.
Let’s make this year one of creativity, friendship, and making memories!
Happy quilting!
Sue J.
White Streaks are for Hair, Not Quilts
by Bethanne Nemesh | Shared with permission by SMQA member and local longarmer Jeri Carney
Have you been noticing more and more digital printed fabric on the market? Sure..it’s SO pretty. I basically love it….HOWEVER….you may notice there is a really negative uptick in the white flares of turned and broken thread making a white flare, or run, particularly on dark fabric.
I decided to do a deep dive into finding a quilting solution to this. I did a video IG series on it..but here is a summary of my findings in hopes of giving myself and my community some relief from this issue.