When my grandmother was quilting she used scraps — shirts, pants, dresses (otherwise referred to as frocks) and tablecloths. Nothing was safe from her needle. I don’t know if she ever sewed quilts by hand, but I do remember her sitting at her treadle Singer, sewing scraps and singing her favourite song, Down in the Valley.
September is the time of year for harvesting fields and gardens. It is also the time many quilts are once again designed. Quilters are cutting and sewing a new projects — quilts, bags, purses and table runners and anything subject to a needle and thread are carefully stitched together.
Sept. 7, 24 stitchers attended the first meeting of the quilting season for the Rivers’ Edge Quilters. Many colourful projects were displayed during the show and tell session.
A class for a twister project is planned for Sept. 28. A class is also planned for a disappearing nine-patch project on Oct. 11.
Remember, quilting days are Monday, Thursday and Friday in the craft room at the Don Ross Centre. Everyone is welcome to come and sew. Regular meetings are on the first Friday of the month at 1 p.m.
Contact 306-937-7471 or 306-480-7797 for more information.
