Monthly Archives: December 2023

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This has been a busy year. With Christine and Brigid taking on the responsibilities of leading the quilt construction, we have held eight sew-days with the ninth one coming up this Wednesday, and a number of cutting days. We have added 209 quilts to list and presented 224, with more presentations scheduled for December. Thank you for your stitching, for your enthusiasm, for your support

At November’s sew-day, Brigid had us creating hug blocks. By the end of the day, there were 49 blocks, which, when mixed with the few that were already on hand, means there are three more quilt tops waiting for their quilty finishes.

Our next sew-day is December 6 from 9:30 to 3:00. Brigid has a couple of kits at the ready. She’s keeping it a secret right now, but that may just be the December secret influence! If you have a small cutting mat and rotary cutter, that would be a helpful addition to your work station.

In October, we had the honour of presenting a Quilt of Valour to WO (Ret’d) Ann Dias, who was very moved by the quilt she received and very interested in all the action going on at the sew-day. She sent the following note the same afternoon:

Thank you for your warmth and dedication to service personnel. This quilt will be the safety net so much of us need.

[I will keep it in] my favorite spot in my home. My reading nook.

I cried all the way home, happy tears 🙂

Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

There were more presentations in November. Quilts are presented at a number of venues: the cenotaph, hospital rooms, the Legion, the recipient’s home. As always, the quilts remind the recipients that their sacrifice is appreciated and honoured by Canadians. They are always in awe of your artistry and grateful for your generosity.

I wish you all a very happy holiday season that reminds you of the joy and goodness that is still very present in the world. May your bobbin always have enough for one more seam.

Happy Stitching

Nancy

Coming Events

Wed Dec 6, 9:30 – 3:00 Sew-Day at CannaConnect (215 Menten Place)

June 14-15 Common Threads Quilt Show at Earl Armstrong Arena in Beacon Hill