Please join us at the First United Methodist Church of Crown Point, IN, 352 S. Main Street. Members begin to arrive after 9 a.m. for refreshments and socializing. The general and business meetings start promptly at 10 a.m. The 9 a.m. Board Meeting is held in the ‘Parlor’ of the church.
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GUILD YEAR 2025 – 2026 AGENDA
September 2, 2025 9:00 – Board Meeting 10:00 – Business Meeting
Blocks of the Months June, July, and August are due. New BOM will be presented.
Fall Challenge – ‘Americana’ is presented. Due November 11, 2025.
September 16, 2025 10:00 – General Meeting
‘Embroidered Quilt Labels’ lecture by Guild Member Connie D.
September 30, 2025 10:00 – General Meeting
Sign ups begin for a class on November 25, by special speaker, Sandi Irish of Irish Chain Pattern Company. More info will be available at the meetings. A $10 guest fee will be collected at the door that day.
October 14, 2025 9:00 – Board Meeting 10:00 – Business Meeting
September Block of the Month is due.
October Block of the Month Presented.
‘Fabric and … Sale’ of †Phyllis C. Cash is best, checks are okay, too.
CLASS IS FULL: Sign ups begin for class on ‘Quilt Jackets’ by Guild Member, Cindee S. on January 20, 2026. More info at our meetings.
October 28, 2025 10:00 – General Meeting
2025 Quilt Raffle Drawing. Winner will be notified.
Annual Batting Drive for Kids’ and Veterans’ Comfort Quilts. For each twin or queen size batting or monetary donation you make, earn a chance to win prizes!
November 11, 2025 9:00 – Board Meeting 10:00 – Business Meeting
October Block of the Month is due.
November Block of the Month is presented.
Fall Challenge – ‘Americana’ is due. Members will vote and prizes with be awarded.
Second Challenge is presented – ‘One Yard Quilt’. Due on February 17, 2026.
November 25, 2025 10:00 – General Meeting ***MEETING AT FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 218 S. COURT STREET, CROWN POINT, IN***
Special Speaker, Sandi Irish, of Irish Chain Pattern Company, will present a trunk show with lecture and a class after the meeting. More information will be available at the meetings. A $10 guest fee will be collected at the door.
December 9, 2025 9:00 – Board Meeting 10:00 – Business Meeting
November Block of the Month is due.
December Block of the Month is presented.
Holiday luncheon will take place. Bring a special dish to share. Labels are appreciated.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!
January 6, 2026 9:00 – Board Meeting 10:00 – Business Meeting
December Block of the Month is due.
January Block of the Month will be presented.
“Your Antique and Family Heirloom Quilt Show and Tell”. More information at the meetings.
January 20, 2026 10:00 – General Meeting
Class on ‘Quilt Jackets’ by Guild Member, Cindee S.
February 3, 2026 9:00 – Board Meeting 10:00 – Business Meeting
January Block of the Month is due.
February Block of the Month is presented.
Sign ups begin for special speaker, Deb Strain’s class on March 31, 2026. More info at the meetings.
February 17, 2026 10:00 – General Meeting
Second Challenge is due – One Yard Quilt. Members will vote and prizes will be awarded.
Spring Challenge ‘Who Did It Best’ will be presented and will be due May 17.
March 3, 2026 9:00 – Board Meeting 10:00 – Business Meeting
February Block of the Month is due.
March Block of the Month will be presented.
March 17, 2026 10:00 – General Meeting ***MEETING AT FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 218 S. COURT STREET, CROWN POINT, IN***
‘Wearing of the Green’. Join in on Bingo games if you desire!
March 31, 2026 10:00 – General Meeting
Special Speaker, Deb Strain will present a lecture, pop-up shop, and hold a class after the meeting. More info at the meetings. A $10 guest fee will be collected at the door.
April 14, 2026 9:00 – Board Meeting 10:00 – Business Meeting
March Block of the Month is due.
April Block of the Month will be presented.
April 28, 2026 10:00 – General Meeting
May 12, 2026 9:00 – Board Meeting 10:00 – Business Meeting
April Block of the Month is due.
May Block of the Month will be presented.
May 28, 2026 10:00 – General Meeting
Spring Challenge ‘Who Did It Best’ is due. Members will vote and prizes will be awarded.
June 2, 2026 (not 6/9/25) 9:00 – Board Meeting 10:00 – Business Meeting
Spring Luncheon – please bring a special dish to share. Labels are appreciated.
GUILD YEAR 2024 – 2025 AGENDA
September 3, 2024 9:00 – Board Meeting 10:00 – Business Meeting
A NEW philanthropic project will be announced! Couple of hints… it involves sewing and quilting; and it will benefit children! Cost is only $ 5.00 to participate (covers cost of supplies). Completed projects will be due at the November 12th meeting. Sample will be available.
The FALL block swap will be presented. Pattern will be emailed out after the meeting. Can’t print at home? Just ask for a printed copy at the “Programs” table. ALL blocks will be due November 12th. Sample block will be available.
Stitched Holiday Card Swap program will be announced. Blank card and envelope sets will be available to purchase for only 50¢ each; choice of white, tan or some assorted colors (blue, yellow, red, green or black), while supplies last. Cards will be swapped at the December 10th meeting. Samples will be available. Make a card, get a card!
Twister Fun workshop registration begins. Workshop to be held after the guild meeting on November 26th. Taught by Guild Members Judy W. and Karen Z.
September 17, 2024 10:00 – General Meeting
Guest speaker: Alice Ridge. Lecture: “Going in Circles – Don’t Fear the Curves.” Some vending may be possible. $ 10 guest fee.
October 1, 2024 9:00 – Board Meeting 10:00 – Business Meeting
Philanthropic Shower announced/explained. Shower held February 4, 2025. Quilter’s BINGO
October 15, 2024 10:00 – General Meeting
Guest speaker: Dana Altman of Shoo Fly Quilts. Lecture: The History of Legit Kits and Trunk Show. $10 guest fee will apply.
October 29, 2024
10:00 a.m. General Meeting
Annual Batting Drive for Kids’ and Veterans’ Comfort Quilts. Each donation earns a chance to win a prize. Dresden Neighborhood by Persimon Dreams signups begin for a sew together day on January 7, 2025. No participate limit. More information at the meeting. Halloween Trunk Show Treat by member Kay O.
November 12, 2024 9 a.m. Board Meeting – 10:00 a.m. General Meeting
Quilts of Valor presentation by Flo Schneider (no guest fee) Pair A Bear projects are due. Fall Block Swap blocks are due. They will returned at the November 26 meeting.
November 26 , 2024 ***MEETING AT FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 218 S. COURT STREET, CROWN POINT, IN***
10:00 a.m. General Meeting Fall Challenge is due. Submit entries separately and anonymously no later than 9:30 a.m. Fall Block Swap blocks returned to participants.
December 10, 2024
9 a.m. Board Meeting – 10:00 a.m. General Meeting Holiday Luncheon – Everyone brings a dish to share. Stitched Holiday Card Swap is due. Do not sign the cards. Quilted Catwalk signups begin (class 3/4/25)
Happy Holidays! See you on January 7, 2025!
January 7, 2025 9 a.m. Board Meeting – 10:00 a.m. General Meeting
Vintage Pincushion workshop registration begins for class on March 18, 2025. Members Debbie W. and Pam M. will lead the class.
Spring Block Swap announced. Pattern will be available and blocks will be due April 1, 2025.
Greetings from … postcard swap announced. Postcards will be swapped on June 10, 2025.
Dresden Neighborhood sew together day after the meeting until 3 p.m.
January 21, 2025
OUR MEETING ON JANUARY 21 will be ony be a Sit and Sew for members only. No snacks will be available.There will NO MEETING and Top Shelf Quilts will not attend. Please join us on February 4, 2025.
February 4, 2025 9 a.m. Board Meeting – 10:00 a.m. General Meeting
Dancing Squares workshop registration begins for April 15, 2025 class. Sue Pawlowski of Jack Squares Studio will lead the class. Fun Fabulous Fabric Manipulation workshop registration begins. Class is May 13, 2025 by Cheryl Sleboda of Muppin’s Sewing Emporium. Philanthropic Shower with games, prizes, treats with a quilty twist.
CANCELLED: Signups begin for the Members’ Garage Sale to be held on April 29, 2025. Limit 4 members.
February 18, 2025
10:00 a.m. General Meeting
Bee Quilting and Suchof Munster, IN will present a shop update and a pop-up shop.
March 4, 2025
9 a.m. Board Meeting – 10:00 a.m. General Meeting
Hawaiian Applique workshop registration begins for class on May 27, 2025 by Alice Ridge. Top Shelf Quilts of Mokena, IL will present a shop update and a pop up shop.
CANCELLED: Quilted Catwalk – prior ‘model’ sign up requested!
March 18, 2025 ***MEETING AT FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 218 S. COURT STREET, CROWN POINT, IN***
Guests and New Members are welcome to attend!
10:00 a.m. General Meeting
Bed Turning Encore by member Donna Z. Vintage Pincushion workshop by members Debbie W. and Pam M. Prior registration required.
April 1, 2025 9 a.m. Board Meeting – 10:00 a.m. General Meeting
Spring Block Swap blocks are due. They will be returned April 15, 2025. Spring Challenge entries revealed. Voting for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places will take place and ribbons will be awarded.
April 15, 2025 10:00 a.m. General Meeting
Spring Swap Blocks returned. Guest Speaker Sue Pawlowski of Jack Squares Studio will present a trunk show A Year of Threads and Scraps (some vending possible). She will also lead the Dancing Squares workshop. Prior registration required. A $10 guest fee will be collected at the door.
April 29, 2025 10:00 a.m. General Meeting
Members will have a Pizza Party while working on quilt show “Heart Charms”, quilt show silent auction or raffle basket items, and/or Comfort Quilts. Bring all supplies to work on your items.
CANCELLED: Members’ Garage Sale CANCELLED: Open Sewing Day after meeting until 3 p.m. Bring your projects, supplies, lunch and a drink and sew with friends!
May 13, 2025 9 a.m. Board Meeting – 10:00 a.m. General Meeting
Guest Speaker Cheryl Sleboda of Muppin’s Sewing Emporium from Paducah, KY. Lecture – Heirloom Textures to Modern Quilts (some vending possible). Fun Fabulous Fabric Manipulation workshop to follow the meeting. Prior registration required. $10 guest fee for the lecture will be collected at the door.
May 27, 2025
10:00 a.m. General Meeting
Guest Speaker Alice Ridge will present a lecture Quilt Trip Around the World (some vending possible). Alice will lead the workshop Hawaiian Applique Traditional or Contemporary. Prior registration required and the workshop is full. A $10 guest fee for the lecture will be collected at the door.
June 10, 2025 ***CHANGED TO JUNE 3, 2025**** 9 a.m. Board Meeting – 10:00 a.m. General Meeting
Spring luncheon – everyone brings a dish.
CANCELLED: Greetings from … postcards will be swapped.
In the summer members meet for personal Sit and Sew at the church from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. JOIN our Guild BEFORE June 3 so you can Sit and Sew with us this summer!
GUILD YEAR 2023 – 2024 AGENDA BELOW
September 5,2023 9:00 – Board Meeting 10:00 – Business Meeting
Quilting themed puzzles explained and first puzzle distributed First Seasonal Guild Challenge Series kickoff Christmas Present quilt block swap kickoff Sign ups begin for 5 minute hand massages at the October 3, 2023 meeting (limit 30) Quilt Show review
September 19, 2023 10:00 – General Meeting
“Book Club Discussion” – Book announced. Discussion will be held on November 28 meeting while members wait for the sewing machine cleaning and scissor sharpening to be completed. Enrollment begins for November 14 “Strip Piecing and Quilting” class by Member Debbic C. Quilt Show review
October 3, 2023 9:00 – Board Meeting 10:00 – Business Meeting
“Batting Drive” for Comfort Quilts batting. Please consider donating twin or full size packaged batting(s) or consider making a monetary donation to go towards purchase of rolls of batting. Every donation will be entered into a drawing for two thank you prizes. Quilt Show review Jenka Massage & Spa – Brief overview of their services and 5 minute hand massages for those that registered.
October 16 to 19, 2023 Fall Day Camp at Cedar Lake Ministries for those that registered in September.
October 17, 2023 10:00 – General Meeting Quilt Day Camp takes place Open Sewing Day (bring your projects, snacks, lunch, and/or beverage. Downy Hall (formerly Fellowship Hall) has been reserved until 3 p.m.
October 31, 2023 9:00 – Business Meeting
“Machine Applique on an Embroidery Machine” by Member Connie D. registration begins for January 2, 2024
Hospice of Calumet Area presentation and Hospice Artisans Gift Shop
November 14, 2023 9:00 – Board Meeting 10:00 – Business Meeting
Registration begins for January 16, 2024 “Freezer Paper Piecing” class by Member Gwen F. “Strip Piecing and Quilting” class occurs. Led by Member Debbie C. and Jean P.
November 28, 2023 9:00 – General Meeting
Christmas Present quilt blocks for swap due. Presented September 5. Book Club discussion (while members wait for machine cleaning and scissors sharpening) Sew Happy Sale & Service of Niles, MI will be here for sewing machine cleaning & oiling and scissor sharpening.
December 12, 2023
9:00 – Board Meeting 10:00 – Business Meeting
Enrollment begins for February 20 “Laura Heine – Collage Quilting” workshop. Taught by Linda Lambert. Limit 30.
Christmas Present swapped blocks returned to participating members. Holiday Party and bring a dish luncheon
January 2, 2024
This meeting only
LOCATION CHANGE TO
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
218 S. MAIN STREET, CROWN POINT INDIANA 9:00 – Board Meeting 10:00 – Business Meeting
“Block of the Month” from December is due. January chapter and BOM is presented.
“Summer Blooms” Block Swap presented. Due March 26.
“Changing Seasons Mini Landscapes” workshop sign ups begin. Workshop is May 7.
POSTPONED – Embroidery class until May 21, 2024
January 16, 2024 9:00 – General Meeting
“Winter Challenge” due. Reveal and voting for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd places.
“Summer Challenge” presented. Due May 21.
Freezer Paper Piecing class by member Gwen F.
“Changing Seasons Mini Landscapes” workshop sign ups begin. May 7th workshop is presented by Dr. Susan Kruszynski of Quilting Fabrics in Time.
March 12, 2024 9:00 – Board Meeting 10:00 – Business Meeting
“Block of the Month” from February is due. March chapter and BOM is presented.
Bingo Games – Bring a dabber or marker to use on a one use bingo card.
“Members Garage Sale” sign ups begin. Sale on April 23. Limit 3 members.
Bus Trip – April 16 – Registration will open MARCH 12 to family and friends of members if the 56 seats are not filled by members. See details below.
Sew Happy Sales & Service (Niles, MI) Sign ups begin for sewing machine cleaning and scissor/pinking shear sharpening on May 21. Jenka Spa(Crown Point) Sign ups begin for chair massages on May 21. Limit 10 massages.
POSTPONED – Vintage Pincushion Class by members Debbie W. and Pam M.
March 26, 2024 10:00 – General Meeting
“Summer Blooms” block swap is due. Blocks returned April 9.
“Quilting Journey” lecture and trunk show by Gail Stepanek. NOTE: a $10 fee will be collected from guests at the door for the lecture.
April 9, 2024 9:00 – Board Meeting 10:00 – Business Meeting
“Block of the Month” from March is due. April chapter and BOM is presented.
“Summer Blooms” Block Swap returned
“Don’t Fear the Curves” workshop sign ups begin. Last day to sign up June 4. Class is presented by Alice Ridge on September 17. Limit 20. Cost $15
“Understanding the Tension on Your Domestic Sewing Machine…Don’t Be Afraid to Touch That Dial!” presentation by member Sandy P. Q&A session to follow.
“Victoria Sewing Tote” class by guild member Jennifer K.
“Changing Seasons Mini Landscapes” sign ups close for May 7 MAY 14 workshop (unless the minimum has not been met). Presented by Dr. Susan Kruszynski of Quilting Fabrics in Time. ‘Winter’ and ‘Summer’ landscapes in kit. ‘Autumn’ and ‘Spring’ kits also available for preorder purchase.
SUMMER ……………………………….WINTER………………..IN KIT
AUTUMN…………………………………………..SPRING………….OPTIONAL SEPARATE PURCHASES
April 16, 2024 BUS TRIP – – – NOT A MEETING DAY!
Guild bus trip to the following quilt shops …. One hour 15 minutes per store! Maximum 56 passengers at $80 each (includes travel, lunch, small snack, and water). Registration will open MARCH 12 to family and friends of members if the 56 seats are not filled by members. Tentative travel times from 6:45 a.m. to 7 p.m. central time. Departure/arrival location to be determined.
Always in Stitches in Noblesville, IN – boxed lunch provided here from Banter’s Meats. At registration choose from turkey, ham, roasted chicken sandwiches with cold salad, chips, and a water. Gluten free option also available.
Members’ Garage Sale – prior registration required
“Open Sewing Day” after the meeting until 3:00 p.m. Bring our projects and sewing things, snacks, lunch, beverages.
May 7, 2024 MAY 14, 2024
NOTE – THIS MEETING WAS ORIGINALLY SCHEDULED FOR MAY 7 BUT HAS BEEN CHANGED TO MAY 14, 2024. SAME TIME – SAME LOCATION
9:00 – Board Meeting 10:00 – Business Meeting
“Block of the Month” from April is due. May chapter and BOM is presented.
“Art Quilts 101, 201, & 301” lecture, trunk show, and sales by Dr. Susan Kruszynski of Quilting Fabrics in Time
NOTE: a $10 fee will be collected from guests at the door for the lecture.
“Changing Seasons Mini Landscapes” workshop by Dr. Susan Kruszynski. Prior enrollment required. See photos above.
Sew Happy Sales & Service (Niles, MI) sign ups close at end of meeting 5/7/24 for sewing machine cleaning and scissor/pinking shear sharpening on May 21.
Jenka Spa(Crown Point) sign ups close at the end of meeting 5/7/24 for chair massages on May 21. Limit 10 massages
May 21, 2024 10:00 – General Meeting
“Summer Challenge” entries due. 1st, 2nd, 3rd place ribbons awarded after voting by members.
Sew Happy Sales & Service (Niles, MI) sewing machine cleaning and scissor/pinking shear sharpening. Prior registration required.
Jenka Spa(Crown Point) chair massages on May 21. Prior registration required.
“Machine Applique on an Embroidery Machine” class by member Connie D. Prior registration required.
June 4, 2024 9:00 – Board Meeting 10:00 – Business Meeting
“Block of the Month” from May is due. New Block of the Month presented.
“Fall Challenge” kicks off. Due November 26, 2024 when voting and ribbon awarding will take place.
“Don’t Fear Curves” workshop sign ups ends at the end of the meeting. Class is September 17, 2024.
“Spring Luncheon” – bring a dish to share. Guild will provide chicken.
GUILD YEAR 2022-2023 AGENDA BELOW
October 18, 2022 10:00 – General Meeting
Top Shelf Quilt Shop from Mokena, IL will have a presentation and a pop up shop.
Our Annual Batting Drive for Comfort Quilts takes place. Please consider donating twin or full size packaged batting(s) or consider making a monetary donation to go towards purchasing large rolls of batting. Every donation will be entered into a drawing for two thank you prizes.
Register for the November 15 Cathedral Window Pillow Class (see below).
November 1, 2022 9:00 – Board Meeting 10:00 – Business Meeting
Our Annual Batting Drive for Comfort Quilts concludes. Please consider donating twin or full size packaged batting(s) or consider making a monetary donation to go towards purchasing large rolls of batting. Every donation will be entered into a drawing for two thank you prizes.
Register for the November 15 Cathedral Window pillow class (see below). Receive the kit today so you can precut the pieces.
November 15, 2022 10:00 – General Meeting
K&S Sewing Shop will do a presentation and then hold a Cathedral Window Pillow Class. Cost is $25 and includes the kit to make it (no pillow form included). Precut your fabrics before class. Sign ups and payment will be taken October 18 and November 1.
November 29, 2022
10:00 – General Meeting
Member led pincushion class has been postponed. No date has been set yet.
December 13, 2022
9:00 – Board Meeting
10:00 – Business Meeting
Annual Christmas Luncheon. Members are asked to bring their favorite side dish or dessert.
January 3, 2023 9:00 – Board Meeting
10:00 – Business Meeting
Winter Challenge is due for judging with three prizes!
January 17, 2023 10:00 – General Meeting
The Spring challeng will be presented
January 31, 2023 10:00 – General Meeting
Bee Quilting Quilt Shop will present a trunk show.
February 14, 2023 9:00 – Board Meeting
10:00 – Business Meeting
Sew In to make 6″ coasters for our October Quilt Show.
February 28, 2023 10:00 – General Meeting
Member led fussy cutting and paper piecing class.
March 14, 2023 9:00 – Board Meeting
10:00 – Business Meeting
March 28, 2023 10:00 – General Meeting
Member led wool class. There will be a small kit fee involved.
April 11, 2023 9:00 – Board Meeting
10:00 – Business Meeting
Comfort Quilt Sew-in and Pizza Party. Bring your machine and supplies and help sew for our Comfort Quilt Projects.
March Block of the Month is Due
April 25,2023 10:00 – General Meeting
Mexican Stars program and workshop. There will be a fee for the class and the pattern. Use your own fabric.
As of 3/17/23 there are two openings for the Tuesday, 4/25/23 afternoon class and 4 openings for the 4/26/23 morning class. Use the CONTACT US form today to reserve your spot!
May 9, 2023 9:00 – Board Meeting
10:00 – Business Meeting
April Block of the Month is due.
May 23, 2023 10:00 – General Meeting
Sweet Stitches Quilt Shop will make a presentation and host a pop-up shop.
June 6, 2023 9:00 – Board Meeting
10:00 – Business Meeting
Spring luncheon. Members are asked to bring their favorite side dish or dessert. Spring challenge is due for judging for three prizes.
