November Meeting Minutes 2019

November meeting called to order at 6:30 by President Doreen D.

Guests:  Susan, Chris, and past president, Helen S. 

Treasurer's Report submitted by Pam N.:  Ending balance XXX

Sunshine:  Nina.   Shirley H. spouse had an operation.

Ways and Means:  Sharon.  A Silent Auction was held during the meeting.  "Love of Linda" Acme bags were sold for $3.

Guest Speaker Kelly Meanix began her presentation at 6:45.  She also taught a "Hexies" workshop the following day.

Please note the following activities for the December meeting:

Refreshments:  Cookie Exchange planned for December.

Members are to bring 2 dozen homemade cookies to the December meeting:  One for members to enjoy at the meeting, and one to share (members fill a bag with a variety of cookies to take home).  

Programs:  Eileen, Connie, Diane, Donna

Needlebook gifts will be exchanged at December meeting.  Members should bring a wrapped needle book placed in a brown paper bag with a card identifying the giver.  These bags will be put on a table, and a number given to each participant. An identical number will be put in a jar.  Numbers will be drawn during the meeting.  When participant's number is draw, they will choose a bag then draw the next number.

Round Robin participants will reveal their completed tops.

Heart Quilt Workshop by Helen E. scheduled for Jan 11 from 9:30 to 2:30, set up at 9 am.  Bring lunch or order out.  Cost is $30 proceeds to Camaco, and speaker compensation.  Signups and payment begin at December meeting. 

Bring a fat quarter for a January Ways and Means activity.

Retreat:  If you participated in the Retreat Challenge Block, bring it to the December meeting.

The Accuquilt-Go will be set up for anyone interested.  Eileen will demo.

Submitted by:

Kate George

Secretary

Fundraiser Workshop Saturday January 11, 2020 ***Fabric amounts have been updated Dec 13th 2019

New Workshop Fundraiser January 11, 2020

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October 2019 Meeting Minutes

Please note:  November meeting to start at 6:30, speaker at 6:45.  No Show & Tell.  $10 for Guests at this meeting.

October Meeting called to order at 7:03 by President Doreen Dever.

5 Guests were in attendance:  Jean S., Marge Q., Susan P., Maryanne D., and Patty H.

Treasurer's Report submitted by Pam N:  September balanceXXXX.  October balance XXXXX.

Name badge:    Joyce  1.50

Sunshine:  Nina

Nina was in touch with Louella J. now in a nursing home; and Bernie S. who had knee surgery.  Past president Helen S. in on a donor's list for a liver transplant.

Refreshments:   Clare.   It's Carolyn K., Dottie L., Diane M., Inge L. Peg L. and Karen Mc. for November.

Photo and Media:   Helen and Denise

Denise was away but handles the Camaco blogspot at CamacoQuiltGuild.org.  If you want to join the Camaco facebook group you must send a friend request to Helen.  

Ways and Means:  Sharon

There are 126 chapters of Ryans' Cases for Smiles.  Sharon is working with the kids in PA.

Pillowcases:  Bernie

At this year's pillowcase challenge 185 were made, total for the year is 1785.  Bernie displayed the trophy.  

Programs:  Eileen, Connie, Diane, Donna

Needle book exchange in December

Charity:  Eleanor, Joey and Betsy

Eleanor reported that 2 quilts went to Habitat; 1 to Tranquility House;  10 to DYFS; 1 to C.A.R.A.; 4 to a mother with 3 special needs children;  3 earmarked for another case; with 4 remaining.  

Open Sew:  Joey and Sandra

3 were held in October on the 16th, 23rd and 30th.

Old Business:  Election of Officers

Results of election held on October 9, 2019:

President:  Doreen  D.

Vice President:  Bernie S.

Secretary:  Judy H.

Treasurer:  Pam N.

Membership renews in January 2020.  Discussion about dues amount and how these funds are used will continue.

New Business:  Special Rulers

Certain projects require special rulers that may only be used once.  If you have such a ruler and are willing to lend it to another quilter, please provide the details to Denise.  Denise will post a list of these rulers on the Camaco Blog.  

Submitted by:

Kate George

Secretary

September 2019 Meeting Minutes

Meeting called to order at 7:00 pm by President Doreen Dever

Three guests were in attendance:  Jean, Becka, and Wynna

Treasurer's report:

Balance XXXXX.  This amount does not include payments from members for the retreat which will all be paid out next month.

Name Badge:  Ron was in PA so we all got a free pass.

Sunshine:  Nina sent cards to members undergoing difficulties.

Refreshments:  Clare   For October:  Jan E, Nan J, Clare J, Joyce E, Sharon K, Inge K, Debbie K.

Photo and Media:  Helen and Denise

Ways and Means:  Sharon  61.50 collected.  Doreen reminded us that this is our only income outside of membership.

Charity:  Eleanor, Joey and Betsy

 

See note from Eleanor at the end of this email.

Open Sew:  Joey and Sandra

Held 3rd and 4th Wednesdays and the 5th if there is one as in October.

Pillowcases:  Bernie reminded that the pillowcase challenge will be held Sunday 9/15 11am to 3pm at Upper Township Community

                      Center on Rt 50.  Bring your lunch, John Dollard to sponsor door prizes.  982 completed at last year's challenge.

Programs:  Eileen, Connie, Diane and Donna. 

                  We had back to basics at September's meeting:  Rotary cutting, Binding and attaching sleeves.  

                  October will be Helen Ernst presenting quilting designs.

                  November will be Kelly M teaching a Hexies workshop

                  Round Robin:  October will be the final exchange.  Doreen suggested participants might show their completed

                                          quilt tops for the December meeting. 

Announcements:  1st Presbyterian Church Cape May  provides a home for Art and theatre Groups.  Nov & Dec they have                                   a gallery space that quilters could sell their quilts or small handmade gifts. 20% commission is kept by the church.  Denise has info on contact if interested.

Old Business:  Nomination of Officers.  Members were asked to submit names.  Bernie read the duties of each office.  

                         President:  Presides over the general meeting; hold special meetings when necessary; signs on behalf of 

                         the guild;  Ex-officio

                         Vice President:  Assists the president; presides in absence of the president; membership;  fills vacancies

                          of officers.

                         Secretary:  keeps the minutes of the meetings and makes them available to members; maintains and preserves 

                            file system;  announcements.                         

                         Treasurer:  Bank Deposits;  payments for budgeted items (anything over 500.00 must be approved by

                         membership;  co-signs checks with President.

A note from Eleanor N:

Please share this with the guild members. Thank you!!!

   I’m enclosing some pictures to update you on the charity committee activities.

  This first picture is of Jenn from DYFS....(she may NOT have her picture in any newspapers (I removed the photo for blog! Denise~). She accepted 10 bright and cheerful small sized quilts to use as children are in crisis situations. She is super nice and was very excited to receive them. She said, “I’ve seen some similar to these. CASA gave us some a while back!” ️ They we’re also from us!!! Small world! CASA shared with DYFS! Our quilts are definitely getting out there to children in need!!! Wonderful job, ladies!!! Jenn will let us know when her supplies run  low.

This second picture above is a twin sized quilt that’s going to a new member of Tranquility House!!! Remember when we made twin quilts for the 8 homeless girls last spring?!? One gal has graduated out of the program and a new young lady has taken her place. Thank you Sharon Wright for alerting us to this need!!!  😀 This young lady LOVES pink and purple, and this quilt happens to be big enough! So it fits he bill and will be going to her this afternoon! Again, thank you!!!

   Habitat for Humanity was excited to receive the two quilts for the latest family to move into a Habitat home. It is a Mom and a 7 year old boy that moved into their new home in Whitesboro in July! Again, thank you ladies for providing for folks in need! CAMACO cares and that is important to so many! Sorry....no pix for these two, but they were shown at Wednesday’s meeting. 

We are a caring and generous guild. I am honored to be part of it! Please continue to make quilts for people in crisis. There are so many needs out there! I promise to make sure that your beautiful and varied quilts go to someone who is in need and who will be blessed by you and your hard work! We’re making a difference in our communities! Thank you all!

 Eleanor Neff

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June Meeting Minutes 2019

Meeting called to order at 7:05 pm by President Doreen Dever.

Three guests were in attendance:

  Pat M,  Patty H, Barbara S.

Treasurer's report:

  Balance XXXXX submitted by Pam N.  Pam missed the meeting due to illness and reminds everyone the balance includes monies for the retreat.

Name badge:  2.50

Sunshine:  Nina

  Sharon and Doris were sent cards,  as well as Dale and Debbie on the loss of their mother.

Refreshments:  Clare    Notice will be sent closer to our next meeting in September.

Photography and Media:  Helen and Denise

Ways and Means:  Sharon  

    Pillowcase race set for September 15, 2010 at Community Center in Upper Township.  11:00 am to 3:00 pm.

   Sharan also told us about "Lunch with Lynch" events.  Requested flannel pillowcases for the Glenwood Pre-K School.

Charity:  Eleanor, Joey and Betsy

  Eleanor asked if anyone would quilt a top and back she had.    Sandee took it to finish.

  Diane D. requested 35" X 35" quilts for NICU at Yale, New Haven.  They are needed to cover the isolets and protects babies' eyes

  from the light.  

   Philly Dog Shelter:  The dogs have been sick and clean towels and blankets in good condition are needed. 

   Eleanor stated she has 30 quilts in her stash for charitable purposes.  "Quilts for Hope" and "Habitat for Humanity" were mentioned as possible recipients.  Eleanor wants to keep it local.  Betsy will contact Chief of Police in Middle Twnshp:  patrols assigned to child protective services might have one in their vehicle available for a child being transported.  Smaller quilts would be suitable for this purpose. 

*Correction to Charity notes submitted 7/4/2019 below:*
  

Charity:    Eleanor N. wanted to clarify that it was other voices at the June meeting talking about "keeping it local" regarding the participation of Camaco and distribution of the quilts we make for charity to those in need.  Some of the ideas were discussed out loud, but there was no action taken by the members in attendance.  

For example, it's been suggested there was a need caused by the Ohio floods that occurred earlier in the year.  Also "Quilts for Kids", a Philadelphia organization has been mentioned.   Eleanor welcomes your ideas or contacts regarding the recipients of our guilds charitable activities.

      

Open Sew:  Joey, Sandra.   Month of June:  6/19 and 6/26.  A "Two Fabric Bargello" was taught on 6/19.  (Committee stated last week that the building is available and agreed that the Open Sews will be held EVERY Wednesday throughout the summer, EXCEPT FOR JULY 3.  That is, July 10,17,24 and 31.  And August 7, 14, 21, and 28.)

Pillowcases:  Bernie has kits.

Retreat:  Doreen still has room for a few more.  Balance is due at September meeting.  

Programs:  Eileen, Connie, Diane and Donna

September:  Back to School sewing basics;  October:  Helen E. Quilting Designs;  November:  Kelly M.  "Hexies"

Announcements:  Mary B became a Lifetime Member.  Board and attendees gave her best wishes for her 90th birthday in July.

July/August:  Items usually exchanged during regular meetings such as Round Robin, or the Dog beds, towels and blankets can be dropped off at Open Sew on Wednesdays.  Connie stated she will collect and deliver as needed.

Next Meeting:  Wednesday, September 11, 2019

New Business:  In September Officers will be nominated and election held in October.  New Officers and committee people will take over in January.

Submitted by:

Kate George

Secretary

Bus Trip to PA National Quilt Extravaganza in Oaks PA

BUS TRIP – OAKS, PA

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 14, 2019

COST:  $41.00

PA NATIONAL QUILT EXTRAVAGANZA

South Shore Stitchers invites you to join a wonderful group of ladies on a bus trip to PA quilt show in Oaks, PA.

We will be taking sign-ups for members and guest starting in June.

When you sign up we need your check for $41.00 made out to South Shore Stitchers, your phone number and where you wish to be picked up.  Your cost covers your bus fee of $25.00, admission $13.00, and bus driver tip $3.00.  The guild pays the bus fee up front and hopes to get reimbursed for this fee by filling the bus. 

If you wish to sign up by mail please send your check to South Shore Stitchers, PO Box 1103, Marmora, NJ  08223.  

If you have any questions please call Pat Kline at 609-390-3956 or Nancy Turnbull

609-226-2778.

7:30am Leave K-Mart in Rio Grande

8:00am Leave Shop-Rite in Marmora

8:30am Leave Cumberland Mall Vineland

10:45am Arrive Greater Expo Center in Oaks, PA

3:30pm Leave Greater Expo Center

4:15pm Arrive Cracker Barrel for Dinner (Plymouth Meeting)

5:45pm Leave Cracker Barrel for Home

7:45pm Arrive Cumberland Mall in Vineland

8:15pm Arrive Shop-Rite in Marmora

8:30pm Arrive K-Mart in Rio Grande

May 2019 Meeting Minutes

Meeting called to order at 7:00 pm by President Doreen D.

No guests in attendance.  The microphone was passed around and each member stated her name and favorite color.

Treasurer's report:  Balance XXXXX submitted by Pam N.

Name badge:  2.25

Sunshine:  Nina

Refreshments:  Clare

    Snack for June:  Kathy B., Donna F., Kate G., Joey G., Anna H., Margareta

Photography and Media:  Helen and Denise

Ways and Means:  Sharon   84 collected.

Charity:  Eleanor, Joey, Betsy.  

    Who needs quilts?

Open Sew:  Joey, Sandra   Held on the 15th, 22nd and 29th this month.  Open Sew will continue to meet in July and August. 

Pillowcases:  Bernie   On vacation.

Retreat:  Doreen and Judy    Deposits were collected.  Participants received the project with no details, and the challenge activity info.

Programs:  Eileen, Connie, Diane and Donna. 

    Lower Township Library displayed some of the work of the guild during May.  The Round Robin is underway. 

Announcements:  No meeting in July or August.  (Except Open Sew) 

                              Cape May Quilt and Fiber Show is June 22 and 23rd at Cold Spring Village.

                              Clare will collect Log Cabin Mini Quilt Challenge entries at the June Camaco meeting, otherwise this quilt/banner

                        

                              is due on June 14. 

 

                               Anyone participating in the Viewer's Choice (Larger Quilts) Quilt Show must pre-register no later than June 11.

                               Viewer's Choice quilts must have a hanging sleeve sewn on the back.  Registration is $15.00 for up to 5 quilts.

New Business:   Camaco members voted to participate as a sponsor of the Cape May Quilt & Fiber Show with a budgeted donation of

            

                            $500.00.   Members also voted on sponsoring Ryan's Case for Smiles.  That donation of $150.00 was already 

                            distributed at the beginning of the year.

Old Business:    Purchase decision on batting for charity quilts will wait until September.

Submitted by:

Kate G

Secretary

April Meeting Minutes 2019

Meeting called to order at 6:35 pm by President Doreen D.

No guests in attendance.  The mike was passed around the room and each member stated her name.

The May meeting will begin at the usual 7:00 pm.

Treasurer's report:  Balance XXXX submitted by Pam N.

Name Badge:  2.25

Sunshine:  Nina

Refreshments:  Clare

    Snack for May:  Diana D., Helen E., Joyce E., Doreen D., Diane D., Linda F.

Photography and Media:  Helen and Denise

Ways and Means:  Sharon  62.00 collected on 2 baskets.

Charity:  Eleanore, Joey and Betsy.

    Eleanore stated the committee is out of batting.  Will discuss next month.

Open Sew:  Joey, Sandra.  

    Dates were April 17 and 24.  Pillowcase kits were available. The second open sew was cancelled because schools were out.

Retreat:  Deposits were collected.  

Announcements:  Diane D mentioned the Shady Maple Conference Center July 11 and 12 (Missouri Star)

Programs:  Eileen, Connie, Diane and Donna

    May:  Clare will demo inks and dyeing.  Round Robin:  bring your box to pass (always to the same person).

Submitted by:

Kate George

Secretary

March Meeting Minutes 2019

Meeting called to order at 7:00 pm by President Doreen D.

No guests in attendance. 

Doreen instructed Kate G, Secretary, to email the updated membership list. 

The April meeting will begin at 6:30.  The speaker, Barb Vedder, will begin at 7:00

Treasurer's Report:  Balance $XXXX submitted by Pam Nagle

Committee Reports

Badge:  $1.75 Collected

Sunshine:  no report

Refreshments:  Clare

Photography and Media:  Helen and Denise

Ways and Means:  Sharon C

Charity:  Elenore, Joey and Betsy

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Received thank you note from the Cape May County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center for 18 pet beds.

Open Sew:  Joey, Sandra.    This month on the 20th and 27th from 9:30-4:00.

Pillowcases:  Bernie.

200 kits available.  Members just need to sew the kits and turn them in.  Bernie washes them per requirements for

dye-free, scent free detergent that includes a fabric softener,  before they are donated to the charity.

Retreat:  Doreen.  

Doreen stated there was a signup sheet for the fall retreat to be held at the same location as last year.  (Subsequent to this meeting those who signed up were notified of a change in dates:  October 31, 2019 through November 3, 2019.) Retreat schedule is Thursday, group dinner; Friday and Saturday, instructor for the Log Cabin pattern.  There will be no restaurant on site.  The participants will include Camaco, Obats, and Mod quilt club members.

Announcements:  Lancaster Quilt Show is March 28-31

                             Cold Springs Quilt Show is June 22-23

Old Business:  None

New Business:  None

Programs:  Eileen, Connie, Diane and Donna.   

April :  Speaker Barb Vedder will do a presentation on scrap quilts (Meeting begins at 6:30, Speaker at 7:00 for April) The following day, 4/11, she will teach a class on "Applique the Fun Way.  This class of 15 is full.  Bring your machine. May :  Clare will demo inks and japaneses fabrics.  Also d…

Round Robin:  Groups of  6 were set up.  Each group does their own design.  Provide a notebook with instructions to pass along.  Come to quild to exchange your block.

Submitted by:

Kate G

Secretary