2026 September Meeting Minutes
Country Star Quilt Guild Meeting Minutes
Sept 14, 2026
Call to Order
President, Lynette Talak called the meeting to order at 7:00pm.
Welcome
Lynette welcomed everyone back from our summer break. A reminder that dues are due and payable now for our 2026-2027 year.
Devotion
Elaine Wilkerson presented our devotion entitled “Ebony & Ivory” using John 16:33 as her scripture focus. Keyboards, pandas and skunks…contrast and choice make up the fabric of our life. We do not live in a trouble free world but God is Faithful.
Programs
Lori Frederick gave us a recap of upcoming programs. Oct 12th Petting Fabric (an online shop) will have a trunk show, an education piece and items for sale. Bring cash. Nov 5th Barn Quilt class at Kelly’s RV. We must have 15 participants, see Eileen VanFossen to sign up. Nov 9th Brenda Dyer, a certified Judy Niemeyer and Quiltworx instructor will present a trunk show and lecture. Nov 10th Brenda will do a workshop at the Callahan Masonic Lodge. The “Haystack” pattern will be used to make a table runner. Cost of the class will be $60 per person plus $10 for the pattern. Dec 14th we will have a potluck dinner with some kind of swap (specifics to be given later). We will also be playing a game of left/right/center. Please bring 3 fat quarters: 1 each, red, green and white. (Christmas red and green please).
Our Sit N Sew’s will be Sept 25th, Oct 9th and 23rd, Nov 13th and Dec11th.
January 11th 2027 Sara Claxton from Beyond Fabric will be with us. Feb 8th Becky Erdman will present a trunk show with a workshop being held on the 9th.
March’s program is being finalized currently.
April 12th Carol’s Challenge.
May 10th Chris Sandstrom will present a trunk show. The following day she will lead a class for the “Cozy Christmas” quilt by Lori Holt. This class will be held at the Callahan Masonic Lodge.
Announcements
Lynette asked for any changes or corrections to the June 2026 minutes as posted on our website. A Motion to approve the minutes was made by Peggy Smith and seconded by Barbara Perkins.
Treasurer’s Report
Ellie Boette thanked everyone for participating in the summer challenge for The Pinky Promise.
Checking Account $3,119.86
Savings Account $14,153.92
Beginning in October a separate account heading will be setup, and savings will be transferred into it in the amount of three months expenses in case of an emergency. Each quarter Ellie will post on our FB or website page a protected file with quarterly activity information. Copies of the budget were available on the tables for everyone to look over and ask questions. Lynette received a motion to approve the budget by Lori Frederick and seconded by Vicki Skahill. As a reminder anyone wanting to spend money on behalf of the Guild must get prior approval from the Executive Board for the expenditure. An expense reimbursement form must be completed and submitted to receive payment
Guild Supported Charities
Ryan’s Case for Smiles- Elaine Wilkerson gave examples of the impact our donations have on the children. They bring smiles, reduce stress and brighten lives. We donated 119 pillowcases this past guild year which is down from prior years at 300-400.
The Nest- JoAnn Cicero advised us that they appreciate all the items we donate and we can bring items anytime. The Yulee facility has a new building, and the Jacksonville facility is in the Picketville area.
The Pinky Promise Foundation- Glenda Stonecipher explained that they help any woman going through a cancer diagnosis. They distribute gas cards, treats, games, lap quilts, wigs, seatbelt pillows, etc. Glenda asked for donations of 80/20 cotton batting in twin size to be used by our longarmers for the lap quilts we donate.
Quilts Of Valor- Sue Deyo went over the requirements for all QOV quilts to be presented. An information sheet was supplied to members giving minimum and maximum sizes as well as other pertinent information. Sue requested all quilts be 60”x80”. Feedback received from longarmers providing quilting request all quilts be ironed and the backing cut to size. (Check with your longarmer for exact overage they need). We have presented 69 Quilt of Valor quilts to date.
2027 Retreat
The cost for the retreat will be $325.00, and will be at Crooked River State Park in St Mary’s, GA. Each retreater will need to provide all their meals except for Tuesday night when dinner will be provided. Please bring a name tag as none will be provided. We will play LRC and are asked to bring three polka dot fabrics. We will have the sewing room all day on Saturday so stay as long as you like. Sue will determine a daily cost for those who want to commute a day or two. The cost of a parking pass is not included in the retreat fee.
New Business
Lori and Ellie presented the opportunity quilts we will be selling raffle tickets for. Tickets will be $1.00 each or 6 for $5.00. Lori challenged everyone to see who could sell the most tickets…… a great prize could be won.
Lisa Maechtlen donated a beautiful Gray & Green quilt. Ellie Boette donated a Christmas quilt “Joy to the World” Lori Frederick donated a paper pieced “Highland Cow” quilt
July, August & Sept Birthdays
Our July birthdays are; Bonnie Cressey, Barbara Ann Jackson. Mary Sperow, Michelle Ajdinovich, Barbara Lovett and Bonnie Eisenhower.
Our August birthdays are; Helen Henderson, Nadine Loyd, Elaine Wilkerson, Kaye Mulliniks and Marsa Detscher.
Our Sept birthdays are; Carol Blanchard, Judi Simnick, Gail Bowen, Karen Beaumont, Lynne Pomerleau, Lisa Maechtlen and Peggy Smith.
2027 Guild Quilt Challenge
Carol Blanchard went over the requirements for our “Hue” challenge. Everything used for the challenge must stay within the hue selected. This includes backing, thread, embellishments, etc. These quilts will be monochromatic. Carol supplied those interested with an information sheet covering the specifics and she will be available for your questions going forward.
Other Items of Interest
Door prizes were awarded and we had Show n Tell.
Meeting was adjourned at 8:43 pm.
Submitted by,
Joanne Griffis, Secretary