Programme:
This month we welcome Michele from Hamilton Sewing, a long standing family owned company which is a consistent supporter of our Guild. There are lots of great things happening.
Hamilton Sewing is carrying Pfaff machines and Michele has recently returned from their dealer education seminars.
She will not be doing a pop-up store as first promised, but will be giving a speech on what is coming. If you have visited the shop, she will indicate what is available at her store. A good place to use your membership card for discounts too!
Michele said she wanted to give us lots of time to socialize as this is our last meeting until September.
Kerry Aldritt, programme
On another note, Joe Chisum, the fellow from Florida who demonstrated quilting by embroidery machine, has generously donated his speaker fees back to the Guild. Here is his quote "Please let your treasurer know I won't be needing the check, Ancaster Quilter's Guild is welcome to keep or donate the amount to a charity." I asked if we could use it for our comfort quilts and sent him the numbers our President provided, “From September 1 2021 to April 30 2022, the guild donated 428 quilts, many lap size but a number full bed size. The organizations we supported were Community Services, Police Child Abuse, Children’s Aid, Abused Women’s Shelters and Hospice care homes.". He responded, "It sounds like your guild is making a HUGE difference with their charity, that's not even one year's time! This is why I love this industry. A lot of work goes into making a quilt, and I'm sure your efforts are noticed. Happy sewing to you, I wish you all the best!"
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