Mini quilt groups have been a very important part of my quilting experience dating back to when I first picked up a needle in the mid. 80's.
For nearly 18 years my group of 6 dedicated art quilters in Asheville, NC met once a month to explore a huge variety of techniques. It was a magical group and we all benefited from each other's enthusiasm, knowledge, and friendship.
It's one of the things I missed the most after relocating to Northern CA. Through word of mouth there are now 6 of us in Heritage Placer Vineyards who joined forces to meet monthly.
None are art quilters but all have skills we can share. Two are excellent long arm quilters and one is an heirloom sewer. Quilters always seem to bond no matter what their experience is.
These gals are all energetic and generous with their knowledge....here's just a sample of the pieces shown this week. (First two are Nancy's, next piece is Teddy's, and the final piece is Judy's. She is creating 3 identical quilts for family members made using blocks from a close relative who passed away.
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