Meridel Hedges

Knotty Ladies November report

By Meridel Hedges | November 6, 2015

Carol Kato hosted the November meeting of the Knotty Ladies. Dora reported that our treasury still has enough money to carry us for another year. We will consider participating in the next Members’ Market when it comes around. Lydia, Dora, Betty, and Meridel delivered two patriotic quilts to the Southern Oregon Rehabilitation Center and Clinic. […]

Knotty Ladies September Report

By Meridel Hedges | September 2, 2015

Betty hosted the Knotty Ladies on September 2. The Ladies discussed participating in the EPWC’s Members’ Market but decided the time line was too short and we still had adequate funds in our treasury so we will pass this year. The schedule of meetings has changed for the month of October as Linda will host […]

Knotty Ladies August report

By Meridel Hedges | August 22, 2015

The Knotty Ladies escaped the smoky skies over Eagle Point and met at the Hedges cabin in Rocky Point on August 5. They shared patterns and variations on patterns and then got down to work on several projects. Dora shared a soldier quilt she had completed and then showed photos of other projects. Betty added […]

April Report

By Meridel Hedges | April 2, 2015

April 1 was an important day for the Knotty Ladies because our winter wanderers returned to the fold. Lydia hosted our regular meeting. The treasurer reported no changes. A shopping day has been planned for Wednesday, April 8. Dora, Lydia, Meridel, and anyone else who wishes to join us will meet at 9:30 a.m. to […]

March 4, 2015, Knotty Ladies Report

By Meridel Hedges | March 4, 2015

The Knotty Ladies met at Carol Kuehnert’s home on March 4. We were honored to have several special guests: quilter Linda Riddle from Hawaii, quilter Robin Oquist who is an Eagle Point neighbor, and special guest of honor Riley. Dora has completed the assembly of the blocks and sashing of the blue soldier quilt and […]

Knotty Ladies February 2015 Report

By Meridel Hedges | February 5, 2015

Dora hosted the Knotty Ladies’ February 4 meeting. The treasurer’s report included one bill in the amount of $8.80 for the purchase of sashing fabric for the blue soldier quilt. The group left the blue soldier quilt with Dora who will complete the remaining units and add the sashing. She will then turn it over […]

Knotty Ladies January Meeting

By Meridel Hedges | January 12, 2015

Lynn hosted the Knotty Ladies’ first meeting of 2015 on January 7. Membership currently stands at nine, which is a comfortable number for our group. The Membership Roster was updated to include new phone numbers. Dora reported that our treasury remains the same as last month but will be reduced this month to cover a […]

Knotty Ladies November Report

By Meridel Hedges | November 6, 2014

Carol Kuehnert hosted the November 5th meeting of the Knotty Ladies. The first item of business was to plan the December meeting which will be a potluck lunch at Lydia’s home on December 3 beginning at noon. Members will coordinate with Lydia to balance the menu somewhat. The Piecemakers have been invited to join us […]

Knotty Ladies September Report

By Meridel Hedges | September 4, 2014

Lydia’s home was the scene for the September 3 meeting of the Knotty Ladies. The first item of business was to confirm our field trip to the VA Southern Oregon Rehabilitation Center and Clinics (SORCC) which will take place on Tuesday, September 9 at 1:00 p.m. Members will meet at Lydia’s home by 12:45 p.m. […]

Knotty Ladies Annual Quilting Retreat

By Meridel Hedges | August 7, 2014

The Knotty Ladies attended their annual quilting retreat at the Hedges cabin on August 6. Dora gave a treasurer’s report stating that we are solvent. The quilt frame that Carol Kato and Bill constructed has been paid for. Several members displayed their fun show and tell projects. Bags of donated fabric and batting as well […]

Knotty Ladies May Activities

By Meridel Hedges | May 12, 2014

Betty hosted the May 7 meeting of the Knotty Ladies. Most of the meeting was spent admiring and pricing the handmade items created by our members to sell at the Vintage Faire. After reviewing our various commitments for the event we sampled Bill’s delicious carrot cake and then moved on to show and tell. Dora […]

Knotty Ladies April Report

By Meridel Hedges | April 6, 2014

Linda hosted the April 2 meeting of the Knotty Ladies. Leading our agenda was the disposition of our Quilts of Valor. We have two completed quilts and two more under construction. The quilts will be delivered to the V.A. Rehabilitation facility this summer when more members are present to participate. These quilts will become part […]

Knotty Ladies March Report

By Meridel Hedges | March 6, 2014

Maxine was the hostess for the March meeting of the Knotty Ladies. New member Linda Townsend was welcomed and given one of our business cards. Betty will make an official membership card for Linda. It is good to have Betty back in Eagle Point and once again active in our group. The Quilts of Valor […]

Knotty Ladies February Report

By Meridel Hedges | February 5, 2014

A full complement of Knotty Ladies met at Dora’s home on February 5. The Ladies welcomed Linda Townsend as our guest and Marcia and Lynn were able to join us. After admiring the beautifully set table and enjoying a delicious dessert, we got down to business. Two wounded Warrior quilts have been completed and are […]

January Knotty Ladies Meeting

By Meridel Hedges | January 12, 2014

A meeting of the Knotty Ladies Quilt Group was held on January 8, 2014 at Carol Kato’s house at 1:00 p.m. In attendance were: Lydia Davidson, Maxine Williams, Dora Moore and Carol Kato. The “Wounded Warrior” quilt is in need of a binding. Maxine will buy some material that will match the color scheme, preferable […]

Knotty Ladies December Report

By Meridel Hedges | December 6, 2013

The Knotty Ladies were pleased to share their annual December potluck with the Piecemakers. Thirteen quilters gathered at Lydia’s home on December 4. Special guest quilter Linda Riddle from Hawaii joined us for the occasion. After a sumptuous lunch and a good deal of friendly conversation, we gathered around the Christmas tree for our “quilter’s […]

Knotty Ladies November Report

By Meridel Hedges | November 7, 2013

The Knotty Ladies held their November meeting at Betty’s home. After a heated campaign, we elected Dora as our new treasurer and expressed our thanks to Marcia for being the keeper of the books since 2009. Members signed up to host a meeting in 2014. Our calendar reads as follows: January 8 – Carol Kato, […]

Knotty Ladies October Report

By Meridel Hedges | October 2, 2013

On Wednesday, October 2, the Knotty Ladies happily met at Dora’s home where the table was adorned with a beautiful table runner, seasonal snacks, and delicious servings of carrot spice cake. Before we began the “serious” part of our meeting we were treated to several humorous stories which put everyone in a jovial mood. Maxine […]

Knotty Ladies September Report

By Meridel Hedges | September 6, 2013

On September 4 the Knotty Ladies met at Meridel’s house to conduct business and show off their wares. Two guests, Rosenelle Florencechild and Terry Sheldon, joined us for the afternoon. Our current project, a gift basket to be donated to the D-9 Foundation, was completed. The wine picnic basket contains a few purchased items and […]

Knotty Ladies August Report

By Meridel Hedges | August 11, 2013

A bunch of Knotty Ladies escaped the valley smoke and spent the day at the Hedges cabin in Rocky Point on their annual quilting retreat. We enjoyed the refreshing rain and cooler temperatures as we reviewed our current projects and planned for the future. The retreat included hot coffee and muffins upon arrival and a […]

Knotty Ladies May Report

By Meridel Hedges | May 10, 2013

Betty’s home was the gathering place for the Knotty Ladies on May 1. Betty shared a bias binding tutorial from Favequilts.com and recommended Crafty.com for actual classes. Since we are out of business cards, it seemed like a good time to reconsider our design. Betty will experiment with some new design elements but will keep […]