The Quilter’s Lodge Retreat Center 12224 S 900 E Draper, Utah 84020
Overview
The Annual 2024 Salt Lake MQG Retreat is on the calendar and registration is now open! We will be implementing a new tiered registration system this year in hopes to smoothly prioritize registering all overnight attendees. Please see the Members’ newsletter for registration dates, form and the special offer for early-bird registration!
We love gathering for this tradition before the holiday season is in full swing to spend some much needed time as a guild creating, relaxing, and making new friends! With on-site lodging, a full kitchen, a large sewing space, giant design walls, pressing stations, and cutting stations, they have everything all set up for us! Additionally, the adjoining fabric shop makes last-minute purchases a breeze AND they offer our members 10% off throughout the retreat!
This year, we will be adding a couple of games, an optional project instruction time, and will be hoping to complete a few charity quilts as a group in between our sewing/eating/sleeping/repeating!
This year the Guild has chosen Modern Traditionalism as our year long challenge.
Modern Traditionalism combines traditional techniques with contemporary design. This style celebrates the craftsmanship and history of quilting and reflects the evolving tastes and creative vision of today’s quilters.
The challenge will be introduced at the March Guild meeting and the parameters are as listed below :
Overall design is to fit the themed challenge of ‘Modern Traditionalism’;
Your piece must include one or more shades of blue;
Projects are to be finished quilts can be of any size from 24″ up to 96″ (wall, crib, lap, throw +);
Quilt design does not have to be original. Quilts made from patterns are very welcome;
Quilts will be displayed at a group exhibit in early 2025 (date and location TBD) and must be retained (don’t gift it!) until the exhibit’s close date;
Quilts must be completed by the November 21st guild meeting.
Modern traditionalism draws inspiration from traditional quilt patterns, such as log cabins or flying geese, but reinterpret them using bold colors, unconventional fabrics, and innovative construction methods.
The President’s primary functions are overseeing the smooth running of the entire Guild and making sure the Guild’s mission and purpose are being followed. The President must feel comfortable speaking in front of a large group of people. Organizational skills are necessary and follow-through is a must.
Actively participates in leadership and decisions about topics such as annual planning, programs, events, challenges, budgeting, and membership. Arranges for, schedules, and facilitates general meetings, sew days, and board meetings.
Assists with, coordinates, and approves the planning of monthly meetings and sew days.
Maintains (or delegates maintenance of) all social media such as the Guild’s blog, Facebook and Instagram accounts.
Attends monthly Guild meetings, sew days, board meetings, and Guild programs.
Acts as an approver of financial transactions, as a signatory on the Guild’s bank account, and/or approves contracts.
Considers suggestions from members and works with individuals as needed.
Typically, acts as the facilitator or ’emcee’ of the regular Guild meetings.
Vice President
Prepares and posts the agenda for monthly Guild meetings and board meetings.
Performs the duties of the President, if needed, including running the monthly meeting.
Plans and prepares recommendations for Board approval for regular meeting programs and events.
Actively recruits member and guest speakers for meeting demos and presentations on topics of interest, especially as they relate to modern quilting style and techniques.
Attends monthly Guild meetings, sew days, board meetings, and Guild programs.
Along with the other officers, actively participates in leadership and decisions about topics such as annual planning, programs, events, challenges, budgeting, and membership.
Secretary
Takes notes at monthly meetings, if needed.
Posts monthly minutes the the Guild’s blog, including announcements, Guild business, presentations, show and tell, etc, if needed.
Collates and sends out monthly email newsletter, plus any additional email announcements.
Monitors the saltlakemqg email box, responding as needed.
Attends monthly Guild meetings, sew days, board meetings and Guild programs.
Along with the other officers, actively participates in leadership and decisions about topics such as annual planning, programs, events, challenges, budgeting, and membership.
Corresponds, as necessary with organizations who have dealings with the Guild.
Maintains documentation of sign-in sheets, agendas, minutes etc.
Membership Coordinator
Maintains membership records, keeping up-to-date spreadsheet and/or database of members and membership directory.
Provides a summary of membership information regularly to the board/general Guild.
Attends monthly Guild meetings, sew days, board meetings and Guild programs.
Along with the other officers, actively participates in leadership and decisions about topics such as annual planning, programs, events, challenges, budgeting, and membership.
Treasurer
Maintains the Guild’s PayPal account, including preparing reports for board and Guild Monthly and Board meetings as needed.
Files all required official paperwork and tax returns in a timely manner.
Prepares budget for the board’s approval.
Pays any bills, including reimbursements to members.
Tracks membership dues collection throughout the year and shares information with Membership person.
Provides a summary of financial information regularly.
Attends monthly Guild meetings, sew days, board meetings and Guild programs
Along with the other officers, actively participates in leadership and decisions about topics such as annual planning, programs, events, challenges, budgeting, and membership.
Social Media Coordinator + Committee
Assists in maintaining the Guild’s social media accounts, Facebook and Instagram.
Takes photos at monthly meetings and posts them to the Guild’s social media accounts.
Posts meeting/event notices to the Guild’s social media accounts.
Creates content, as necessary, including show and tell content to the Website Coordinator
Responds to private messages on Facebook and Instagram accounts.
Charity Coordinator + Committee
Organizer of Guild’s philanthropic activities.
Proposes annual charity that will receive any charity quilts made by the Guild.
Coordinates with annual charity for giving requirements.
Encourages charity sewing participation within the Guild.
Events Coordinator + Committee
Plans, organizes, recruits helpers, executes annual events to include, but not limited to, annual Dye Day and annual Retreat.
Website Coordinator
Coordinates and collaborates with other board members to update the Guild’s website with current information and announcements.
MQG Coordinator
One position : Promotes offerings from the national MQG to our local chapter via newsletter, website and meetings.
Guild Meeting – Thursday 18th January – 6:30pm-8:45pm – Granite Library, 3331 S 500 E, South Salt Lake, UT 84106
Workshop led by Ashelyn Downs of @urbandwellstudio – Members only – Saturday 27th January – details will be in the January newsletter
February
Guild Meeting – Thursday 15th February – 6:30pm-8:45pm – Sandy Library, 10100 Petunia Way, Sandy, UT 84092
Saturday Sew – Saturday 17th February – 11:30am-5:30pm – South Jordan Library, 10673 S Redwood Rd, South Jordan, UT 84095
March
Guild Meeting – Thursday 21st March – 6:30pm-8:45pm – West Valley Library, 2880 Lancer Way W (3650 S), West Valley, UT 84119
We will be talking about the Modern Traditionalism challenge (our Guild challenge for 2024); the Sewtopia spring challenge (and receive your bundle of fabric, for those who signed up at the February meeting); hear about Guild member’s QuiltCon experiences; notion of the month.
Saturday Sew – Saturday 30th March – 11am-5:45pm – Taylorsville Library, 4870 S 2700 W, Taylorsville, UT 84129
April
Guild Meeting – Thursday 18th April – 6:30pm-8:45pm – Sandy Library, 10100 Petunia Way, Sandy, UT 84092
This month Lee Stout will be giving a demonstration on how to look after your sewing machine; notion of the month; our Member Spotlight this month is Barbie Mills of The Quilting Mill; and of course, Show and Tell.
Saturday Sew – Saturday 27th April – 10am-5pm – The Grace Company, 6748 S Redwood Road, West Jordan, UT 84084
May
Guild Meeting – Thursday 16th May – 6:30pm-8:45pm – The Grace Company, 6748 S Redwood Road, West Jordan, UT 84084
This month we will be holding our mini swap. Paid up members can join in. Bring along your mini (no bigger than 24″ on any one side), wrapped like a gift and we will hold a white elephant style swap; and of course, Show and Tell.
Saturday Sew – Saturday 25th May – 10am-5pm – The Grace Company, 6748 S Redwood Road, West Jordan, UT 84084
June
Dye Day – Members only – Saturday 8th June – There will be prismatic dyes for tie-dying, indigo dye, and the chance to try out block printing.
Guild Meeting – Thursday 20th June – 6:30pm-8:45pm – The Grace Company, 6748 S Redwood Road, West Jordan, UT 84084
If you are participating in the Sewtopia fabric challenge, bring along your finished piece to tonight’s meeting
Saturday Sew – Saturday 29th June – 10am-5pm – The Grace Company, 6748 S Redwood Road, West Jordan, UT 84084
July
Guild Meeting – Thursday 18th July – 6:30pm-8:45pm – Location will either be at The Grace Company, 6748 S Redwood Road, West Jordan, UT 84084
Registration for QuiltCon 2025 in Phoenix is right around the corner, we will hold a panel discussion with tips and pointers on how to go about registering and what you should consider when booking.
Saturday Sew – Saturday 27th July – 10am-5pm – The Grace Company, 6748 S Redwood Road, West Jordan, UT 84084
August
Guild Meeting – Thursday 15th August – 6:30pm-8:45pm – Location will either be at The Grace Company.
This month we will be providing materials for you to make your own, portable design board.
Saturday Sew – Saturday 31st August – 10am-5pm – The Grace Company, 6748 S Redwood Road, West Jordan, UT 84084
September
Guild Meeting – Thursday 19th September – 6:30pm-8:45pm – The Grace Company, 6748 S Redwood Road, West Jordan, UT 84084
Saturday Sew – 28th September – 10am-5pm – The Grace Company, 6748 S Redwood Road, West Jordan, UT 84084
October
Guild Meeting – Thursday 17th October – 6:30pm-8:45pm – The Grace Company, 6748 S Redwood Road, West Jordan, UT 84084
Come and learn how to make a mobile, mini ironing table from a stand-alone tv stand to use at the retreat next month.
Saturday Sew – Saturday 26th October – 10am – 5pm – The Grace Company, 6748 S Redwood Road, West Jordan, UT 84084
November
Guild Retreat – Thursday 14th through Sunday 17th November – At the Quilter’s Lodge, Draper UT – Advanced booking required for either overnight or day sewing. Email Ashlyn Downs with any questions.
Guild Meeting – Thursday 21st November – 6:30pm-8:45pm – The Grace Company, 6748 S Redwood Road, West Jordan, UT 84084
Tonight is the deadline for our Guild Challenge for 2024. Bring along your Blue Modern Traditional creations – can’t wait to see what you’ve come up with!!!
Saturday Sew – Saturday 30th November – 10am – 5pm – The Grace Company, 6748 S Redwood Road, West Jordan, UT 84084
December
Guild Meeting – Thursday 19th December – 6:30pm-8:45pm – The Grace Company, 6748 S Redwood Road, West Jordan, UT 84084
Guild Party and notions white elephant swap (essential sewing items for under $20, wrapped for exciting swaps).
Saturday Sew – Saturday 28th December- 10am – 5pm – The Grace Company, 6748 S Redwood Road, West Jordan, UT 84084
