The Mariners meeting on April 14 was all about learning new techniques. Five quilters shared their know-how at different demonstration stations. Betty showed how to make a disappearing pinwheel block. Karen made beads using a variety of fabrics. Margaret shared how to make small bags with two seven-inch squares.
Gillian made Barb Robson’s 1/4-inch borders and Jean demonstrated a nifty technique for assembling a quilt sandwich when space is limited.
Here’s how it looked.
The evening’s Show and Share segment included a transformer quilt, an embroidered dress and a 40-year-old silk quilt in need of restoration.