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Creative Workshop on May 11

Hello Everyone!
There are enough people who can attend on May 11th that we will be having the Creative Workshop as scheduled! We’ll meet from 9:30 to 2:00, please bring your lunch, and bring your projects to work on, including all your necessary supplies and equipment! If you have something you especially want to work on this session, let us know, and we will help, or bring instructions. Also if there is anything you are interested in learning, please let us know!

Our plan for this one is “Questions & Answers”. Is there a project that you’re working on that you’re stumped? Or just need a little help on? We have answers! Bring in whatever you have questions about! Whether it’s one big one, or several small ones – that’s OK!

Tony also requested if we could do some banners for VBS, so if you can help with those, please bring your sewing machine and supplies!

The fun thing about creative people is that we all have creative ideas, imagination, and the skill of ‘thinking outside the box’! Sometimes those things that we think are totally “not right” may be the next ‘Big Thing’! Or at least a nice little thing that we can give to someone who appreciates it!




Baby Dedication!

We had our Baby Dedication on Sunday, April 28th, and had 11 babies dedicated.   Each one received a blanket made by HD Creative members, and their families appreciated it so much! Thank you to everyone who made blankets!




April Foyer Display!

April is our month to share our love and passion for our craft. We will be displaying blankets and hats in the foyer! We have so much that we will changing the display throughout the month, so if you don’t see what you made, it may be up there later in the month! We will also be displaying ‘upcoming projects’ so others will see what we will be doing over the summer and fall.

Here’s a sampling of what is in the foyer:

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See the Gallery page for more pics!




Our next Creative Workshop is coming up on April 13th

Our next Creative Workshop is coming up on April 13th, 9:30 to 2:00!

We have 48 blankets and 35 hats – so far – I know there are some more still out there! Thank you sooo much for all your efforts! They are beautiful! I know women at Life Centers and those who will receive them at the baby dedication will appreciate them!

We are always working on ideas for new projects, and have some in progress. On our upcoming workshop, we would like your ideas – is there something you love to make? Or an organization you are wanting to make things for? Share your ideas and passions with us!

April is our month to share our love and passion for our craft. We will be displaying blankets and hats in the foyer! We have so much, that we will changing the display throughout the month, so if you don’t see what you made, it may be up there later in the month! We will also be displaying ‘upcoming projects’ so others will see what we will be doing over the summer and fall.

As always, on Saturday, please bring your lunch, and bring your projects to work on, including all your necessary supplies and equipment! If you have something you especially want to work on this session, let us know, and we will help, or bring instructions. Also if there is anything you are interested in learning, please let us know!




Blankets & Hats – again!

Here’s our second ‘batch’ of blankets & hats!

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Our next Creative Workshop on March 9th

Our next Creative Workshop is coming up on March 9th, 9:30 to 2:00! Please bring your lunch, and bring a project to work on, including all your necessary supplies and equipment!

We will be having step by step demos and instructions for the Disappearing 9 Patch.  If you are interested in making it along with us, please bring 8-12 different fat quarters, or an equivalent amount of scraps for a scrappy look.  You will also need your rotary cutter, cutting mat, and a 24″ ruler.

We are continuing to work on baby blankets and hats for Life Centers.

Remember, if you would like help, have questions, or get stuck on a project, we are available to help.




Blankets & Hats!

Here’s our first ‘batch’ of blankets & hats!

    




Our next Creative Workshop on Feb 9th

Our next Creative Workshop is coming up on Feb 9th, 9:30 to 2:00!  Please bring your lunch, and bring the project you are working on, including all your necessary supplies and equipment! We are continuing to work on baby blankets and hats for Life Centers.

There will be lessons on cutting fabric for quilting and basic color theory with demonstrations.  Books will be available to look at for both color theory and quilting.

There will be lessons on knitting / crocheting.

Remember, if you would like help, or get stuck on your project, we are available to help.




Letter From Wheeler Mission

We received a thank you letter from Colleen Gore, CWE Director:

I just wanted to take a minute to thank you for the lovely pillowcases.  They are beautiful and will be deeply appreciated by the women and children living here at the center.  Each pillowcase is so unique that I am sure whoever is lucky enough to use them feel special too.

Thanks again and God’s Blessings,

Colleen Gore

CWE Director

 




Baby Blankets & Hats

Our project for January through March is making baby blankets & hats for Life Centers.  We want to give everyone plenty of time to work on them.  You can use any pattern you would like; here are some patterns to get you started.

Sewing and Quilting Patterns:

If you’re new to quilting, you may find Quilting Basics helpful.  It includes a list of the equipment, tools, and supplies you’ll need.

Here’s a basic quilt pattern, with variations if you want to ‘play’:

Alternating Squares Baby Quilt

Baby hat patterns for knit fabric from Tie Dye Diva:

Free Baby Knot Hat Pattern and Tutorial

Free Tie-Top Beanie Pattern

Fleece baby hat patterns from Fleece Fun:

Halloween Hat Pack

Halloween Hat Pack 2
These are really cute, although they may be a little large for infants.  There are several different types of ears to use.

Knitting Patterns:

Baby Blanket for Beginners

Super Easy Baby Blanket

Ellen’s Easiest Ever Baby Blanket

Bev’s Really Basic Knit Hat

Bev’s Beginner Hat

Crochet Patterns:

Bev’s 5-Day Newborn Blankie

Shells Baby Afghan

Bev’s Colonial Mop Cap for newborns

Bev’s Easy Round Baby Hat




Psalm 90:17

    May the favor of the Lord our God rest upon us; establish the work of our hands for us - yes, establish the work of our hands.