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[Non-VP Event] PIQF Bus Trip Offered By Florence Douglas Center

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

This is not a Vallejo Piecemakers event, but included here for interested Vallejo Piecemakers members… Please contact the FDC's Travel Desk directly for tickets at 707-643-1044. The Florence Douglas Center will be hiring a bus to go to the October 2022Pacific International Quilt Festival. Date: Thursday, October 13, 2022Departure: 8:30 AM from FDC (morning snack […]

$35

[Non-VP Event] Pacific International Quilt Festival

Santa Clara Convention Center 5001 Great America Pkwy, Santa Clara, California, United States

This is not a Vallejo Piecemakers event, but included here for interested Vallejo Piecemakers members... Please see Mancuso's website for more info: www.quiltfest.com/upcoming-shows-and-events/pacific-international-quilt-festival/Thursday, October 13     10:00 am – 5:00 pm Friday, October 14     10:00 am – 5:00 pm Saturday, October 15     10:00 am – 5:00 pm Sunday, October 16     10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Overnighter ($15) / October 2022 Third Saturday

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

In October we will have an Overnighter at the Florence Douglas Center, starting on 6 pm Friday, October 14th. This will also cost $15 and will include a one-hour mystery project.

$15
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Zoom Chat

Zoom

We haven't zoomed in a while, so if you are interested, please join the Zoom room this Saturday, October 22 at 10am. If you want to catch up with your quilting friends outside of a meeting or a class, this is the time and place to do it. See you there! Contact Kris C. if you […]

November 2022 General Membership Meeting

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

The doors to the FDC will open this Saturday at 9:00 am. Come early to get your social time before the meeting. The agenda is available to download from the Downloads and Photos page to print out and bring with you. Don't forget donations are being collected for the Christian Help Center. Please set them in […]

Kim Brownell’s “Sunrise / Sunset” Quilted Jigsaw Puzzle Technique ($25)

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

Kim Brownell, the Wacky Doodle Quilter, will be showing us her Quilted Jigsaw Puzzle Technique in the "Sunrise/Sunset" pattern. We will be making this 22" x 26” wall hanging. It is very much like piecing together a jigsaw puzzle. A raw-edge fusible applique is used leaving a negative space between each piece, making a wonderful […]

December 2022 General Membership Meeting & Holiday Party

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

Hello Piecemakers! The VPQG Board will be hosting a Holiday Luncheon after the December 3rd meeting. We will hold a brief business meeting, draw the winning ticket to the 2022 Opportunity Quilt “Blooming Brilliance”, and then adjourn for a tasty meal together and some activities and games. There will be games, door prizes, and a "make […]

January 2023 General Membership Meeting

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

Join us for the monthly General Meeting at the FDC! Come early at 9am to visit and see your buddies so that we can get started at 10am. Before the meeting, see the following people as you settle in: Fat Quarter Exchange / Evelyn - "Quilters Choice" Bring what you like for the drawing. Please remember- if you […]

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January 2023 Board Meeting

Zoom

Board Meeting for Board Members via Zoom to discuss various guild topics. Open to guild members to listen in. Please contact Mary to RSVP for the Zoom link or address if you would like to attend. If you have a topic to present to the Board, please email Mary to have it on the Agenda. […]

Kris’ “Blooming Nine Patch” Quilt Class

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

So you didn't win the 2022 Opportunity Quilt but you still want one of your own? Our January class is here to show you how. Kris will walk you through the steps to make a smaller version, measuring 56" x 68" with five fabrics. If you would like to make a larger version, just let […]

$15

February 2023 General Meeting

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

More details to come...

February 2023 Board Meeting

To Be Announced

Board Meeting for Board Members via Zoom to discuss various guild topics. Open to guild members to listen in. Members, please contact Mary to RSVP for the Zoom link or venue address if you would like to attend. If you have a topic to present to the Board, please email Mary to have it on […]

Baby Quilt Work Party

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

This is a work party to complete baby quilt top on hand for our Community Outreach. Steps include: Pressing the fabricSandwiching tops with batting and backingPinningSewing around the edges (inside out)Turning outTying with yarnTopstitchingSewing labels on

March 2023 General Meeting

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

More details to come...

March 2023 Board Business Meeting

Zoom

Board Meeting for Board Members via Zoom to discuss various guild topics. Open to guild members to listen in. Members, please contact Mary to RSVP for the Zoom link or venue address if you would like to attend. If you have a topic to present to the Board, please email Mary to have it on […]

Joan’s Sweet Pretzel Twist Quilt Class ($15)

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

This is a fun, easy to make quilt using 2-1/2" strips and a background fabric. Pull out those leftover strips! Trade strips if you want to have more variety. A jelly roll also works great. You can use as few or as many fabrics as you like. So please come and join me on March 18 […]

$15

April 2023 General Meeting

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

• Last meeting to submit your membership dues and be included in the membership roster. The membership roster will be distributed in the May meeting. • Bring your April bold and bright fat quarters to Evelyn M. • Linda C. will demo the new Block of Month program. More info in the newsletter. • See […]

Friday Bunco Setup

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

Members help setup the center the day before the Bunco Game Day. Come help us set up the tables for players, opportunity quilt, entry table, photo booth, country store (and consignment items), Basket display, quilt frames to hang quilts available for sale. Larry will deliver a light meal to keep our energy up.

Saturday Bunco Setup

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

Members help setup the center before the Bunco Games starts. Arrive at 8:30 for last minute food/drink donations, entry table set up, items for consignment to the country store, visit and get ready for our guest who will arrive at 10:30. Game starts at 11.

“Mad Hatter’s Tea Party” Bunco Fundraiser

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

Don't be late for a very important date... Please join us for a Bunco fundraiser for Vallejo Piecemakers Quilt Guild. Join us for fun, games, prizes, raffles, refreshments, and items for sale.

Zoom

April 2023 Board Business Meeting

Zoom and Garage

Board Meeting for Board Members via Zoom to discuss various guild topics. Open to guild members to listen in. Members, please contact Mary to RSVP for the Zoom link or venue address if you would like to attend. If you have a topic to present to the Board, please email Mary to add it on […]

May 2023 General Meeting

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

• The membership roster will be distributed. • Pick up your 2023 Opportunity Tickets from Michael D. if you haven't received them yet. • Bring your May floral/flower fat quarters to Evelyn M. • Linda C. will demo the new Block of the Month. • See Michael D. & Linda C. for the Monthly Fundraiser […]

Solano County Fair: Quilt Entry Pickup

McCormack Hall, Solano County Fairgrounds

Pick up your Solano County Fair quilt entries: McCormack Hall, Solano County FairgroundsMonday, June 19 - Noon to 7pm.

Jeanne’s “Paper piecing sampler” class

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

Learn different techniques for making paper pieced blocks, learn basics, connecting sections to make blocks, stained glass block, angles without tears. Class charge $15 + $10 pattern/foundation papers charge ($25 total) for members, $20 + $10 pattern/foundation papers charge ($30 total) for non-members.

Solano County Fair: Quilt Entry Delivery

McCormack Hall, Solano County Fairgrounds

Drop off your quilt entries for the Solano County Fair: McCormack Hall, Solano County FairgroundsFriday, June 2 - Noon to 7pm, or Saturday, June 3 - 10am to 2pm.

Solano County Fair: Quilt Entry Delivery

McCormack Hall, Solano County Fairgrounds

Drop off you quilt entries for the Solano County Fair at McCormack Hall, Solano County Fairgrounds:Friday, June 2 - Noon to 7pm, or Saturday, June 3 - 10am to 2pm.

June 2023 General Meeting

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

More details to come...

Solano County Fair

Solano County Fairgrounds 900 Fairgrounds Drive, Vallejo, United States

Visit the Solano County Fair website for more information... Thursday, June 15 - 4pm to 10pmFriday, June 16 - Noon to 10pmSaturday, June 17 - Noon to 10pmSunday, June 18 - Noon to 10pm

Trudy’s “Flying in Squares” Class

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

• "Flying in Squares" by happyquiltingmelissa• This quilt uses a layer cake and some background fabric to create a bed size quilt.• We will learn (for those who do not know how) the 4 at a time flying geese method.• 85" square• Cutting instructions available in April 2023 meeting.• Those who sign up and pay […]

July 2023 General Meeting

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

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Kris’ 2023 Mystery Quilt Class

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

This is a one day mystery quilt made with four fabrics, measuring 54" x 72" without any borders. This pattern does not have curves, Y-seams, appliqué, or paper piecing. It can be made in a one day session so it is not an intricate pattern. The challenge is in taking a leap in sewing without […]

August 2023 General Meeting

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

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September 2023 General Meeting

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

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September 2023 Third Saturday

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

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October 2023 General Meeting

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

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October 2023 Third Saturday

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

More details to come...

November 2023 General Meeting

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

More details to come...

November 2023 Third Saturday

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

More details to come...

December 2023 General Meeting + Holiday Party

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

Drawing for our 2023 Opportunity Quilt “Symphony of Flowers” More details to come...

January 2024 General Membership Meeting

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

= First meeting of 2024. Happy New Year!!! = New 2024 Board Members will start their term. = Membership dues ($30) to be paid at this meeting (If you will turn 80 in 2024, your dues will be $15). = Opportunity Quilt 2024 “Upcycled Radiance” ticket packets will be passed out. = Fat Quarters: Solids […]

[Non-VP Event] NCQC January “Jumpstart”

This is not a Vallejo Piecemakers event, but included here for interested Vallejo Piecemakers members… Please see NCQC’s website for info: https://ncqc.net/january-jumpstart

Marci’s “Twister Wreath/Twister Heart” Class

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

Marci S's class will teach how to use the Twister method for making either a heart or wreath. Class is $15 and requires a special template and some sewing to be done before class (see the January newsletter for details). Doors will open at 8:30, class begins at 9. Remember to bring a bag lunch […]

February 2024 General Membership Meeting

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

= Pay your membership dues ($30) at the meeting if you haven't paid your 2024 membership. (If you turn 80 in 2024, your dues will be $15).= Pick up your Opportunity Quilt 2024 “Upcycled Radiance” ticket packets if you haven't received yours.= Fat Quarters: Green fabrics.= Bring completed Bunco prizes.= Bring your recently finished quilt […]

Outreach Relay / Extravaganza

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

Our annual relay event for community outreach quilts. Come help the regular Wednesday group sew and complete the quilts. The doors of the FDC will open at 8:30 am for set up. Join us anytime until we close at 3:00 pm. There will be kits on hand. Please bring your sewing machine, various colors of […]

March 2024 General Membership Meeting

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

= Pay your membership dues ($30) at the meeting if you haven’t paid your 2024 membership. (If you will turn 80 in 2024, your dues will be $15).= Pick up your Opportunity Quilt 2024 “Upcycled Radiance” ticket packets if you haven’t received yours.= Fat Quarters: Green fabrics.= Linda will start this year's Block of the […]

“Sew Kind of Wonderful: Posh Santa and Posh Sunflower” Class

Florence Douglas Center 333 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA, United States

Stacey M. will instruct this "Sew Kind of Wonderful: Posh Santa and Posh Sunflower" quilt class using a QCR (Quarter Circle Ruler) Mini. $15 members/$20 non-members. More information to come...

[Non-VP Event] EBHQ Voices in Cloth 2024

Henry J Kaiser Center for Arts 10 10th Street, Oakland, California

This is not a Vallejo Piecemakers event, but included here for interested Vallejo Piecemakers members… Please see the EBHQ website for information: www.ebhq.org/VIC