Welcome to Brandywine Valley Quilters.....
where we cut with hope, stitch with grace, quilt with dreams, bind with laughter and share with love
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Members: WHAT ARE YOUR TRUE COLORS????
Are you working on your 2020 Challenge Quilt? Time is running out!! Click HERE for specifics!
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It's time to renew your BVQ Membership - Memberships were due June 30, 2020.
SPECIAL: 15 months for the price of 12! Scroll down OR click HERE to renew!
NEW MEMBERS WELCOME!
JUNIOR MEMBERSHIPS AVAILABLE!
As of now we are still making plans for some kind of Quilt Show! Please check back often to see our progress!
Stay tuned for new events coming in July!
Dear BVQ Members and Guests,
In light of the continued imperative for all of us to stay well and participate in running this virus out of town, given the size of our group and the directive from our local governments not to gather in large groups, it will not be possible for Neumann University to host our meetings going forward until mandates for large groups are lifted. It will take some time before large get-togethers are advisable again. Many quilt events through June and July have already been cancelled nationally. We will keep you updated on a regular basis as situations change.
Your Board is actively working on plans to be “alone” together!
We have begun using use Zoom meeting tools to be socially distant and still together as a group. We will keep you abreast of how we will set up ways for all of us to enjoy time together - Show and Share and tell stories about what we have been up to these days. Each of us want to find outlets for meaningful use of our “gift of time”...we think you likely have a story about your stay at home.
Be well, be committed to taking care of yourself, use your gift of time to sew what is meaningful to you, and join us for some fun opportunities coming your way!
In light of the continued imperative for all of us to stay well and participate in running this virus out of town, given the size of our group and the directive from our local governments not to gather in large groups, it will not be possible for Neumann University to host our meetings going forward until mandates for large groups are lifted. It will take some time before large get-togethers are advisable again. Many quilt events through June and July have already been cancelled nationally. We will keep you updated on a regular basis as situations change.
Your Board is actively working on plans to be “alone” together!
We have begun using use Zoom meeting tools to be socially distant and still together as a group. We will keep you abreast of how we will set up ways for all of us to enjoy time together - Show and Share and tell stories about what we have been up to these days. Each of us want to find outlets for meaningful use of our “gift of time”...we think you likely have a story about your stay at home.
Be well, be committed to taking care of yourself, use your gift of time to sew what is meaningful to you, and join us for some fun opportunities coming your way!
Brandywine Valley Quilters New/Renewing Member Registration is now open.
For 2020 BVQ is offering a Special 15-Month Membership from July 1, 2020 – September 30, 2021 for all new and renewing members!
ANNUAL RENEWALS ARE DUE BY JUNE 30, 2020.
Annual Dues (July 2020-Sept 2021): $40.00/adult, $10.00/junior (under age 18)
Register and pay online here OR Print and mail this form
For 2020 BVQ is offering a Special 15-Month Membership from July 1, 2020 – September 30, 2021 for all new and renewing members!
ANNUAL RENEWALS ARE DUE BY JUNE 30, 2020.
Annual Dues (July 2020-Sept 2021): $40.00/adult, $10.00/junior (under age 18)
Register and pay online here OR Print and mail this form
STAY TUNED FOR INFORMATION REGARDING "VIRTUAL MEETINGS" . WE CANNOT HOLD PHYSICAL MEETINGS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
NEW MEETING LOCATION (when we can meet "in person" again)
Why are we moving??????
Click HERE
BVQ meets on the second Tuesday of every month at 7PM** at the
Thomas A. Bruder Jr Life Center at Neumann University, One Neumann Drive, Aston, PA 19014-1298
Click HERE for directions to Neumann University - SEE NOTE BELOW!!
Click on the little yellow box in the upper left corner of the map for more information)
Click HERE for University Map
Guests and new members are welcome!
NEW!!!!! Junior Memberships !!!!!NEW
Click the box below.....
BVQ Supports QUILTS OF VALOR
Scroll down to see recipients and pictures
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Quilts in Living Color
Plans are underway for the BVQ 2020 Quilt Show. Members click HERE for QUILT SHOW NEWS - date for the first meeting has been set. ALL members are invited to come - volunteer, share your ideas, or just an evening out to hear the plans....
Click "SPOTLIGHT" above to see "Spotlight on BVQ" - our latest activities...RETREATS , Holiday Parties, New Member Teas, Quilt Challenges....
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 See what's up with these talented kids! Click the picture!
Emerging Makers
Beginning in September 2019 Click HERE for info - nominate a child, how you can help, supplies you can donate |
Click here to see the latest BVQ endeavors in Community Service, including Charity Quilt information
What do we imagine the future holds for quilting? Technology is already giving us the ability to add circuitry to our quilts using conductive thread and LED lights. Did you know that one of the NASA astronauts made a quilt block while in zero gravity on the International Space Station?
Click HERE to find out more about these fascinating concepts!
Click HERE to find out more about these fascinating concepts!
 BVQ 2018 Raffle Quilt
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Welcome to BVQ! Brandywine Valley Quilters was established in 1987 to pursue our members’ interest in quilting techniques and history, and to further our knowledge and gain experience in all aspects of the art of quilting.
We are a non-profit organization.
The purpose of our organization is:
- To bring together persons interested in quilts and quiltmaking while promoting fellowship among members
- To support and encourage the art of quiltmaking both today and historically
- To encourage members to improve their own workmanship through the sharing of each other’s knowledge, skill, and experience
- To establish and promote educational and philanthropic endeavors through quilts
Our programs feature lectures by nationally-known or local quilt makers and teachers. We are involved in numerous Community Service projects, offer scholarships, and also make and raffle a quilt at our biennial quilt show to raise funds for educational and charitable purposes. BVQ meets on the second Tuesday of every month at 7PM** at the Thomas A. Bruder Jr Life Center at Neumann University, One Neumann Drive, Aston, PA 19014-1298 starting at 7:00 PM. Block of the Month, Yearly Quilt Challenge, 50/50 and Not-So-Blind Raffles are some of the activities we may enjoy. A short break is followed by “show and tell” and the evening’s program presentation beginning at 8:00 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. so come early to check in at our Welcome table and get settled in!
*** Visitors: be sure to check our Speakers/Workshops page before coming to our meetings. Visitor fee varies with the speaker and sometimes (typically during the summer) we meet in a different location. *** A visitor may attend 3 meetings as a guest; then we hope that visitor will consider becoming a BVQ member! Depending on attendance, workshops may or may not be open to the public. This information will be indicated in the Workshop description.
*** Visitors: be sure to check our Speakers/Workshops page before coming to our meetings. Visitor fee varies with the speaker and sometimes (typically during the summer) we meet in a different location. *** A visitor may attend 3 meetings as a guest; then we hope that visitor will consider becoming a BVQ member! Depending on attendance, workshops may or may not be open to the public. This information will be indicated in the Workshop description.
Quilts of Valor
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On February 22, 2020 The Lansdowne American Post 65 presented a Quilt of Valor to Second Class Radarman John Clinton Fowler, Jr. for his outstanding service in the United States Navy from September 24th 1960 to August 1966, serving on the U.S.S. Stickell DD-888. Pictured right to left: Recipient John Clinton Fowler, Jr., Larry Smalley, Commander, Bill Jillson, Mike Bair, Tom Speers. The quilt was made by Sharon L. Olszesky. |
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This quilt was given to Commander Thomas Speers, Navy, (left) for
his service during the Vietnam War. The quilt was made by Marcia Bickley of BVQ, pictured on the right. |
Another quilt was given to his son Captain Matt Speers, Marines, for his service during the Iraq Afghanistan Conflict. The quilt was made jointly by Janice Sheehan and Heather Smalley, both BVQ members.
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On Oct 19, 2019 American Legion Post 65 presented a Quilt of Valor to 1st Class Angelo Frank Marsella for his outstanding service in the United States Navy during World War II. Including his participation during the Normandy Beach Landings on D-day June 6th, 1944. Legion Members present Bill Jillson, Richard Smalley, Mike Bair and Larry Smalley. The quilt was made by Sharon Olszewsky.
On October 12, 2019 Commander Larry Smalley and Past Legion Commander Bill Jilson presented a Quilt of Valor to Leading Aircraft Man, Gerald Cavanagh Towe for his outstanding service in the Royal Canadian Airforce during World War II. Mr. Towe is 99 years old. This quilt was made by Deb Kelly.
Quilts of Valor are needed!
Click HERE to read about BVQ's involvement in The Quilts of Valor project.....and how YOU can help!
Click HERE to see previous Quilt of Valor Recipients.
Click HERE to read about BVQ's involvement in The Quilts of Valor project.....and how YOU can help!
Click HERE to see previous Quilt of Valor Recipients.
Your Board Members for 2020 -2021 are….
Nancy Arico – President
Deb Kelly - Past President
Cindy Faulkner – 1st Vice President/Membership
Linda Miller – 2nd Vice President /Newsletter
Jeanne Phillips - Vice President/Programs
Jennifer Celeste –Secretary
Elaine O’Connell – Treasurer
Nancy Arico – President
Deb Kelly - Past President
Cindy Faulkner – 1st Vice President/Membership
Linda Miller – 2nd Vice President /Newsletter
Jeanne Phillips - Vice President/Programs
Jennifer Celeste –Secretary
Elaine O’Connell – Treasurer