Following Yvonne's visit to Mountain Quilters in Peachester last month, an article has appeared in the Glasshouse Country News. You can check out the paper here, and scroll through to the article on page 6.
Well said, Yvonne!
Sunshine Linus Inc. is a non profit group of volunteers who provide quilts and other comforts to those in need, living in the community of the Sunshine Coast.
Monday, December 19, 2011
Friday, December 16, 2011
Visit to Nambour Special School
Thelma and Kay represented Sunshine Linus at the Nambour Special School recently, when the school held a function to thank volunteers. They were served a delicious morning tea and presented with a Certificate of Appreciation for the quilts and weighted blankets that we have donated.
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| Thelma... |
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| ...and the certificate |
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Wednesday, 30 November, 2011
SUNSHINE LINUS VISITS MOUNTAIN QUILTERS AT PEACHESTER.
Today I represented Sunshine Linus at the Christmas party of the Mountain Quilters group who meet at Peachester. I was invited for morning tea and lunch but I didn't quite make it for morning tea as my satellite navigation for the very first time sent me on a wild goose chase. I made sure I had plenty of time to be on time, even rising early so that I could get the dinner on and sort the washing so the Prince of Darkness could get that done whilst I was away. I thought something was amiss when I went around the same block in Beerwah four times and even allowing for lack of concentration wasn't going anywhere so I pulled into the pub where I could either get directions or a drink to calm me down.
I hate being late and I was now 20 minutes late. Wouldn't you know it - new road works and since I haven't downloaded any new maps for ages onto the Satnav, this was why I was lost.
I was surprised when I found the Peachester Hall that there were so many cars there and doubly surprised when I saw the numbers of ladies present. Initially I missed the one and only man in the group. I was warmly welcomed and rushed over to a reporter from the local Glasshouse Newspaper where I was interviewed about Sunshine Linus. Sherryl Moody is the president of Mountain Quilters which boasts a membership of 52 women and 1 man and she introduced me to the members where I gave a talk about our group. I took some samples of a weighted blanket, touchy feely blanket and a box vanity bag.
They were
a very attentive and interested audience. After my talk they made a
presentation of 13 beautiful quilts and 2 quilt tops to Sunshine Linus.There were many members who came and personally spoke to me about
when we meet and wanting patterns for the blankets. I am very hopeful that some
of the ladies and Martin may come to our January meeting and I am sure you will
all make them welcome.
Mountain Quilters are a very active and welcoming group and it was a pleasure to spend the day with them. Naturally a beautiful lunch was served with true country hospitality. Make a note that their Annual Show will take place at the Peachester Hall on the 26th and 27th May. Their theme for 2012 is "Cats and Dogs" with a beautiful cats quilt up for raffle. Peachester is a gorgeous part of the Sunshine Hinterland and it would be a lovely drive up to see the work of these talented quilters.
Yvonne Atkinson
SUNSHINE LINUS VISITS MOUNTAIN QUILTERS AT PEACHESTER.
Today I represented Sunshine Linus at the Christmas party of the Mountain Quilters group who meet at Peachester. I was invited for morning tea and lunch but I didn't quite make it for morning tea as my satellite navigation for the very first time sent me on a wild goose chase. I made sure I had plenty of time to be on time, even rising early so that I could get the dinner on and sort the washing so the Prince of Darkness could get that done whilst I was away. I thought something was amiss when I went around the same block in Beerwah four times and even allowing for lack of concentration wasn't going anywhere so I pulled into the pub where I could either get directions or a drink to calm me down.
I hate being late and I was now 20 minutes late. Wouldn't you know it - new road works and since I haven't downloaded any new maps for ages onto the Satnav, this was why I was lost.
I was surprised when I found the Peachester Hall that there were so many cars there and doubly surprised when I saw the numbers of ladies present. Initially I missed the one and only man in the group. I was warmly welcomed and rushed over to a reporter from the local Glasshouse Newspaper where I was interviewed about Sunshine Linus. Sherryl Moody is the president of Mountain Quilters which boasts a membership of 52 women and 1 man and she introduced me to the members where I gave a talk about our group. I took some samples of a weighted blanket, touchy feely blanket and a box vanity bag.
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| A Touchy Feely Quilt |
Mountain Quilters are a very active and welcoming group and it was a pleasure to spend the day with them. Naturally a beautiful lunch was served with true country hospitality. Make a note that their Annual Show will take place at the Peachester Hall on the 26th and 27th May. Their theme for 2012 is "Cats and Dogs" with a beautiful cats quilt up for raffle. Peachester is a gorgeous part of the Sunshine Hinterland and it would be a lovely drive up to see the work of these talented quilters.
Yvonne Atkinson
We had our last gathering for the year on November 28th, and
it also served as our Annual General Meeting.
Our President Judie was unable to attend due to illness (thankfully,
she's on the mend now), so Treasurer Yvonne ably conducted proceedings.
The new
committee comprises:President - Judie Bellingham
Secretary - Cynthia Gray
Treasurer - Yvonne Atkinson
Blog Editor - Beverley Young
The position of Vice President remains vacant and we'd welcome anyone who'd like to take this position (don't be frightened that you'll automatically have to step up for President next time - it doesn't necessarily follow).
Many thanks to
the outgoing committee members, VP Sue and Sec Lorraine, for the great job they
have done for the past year.
After the
meeting the girls got busy sorting quilts to be given to the Gympie and
Maryborough Special Schools - 142 quilts in all will be delivered shortly along
with 1 quilt to raffle and 15 weighted blankets for each school.
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| Some of the beautiful quilts that were packed ready for distribution to the Gympie and Maryborough Special Schools |
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| Yvonne has been busy making pyjamas for the women's refuges that we support |
In addition, 7
quilts and 3 crochet rugs have been delivered to Katie Rose Cottage in Doonan
and 9 new pairs of children's pyjamas to Lions Emergency Accommodation.
WOW, what a
fabulous effort - well done everyone! |
| Judy S sorting the quilts for the Special Schools |
We won't be
meeting in December, so here's wishing a safe and happy festive season to
everyone and we'll meet again on January 30, 2012. (How can it be 2012 already???)
STOP PRESS: We are happy to announce that Anne Wells has volunteered to be the Vice President of Sunshine Linus for 2012. Welcome aboard Anne, it's great to have you with us.
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