Sunshine Linus’ final meeting for 2019 was a busy one with
lots happening! The day began with the usual sorting and distribution activities.
The formal part of the meeting included a number of guest speakers. Linda
introduced Nicole from Selangor Private Hospital, Nambour. Nicole thanked the
Sunshine Linus members for the donation of body quilts (complete with pocket
at the bottom). They are ideal for patients waiting for dialysis in the renal
unit.
Michelle from the Sunshine Coast University Hospital thanked
Sunshine Linus for the many items donated during the year. Jeff from Wishlist
presented Susan with gift vouchers to purchase much needed supplies.
During ‘Show and Tell’ Susan showed a very colorful piece
of knitting that morphed its way through several incarnations before it finally
settled on becoming a child’s vest!
Sharon showed one of the neo-natal quilts made by the Coolum
Quilters. They measure 24" x 28" if anyone is interested in
making more of these very cute, mini quilts.
Lyn showed a delightful caravan quilt made from donated
blocks.
Kaye showed a number of quilts and rugs donated by the
Warwick Quilters and Knitters.
Kaye also showed this very modern, pieced quilt and plans to
demonstrate curved piecing next year during one of the scheduled workshops.
Anne showed four beautiful quilts and explained that ‘this
is what you do when you go away in your caravan!’
Glorianne showed this quirky cactus quilt that was made
using the quilt-as-you-go technique.
Glorianne also showed a delightful cot quilt called ‘Sheep
Shape’ that incorporated a number of 3 dimensional bits and pieces and lots of
quilting!
Beanie showed an original ‘touchy feely’ rug made from left
over knitted and crocheted squares and 'doodads'.
Chris has been keeping herself occupied crocheting these
gorgeous butterflies and flowers to add to the ‘touchy feely’ items. She has
also managed to make a couple of blockenspeils!
Loretta and Tina showed their creative talents with these
four exquisite dolls with beautiful embroidered faces!
Jenny showed her inventiveness by making these ‘light’
covers for the Glass House Aged Care Facility. The idea is that they cover the
metal light bollards and protect the residents from burning themselves if they
touch the lights.
Loraine models the light covers.
Claire has been busy making her ‘weighted’ soft toys again.
She showed these two handsome fellows, both destined for NDIS patients.
Claire also showed a very clever picture-window quilt and a
fishing themed quilt both made for Regis Kuluin Aged Care….
…and a charming interactive quilt based on the story, ‘What
the Ladybird Heard’. It will be enjoyed
by the students at Nambour Special School.
We were treated to two very special poetry readings at
today’s meeting. The first poem was written and read by Linda and titled ‘The
Touchy Feely Tragic Poem’.
One day I went to
a large girls’ meeting
No….that’s not to
do with their seating.
No, there were so
many there,
Showing off their
work so fair.
There was crochet
and some knitting,
I thought mine
could be quite fitting.
Perhaps I could
learn to crochet too,
Time to start on
something new.
Went to classes
all agog,
Soon had teacher
in a fog.
She tried to show
me chains and doubles,
Then to add to all
her troubles,
I slipped me drop
stitch and so’
She told me, “Best
you go!”
Aw… back to Linus
just to see,
If there was
something there for me.
What about
patchwork, they do it with such ease?
And I thought,
“This’ll be a breeze!”
They told me,
“Here’s a job for you”.
“Cut these six
square in two.”
“Have you got a ¼
foot?” asked Kaye.
“No I take a size
9 to my dismay”.
I measured once
and cut it twice,
And though they
did it oh so nice,
They said I really
wasn’t able,
And showed me the
Touchy/Feely table.
I can tell you
I’ve found my heaven,
You can cut 9 on
this side and on the other 7.
No-one worries if
seams about face,
Just cover it with
a bit of lace.
Add a zipper, some
Velcro magic,
That’s how I
became a Touchy/Feely tragic!
Show and Tell concluded with Lyn reading the Banjo Patterson
poem: ‘Dowager’.
After ‘Show and Tell’ there was a pack-up and tidy-up
session followed by everyone helping to set up for the Christmas lunch.
Of course the tables looked stunning and the food delicious.
Kaye kept the gathering entertained with the ‘Lucky Door’
raffle, the prizes seemed endless!
Jan made everyone put on their thinking caps
with her ‘Name the Flower’ quiz. Carole and Glorianne had everyone shrieking
with laughter during the ‘Paper Plate Game’. Thanks to everyone for your efforts organizing the Christmas party, it was a great way to end the year!
If you haven't worked it out, this is a gift-boxed sewing machine sitting under the Christmas tree!
A few reminders….
- The 2020 calendar is now available on the blog.
- The membership fee for next year will remain at $10.
- Membership can be paid online (if you so desire), but you will still need to complete a membership form and bring this to the meeting.
- Sunshine Linus first meeting for 2020 will be on Monday 20th January.
Hope everyone has a safe and happy Christmas season! See you
next year!
