August 2024 – Helios Stitches & Stuff

I don’t know about you, but I have projects that just do not fit correctly. This meeting was spent fine tuning projects which needed fitting help. Loesje S and Deb W worked together to fit these items, all the while educating the rest of us with how-to tips and tricks. They used safety pins and…

Our member Laura taught us all about knits. She showed us videos of how specific types of knits are made, discussed how best to use each kind of knit, and even let us pet a bunch of knits from her stash. Show & Tell

We woke up to light snow and cold temps. Text messages flew between board members…should we hold the meeting or cancel? Decisions were made…it was a go. 18 of us braved the weather and joined together for a Christmas brunch. The meal was lovely. Egg casserole, sausage, pastries, fruit, warm coffee and juices made for…

We pulled out the stops on gorgeous place settings – from simple to fancy – and sipped three different teas to learn about the flavors.

Our fellow member Carmela walked us through the myriad interfacings available on the market and explained when to use which.

Have you ever been to the fair and looked at the many sewing entries and wondered to yourself about entering one of your creations? Many of us have been there. SO – We learned how to enter the Linn County fair and the Iowa State Fair. Below are the steps on how to enter your…