About Us

Guild History

Expanding Knowledge

On a cold February night in 1983, Sandy Kuss gathered a group of 10 women at her house to see if there would be any interest in forming a quilting guild. After many questions about what a guild was, the ladies were off and running.

The first organized meeting of the guild was May 5, 1983 at the Yarn Box. As of May 9, there were 26 charter (paid) members. The guild was named Foothills Piecemakers Quilting Guild during this meeting. Within one month, a newsletter named “The Piecemaker” was published. By the October, 1983 meeting, several landmarks had been reached. The constitution and by-laws had been written. The Guild had also become incorporated as a non-profit organization.

In 1985, we presented our first quilt show located at the Roper Mountain Science Center. This was followed by a show in 1986. The next quilt show was held at the YMCA in 1990, with a fourth show the following year at Flour Daniel Center One. Currently, we present a quilt show on even numbered years.

In addition to presenting quilt shows, our guild provides educational programs at most guild meetings. Lectures and workshops from a variety of locally and nationally known artists and teachers are available to guild members. Other guild committees provide additional creative experiences and opportunities for growth, fun and philanthropy. Our membership is typically over 80 members. As we continue

to grow, we hope to attract more people to quilting, as well as encourage their quilt making skills. The Foothills Piecemakers Quilting Guild seeks to provide:

INSPIRATION– through the talents of our guild members for growth and self-expression.

DICHOTOMY– by exploring the differences as members create their personal works of art.

NEW HORIZONS– by encouraging members to stretch their imagination and learn new skills.

Charter Members

Nancy Bridges Carolyn Jones

Elaine Langley

Doris Latta

Marianna Simmons

Diane Shults Sue Moore

Lillian Jenkins

Kitty Riddle Claudia Hembree

Frances Morrow

Anne Winans