January Newsletter

Shonnie's First Gig (New Board/Old Board Mtg)

President's Message:

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

I hope that everyone had a wonderful Holiday!

At this time, I would like to thank our 2015 board members for a fantastic year!

I am looking forward to the upcoming year! The Board and I have some exciting classes lined up. On January 16, 2016, we have Gail Jenson teaching a darling painted mixed media “Create” box.  On February 20, 2016, we have Jan Christensen teaching a necklace class done with alcohol paint on special paper. On March 19, 2016, Betty Van Pelt will be teaching a project to be announced. Also, we have a seminar with Karen Hubbard on October 14^th & 15^th.

My board and I are enthusiastic for a wonderful year.  Please join us on this Adventure!

Also, at this time I would like to express extreme sorrow at the passing of Lynda Van Wagoner, a long time Guild member and Friend.  We’ll Miss you!

Shonnie Whitney

President

In Memory: Lynda Van Wagoner

It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of Lynda Van Wagoner.  She was a long time member of our Guild, painting buddy and friend.  She loved to go to retreat every June.  At retreat, you could find her sleeping on the couch in the basement at JoLyn Johnson's cabin.  She was always ready for any adventure; be it traveling, painting, card making or any combination of those.  She would always say, "What time will you pick me up?  I'll be ready!"  Lynda was a gorgeous painter and a wonderful friend.  I know that I will miss her terribly.  Her daughter, Suzi Smith, said that she will  hold a celebration of Lynda's life at a later date.  When I have more details, I'll announce it.
Shonnie Whitney


What's Happening:

January 16th:  Gail Jenson will be teaching the "Create" metal box design.  We signed up to paint the piece and patterns were handed out at the Christmas luncheon.  If you have it ready to go before the class starts, you probably will go home with a finished box.  Box and pattern are $31.03.


Well, its a brand New Year, and we should all gear ourselves up for new adventures in painting and creating.  Shonnie has been busy lining up teachers and projects. A quick line up for the remainder of the year (sounds really fun):

February 20: Painted Jewelry by Jan Christensen (kits $5.00 each)
March 19: 4 Seasons Light by Betty Van Pelt
April 23 (note date): (Project to be announced, but it will be great)
May 21:  Lisa Peck (something great I'm sure)
June: RETREAT
July: VACATION TIME (just finish all those projects not completed)
August: Opening Social
September  17:  Fall or Thanksgiving theme by Glenna Nielsen
October 14-15:  Karen Hubbard Seminar
November 19:  Portrait Santa or Joyce Howard Tryptych by Hazel Rimmasch

In Memory of our dear friend Lynda Van Wagoner:

Oct. 6, 1940 ~ Dec. 22,2015
Lynda was born Oct 6, 1940 to Louis and Mamie Latronico in Pueblo, Co. She spent her childhood in Provo, Utah and graduated from BYU with a bachelor's degree in nursing and later from Washington State earning a master's degree. She worked as an RN for many years, then became a medical librarian working at Holy Cross Hospital and then Shriner's Hospital. When she retired she spent her time working on her painting, jewelry making and crafting and traveling all over the world. She will also be missed for her traditional Christmas punch!
Her legacy will live on through her artwork and her great love for her friends and family. We all feel fortunate to have had Lynda and her love and compassion in our lives. Her love was unconditional to those close to her and she held that relationship for her lifetime. Lynda was most proud of her only child Suzi Smith and her husband Brandon Smith, her grandson Michael Van Wagoner and his wife Emily. She is also survived by her sister Susan Ridley and her husband Jerry, and dearest friend Claudia, and many other loving friends. She was preceded in death by a grandson Ryan, and her parents. Soar over the rainbow, Lynda, til we meet again.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Published in Salt Lake Tribune on Jan. 3, 2016

 

December Newletter

Presidents Message

This is the last president's message from me. Thank you all for all the support. You make the job much easier.You are a great group and I always look forward to meetings to see everyone. I hope everyone is staying healthy and warm. I cannot believe it is December already and I need to be ready for Christmas. I will be scrambling. 

December 5th at noon - Christmas Luncheon and ornament exchange

If you are willing to teach please let Shonnie know.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. I wish you all health and happiness in the New Year.

Love you all,

Betty

 December Luncheon at the Lion House

{Don't Forget Your Ornament ($10.00 or under)}

December 5 - Christmas luncheon and ornament exchange.  

Cost:  $25.00
Time: 12:00 noon (don't be late) 

Due to a substantial increase in the costs of the Lion House, we will not be getting favors, instead the chapter will cover the price increase.   However, everyone must pay before a reservation will be made for you, we cannot afford to cover a no-show.   Please make your payments to the chapter by November 21.   I can't wait to see which ornaments are the hit this year!   

Membership

Just a reminder that dues for 2016 annual membership should be paid this month.  We really get a lot out of our membership in the chapter.  Painters are such friendly people.

Don't know about everyone else, but I can't believe I'm posting the last newsletter fo 2015.  This year has really gone quickly. 

 I thought it might be fun to see the variety of projects that were taught this year.

Future Happenings:
January 16th - Gail will be teaching a fun mixed media box which will be available for viewing at the luncheon.The box and pattern are $36.50. Pattern $8.  There will be a sign up at the luncheon.

February 13th - Betty V will be teaching - design yet to be decided on.

October 14-15 (need to double check the days) - Friday and Saturday - Karen Hubbard. Pieces to be determined. Will be two one day pieces.

November Newsletter

President's message

Hi all,

Welcome fall. I love the colors this time of year and the cooler temperatures.  Thanks to all who came out last month for the UFO.   And a big thanks to those who supplied lunch. It was a nice day visiting and trying to get something completed. At least for me it was an attempt, not a success. I did get further along though.  Remember to respond to the email ballot if you have not already done so.

I'm looking forward to the Candy Cane and Holly project Betty Roberts is teaching.  If you would like to paint the piece please let me know ASAP and I'll get the prep instructions to you. The pattern fits on an 8.5X11 inch paper so the surface you bring will need to be close to that.  Please join us with your own project if you are not going to paint the candy canes and holly.  

Just a reminder: PAYMENT of $25 for the Christmas lunch at the Lion House is due by November 21.  Places will NOT be reserved without payment.  Christmas luncheon and ornament exchange at the Lion House will be on December 5.   Due to pricing changes there will be no favors this year. We will still have the ornament exchange.  It is always a lot of fun. I hope everyone can join us.  This will be our last year at the Lion House. (another reminder: Payment due by November 21)  Reservations for you will not be made without payment!

My messages are getting shorter as my time as president gets closer to the end. Thank you for all the support through the year. You are a great group of women.

Hope to see you all on November 21.

Betty

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

New Officers for 2016:  

Voting will be by email, since there were not enough members at the October meeting to vote on the slate of officers.  Please send your votes to Betty V (betty84094@gmail.com).     The slate for the 2016 officers:

President: Shonnie Whitney

Past President/Retreat Chair:  Betty Van Pelt

VP/President elect:  Judy Graham

Secretary: Lisa Peck

Historian: Gail Jensen

Treasurer: Jolene Cooley

Treasurer Elect/Treasurer: Loretta Tatum

Newsletter: Glenna Nielsen-Grimm

November Meeting

Candy Cane Basket taught by Betty Roberts

November 21, 2015 at Glenna's Studio (5145 South 2100 East, Holladay)

Betty Roberts is teaching a fun/pretty Candy Cane and Holly design.  If you are painting the project and need a pattern, contact Betty Van Pelt. $8 for pattern.  This is a chance for all of us to go through our wood supplies and paint a Christmas/Winter treasure to keep or give as a gift.

 December Luncheon at the Lion House

Payment due by November 21.

December 5 - Christmas luncheon and ornament exchange.  

Cost:  $25.00
Time: 12:00 noon (don't be late) 

Due to a substantial increase in the costs of the Lion House, we will not be getting favors, instead the chapter will cover the price increase.   However, everyone must pay before a reservation will be made for you, we cannot afford to cover a no-show.   Please make your payments to the chapter by November 21.   I can't wait to see which ornaments are the hit this year!   

Membership

Just a reminder that dues for 2016 annual membership should be paid this month.  We really get a lot out of our membership in the chapter.  Painters are such friendly people.

Don't know about everyone else, but I can't believe I'm posting the November Newsletter already!!!  I also missed the October meeting, so I don't have any pictures of the meeting.  Hope to see you all on the 21st.  I thought it might be fun to see the variety of projects that were taught this year.

October Newsletter

President's Message

Hi all,

Thank you Kay for teaching the fabulous Christmas bucket you designed. Great design and lots of fun.

I hope everyone is enjoying the cooler nights and the great fall colors in the mountains.

Please remember this month we are meeting early.

Oct 10th - UFO Bring an unfinished object (UFO) or something new to paint or just come to visit.

We will be voting this month. Please attend at least the business portion to vote. Nominees are listed in the newsletter.

VP/President elect is still open. Those not present have been voted in to fill open positions in previous elections. ;-)

November 21 - Candy canes and Holly taught by Betty R. $8.00 pattern only. If you would like a basket please contact Betty V for information. There were no sign-ups for baskets at the previous meeting so the guild will not be placing the order but I can provide the information to you.

Dec 5 - Christmas luncheon and ornament exchange at the Lion House. $25. Please sign-up by the November 21 meeting at the latest.

Thank you all for all your support. It is much appreciated.

See you on the 10th.

Betty V

Announcements:  October Meeting will be a UFO, and more importantly, we will be voting on next years leadership positions.  President Elect is still open.  Just remember, its not that hard since you have such great support. These are the positions that are being nominated for the election: 
President: Shonnie Whitney 
Vice President/Pres. Elect:  OPEN
Past President: Betty Van Pelt
Secretary: Lisa Peck
Treasurer: Loretta Tatum
Assistant Treasurer: Jolene Cooley
Historian: Gail Jenson
Newsletter Editers: Glenna Nielsen-Grimm, Hazel Rimmash

Recipe Guru: Marily Healy

September Meeting:  We had a great day with Kay.  What fun it was for everyone, and the buckets were awesome.  Our lunch was totally delicious.  We had great weather, and it was fun to be back painting together again.  Fall is in the air.

October Meeting: October 10, 2015 (Please note the date change).  We will be painting UFO's (Unfinished Objects), so go to that pile of unfinished projects and bring one to paint Saturday, October 10.  What a fun way to see what everyone has been working on, and I can't imagine a better time to paint--friends, food, laughs!  We have it all at the chapter meeting.


November Project:  Candy Cane Basket, taught by Betty Roberts.  November 21, 2015.
Betty is teaching a fun/pretty candy cane and holly basket. The basket has woven sides and is an 11 inch oval. The cost is $34 for basket and pattern or $8 for pattern only.   Baskets will need to be ordered on your own now, get the information from Betty V.



December Luncheon at the Lion House: December 5, cost is $25.00.  More information next month.
See you all October 10th.  Bring your UFO's and lets celebrate FALL.

 

 

 September Newsletter

 

 Message from the President

Hi all,

 

Thanks you everyone who donated and/or helped with the yard sale. I think there are still donations to be made. Thanks especially to Lisa and Doyle Peck for the use of their home and all the donations of items.The yard sale was more successful than I thought it would be. I think we raised close to $700. Half will go the YWCA for the battered women's shelter and half to the guild.

It was a fun day. The opening social followed the yard sale. It was very nice to see everyone and it was a fun time.

 

 

I hope everyone has enjoyed their summer. I can't believe summer is over and school has started.  I did get back to NJ to see my sister and get to the ocean. The Jersey shore is one of my happy places and helped it feel like actually summer happened. The good side of summer being over is the painting meetings start again and we all get back together.

I look forward to seeing you all at the September meeting.

 

Betty Van Pelt

President

 

Announcements

• All funds for retreat have not been collected. If you still owe please be sure to pay at the September meeting.
• Its time to think about volunteering for a position in the Chapter leadership.  Positions are open for next year. It will be a main item of business at the September meeting, voting in October.
• Membership renewal is due in October for 2016--its still just $20.00 a year.  Best deal around.
• October 14-17 Baba Yaga seminar at Glenna's Studio--sponsored by June Skollingsberg

 Upcoming Events

 

Sept 19th - Kay is teaching a wonderful winter/Christmas bucket. Kay did a fabulous job with the design. There are a variety of techniques and decorations including spoon angel, gold leaf (window on church), candy cane (straws) on gingerbread house, and many more. 

 

$15 for pattern and all the items to put on the bucket.

You are responsible for the bucket (Kay got hers at Home Depot) or call Betty V for a can.

If you want to make the adorable bucket let Betty V know ASAP.

You need to pick the angelic angel (blond) or devilish angel (red head).

 

 

Oct 10 the will be a UFO. Time to dust off something not completed or just come and visit.  I don't know about you, but I have lots of projects to finish, its just deciding which one to finish!

 

Nov 21 Betty R is teaching a fun/pretty candy cane and holly basket. The basket has woven sides and is an 11 inch oval. The cost is $34 for basket and pattern or $8 for pattern only. If  you want a basket please sign up at the September meeting. If you won't be at the meeting but would like a basket please let Betty V know by Sept 19th so the baskets can be ordered and available at the October meeting.

 

Dec 5 - Holiday Lunch at the Lion House. More details in the next newsletter.

 

 

August Newsletter

Message from the President

I hope everyone is having a wonderful summer. I can't believe it is time for the August newsletter. I'm still working on projects around the house that were supposed to be done in the Spring. I didn't hit that target.

Thank you JoLynn for the use of the family cabin for another wonderful retreat. Thanks to Lisa for the all the hard work to get it organized. Thanks to JoLynn and Pat for the delicious food. Thanks to the board for all their help and to all who taught for all the work. Thank you to all for helping with food and cleaning and everything else that came up.  It was another fun retreat. You are a great group of friends. It will be a hard act for me to follow.

More details for upcoming events will follow but here are the dates.

August 15- Fall Social:  Yard Sale and Luncheon at Lisa's House 

September 19 - Christmas bucket - taught by Kay, we will have the painted sample at the opening social.

Oct 10 - UFO - Sherry Nelson seminar was canceled, unfortunately

Oct 14 - 17 Baba Yaga seminar at Glenna's studio - sponsored by June Skollingsberg

Nov 21 - Candy canes and Holly - taught by Betty R

Dec 5 - Luncheon and ornament exchange at the Lion House

Looking forward to seeing everyone soon.

Betty V

Upcoming Events 

Fall Opening Social

What:  Fall Opening Social Craft Yard Sale and Luncheon

When:  August 15, 2015 

Time:  Yard Sale 8:00-11:00am,  Luncheon 11:30 -1:30

Where:  Lisa Peck's House  939 East Old English Road, Draper, Utah 84020

Lisa's Phone number: 801-501-0234

RSVP:  Betty Van Pelt (betty84094@gmail.com)

The Yard Sale will benefit the YMCA Battered Women's Shelter and the Guild

The Luncheon will be catered by Cafe Rio, with our own special additions.

We will have lots of fun, and once again we will have our Margarita Cups and drink made special for us.  Please RSVP to Betty V for the event.

Lisa and Betty will need help setting up for the Yard Sale on Friday night, 7:00-10:00pm, August 14 to unpack the palette of donated objects and to put prices on everything.  If you want to donate to the Yard Sale, you should plan to bring your donated items that evening. 

Past Events 

June Retreat

June Retreat was so much fun.  We want to thank Jolynn for the use of her Cabin.  The view was spectacular, and the weather couldn't have been better.  Lisa planned a wonderful variety of projects, and we all left with them almost completed.  Thanks Lisa for a great painting retreat!  AND as always, the food was spectacular thanks to Betty, Pat and Jolynn.  I think we all came away a few extra pounds heavier, but much lighter in spirit and ready for the summer.  Bunnies, rabbits and spring time projects were everywhere.

Our theme for Retreat next year will be "Travel".  Be thinking about the classes you would like to take and would like to teach, and share your ideas with Betty V.

See you all at the Luncheon.

Glenna Nielsen-Grimm