I just wanted to say hi to you from the city of reno. I enjoy taking a drive out there once in a while just to see what all is happening to the growth of the city.
You might talk to some of the gals who are members of the truckee meadows quilt guild. (They have a web site with all the numbers for conacting them) Many of them are also members of small groups cottage style. They are really nice ladies, and I bet they would give you a few ideas too. You could visit the day time group as a day trip easily and who knows, maybe have time for shopping the fabric stores too. Just a suggestion ...