I'm finally taking the plunge. There is a quilting guild that meets in a church by my parents' house that my mom keeps saying I should check out. They are having their 1st meeting of the year this Thursday and I'm going to go and check it out. Meeting new people (at least new grown ups) scares the snot out of me so I'm pretty nervous. So send me loads of courage please.

you will have so much fun, so happy for you

Go Girl!! GO!!! Don't be shy..walk in and start introducing yourself. These are all just quilters like all of us. Generally most quilters are warm and friendly folk...there are exceptions, but then you just steer clear of them.

You Can Do It!! (Remember Rosie the Riveter poster!!)

You'll do fine! Once you get there and start talking to a couple of people, your nerves will calm down. I think you will have a good time. Let us know how everything goes. Good luck!

You won't be sorry you went. There is always someone just as scared as you are. Just try to make a friend and it will all go much more smoothly

It will be great, you can do it. Just think of the fun you will have.

You will have a good time,

LOL, I liked how you singled out 'grown-ups' for being extra scary!

You have more courage than I do, but I know you'll have a wonderful time there!

Their first meeting of this year this week? That sounds funny. We had our weekly quilt/craft group mtg at the library today and two new ladies came in I could tell they were nervous I got up and gave them my seat and moved on down and introduced all around me to them. They both brought things they were working on one heart pillows for the hospital and the other one was crocheting hats for new babies in punkin colors with green ties on top, adorable. This was our monthly eating out day and had to beg them to come with us. When we walked into Cracker Barrel and said seating for 16 the young gal gulped and said 16, ok will be right back. We had two tables 10 at one and 6 the other. They had a ball and will be back with some more things they do also. So smile and jump right in, bring something you are working on helps.
3 years ago I was one of them.

Just imagine that these people are just like the rest of us QBers and you'll do just fine. Walk in with a smile and expect good things, then good things will come your way.

Don't be afraid, quilters are the greatest and guilds are almost always fun.

They all started somewhere to and most quilters are more than willing to help you get acquainted. If you can't tell from being on this board a couple years, quilters are chatty kathys and will talk your leg off if given a chance, lol.

Enjoy and keep going...it might be "stiff" at first but you'll warm up quickly.

You might also find out about "side groups" that meet weekly that fit more to your age / likes within the guild itself.

Big bag of courage coming your way. You will have the time of your life.

Smile, that makes you more approachable to them. I like to pretend I am Oprah when I go somewhere knew. If I am not "Me" I can't be nervous. Oprah would not be nervous, you know. Ha!
Smile and go to have fun. Something in the purse to pull out and show if appropriate. I went to a quilt group last year and felt a bit stiff about it. Lots of folks made the effort to speak to me. Depending on large the group as to if they know you are a visitor/new to the group.
Smiling makes a lot of things better. Go with a happy heart and have a wonderful time!!!! Tell us how it went! Prayers......for a happy time!!

Their QUILTER's...arent' we all friendly. I go to sewing classes by mytself at a LQS, knowing no one and I've never had a bad experience...Everyone helpful and we're usually all in the same boat.

you'll be fine. You might not be comfortable the FIRST time and others may not recognize that, so be sure to GO BACK a second time. You have much to offer and new friends to make!

I felt that way about our library quilt group who have 20 years on me and I am 63. They made me feel so welcome and am so glad I joined. These would have been people that I would have cheated myself in not knowing. GO and have a great time!!!

You will do fine just pretend that its the people on this board that your talking to. I found out 2 of my neighbors quilt - never knew that, and one of them goes to a local guild so I will start going to our guild next Monday morning.

Go it will be fun.

Remember as a 'child' Show and Tell take something even if just to sit beside you; I'm sure some one will come to see and hear!! Big cup of courage on the way

You can do it! You will be glad you did!!!!

Most quilters I know are friendly. Just hold your head up and smile and say hello to the first person you see. You'll do fine. I know it's scary. I'm the same way as you and I have to force myself to do things that are out of my comfort zone. If I listened to my innerself, I'd never leave the house.

Go there smiling and enjoy it!

Now that's my bag of courage! You'll be fine, and hope you enjoy it!

wish I had a quilting guild nearby to go to - have a wonderful time meeting new friends!!

I went to a quilting group with my mom when I was in my teens. I thought those ladies would tell me I was too young and to get "lost". They didn't! They were super nice and to this day one of the ladies still compliments me on how I did. She said she's never seen such small stitches as mine (I thought they were huge!) She said she always checked after I left to make sure they all went through. Anyway you'll have fun even if you just listen.

Have a great time. Bring something to show. YOur with quilters - the're the best.

Have fun- arrive a little early so you can meet some before the meeting.

I was scared to go to my first guild meeting, everyone knew each other for years and I thought I would never fit in. The women were very warm and welcoming to me, and with their help I found my way. You will be fine. The guild wants new people. You will be welcomed in, and enjoy yourself. It will only be hard the first time. You can do it.

Go for it...you will more than likely have a wonderful time! Meeting new people is scarry but you may just finds some Great new friends!!!!!

Oh you will have a ball! Relax, be yourself and HAVE FUN!!! Let us know how you liked it. :)

Have a lovely time-let us know how it goes. (I know how you feel)

Just remember how lucky the folks at the guild are to meet you! Relax and enjoy!

Have a great time.

It will be fun! Enjoy!

Go for it! U might be surprised!!!

I understand how frightening it is to go someplace full of strangers. You can do it! Just take calming breaths and realize they aren't all staring at you, nor watching you. Most of them will be happily talking to friends and looking at quilts, make sure you tell someone you are new and came alone. I hope you enjoy it enough to go back next month!

Kat

Go, it is great to be around others who like to do what you do.

Go for it! We know you can do it and will enjoy it too :)

Sending you three bags full. You will be glad you did it.

Go and ENJOY yourself!