I would not go again,certainly not to pay dues and then find out that this group isn't for you.Theres one for you somewhere

find another quilt meeting.....no one should be treated like that,their loss,think of all what they could have learned from you about "doll making"....they were very rude.

Our guild meets weekly and one season, for one week each month, upon entering, we were met at the door and given a table number.

For that week's meeting, we had to sit at that given table and it was wonderful. We sat and conversed with other members rather than our regulars.

It was a great way of meeting the other members and we soon realized that there were a lot of friends in the guild and lots of help available.

MaryJane

A few years ago I was invited to attend an evening that was supposedly for potential new members. I am sorry to say that was a very disappointing event. The person who had invited me (a member for several years) wasn't able to attend at the last minute, which I should have taken for a sign to stay home. But since I have gone other places alone and ending up meeting new people and having a good time I went alone. But those people were some of the nastiest and rudest people I have encountered, I left after about 15 minutes when I wasn't even allowed to sit in any one of several empty chairs, amazing how they were all being saved!!

I figure it's their loss, I have been quilting and sewing for several years, I have given advice freely and taught classes. It's not like I'm a newbie looking for free guidance instead of paying for a class. But those guild members will never have the benefit of my presence because they were so rude. NO WONDER THEY HAVE AN ANNUAL MEETING TO GET NEW MEMBERS!! If I belonged there I would drop out after seeing how they treat potential members. Also after their treatment I don't think I want to go to another guilds meeting.

Thanks for letting me sound off.

Longarm

I have never joined a guild bt have attended events that showcased their work. What exactly does one do at the meetings? One cannot quilt without a hoop or rack, so does one do hand piecing? Do you bring your sewing machine to work on tops? That is a mystery that I have no knowledge of. Would apprreciate some inside info. Thanks.

I understand your feelings completely as I had the same reaction when I went to one of our local guilds, I never joined but since then I have met quite a few of the members & they also state that it is a very clicky guild. Don't need that because I am there for the quilting

I had the same experience and it seemed like all they wanted to talk about was who was going to bring the snack for the next meeting. I think if they served drinks that would be just fine. Most of us are over weight and dont need an extra meal. I tried four different Guilds and found three of them to be like the one you attended. The fourth was an alright group but just to far to drive during the winter months.

You bet it has happened to me ,no I didn't join its sad people treat people that way. Maybe its because you are a quilter to them. As long as you have someone to go with it might not be that way all the time. Good luck

Me too! Joined a guild at a fabric store, and the only reason they even lowered themselves to tolerate the group, is the guild HAD to make quilts for the store to display! And they were not returned. Only one person even spoke to me there, and she was insisting I "give" her my broken machine. No surprise the store went out of business, but leaves me with only Joann's to buy fabric. :-(

I have wanted to check out the local guild here. I thought the ladies were a bit standoffish at their table at the yearly quilt show so I have been hesitant to join. This topic has convinced me to stay away. If they were unfriendly at the quilt show, I cannot imagine how unfriendly they might be if I actually attend their meetings.