THE QUILT MAKER'S GIFT

BY: JEFF BRUMBEAU

TABLE DECORATORS: JOANNE IRONS AND LYNNE MCCRUDDEN

"...the quiltmaker kept her word and started making a special quilt for the king. With each gift that he gave, she added another piece to his quilt."

Lynne McCrudden and Joanne Irons chose this book because of its special meaning to them both. Joanne's mother left behind this beautiful vintage handstitched quilt which was part of her collection and was a wonderful supporter of her hometown library in Wilton, CT. Dolores, Joanne's mom, was often seen at the Wilton Library fundraisers buying up auction items to support them. So, it is perfect that one of her quilts shows up in Pagosa Springs to support the expansion of the Ruby Sisson Memorial Library.

Lynne McCrudden, heads up the Quilt Ministry at St. Patrick's Episcopal Church. Since 2005, the quiltmakers at the church have made and given away over 1236 quilts to those in need of prayer and support all over the world. It was only fitting that Lynne and Joanne joined together to make this table represent the book The Quiltmakers Gift by Jeff Brumbeau and Gail de Marcken.

Lynne McCrudden and Joanne Irons are supporting the Ruby Sisson Memorial Library expansion because they support the library's vision "Mountains of opportunity to inspire ideas, enrich lives and create community". There are so many diverse activities and learning tools to make it possible to serve all who live, work and visit Pagosa Springs. The expansion is much needed for the Library's growth.