G’day all,
Well,
I thought you might be sick of me telling you how good the weekend in Canberra
is going to be so how about you hear it from someone else.
Last
year was my first AHQ weekend and I’m still talking about what fun it was.
After making the quilts and laundry bags for a year and half, and seeing the
weekend cancelled twice during that time because of COVID, I finally got to put
faces to the names I’d seen on the blogspot against their quilts. Old friends caught up and new friends were
made over the weekend. Lots of fun and interesting visits and activities were
organised to keep everyone busy and the Dinner on the Saturday night was
amazing. The quilts on display really added to the atmosphere and the MC and
auction kept everyone in stitches. If you’re thinking about going along this
year, don’t hesitate – it’s sure to be a blast!
Sue-Ellen
This beautiful quilt made by Ellen
and Joan will be one of our raffle prizes this year. You will have to make sure you grab some
tickets.
Priority Requests
Big
thanks to those who have taken on some of our priority requests in recent
weeks. Much appreciated. This week requests number 1 to 2 inclusive are quilts
and bags for members serving on overseas deployments. These recipients will all
be deployed for Christmas so I would love to get all their quilts underway as
soon as possible. If you can help out, please send an email.
Here is the request list for this week. Happy hunting. I hope you can find something that tickles your fancy.
POST BY DATE
The post by date for all Requests on this list is 25 September 2023 please,
or earlier if you can manage this. If
you cannot make that date, please let me know. Do reach out if you have any
timing issues and we’ll resolve one way or the other. In fact, if you are going
to be late posting it please let me know BEFORE you post it. Also, if this time frame is too tight for
you, there are options, just email me to discuss, thank you.
Request Information
When selecting a request, remember, you do not have to include everything they have asked for. Footy quilts do not need to have the logo or even the team’s name. Using the team colours is all that is required. Simple is perfectly acceptable. A number of these requests have given you favourite colours as well as footy teams or other hobbies and interests. It is fine to make a quilt using their favourite colours but please include at least one of their interests. It is fine to keep it simple.
If there is more than one request on this list that you would be happy to do I suggest that you send me a list of requests and tell me how many you want to be allocated….i.e. one of the following please…. There are always a few requests that everyone wants to do (and I can never pick them) so if the first one you ask for is taken then I can allocate another from your list if I have a list.
Any queries you might have, please don’t hesitate to contact via the AHQ email as per usual with any queries and we will assist you from there. We may not know the answer, but it will be our pleasure to research and get back to you.
A reminder, when you are ready to post the quilt or laundry bag you’ve created, please use the PMKEYS number given you in any correspondence with the admin team. This helps the volunteer admin team keep a track of what’s been sent etc. The PMKEYS number is included in the address details we supply for your recipient e.g. the 7-digit number in bold below.
CPL Wanda Quilt 8765432
TG 3456
AFPO XX
ADF
Sydney NSW 2890
Also, please use the Aussie Heroes PO Box address on your parcel in the event the parcel is Returned to Sender - the PO Box is a safe place in the event of any mishaps with postage.
Aussie Hero Quilts (and Laundry Bags)
PO Box 248,
Cherrybrook, NSW 2126
Don’t forget to take a photo of your completed quilt or laundry bag to email to AHQ with the name and PMKEYS of the recipient and we can include in the Weekly Dispatches blog and add to the tally of quilts and laundry bags sent off to the troops. I personally love viewing the photos of those projects dispatched – so inspiring.
If you are using a AHQ supplied prepaid satchel please kindly use the AHQ address for the return address– also for your own packaging – if a parcel is Returned to Sender it is likely we can expedite its journey to the recipient from Sydney.
Please also please hold on to the Tracking number (the pink sticker that you should remove before posting – we’ve experienced mail delays lately (haven’t we all?) and having the Tracking number is very reassuring to keep an eye on the parcel’s progress in arriving at its destination.
Don’t forget, if you look at today’s Request List and need help choosing, please feel free to get in touch to discuss, we will be ready to reply and offer guidance by email. Our goal is to help you find a request that you will be comfortable with doing. If you need a crest etc we may be able to post embroideries / printed fabric images or email some of these to you.
Helpful info may be gleaned here http://aussieheroquilts.blogspot.com/2019/07/information-post-for-those-that-sew-for.html I look forward to seeing the photos of completed quilts and LBs when they are ready to post off.
PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE copy the ENTIRE line if you wish to nominate for a quilt or laundry bag.
For example….
Marvel Theme. Ironman
M LB 1
This is really important to make sure that neither you nor I copy the wrong number which could lead to me giving you the wrong details for specific request. If you find it hard to copy and paste, please copy the line out as above.
Decoding The Columns
The first column is the theme or preferences requested.
The second column indicates the gender of the recipient.
The third column is as follows.
B=both quilt and laundry bag (feel free to nominate to JUST do the laundry bag if you wish)
Q= just a quilt
LB = just a laundry bag
F= female
M= male
Please let the Admin crew know if you have any other questions....Just email friendsofahq@gmail.com
Looking forward to seeing what you want to make
this week. Happy stitching!
Cheers,
Jan-Maree
P.P.S. Don't forget to check out AHQ on the Blog, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter
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Rising Sun badge and
RASIGS Badge focused with satellite dishes, tied in to Solomon Islands with
their country. (We can provide the badges) |
M |
Q |
1 |
|
Soccer, Blue with
the Australian Flag and replica of Headquarters Middle East patch (It has tri-service colours in stripes with
a kangaroo silhouette in the middle - easy to applique and we can send you a
pic to work from) |
M |
Q |
2 |
|
Newcastle Knights, |
M |
Q |
3 |
|
Red, white and blue,
labradors, poppies and inspirational quotes. |
F |
Q |
4 |
|
Anime Theme - Dragon
Ball Z, Bleach, Fairy Tale, Attack on Titan, Tokyo Ghoul, etc. |
M |
B |
5 |
|
Brisbane Broncos
(NRL) or Birds |
M |
Q |
6 |
|
Deadpool (Marvel
comic character) Vs Masterchief (Halo video game character) |
M |
B |
7 |
|
A mixture of the
followiing please - Disney Pixar Logo, Toy Story, Cars, The
Incredibles, Finding Nemo, Lightyear, Up, Big Hero 6, Moana, |
M |
Q |
8 |
|
Boatswain symbol, or
Australian white ensign with my nick name at the bottom (we can provide a
white ensign and the Boatswain symbol can be printed if not appliqued) |
M |
B |
91- |
|
TV Show – Stranger
things |
F |
Q |
11 |
|
Anime Theme - Gundam, Dragon Ball Z, Bleach, Attack on Titan. |
M |
LB |
12 |
|
Bag - St Kilda
Football |
M |
Q |
13 |
|
English Staffy theme
please. RAN Crest on the bottom of the quilt, with my Service Number and
nickname on it. (we can supply the crest with text) |
M |
Q |
14 |
|
Motorbikes, |
F |
Q |
15 |
|
Star Wars , NFL (USA
National Football League) |
M |
Q |
16 |
|
Green/Black, |
M |
B |
17 |
|
Night Sky theme with
Crescent moon and/or Mountains and Waterfall Theme |
M |
Q |
18 |
|
Holden Commodore,
Essendon AFL, Melbourne Storm NRL - Red/Black/Purple |
M |
Q |
19 |
|
RAAF Crest, 34 SQN
crest with text 34SQN |
M |
Q |
20 |
|
AFL(Carlton Blues) /
Navy theme RAN crest |
M |
Q |
21 |
|
RAAF Crest, 34 SQN
crest, with text 34SQN |
M |
Q |
22 |
|
Dungeons &
Dragons (game), Jedi Academy, Warhammer 40000 |
M |
Q |
23 |
|
Snow skiing, running
& Siamese cats. Text MLO Sydney on
quilt somewhere. |
F |
Q |
24 |
|
Call of Duty
Zombies, Black with Gold and a small panel with name (we can provide the name
panel) |
M |
Q |
25 |
|
Star Wars the clone
wars (Cartoon TV Show) |
M |
Q |
26 |
|
Purple, Car Engine
parts, 4wding (79 Series), Spearfishing |
M |
LB |
27 |
|
Flag Alpha and woud
like name on bag |
M |
Q |
28 |
|
Red, Fast and the
Furious (movies) cars |
M |
LB |
29 |
|
Red and Blue,
Capybara (large rodent), Melbourne Demons |
M |
LB |
30 |
|
Navy Blue, Motor
Bikes, Kite Surfing, 4WD |
M |
LB |
31 |
|
Black and Silver,
Spartans and Samurai |
M |
LB |
32 |
|
Yellow, Ice Spice
(Female rapper/singer) |
M |
LB |
33 |
|
Tennis, Triathlon or
Racing cars |
M |
LB |
34 |
|
Navy crest |
M |
Q |
35 |
|
RAN crest, HMAS
Stalwart crests, Nautical Themed and my Title: "MEO" |
M |
Q |
36 |
|
Navy Themed RAN
Crest |
M |
Q |
37 |
|
Classic Doctor Who |
M |
B |
38 |
|
Anime themed -
naruto, dragon ball z and demon slayer |
M |
Q |
39 |
|
Dragonball super,
Lord of the rings, Jedi from starwars |
M |
B |
40 |
|
Killer Whales, Blue,
Clouds |
F |
Q |
41 |
|
MILWAUKEE BUCKS
basketball team theme, green. |
M |
LB |
42 |
|
Underwater Wreck
Diver Theme with surname printed on it somewhere. |
M |
Q |
43 |
|
The Punisher (Marvel Comic character) |
M |
LB |
44 |
|
Tiger and Leopard
Print |
M |
Q |
45 |
|
Kraken (from Pirates
of the Caribbean) /Sea Monster themed |
M |
B |
46 |
|
Disney, Spirited
Away and Pixar themed with embroidered female name |
M |
Q |
47 |
|
Tennis, Triathlon or
Racing cars would like first name on bag, have had this embroidered on to a
patch to be sewn on. |
M |
Q |
48 |
|
Shrek, Cars, and
Giraffe with surname embroidered |
M |
LB |
49 |
|
Collage of Vintage
military Pin - up girls/Poster Art &/Or Military Pop Art (Aircrew themed
with Aircraft) |
F |
LB |
50 |
|
RAAF Crest, RAAF
Flying KC30A, BBJ, Falcon 7x, Cherry Blossoms, Pineapples, Cute baby pigs |
F |
LB |
51 |
|
Socceroos |
M |
LB |
52 |
|
TV Show, Paw Patrol,
Character Skye, Pink |
M |
LB |
53 |
|
Theme - Mountains/Alpine |
M |
LB |
54 |
|
Australian flag and
3RAR parawings (We can provide the parawings) |
M |
Q |
55 |
|
Dragons, more
vibrant colours on darker background |
M |
LB |
57 |
|
Surprise Me HMAS
Stalwart Crest, RAN crest |
M |
LB |
58 |
|
Animated movie
"Surf's Up" character Tank Evans (who is a surfing Emperor penguin) |
M |
Q |
59 |
|
ADF tri service Emblem |
F |
LB |
60 |
|
Blue/Purple/Red,
Comics, Travelling, Camping and Beers |
F |
LB |
61 |
|
Blue/Pink, flowers,
medical, dragons, fairies, stars |
F |
LB |
62 |
|
Poppies |
F |
Q |
63 |
|
Fishing/Blue |
M |
Q |
64 |
|
Blue, Rugby Union,
Exeter Chiefs (UK Rugby Union Team), NSW Waratahs. |
M |
LB |
65 |
|
Navy Themed with HMA
Ships Kanimbla (LPA), Ballarat, Wewak, Adelaide and Canberra (LHDs) |
M |
LB |
66 |
|
Green, Skiing,
Shetland Sheepdogs, Cheese, Lord of the Rings |
M |
LB |
67 |
|
Collingwood Magpies
AFL team |
F |
LB |
68 |
|
Bright Fluro Colors,
Outdoors, Camping, Nautical, 4WDing |
M |
LB |
69 |
|
Blue/white ocean
waves, flowers, beaches, water animals (dolpins, whales, turtles etc) |
F |
LB |
70 |
|
Different blue
colours, turtles, ocean |
F |
LB |
71 |
|
Purple/mint green -
animals (any animals) - flowers |
F |
LB |
72 |
|
Blue/white-
Canterbury Bulldogs, cricket, outdoors |
M |
LB |
73 |
|
Blue, white, maroon,
yellow, state of origin, QLD/NSW, Aboriginal DotWork |
F |
LB |
74 |
|
Turtles / Stitch
(from Lilo and Stitch) |
M |
LB |
75 |
|
Slaves to Darkness
(Age of Sigmar,Warhammer) |
M |
LB |
76 |
|
Royal Australian
Navy 1960 - 1990 |
F |
Q |
77 |
|
Blue, Soccer, Surf,
Mountains. |
M |
LB |
78 |
|
Ocean, Moana themed
MAUI!! |
M |
LB |
79 |
|
Pink/Coral/Mustard/Yellow |
F |
LB |
80 |
|
Toy Story |
F |
LB |
81 |
|
South Sydney
Rabbitohs NRL |
M |
LB |
82 |
|
Stoker (Marine
Technician) & Beer themed, Purple and Black as primary colours |
M |
LB |
83 |
|
Pirates Of The
Caribbean Themed |
M |
LB |
84 |
|
Adelaide Crows
themed (AFL) |
M |
LB |
85 |
|
Black/White - Star
Wars Themed |
M |
LB |
86 |
|
Black/White - Big wheels - White Nissan Patrol |
M |
LB |
87 |
|
Sydney Roosters NRL
Team |
M |
LB |
88 |
|
Parramatta Eels NRL
team |
M |
LB |
89 |
|
Crossing the line,
Neptune, Golden Shellback Turtles, Black Bears, |
M |
LB |
90 |
|
South Sydney
Rabbitohs NRL |
M |
LB |
91 |
|
Rising Sun, RAAF
crest |
M |
Q |
92 |
|
RAAF Crest , flying
theme, C130H, C-27J, Boeing Business Jet and Falcon 7X. |
M |
Q |
93 |
|
Mixed patchwork
style with a variety of plain pastel colours |
F |
Q |
94 |
|
RAAF Crest - RAAF
Flying Theme - Falcon 7X themed (we
can provide the crest and and aircraft
silhouettes for applique) |
M |
Q |
95 |
|
RAAF Crest with
34SQN text, Sunflowers, Stars, Blue, 34SQN aircraft (B737-BBJ & DAF7X) |
F |
Q |
96 |
|
Blue |
M |
Q |
97 |
|
Green/Blue |
F |
Q |
98 |
|
Blue |
M |
Q |
99 |
|
Blue |
M |
Q |
100 |
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