Mary Isbel Award
The Mary Isbell Award was established in 1990 to honor Mary Isbell- a
woman who was instrumental in founding the Nimble Thimbles Quilt
Guild. She was the first recipient of the award. Mary Isbell was
committed to the guild and its members. She introduced quilting to
many, taught individuals as well as classes, mentored others and was
always willing to offer her experience to others. She exemplified the
guild’s motto - “a guild with heart”.
Past Recipients
Debbie Clarke Ginny Gillespie
Chris Weddington Janet Gregory Edna Birch
Lucille Kriegel Kyla Gossett Dave Penfold
Jennifer, Amy Nelson Susan Grant Gina Penfold
Wayna Guirl Nancy Hunt Betty Kiraly
Susan Pritchett Shelia Chandler Pat Hubbard
Kay Kirk Amy Jo Walborn Gloria Taliaferro
Pat Hall Amy Dean Yvonne Stiefel, Becky Schwartz (2016)
Carol Smith Debbie Fenton Becky Schwartz (2017)
Jane Corn Suzanne DiCarlo Lynette Graham (2020)
Fran Henderson Sue Davis Becky Erdman (2021)
Cathy Dyer Susan Perham Jean Anderson (2022)
Kathy Butler (2023)