Something About Nothing

Before Quilt Market opens there are a number of classes, called Schoolhouse, available to attendees. The half hour classes are the place to see the latest fabrics, patterns, and products. There is no way to attend them all so you have to be picky and choose wisely. Sue Spargo "Fresh Cut" Block of the Month Quilt Anna Maria Horner introducing her newest Conservatory line . Savernake Road quilt  by Anna Maria Victoria Findley Wolfe Star Storm Mini Judy Gula talking about her book due out in January! Her book is called " Colorful Batik Panel Quilts: 28 Quilting & Embellishing Inspirations from Around the World" Jackie Kunkel's pattern Triangularity. I won a copy of this pattern so hopefully making it is in my future.  Of course a big part of the fun is being able to spend time with friends! Gina Reddin, Johanna Felderbaum, Libby Williamson, me and Michelle Banton in back. Me and ...

I was thrilled when Pokey Bolton , Editor-in-Chief at Quilting Arts Magazine and host of Quilting Arts TV , knew who I was.  But later I was a little embarrassed because she knows me because I comment on her blog and facebook page so much.  She, Helen Gregory and Lindsey Murray were all so nice to meet.  They have a job I would love to have some day when I grow up. Anna Maria Horner , designer extraordinare, is the do it all woman.  She designs beautiful fabrics, makes lovely projects and patterns, is active in her church and is mother to a brood of beautiful children.  The oldest is following in her mothers footsteps and has artistic talent galore! Patty Young and her husband were delightful to meet and visit with.  She designs some of the cutest kids clothing patterns, fabrics and now ribbons too. Paula Prass  and her daughter Jennifer Storey have had a very difficult year but you would never tell from visiting with them at Market.  ...