This is the last installment in my Quilt Market adventures. Just some little loose ends to cover.
I'll start with the "big" news. I've signed with Windham Fabrics to produce my first line of fabric, Timber. To me this news is just HUGE! It was a long process to get it all together for Quilt Market and I'm so happy to be moving forward. I had tough time deciding which company to work with because really every single person I met with at market was super nice and I could imagine working with them. But I went with Windham, and I couldn't be happier. I wish I had more to show you on the topic, but it will be a while longer. Bear with me...soon I promise...
Anway, the rest of the loose ends are about Quilt Market itself. Like how I went vintage fabric shopping with Heather Bailey. OK, OK, maybe not some much "with" as "near". We just both happened to browsing on of the few booths actually selling fabric at the same time. Some seriously cool vintage feed sacks and the like. She was, of course, lovely as we rummaged through the piles together.
These 4 pieces/sacks are what I landed on. I have plans to make a pillowcase dress for Aurora out of the bottom one.
Anyway, there were several quilt shows (and even a costume/fashion one) on display. Here are just a few of my favorites:
Spring in Japan - by Akiko Kawata
Grandmother's Quilt - A Cathedral Window - by Manon B. Gagliardi
The Kiss: An Homage to Kilmt - Mary Barry
Cinda's Circles - Karen Pharr
When Sun Departs - Laura Stauffer
Winter to Spring - Kathy York
Blue Ridge Springtime - Sandra Werlich
Sedona Dream - Janet Lasher
English Garden Romance - Tracy Anna Bader
Guys, thanx so much for all the well wishes about my Market endeavors and such. I mean it!
JT
Wahoo!! Congratulations! I have to come back and read the rest of your post later :) Glad you could share so soon!
Posted by: Amy @ parkcitygirl | June 02, 2009 at 07:53 PM
Congratulations on your signing with Windham! That is really exciting, and you sound happy with that partnership. Can't wait to see and hear more about that development. Love the beautiful quilts on display at the Market too, especially that Winter to Spring quilt.
Posted by: Terri | June 02, 2009 at 08:06 PM
Congratulations and looking forward to seeing it!
Posted by: Amy | June 02, 2009 at 09:02 PM
Congrats...can't wait to see the new fabric!
Posted by: sherri | June 02, 2009 at 09:14 PM
Congratulations on your line of fabric!
Posted by: Katrine | June 03, 2009 at 10:10 AM
I'm so excited for you with the fabric!
And gorgeous quilts...
Posted by: Sarah | June 03, 2009 at 10:57 AM
That is so exciting, congrats!! Thank you also for showing the pic of the Klimt quilt. He is my fave artist and it's always fun to see how different artists interpret his work!
Posted by: Jessica | June 03, 2009 at 12:06 PM
when will we get to see your fabric line?
Posted by: Carolyn | June 03, 2009 at 12:15 PM
That's so exciting! I can't wait to see the fabrics that you have designed. Congratulations!
Posted by: Amy | June 03, 2009 at 02:12 PM
I'm so glad you've announced it!! I was just talking with another Windham gal today (name starts with "B" and ends in "I", and that's all I'm saying) and we both agreed on how fabulous your designs are! I think there are a lot of similar looks floating around but yours is completely different and fresh. I think the wait may just about kill me.
Posted by: Jona | June 04, 2009 at 12:56 AM
Yay! Congratulations! So much fun. I can't wait to see the fabric.
Posted by: Carrie | June 04, 2009 at 09:57 AM
Rock on! That is amazing. Can't wait to see your fabric. I am sure it will be a huge success!
Posted by: Sandy | June 04, 2009 at 05:22 PM
Oohh - how exciting! How long will we have to wait before we get to see your fabric? Congratulations!
Posted by: jo | June 06, 2009 at 05:45 AM
Your quilt labeled "Grandmother's Quilt - A Cathedral Window - by Manon B. Gagliardi" is actually a yo-yo quilt. Check out a catherdral window here : http://www.risingstarquilters.org/pastshows/images04/L1.jpg
It's a great yo-yo quilt though and there are lots of other pics of some fun and inspiring works!
Posted by: AjaxAtax | June 06, 2009 at 11:42 PM
Congratulations! I found your blog from a link on another blog I read and its lovely!
Posted by: Bridget | June 06, 2009 at 11:55 PM
Mazel Tov on your amazing news. I can not wait to see what you create. I am sure it is going to be the coolest!!!
Cheers,
Tracey
Posted by: Paper Dolls for Boys | June 07, 2009 at 01:57 AM
Woo-hoo! Congratulations!!!!!!
I'm very excited to see your line!!!!!
Posted by: Alexis | June 07, 2009 at 03:02 PM
Congrats on signing with Windham! How exciting. I was at market as well (did a bunch of work for Puala Prass' booth) mbut I don't thinkwe got to meet...hopefully in October! I have heard your line is going to be fabulous and CAN'T wait to see it!
Have fun along your fabric adventure!
Simone
Posted by: Simone Howell | June 07, 2009 at 09:45 PM
Oh my goodness- I was waiting and waiting for you to say something, and there it is! Congratulations! Oh I just can't wait to buy it in my local fabric store! How exciting!
Posted by: Angie | June 09, 2009 at 12:58 AM
Congratulations! When will you give us a sneak peek of your designs?
Posted by: Karin Briscoe | June 09, 2009 at 04:43 AM
Congratulations!!
Posted by: Mary Beth | June 10, 2009 at 08:48 AM
Congratulations! I can't imagine what a thrill it is!
Posted by: Faith | June 12, 2009 at 11:22 PM
That is wonderful news (only part of my well wishes are selfish in nature, as I'm sure I will be able to work your designs into some wonderful projects)! Can't wait for Timber to come out!
Thanks for sharing pics of the Quilt Show. I am so jealous of everyone who was there. Need an assistant for the next one?
Posted by: Brooke Andrewson | June 18, 2009 at 03:03 PM
Outstanding! I know your line will be a huge success! All the best.
Posted by: Kristi | June 20, 2009 at 12:48 PM
I love love love the Cinda's Circles quilt!
One of these days I have to learn to quilt. My Nan (grandma) always made beautiful quilts to give to people as gifts, and they're such cherished gifts in our family. I'd love to have that talent and give such meaningful gifts.
Congrats on the fabric line, too!
Posted by: SkylarKD | June 28, 2009 at 08:23 PM