Well, I had an amazing time at Market. Freshcut’s off and running, as are many new and exciting friendships. Anna Maria is every bit as delightful in person as she is to read. (Even though she did tell on us. Twice.) What a charmer too. And funny. And kind. I could go on and on here.
Robyn Pandolph is kind and generous (and excited about her new little grandbaby, though she doesn’t seem old enough to be a grandmother). Did you know that Robyn has a roller-cutter wound that severed four tendons in her hand? Be careful with those cutters, gals! So sad. It’s healed now, but what a nightmare.
Went shopping with Heather Ross. Smart, smart, smart. (Have you seen her pajama line?) She zeroed in on this cool antique necklace with an acorn pendant. When you twisted the top, a pencil lead projected from the bottom. What a find. I don’t know if she bought it or not. Dang, I should have paid better attention!
Jane Sassaman is a sweetheart. She’s designed some powerful new quilts that go together quickly. Her husband’s the big collector in their family. And I mean big. He even had a collection of barber’s chairs at some point. Where do you put such a collection? Didn’t get to chat with her quite enough.
It took 32 hours for these charming gals just to get to Houston (from Sydney, Australia). Bright and energetic. (And they sported fabulous clothing and shoes too.) I didn’t get to say goodbye. Kath, Kirsten, sorry about that. Missing you.
And, because you are undoubtedly fans, you must know that Amy and Denyse are intelligent and warm. Did I mention intelligent? Amy’s working with her husband on another amazing book. Those two! I can’t wait to see it experience it. And, Denyse has just pinned down a name for her next fabric collection, “Katie Jumprope,” (though I don’t know which spelling of “Katie” she’s going to use). Great name, huh? Love it.
I met droves of neat folks: artists, editors, shop owners, sales reps, distributors, and more. So much to take in. So little time.
My schoolhouse class worked out well, though I could have held an all-day seminar on the subject (the internet sewing/crafting community and whatnot). Ambitious for a 15-minute class. But, I think I got across the main gist (and my flyers covered the rest). Can you believe there’s already a podcast review of my class on SimpleArts (about 1/3 of the way into the interview)? That’s some quick reporting!
Before I wrap it up, I’d like to send a huge thanks out to Sandi for whipping up some delightful children’s clothes for the photo book. Here's just one of the fab outfits she did. Sandi designs one-of-a-kind clothing for PortabelloPixie and is talented and generous. Thanks Sandi!
And, another big hug out to Gina and Stephanie at The Threaded Pear for quilting my samples so beautifully. Boy did those two get the scoop on Quilt Market. They were everywhere. I’m sure you’ll be hearing all about it on QuiltersBuzz.
All in all, it was a marvelous weekend at Market. I packed my bags late Monday night, changed back into jeans and a tee, and flew wee-wee-wee-wee all the way home!
It’s nice to be back.
(From left to right, Anna Maria, me & Donna Wilder of Free Spirit)
Oh, and see what I mean about Isaac's photography? He took those top ones.
