Isn't this beautiful? Some quilters I know colloborated on this project - but
(horrors!) it became a UFO. The current holder is considering how to pick up where others left off with both machine quilting and hand stitching. No matter what she decides, I know it will be beautiful!
Jane doesn't like piecing. In fact, she hates it! Her quilts are made with applique - and she's a pro! This is the beginning of a quilt for a family with members and memories in Minnesota, Wisconsin, California and Louisiana. Unfortunatley I couldn't stay for Day 2 of this retreat - so I didn't see how it turned out. Jane said she had many more pictures to add. If she posts a later picture, I'll let you know!
There were other quilters that retreated to their hotels before I went left on Saturday night. I wasn't able to take pictures of their work. Amy, Diane, Karen and Laura - I apologize! I hope to get pics of your beautiful work when we get together in June!
Lois is working on this quilt for a client - made from clothing from a loved one. I hope to see this when compete. She has a border that she's still working on. We were intrigued to see how many different fabrics she included such as wool suits, polyesters and even a swimming suit. I like how she did crazy blocks, using fabrics in one color family per block. I could have studied this quilt all night!
As it turns out, Lois lives close by and she's something of a celebrity. In 2003 she made a Ground Zero Quilt. You can see it here:
It was made in a Lone Star pattern, to give the feeling of an explosion. Each diamond is a photo of someone who perished on 9-11. The Ground Zero Quilt will continue to be on display around the country for a long time to come! If you go to the link and read about the quilt, she put a great deal of thought into its design. Very powerful!
Had a great time with friends old and new, and learned a few quilting tips too.
Now that's what I call a great day! :)
