Still MORE Quilt Expo Stuff

The pattern pictured here is called "Glow."  I saw it at the quilt show and knew I had to have it.  The pattern arrived in the mail today.  It comes from All Hands Around Quilt Shop in Waukesha, WI.  I like their nickname - AHA!  Once again, I'm pleasantly surprised to learn of another quilt shop in southern WI.  See http://www.ahaquilts.com/

The green coupon is from Stitcher's Crossing.  This shop I know well!  See http://www.stitcherscrossing.com/

Also learned that Nancy Zieman has a shop called Nancy's Notions in Beaver Dam, WI.  I'd heard of it, but didn't realize it was just a short drive away.  See http://www.nancysnotions.com/

Got info about the Madison-based quilt guild, which I may join.  See http://www.madcityquilters.org/

Lastly (not pictured) I saw Easy Quilter 3.1 in use, and was pretty impressed.  It converts your home machine to a long arm quilter.  Its much smaller than a typical quilt frame, and allows you to sit - rather than stand while working.  I think the vendor should have set up two, one for demonstration and one for customers to test drive.  See http://www.easyquilter.com/

Have a great weekend!  :)

More Quilty Products & Info

Here is the last of my haul from the WI Quilt Expo.  This print on a black T-shirt was way too cool to pass up.

Also got some hexagon papers, and one fat quarter to go in my current project.  Buying a lone fat quarter, whilst surrounded by a sea of fabric temptation took supreme self control!

The last thing I got at the Expo was information!  Found out about LQSs I've yet to visit, and a museum devoted to quilts and fiber arts.  I grew up in the Milwaukee area, yet never knew such a gem existed.

Saving Thyme, in Stoughton, WI     http://www.savingthyme.net/

Village Creek, in Lodi, WI     http://www.villagecreeklodi.com/

Wisconsin Museum of Quilts & Fiber Arts, in Cedarburg, WI     http://www.wiquiltmuseum.com/

Am looking forward to blogging about these in the future.  :)

Quilt Expo 2010 Art Quilts

This series of art quilts was made by a Milwaukee-based organization.  All of the quilts used red yarn in one way or another.  The quilts are all linked together with red yarn.  I snapped some pics of my favorites, though there were many more to be seen.

Such talent and creativity!  :)

Quilt Expo 2010 Quilts

Spent the day at the Wisconsin Public Television-Nancy Zieman Productions Quilt Expo (http://www.wiquiltexpo.com/). I even saw Nancy Zieman, up close and personal.  Here are some of the quilts I liked.  The show still goes from 9 am to 6 pm on Saturday...so its not too late, if you can get to Madison, WI.  Maybe I'll see you there!

Diamond Flowers

This is one of several Log Cabins embellished with beautiful embroidery, rather than traditional feathers or straight line quilting.

Floral Fantasy

Love Always - I like how each block is framed by triangles.  A nice twist on plain old sashing.

Ode to a Mason Jar - I was recently given this pattern.  I've also seen it done with butterflies, lady bugs, and insects in each jar.  I love how this quilter added the kitchen curtain.

Peaky and Spike Visit the Angels - Seriously, I couldn't have made up that title!  I've seen people make wonky stars, but was never quite sure what I'd do with them if I made some.  Here they make a bright and cheery night sky.

Rosella's Flower Garden - named for the quilter's husband's aunt, who always wears a fresh flower in her hair.

Southern Star with Yo Yos - I love the scrappy element to this quilt. And who can resist yo-yos?  I voted for this one for Viewer's Choice.

Spring's Greeting - aptly named.  I'm glad to see the judges also liked this quilt.

Summer Sanctuary.  The quilting detail here is breathtaking.

The quilts I was drawn to have bright, vibrant colors.  But many shops (and vendors at the show) feature darker, Civil War era tones.  I guess it depends on what "look" you are striving for.  Me, I'm always looking to brighten things up with my quilts. :)