There is so much work that goes into organizing a Quilt Show, that most of us can’t fathom all of the moving parts and variables, until we get there and see it all in person!
I get to experience this all over again in Madison for The Great WI Quilt Show Sept 8-10, 2022. I’m leading 3 lectures and the Thursday session will be recorded by PBS for educational purposes!
Last June, I participated in the Minnesota Quilters Inc. Show https://www.mnquilt.org/index.html , as part of the faculty for a 3rd time, in St. Cloud. This is a quilt show that is over 40 years old and takes place mid June each year. We met virtually in 2021. The last time it was held in person in St. Cloud (and I was there) was 2018.
I think I had a smile on my face all four days that I was there. I woke up each day early to stitch in the lobby and enjoy complimentary coffee. The Kelly Inn hotel treated us very well and the energy was positively, electrifying. I had so much fun and I hope that my students did as well.
Chaos of Perfection Lecture.
The events were wonderful but those in-between moments of travel and stitching were equally meaningful. We loved supporting small businesses along the way and exploring the convention center before the party really got underway. I also got an opportunity as a faculty member to award a ribbon!
I prepared 65 kits, packed up all of the work I had at home and many pieces from the shop; by the time we left nothing else fit in the car. We had a great time meeting new and returning students. Everyone was happy to be there, learning and appreciating this time together. The weather was beautiful and everything seemed to work out. Incredible!
Block Printing Workshop
The Boro Connection
Deconstructing Denim. We even did a little bit of curved piecing.
Bojagi Korean Patchwork - my interpretation.
Traditional Sashiko Hand-Stitching
I returned to Minnesota in early July to lead a Barn Quilt Painting workshop for the Minnesota Quilters Guild in St. Paul, as part of their summer programming. Another super stellar time spent with creatives who embraced the painting mess eagerly. A number of the participants completed one in 2018 back in St. Cloud and joined me again to create a second! This workshop will remain as one of the most special times ever.
A big thank you to this amazing guild for embracing creativity in all its forms.
I also enjoyed the time spent with my family. It was great seeing them talk about paint and being an important part of this journey.
Thank you Minnesota Quilters Guild for having us!
