One of the quilt guilds that I belong to is having a UFO (unfinished object) challenge. This has inspired me to getting a few pieces finished. I’ve actually committed myself to finishing 10 of my UFO’s. Here’s proof that I do make a few things that are not modern. I really like the curved log cabin block and I’m looking forward to teaching this class locally very soon.
We attended Sandra Johnson’s Shibori and Indigo Dyeing class today and it was amazing. We had the privilege of using the culinary arts classroom at Calabasas High School for our workshop. The fabric enthusiasts quickly got underway with different patterns and endless possibilities. Give me some space and the ability to make a mess and I am a happy guy. I’m totally clueless as to what I’m going to make with new fabric, but we both had in incredible day! Check out her blog @ http://sandrajohnsondesigns.blogspot.com/
A break in the current storms made for the most beautiful Southern California day. Mother nature has given us a nourishing drink of water and the sun is out. It’s a great day for a quilt show and off to Road to California we go. There were some outstanding quilts at the show and its always well organized. I was a little disappointed by the number of quilts. There were numerous challenges and exhibits and the vendors I look forward to seeing each year. Somehow I didn’t purchase a single cut of fabric. I did purchase lots of tread for many upcoming projects.
Today was the opening reception for a new modern quilt exhibit at the Ontario Museum of History and Art called Modern Quilts: Redesigning Traditions. Greg and I both participated in this exhibit in different ways…Greg designed the logo for the exhibit, and I entered 3 different quilts. The theme was modern quilting inspired by traditional block pattern or style. I really can’t say enough kind things about how everything looked. The museum painted the wall behind my quilt, Kailani, and now I’m thinking about that quilt on my bed with an accent wall painted that color. A special thank you to Georganna Hawley for curating this incredible exhibit!
We had a huge turnout for the San Fernando Valley Quilt Association workshop. Although SFVQA is a traditional guild they were interested in learning improvisational piecing. It was a great day and we had the perfect classroom with plenty of space. Thank you to SFVQA and it’s members for inviting me to do this workshop and to speak to their group on November 14, 2016.
It’s dangerous to stay up late and shop on the internet. I came across this pattern and I thought it was very cute and I’m sure my Mother will love it. The directions are well written and its quickly coming together. I decided to make it with all reds from my stash.
Spool Sampler Cotton Way by Bonnie Olaveson
Our weekend adventure took us back to the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles. The last time we were here I got talked into purchasing a dual membership to the museum. It all sounded good and we would like to go more often and it just seemed like the right thing to do…SOLD! Flash forward to three months later…I’m still getting emails from the museum about all the awesome events they’re hosting. The butterfly exhibit sounds like something we would like to do and who knows…there just might be some inspiration to be found in the exhibit as well. We went on the last day of the exhibit, so it was now or never. We got up a little earlier than usual on Sunday, and made our way to see these beautiful creatures. Wow! They were a little more troublesome to photograph than the dinosaur bones, but I’m so glad we were able to get to see them. The exhibit was well planned and organized. I can’t say enough nice things about the museum. Now I need to get out my sketchpad and start working on my interpretation of the many things I saw today. The Spider Pavilion makes its debut on October 28th and I will go on record to say that I’m planning on going.
With Southern California’s Fall weather a little warmer than usual, we thought, “Why not head to Palm Springs for a quilt show.” Who says no to a quilt show…right? It was our third year to attend Quiltfest Oasis Palm Springs, and the two hour drive was worth it. So many beautiful quilts from all around the world. As you can tell from the pictures, there was inspiration at every turn. That being said, I was a bit discouraged with the number of quilts and the number of vendors. The show has shrunk over the past 2 years. I’m sure there are reasons for the shows’ short comings. I’m just telling my observations and thoughts. Here in California our quilt shops are slowly going away. I enjoy going to shows and seeing what is new in the sewing world. I loved the quilts and will definitely go again next year.
I know it’s Fall, but the weather here in Southern California sure tells me a different story. I’ve ended up making more Halloween decor every passing year, and most of it gets given away…Yes, Mom, I know that you want this table runner. I HAVE kept a few things for myself…rarely. This fabric is so cute…cutting out 60 degree triangles and sewing them back together couldn’t be easier. It almost took longer to load this piece on the long arm (Johnnie)than it did to quilt it. What’s everyone else working on? Cheers!
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