More Moda pics

Sweetwater Designs is made up of Karla Eisenach, Susan Kendrick and Lisa Burnett.   Karla is the mom to  two darling girls.   Their fabric designs are so wonderfully clean and pretty.  

They have an etsy shop and sell all these products there.

 Their newest fabric line is called Mama Said Sew.   Here's Mama Karla.  

The American Jane booth is always so delightful with it's primary colors.  

And this is Sandy Klop who is the brains behind it all.  

Bonnie and Camille were not in their booth when I went by, but here's a look at how cute it was.

Two of the funniest and most fun gals are Me and My Sister, better known as Barb and Mary.   Not only are they sisters, but they are also best friends.  

Isn't their booth so cute.  Check out the clothespins holding up the quilts.

Sandy Gervais of Pieces from my Heart is the "oldest" Moda designer.   Now...I don't mean she's the OLDEST, she's just been there the longest!    I can't remember how many lines of fabric she's produced but, trust me, it was a big number.  

Moda has 3 new designers that were introduced at market.   This is Vanessa Christensen of V and Co.   Isn't she darling?   Her fabric line is called Simply Color and it's an ombre fabric that is shaded from dark to light.   She's used it in the flowers in the quilt behind her.    I

And everyone knows Pat Sloan.    She's the busiest person I've ever met.    Her new line is called Eat Your Fruits n Veggies.  

Wouldn't an apron look cute out of some of these designs?

This is Brigitte Heiland.   She's the newest contemporary designer for Moda and she's from Germany.  It's so interesting talking to her and seeing the quilting world through her eyes.  

So, that's it for the Moda ladies.    I hope I didn't leave anyone out.     Oh wait, I did.   Basic Gray was right next to us, but every time I had my camera out, they were so busy I never got a picture.    Sorry!

Still more to come.

Hugs, Anne

Hollyhill Quilt Shoppe

Back in November, Anna, Sandy and I went to Portland so they could attend the annual event, “Homespun and Holly”, at Hollyhill Quilt Shoppe. I hitched a ride with them because I was going to be helping out Anne, who was one the 4 featured teachers. Anne isn’t as pokey as I am with blogging, and posted pictures right after she got home, so check them out here.

The shop is actually located in West Linn, Oregon which is a suburb a little south of Portland. It’s run by the wonderful Jan and her funny son, Brian. They were so accommodating and made the day so much fun. If you’re ever in the area during November you really should make a point to sign up for the class. It’s an all day “make it and take it” affair and they even provide a yummy dinner for the participants.

Now I’ll just let you enjoy the shop and all its eye candy.

Let the fun begin, right Sandy and Anna?

They even have a HOUSE in the shop. It had just been delivered and they were still working on it so we couldn’t go in, but I think it will have lots of primitive fabric and goodies in it.

And check out the fancy dancy chandeliers over the cutting tables. Now THAT’S classy!

A few pictures from the class.

This was Anne’s project. The pattern is available on her website.

Here’s Debbie Busby of Wooden Spool Designs helping out her group of students.

This was her little tree skirt project.

It was a fun event and everyone who participated really had a great time.

(Sorry, I didn’t get pictures of Terri Staats project or Karla Eisenberg’s either). Bummer! Next time.

Hugs, Anne

Quilt Market–the people

First:  Janet update

She is out of ICU and her blood readings are showing positive changes.  She is awake at times and continues to make progress.   She still has a long way to go but the doctors feel she is on the right path.   Thanks again for all your thoughts and prayers.   Keep em up!

On to the wonderfully talented designers.

Whose feet and cute pattern do these belong to?

Why it’s Lynette Anderson and her cute hubby Vince.  The slipper pattern was a huge hit.

Brenda Riddle from Acorn Quilts and Gifts with her new quilt based on a cross-stitch sampler.  It’s darling.  Wouldn’t it look cute in wool?

Barri Sue Gaudet of Bareroots Designs showing off her new book.

Close up of that cute quilt above the book.

Cute holiday projects.

Lynne Hagmeier of Kansas Troubles.

Check out the border of this quilt.  So many pieces, so little time!

Sandy Klop of American Jane

Karla Eisenach and her darling daughter Lisa with Sweetwater.

Sisters – Kathy Schmitz and Bonnie Sullivan (All Through the Night).

They took a trip to France together and were so inspired it led to a book collaboration.  It’s filled with beautiful photos and projects.

And here is Joyce from Geoff’s Mom patterns.  She has some really wonderful new patterns.

Her new Block of the Month.

And this darling pillow that I just have to put on my list of projects.

Wool sheep and embroidery.

Cute table topper.

Deb Strain of Saltbox Illustrations.   We had a fun dinner with her and her hubby one night.  (her coat dress matched her booth colors – cute)

Mary and Barb of Me and My Sister Designs.  They were also at the same dinner and are so funny. They tell the best stories that always make us laugh till we cry.

Barb and Alma of Blackbird Designs.

I still have tons more pictures, so I’ll see ya soon.

Hugs, Anne