Why did you buy that pink cutting mat Janet?
UMM! Because it was pink!
Another memorable visit to the Festival of Quilts yesterday. It was a proud moment to see my 'Pink Diamond' quilt on display amid so many amazing quilts. Just a bit of a shame that there was a shadow across it from the beam on the frame. I hovered around it for a while to see if anyone commented on it and had a few compliments. Of course, I was travelling with my own posse of friends/fans, so it was all cool!!
There was something for everyone at the show. (Not everyone loves [pink] traditional quilts.) I read some controversial opinions on Facebook when I got home. But whether you like a quilt or not, you know that each maker gets the same satisfaction from their creations as we all do, and that deserves respect. There was so much skill and artistry on display to be admired. I spent a couple of hours browsing the exhibition and I still didn't see them all. I had seen pictures of the most beautiful Willow Pattern quilt before I got there and searched for it with no luck. Eventually I discovered it in a separate exhibition, not with the competition quilts.
It was the most stunning piece. On closer inspection, it turned out to be created with embroidery stitching enhanced with 'Inktense' pens, which is how the maker achieved the vibrant blue and shading effects.
It had a price tag of £2750. I don't know if it sold, but it was worth every penny.
Be still my heart!
So yes, I bought a pink cutting mat!
Well it just happened to fit into the big quilty tote bag that I was carrying, (I brought a couple of quilts with me to donate to Project Linus); and it was a good price too (did I mention it was pink?) My most expensive single purchase was an interesting new long arm ruler. There is a much better choice available now at the show, since I first started buying them. But they are still very pricey, so I restricted myself to choose just one. I look forward to experimenting with it soon. Other than that I bought some mini hangers, Appliquik stabiliser (must have a go at that soon), thread and a few bits and bobs. But NO fabric!
Now I hope I have got my mojo back, after a few weeks without sewing. I got back in the saddle (stool) today and made good progress with Laura's modern monochrome quilt. So I am trying a modern approach myself with this one; wavy lines and big circles to compliment her fabric choices and circular piecing.
There is more filling in to do yet, and it is a bit of a departure for me, but I think I am going to like it.
Happy Quilting Everyone!
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So pleased that you were well enough to see your beautiful quilt on display xxxx Pink mat, only you xxxxx
ReplyDeleteYour quilt is BEAUTIFUL! You have come such a long way over the years, you should be very proud of yourself. xx
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