We See You

My quilt seminar was held at Mission Point Hotel; taxi was by way of horsepower. This is the entrance to the hotel. The lake is at right, and we spotted a cruise ship for a bit. Many ducks, and the promise of  canoes in warmer weather. Town was about a mile away, a lovely walk. Glad to see this part of the world. 

 

Same Fabric, Two Works

My faithful readers know I rarely post two images, but I needed to show you how one of the piecers in my design class "Within the Frame" took on the project. She's used the same fabrics as the improv base, but finished with two distinct frames for them. It was so fun to see each one's piece finish differently.
 

The Improv Gang on Mackinac

Finishing day two of improv piecing at the Quilting Arts Seminar on Mackinac Island this week.  I wanted to thank this wonderful group of veteran quilters, but many new to techniques for improvisational quilting. Well, at least to my way of piecing. The exciting works all took on the maker's spirit.  

 

Next Up: Within the Frame

We've traded a leaf pattern for some improv piecing. Within the Frame used a set of fabrics, some simple cuts, a few tricks, and we come away with a center medallion. Tomorrow is taking the frame abstractly! All at Mission Point for the Mackinac Island Quilt Seminar, a retreat in Northern Michigan.
 

Between the Lakes

The Mackinaw Bridge is the demarcation line between Lake Huron and Lake Michigan, If you could see the line. This was on my way to Mackinac Island and hanging with the Mackinac Island Quilting Art Seminar this week.

 

Shameless Self Promotion

Might think all I do is shameless, but there are a few wee times I'm not. This is. I'm looking forward to this Island Art Seminar, and since I'm the keynote speaker, I'll be there in a big way. And, bonus, it'll be sewing and design. I'll anticipate loads of commercial fabrics, but hey, bring along the crazies if you want. I am.
 

Tell Me About Mackinac

Yes, that's me giving a hearty welcome to this seminar. Thing is, I've never been to Mackinac Island and I'm very curious to know what it's like. I'll be teaching a week there, from freezer paper templates to improv design. And it will be Spring! That alone sounds good. Tell me if you know about this seminar.
 

Design Workshop

I'll be part of the Mackinac Island Quilting Art Seminar with a set of classes on Improv Piecing. I love seeing how design walls bloom into the fabulous designs after just a few prompts. Think about joining me in Michigan for the sew-fest. Info in my website calendar www.patpauly.com/calendar 
 

Digging Around

While I was getting ready for last Friday's open studio I happened on this piece. It's not large, maybe 40 square, but has the hidden squares I love to use. I'll take it with me when I teach the "Within the Frame" class in Massachusetts, and in Mackinac Island Quilting Seminar in May. Can't wait.
 

Mackinac Island Retreat April 26 - May 2, 2025

I'll be teaching three sew/design classes at the Mackinac Island Retreat -- which promises to be a lovely and inspiring week. Consider "Within The Frame" there, where we'll look at what happens to the frame of a composition. Here's the info: https://www.quiltingartseminar.com/our-workshops-1