One Motif, Two Ways

My equal starts, separate conclusions -- the homework for today. Made with images I cooked up for this class. I'll take these with me to Santa Fe (March) and Coupeville, Washington (July) for my printing workshops. One spot left in former, a couple in the later.

 

Waltz Time

I've spent time this weekend laying plans for the 2025-26 teaching, and now it's time to get over to the studio and hunker down. I've got two shows that need work, some tricky sizing-up, and know that the months after March I won't be able to devote brain waves to new compositions as easily. 
 

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.
 

Schweinfurth Printing

Details for the class this May 6-9 for printing fabric at the Schweinfurth Art Center in Auburn, NY, are up on their website. It's a great open space to print, and we make the best of that. Meanwhile, enjoy "Just Around the Corner" which a visitor to our First Friday open studios named for me. I think it fits.
 

A Bit of Chaos

It's finished and hung. I made it the exact measure of another so that when I travel to the Festival of Quilts to exhibit there, I can suspend them back to back.  And yes, it's called 'Chaos", as it seemed fitting. BTW, join me in Coupeville, Washington in July 21-25 to print like this! Pacific Northwest Arts School.

 

Virtual or In-Person Within the Frame

One person had to cancel in the 'Within the Frame' class that will be Tuesday and Wednesday, January 21 & 22. You can join us 11 to 4 eastern time (New York) for a virtual workshop. If you're curious to do the class in person, I'll be at the Mackinac Island Quilting Art Seminar April 26-May 2, 2025 in Michigan.
 

Printing In or Out

You know I've set a virtual printing class for February, but you can also find me throughout the states in wonderful places like Santa Fe, Kansas City, Coupeville, or Lake Tahoe this year. And for those who crave design /sew classes I'll be in Des Moines and Mackinac Island as well. Info patpauly.com/calendar
 

Within The Frame

I'm fascinated with the square format. I'll be on Cape Cod at the Cahoon Museum this August 9-11 for a workshop that examines the great effect when printed or figured blocks are framed with another whole cloth. Seems simple, but appears complex. To join me August 9-11, see my calendar/website for details.

 

This Year's Live Printing Classes

There are two places to print with me in the lower 48 states this year, one is east, one west. I love both the Hudson River (peaceful, great food, work at your leisure night and day) and Lake Tahoe (lots of friends around, fabulous space, other classes for inspiration) for printing. You might too!

Pick Your Favorite

I make up little ads, you might call them, and post them on Instagram and Facebook every now and again. So, now you know some of where I'll be. There are a few more - San Diego, Columbus, Juneau, Tahoe - to name a few, so check the www.patpauly.com/calendar if you ever wonder what else is going on. 
 

Promotional: Shameless Variety

I thought you'd be interested in seeing the image that was sent to MISA compared to what they added to use to publicize the workshop. I'm always keen to see "printed" material like business cards, brochures, and posts with type included. Here is their use of my print above, and the original below.

 

The Textile Center

It's rare for a week-long design workshop, but when it's availavle, it's a blast. What hits the walls is always exciting, unusual, and diverse. The Textile Center in Minneapolis has asked me to highlight the class, especially because there is a savings if you sign up early. See www.patpauly/calendar for details.
 

Mad About Motifs

All the printing classes I teach (and that you take) benefit from having a pocketfull of motifs. Making them simple, large, small, open, closed, repeated, solitary or in a row are all you need. Join me east, west, or somewhere in the middle for an in person or virtual print class. www.patpauly.com

 

Classes for 2021 FINALLY

Dither hither. When it's live, it's done. So, here's the list of virtual classes for 2021. A few oldies (but goodies) and a couple of new. New, because I'm interested in doing them! (How's that for selfishness?) Check 'em out. www.patpauly.com/virtualclasses and my calendar has a few of my in-person dates.