Setting the Table

As a demonstration of how orphan blocks set on different backgrounds, and the interactions between the shapes, I used a yard of colored fabric. The SAQA group liked it, and I might just use this idea. Consensus is a good thing.
 

SAQA Gathering

The Georgia/North Carolina SAQA group asked me over for a three day workshop in abstract design. The center where we meet is perfect, with grand fall weather and the Blue Ridge Mountains in the distance. We did a great amount of work, more to come. Happy to be among such fun folks. 
 

Signed and Sealed

Before I boxed up the quilt for Quilt National '23 I signed the front lower corner. I've done this on all my large works since 1981. That one went to Quilt National, too. I hope I can find the way to visit the show come May 2023. 
 

Day Off

After the morning of zooming to San Francisco and Joe Cunningham's lecture series, it was time to enjoy what's left of the beautiful fall. A gathering of all for some music, food, and just being together. Off I go tomorrow for more adventures!
 

Yes, He's That Tall

Joe Cunningham has asked me to be part of his lecture series Saturday (tomorrow!) to talk about color. Which I'm happy to do. I'd talk about grains of sand if he asked me. Its virtual! And there's more colorful guests via this link:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/quilt-freedom-workshop-28-colorize-it-tickets-393659073887

 

Add More, Delete Some

Adding and taking away is always tough. To let go of the pretty elements to let the stronger drivers stay is the task at hand. 
 

ReConfigure Till You Like It

I'm building this piece in columns, which is a great way to move sections to form a composition. Now, though that seems easy, the finite number of versions is large. Which means...decisions! I'm reaching for another cookie to think on this.
 

On the Wall

These came from demos at the Hudson River Valley Art Workshop this summer. They have a good vibe, and are a nice change from the darker pieces I've had on the wall recently. I'll keep you all posted.
 

Off We Go!

Oh, I forgot to measure this before I sent it off to the Schweinfurth's raffle quilt section. I suspect it's 28" x 26" or so. Facing, sleeve, hanging rod, all stuffed in a box and mailed out today. Made from the leftover pieces from the one they accepted in their Quilts=Art=Quilts show.
 

Many Moons

As usual, my dinky camera won't pick up our full moon. So, this detail from a baby quilt I finished will have to suffice. Many moons, in fact. Which I wish this new little being many many months, years, decades. 
 

Just a Look Back

The pin-board outside the studio door is a great display opportunity. This is a baby gift made from a yard of my printed fabric. It was quick to quilt, and I used a binding for it's function to protect the edges. Instead of hand sewing the binding, it is stitched and zig-zagged. Needs to be durable!