Snap shots from the show weekend
Firstly I have thank all the people who left such wonderful comments on my last post. Your words of congratulations mean a lot to me.
As promised here's the long version of my adventures at Modern Quilt Show Australia. It's a bit more like a diary of my days rather than a quilt show post. It feels as though there are lots of quilt photos from the show on the internet already. I guess this post might be more about how the days flowed? Anyway lets just jump in and see how it goes...
On Friday morning as the sun was rising I travelled down from the mountains to the bustling city. A train and a bus ride later I arrived bright and early at the very grand Glebe Town Hall.
It wasn't long until members of the Sydney Modern Quilt Guild , the wonderful team organising the show turned up.
Those columns could be applique panels.
Such a great space - big and airy with high celings
This is the view standing under the light in the center of the room looking up. Hello modern quilt inspiration!!
Soon it was all actions go with lots of volunteers all pitching in to build the stands, and hang the quilts. Clever planning and great team work meant it all happened in record time.
I took a quick snap before rushing off to do something else, I thought I'd get better photos another time but it didn't happen. Anyway, here is the hall set up with quilts. The grandness of the hall makes the quilt display look smaller than it was but there were a lots and lots of quilts to see and admire. Every time I walked through the exhibition I would notice new quilts or details I hadn't seen.
Once the set up was done I had a few hours in the afternoon to wander through Sydney. It was a part of the city I had lived before moving to the Blue Mountains so it was fun exploring and seeing things that were familiar and what was new.
I liked his little detail on a building. More modern quilt inspiration.
A walk through Spice Alley, an alley tucked away in between tall buildings filled with little shops offering all types of asian food.
The highlight of the evening was the trunk show by Carolyn Friedlander. It was a full house!
Carolyn is lovely, so natural and down to earth. I really enjoyed hearing her story and her show of quilts was enjoyed by all. I've seen some of Carolyns quilts on the internet but to see her different designs made in different colourways, the scale of the quilts, and even to see her choices for backing fabrics. She uses colour so very well, and creates beautiful thoughtful quilts. Her background in architecture shines through but gosh we are lucky she found quilting and designs her unique fabrics and quilts for us to enjoy.
By coincidence there is a podcast about Carolyn on this week's Crafty Planner podcast. Check it out here.
Then there was the part of the evening where they announced the awards. My name was called out for 1st place in the Modern Traditional category, and then again for Best in Show! It was with big happy smiles and a racing heart that I pinned my ribbons onto Fair and Square.
Here I am getting a congratulations hug from Anna Maria Horner!!
There were three judges They were Anna Maria Horner, US super star fabric designer, author and quilt, needle work and cloth pattern designer. Carolyn Friedlander another quilting super star from the US who rocked the modern quilting world from her first range of fabrics. She designs quilts and also writes books. The third judge was Lisa Cahill, the Associate Director of the Australian Design Center. So interesting to get someone with a design background that isn't a quilter.
How fabulous are these ribbons made by the Sydney Modern Quilt Guild! Being a Bernina fan means I treasure my Bernina ribbons. Bernina Australia sponsored the Best in Show prize of a Bernina 215 sewing machine. They are the best model for carrying to classes, and even for everyday sewing. It's a compact machine with the personality of a big model. Love it!! It was great that Kerrie and Bree from Bernina attended the show and were there to present me with my award.
The sponsor for my First place in Modern Traditional was Material Obsession. I didn't want to open my parcel straight away. It looked so pretty wrapped in some of Kathy Doughty's fabric with special Material Obsession ribbon so I saved it until the next morning to open.
And what I found inside were all these treasures:
A bundle of Flock Together by Kathy Doughty of Material Obsession
Kathy's latest book
A book of New York Beauty quilts by Bill Volckening
A pair of big Tula Pink scissors
An interlocking adjustable ruler/templates by Karen Kay Buckly
On Saturday morning Mr Daisy and I took advantage of being in Sydney by going out for breakfast to one of our favourite Sydney restaurants, Auto.lab. This is one dish we had , watermelon, rosemary oil, creme fresh with purple basil leaves. Watermelon never tasted so good!
Saturday at the quilt show and the hall was full of friendly faces and abuzz with happy chatter.
I've known my friend Leonie forever. We were florists together and then somewhere along the line she started making quilts. That was when I first learnt what a quilt was. It took me another 10 years before I decided to make one too.. the rest is history.
She was like an official photographer taking photos of me in front of my quilts.
LeoniePeony and RachaelDaisy |
In front of Fair and Square
And with my other entry in the show, Chunky Blooms. Colourful flowers using different applique techniques on a denim background. I do love my denim. More about this quilt another time.
Saturday evening's feature was the Anna Maria Horner trunk show. I've been a fan of Anna's fabrics since I used some from her Drawing Room range when I made my first quilt. Seeing her quilts and hearing her quilty story was an absolute treat.
I wish I'd taken more photos of the weekend. Especially of the wonderful friends I got to spend time with, Dawn from Melbourne, Serena and her friends from WA, Catherine Butterworth from Sydney and many others..
I do love this photo of my special quilt buddy Leanne from Mt Vincent Quilts with Anna Maria Horner.
To finish off here's a little cat on the footpath. I don't know why he was there but I like his big smile.
27 Comments
What a wonderful time you had! Did you keep shaking your head in disbelief- not one prizes but two! Wow! When is you book coming out ? I assume someone has signed you up?!
ReplyDeleteI love the pictures you have shared! And telling about your time at the Quilt show was the next best thing to being there. I'm so jealous you got to meet Anna Maria Horner. I am a big fan of her and her art!
ReplyDeleteAgain, congratulations on your win!!!
You had a great weekend, Rachael. Glad you met so many friends and saw so many gorgeous quilts. Mr Daisymust feel very proud of you!
ReplyDeleteWhat a super weekend you had. Wonderful pictures. You will become a designer too, so much ideas. Congratulations.
ReplyDeleteOh my...it's like you were on Heaven !!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations again dear Rachael and thank you so much for all the pictures and this wonderful post !
Hi Rachael so glad you had such an awesome weekend and boy your quilts are amazing,congrats again xx
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed reading this post and all the lovely photos - you really are glowing in everyone! One day I will visit when this show is on!
ReplyDeleteSo glad you had such a wonderful weekend. A special time shared is a joy for all of us. Thankyou.
ReplyDeleteI like your denim too! You truly do see the world in quilts. I thoroughly enjoyed sharing in this experience through your lively photos and words. What a beautiful building the Glebe Town Hall is!
ReplyDeleteI think next year they should have YOU doing a lecture and trunk show! Your quilts are amazing; so original and unique! Thanks for the pics of the show....and a beautiful venue!
ReplyDeleteThanks for all the wonderful show eye candy. What fun! So happy they chose your fabulous quilt as Best In Show! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteGreat post. You took us with you with it.
ReplyDeleteWoo Hoo! Go girl! Well done. How exciting for your creations to be winners again and to get to meet such well known quilting guests
ReplyDeleteFantastic work congratulations!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely show and the building is amazing as well! I am sure you are still in the clouds with all your well deserved wins. Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteLovely tour of the show, great to see it through your eyes! Sounds like you had a wonderful time. Life all back to 'normal' now?
ReplyDeleteHere you are again...making me happy with your post. You , my dear Rachel, are right up there in fame and talent with Carol and Anna Marie..Maybe you are better even...yup...you are...I just decided. And I love the building...I feel like I am there. xxoo
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful time you had and so much excitement and reward to a very deserving ladylike. Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations--I think those ribbons were meant for you--they look wonderful on your quilt!! Your weekend looks like it was fun filled--I'm so happy for you!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful time you had!! Amazing to have Carolyne Friedlander and Anna Maria Horner showing their quilts - and having photographs with them!
ReplyDeletea great weekend congrats.........
ReplyDeleteMy goodness - Anna Maria Horner and Carolyn Friedlander in the same weekend - what a treat! Looks like you had a brilliant time.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful weekend from start to finish. I bet your head is still spinning. Thanks for sharing your photos.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful weekend!! To see wonderful designers, and to be awarded top ribbons at the same quilt show! Congratulations!!! you do have a wonderful artistic eye that you translate into your quilts. I'll bet your Mr. Daisy is sooo proud of you!! I'm so happy for you!! Hugs, H
ReplyDeleteCongratulations again on your big big win.
ReplyDeleteLooks like a great show and neat building.
Enjoy all your prizes
Hi Rachael. I love your posts with all the lovely photos of windows, doors, ceilings, lights and buildings, plus little sidewalk kitties. These are some sites I would never get to see otherwise, so i enjoy them to the fullest. Congrats on your fabulous work again. You and Leonie Peony sure do make for a colorful picture standing in front of that colorful quilt. Wowsers!! Keep those pictures coming!!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a wonderful week-end ! I'm a fan of Carolyn Friedlander designs too. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for leaving me a comment. Your kind words encourage me to keep sharing my work and stories.