Katie and I wanted people to be able to make the quilts in the book if that's what they want to do, but mostly we wanted people to be able to learn something new and then use that knowledge to take those designs in their own direction to reflect their own tastes and personalities. It's fun to see quilters I respect take the ideas in the book and do their own thing. I won't spoil your surprise by telling you what I've seen so far. Amazing work by such talented people!!
I did a little twist on stitch and flip/half square triangle combo with this "Query" quilt. There's a great big stitch and flip question mark on the back of the Blind Copilot quilt in the book, and I was compelled to make another interpretation of that.
Here's a list of party locations. Have fun visiting!!
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So many of the techniques I hear about from the book look so interesting.... Can't wait to try them!
I'm really enjoying hearing about the book and seeing the projects people have been inspired to make!
Love it - It makes me think of a question mark!
Awesome quilt! I love the paint splattered fabric. Did you dye it or purchase it?
i love a book that teaches me a method vs. giving me a pattern!
im loving this party!
Yes! That's exactly what I've been saying-I feel like this is a book that teaches skills and how to think about designing rather than just a bunch of patterns. Every time I read it I feel like I pick up something else. Thank you!
Your book tour party is a grand idea. I'm enjoying it and seeing all the quilting designs as well as the patchwork. Thanks!
I do love parties that go on and on, that way I can step out from time to time and rejoin when I can:) Like now, I've spent the last 30 minutes all sweaty from a tennis match that I did not win, but I enjoyed the quilts and feel better enough to go shower!
Can't wait to stitch anf flip with you!! Need to choose some fabrics....colors....etc!
The party has been great this weekend - love all the inspiration out there stemming from your book!
Love the drop cloth print, it really suites the improvisational piecing. akmajor (at) gmail (dot) com
This celebration has been too much fun. I love seeing what others are doing with what they have learned too.
I love this party, thank you so much. And big congratulations on the book as I think I haven't written that yet.
Fun! I've been visiting studios and viewing quilts and comments from the BOOK. all while working on my version of the ICE BLUE quilt in the book. I'm using apricot, yellow, greens, and Kona Ash. Party On!
I'm enjoying the party and can't wait to dive into the techniques you and Katie share in your book!
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