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We just finished a Super Seminar prior to THE BIG SHOW - What a fabulous group of folks. Many of YOU were there (roll call please). I have to report  that this city is gearing up for quilters in droves - the town will double it's size! All stores decorate their windows with quilterly items. However, it was not a quilt that caught my attention. 928_928_paduach_004.jpg

 

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It is kind of amazing when you think of all the quilts being born world wide - and then to see the workmanship - simply wonderful!

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Your wish is my command - round one of the quilts..............

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Miss Karey B has brought us quilt market, quilt festival  and so much more. She is the person who has helped grow our incredible industry. I always enjoy bumping into her - and this time it was almost literally.

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Meet June Colburn who is involved with providing quilts to orphaned children in Ethiopia. If you would like to help, you can contact June at info@junecolburn.com . This stunning effort is reaching children world wide.

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As a person wanders through the convention - the pure joy of meeting good friends is one of the best parts - and they continue to put up with me despite my camera Cool.

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Check this out!!! In my home today was Kris and her trusty side kick and good friend Helen. This quilt was designed by both Kris and myself - Kris is doing all the incredible work. It has been a joy to watch this quilt progress. Today I handed over the quilting design that I created to compliment her delicious work. Oh, did I forget to mention? This is Mantica California's opportunity quilt for 09!!!!! We wil keep you posted when the tickets are ready - In addition a pattern will be available. My heart is spinning.

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Meet Jen G. who was at the Chicago Festival - She brought along her first applique effort from my book Hand Applique - Pretty awesome job Jen! It is always a pleasure when students bring along projects that have been inspired by either work shops or books. THANKS Jen and check out her blog here.

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I always love going to major quilt events - such as this past weekend in Chicago. Fortunately my lap top is up and running again and I have figured out this new video program. Here we go with a series of shorts for you! Imagine my surprise when I saw my new book, Super Simple Quilts,  that I co authored with my friend Liz Aneloski - I didn't even know it was in the States yet. For your own copy visit the http://www.alexandersonquilts.com. Also, I was more than thrilled when I ran across this booth of incredible batiks, Batiks Galore - visit their site here. I am drooling, just thinking of it!

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OK gang - who is this good looking young man (I love him to pieces)? His mother will be a guest in series three (and I love her to pieces!) - take a guess! Sign up for series three here.

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