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Quilt Market Fall 2011: Schoolhouse

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The day has come to an end, and looking back, Schoolhouse seems like a bit of a blur! We wore our running shoes and did our best to make it to as many amazing Schoolhouse lectures as possible, and boy did we have fun! We would seriously love to share everything with you, but for now, here are a few of the highlights with you:

Have you heard about this man? He’s Amy Butler’s husband, David Butler – designer name “Parson Gray“.  He’s a cutie isn’t he? (and he’s in a band)! This is an absolutely incredible men’s line! You can visit his Curious Nature bundles on our Coming Soon page now.

Debbie ran into Amy Butler in the stampede of people on the way to their next class.

Thomas Knauer’s brand new line, Flock,  inspired by The Brady Bunch- He said Pear Tree was inspired by The Partridge Family. What do you think his next line will be??

Rachel Griffith showing off her Stitch bag to Betz White before Betz’s Schoolhouse.  It’s cute isn’t it?!

Jane Sassaman (in the middle) flaunting her Early Birds line. She was really a hoot!

And have you heard about Vanessa Christenson’s new book? It’s all about sewing for the busy mom.  She also shows you how to use a lot of texture rather than prints for a sophisticated and clean appeal. Here is an example she of a super cute quilt she made using traditional doilies.

At Swirly Girl Designs’ class she presented the Weekend Clubhouse 2012 Block of the Month quilt. You can choose from two different colorways – a blue and tan called Cabana and a white and red called Cottage – both absolutely stunning!

Hungry? I am! These look delicious don’t they?  Kari Ramsay of Fresh Cut Quilts had these displaying at her class. Have you checked out her Daisy Dance line yet?

Kimberly and the lovely Anna Griffin at the Anna Griffin Blend Launch Party.

Everything was amazing and it was great to see everyone! But i bet you’re all dying to know what our big surprise was…Debbie Taylor got to speak for It’s Sew Emma at Patty Young’s Schoolhouse lecture! Check out this adorable quilt! Don’t ya’ll just love the pattern and then fabric?!

She talked about her new pattern, “Gumdrop Garden”, which uses Patty Young’s line Lush.

Have you chatted on #talknt? Well here is the creator of it all Cara Wilson aka @CaraQuilts as she bumped into Stephanie at Fabric 2.0.  See the shawl on her shoulder? That is backed with Moda’s Snuggles – she said that people would not stop petting her all day.  It really is just so soft!!

Look who else I spotted at Fabric 2.0– that’s Rashida Coleman Hale designer of I Heart.. she’s so cute!

And, of course, we found some of the Moda girls. They are always a hoot to kick back with after the long day. From left to right.. Stephanie, Joanna Figueroa, Kate Spain, Jocelyn & Sarah.

And then we hit Sample Spree –  everyone attacked the Moda booth!!

Now for the part you guys have really been waiting for … a giveaway! Look what we got today at Sample Spree… Papillon Fat Quarter Bundle by 3 Sisters. Isn’t it so gorgeous?

If you want to win this bundle leave a comment on this blog post telling me what you are most excited about seeing at Quilt Market. The contest closes tomorrow (October 29th) at 10 pm CST. Ready … and … go!

Oh wait! Don’t forget to check out our Facebook and/or Flickr pages to see more photos from today and the rest of the weekend as we explore Quilt Market 2011!

An remember, if you aren’t already, you can virtually follow us through Market via the Fat Quarter Shop Twitter for updates and photos of what we’re up to right then and there. We’ll still be doing blog updates every night, never fear, but this is for the obsessive “INEEDTOKNOWRIGHTNOW” folks… 😉

386 comments

  2. Absolutely loved reading the twitter feed and seeing the pictures! Thanks for making us feel like we were there! I love the California Girl line that Fig Tree debuted. Already can't wait! Thanks for the opportunity to win! Enjoy the rest of Market.=)

  3. Awesome first pics! I'm looking forward to seeing all the lovely new patterns and fabrics that will be coming out in the next few months.

  4. I've been reading your tweets and just finished looking at all the fabulous pictures you posted on FB. THANKS SO MUCH! Ohhhhh, I would love to win this bundle of Papillon! I'd love to see projects made with California Girl, Papillon and any sightings of Hello Luscious. Also MICHAEL MILLER fabrics – quilts, bags, aprons!

  6. I love hearing about and seeing what's going on from the other side of the world! Thanks for sharing with us and for the chance to win! I'm always looking forward to seeing the new fabric lines and what is being done with them 🙂

  8. I'm looking forward to seeing some booth shots and some previews of Aneela Hoey's Walk in the Woods line.
    Would LOVE to win a bundle of fabric – thanks folks

  10. I love the new Kate Spain collection – Good Fortune. One day when I rub the magic lamp and the quilt genie pops out, I might get my wish of attending the quilt market.

  11. I want to see all of it!! If I did not live so far away, and had more notice, I had an option to attend this time, but 2 days notice was just not enough :O( but hopefully next year!!

  13. Thank you for the school house pics. Vanessa's quilt is sooooo cute. I love seeing lots of pictures of what goes on at market. I like to live vicariously. Thanks for the chance.

  15. Love the Gumdrop Garden quilt! And love seeing what's happening at Quilt Market. I hope to go one day and experience the Moda Sample Spree Stampede! (LOL) The Papillion FQ Bundle looks wonderful…thanks for the chance to win it and be the envy of my quilt group!

  17. I'm so glad I couldn't sleep any longer and got up REALLY early to see what was going on. I loved everything, but was taken with Swirly Girl Designs – Weekends 2012 BOM.

  20. I'm most excited to see the new fabric lines and the projects made with them! In your photo montage today, I find myself really excited about Parson Gray. My oldest son wants a quilt but wants a masculine quilt that is not plaid. This line will be perfect and I had no idea about it before today!

  23. I have been following along on Twitter and I have to say it has been so much fun! I feel like I am there with you and it is so amazing to see all the new fabric lines and projects. THANK YOU for all your updates and the chance to win this GORGEOUS FQ bundle! I can't wait to see ANYTHING and EVERYTHING MODA!! Woohooo!! Have fun girls!!!

  26. I really want to see more Swirly Girl! Thanks for sharing all the quilt market info…feel like I am getting the insiders tour! Thanks for the chance to win!

  28. Always look forward to your visit to Houston. Any chance you can seek out some Aussie girls? I know there are lots of them at market.

  32. I would like to see new lines of fabrics and also booths (new quilt patterns, bags and so on). That fat quarter bundle looks absolutely wonderful.

  38. Thanks for sharing all the fun you are having at quilt market!

    I am really looking forward to seeing the Moda booths – especially Sweetwater, Fig Tree and Kate Spain.

    Have a great time and thanks for offering the awesome giveaway!

  39. What fun to see the designers and their new fabric and designs! Sample Spree looks like way too much fun! The FQ bundle looks yummy!

  40. I love seeing all my favorite designers. They always look incredible wearing something they have made with their own fabric line. It could be a apron, a scarf, a purse, a cute dress or skirt.

  46. Ooh i would love to win that fabric, thats what excites me about the market, the fabric, the patterns, the fabric, the pictures the fabric…..- irene

  47. I always love the 3 sisters colors in their fabrics.

    I'm looking forward to Daisy Cottage and Mechanical Genius and seeing other fabrics that I don't even know about yet.

  49. I love reading all the posts on Market! What I enjoy most is all the beautiful things made with new fabric lines. And the new fabric itself.

  53. I would like to see pictures of all the booths, all the new fabrics coming out and all the new quilts!! I will be sitting by my computer…waiting….In the meantime…I LOVE this fabric!! I would be OVER THE MOON to win it!! Thanks SEW much for the chance!
    Paulette

  54. I love this time of year and seeing the new fabric lines coming out. I have never been to quilt market but would love the chance!

  55. Y'all are so sweet to keep us poor unfortunate sould who were not able to attend, in the loop! Thank you! I cannot imagine how crazy, busy everyone is! I want to see it all. I feel like a kid waiting for Christmas morning!The Papillon Fat Quarter Bundle looks yummy! Thank you for your generous giveaway! Hope y'all are having a ball!

  56. I just adored the new line "Curious nature" and have already checked it out in the FQS!!! But it was also a great idea to use doilies, I have some precious ones from my old geandmother that I will use this way.

  57. Thanks for all the updates! I love seeing whats going on!
    I always look forward to seeing the pictures of all the different booths/new fabric lines!

  58. I can't wait to see all the Australian designer's booths. Of course I love my Moda designers also. Thanks for the chance to win.

  59. Hmmm…Seeing the new fabric collections and quilt designs is definitely a rush, but my favorite thing about the pictures everyone posts from market have to be the ones showing the designers, I love being able to put a face to a name and fabric line AND they always look like they are having so much fun with each other. Thanks for a chance to win some gorgeous treasure. Hugs…

  61. I enjoy it all and love traveling there through you. I especially look forward to seeing the booth shots – the creativity just amazes me. I am in love with Papillon and thank you for this wonderful opportunity. Judy C in NC

  62. It's all about the fabric. Looking forward to seeing new fabric designs from Natalie Lymer (lecien), Kate Spain and Joanna Figeroa (moda).Loving the photos from market.

  64. I love your pictures and updates of quilt market! The fabric looks beautiful and I cannot wait to see all of the great stuff in the days and weeks to come.
    Marsha

  66. I'm so looking forward to seeing the new fabrics colors and patterns. I'm always amazed at the color combinations and beautifully they blend. Have a beauty-full day!

  67. I would just love to see the way everyone has decorated their booths, there is just so much talent at quilt market

  68. I love all things market, but my favorite pictures are of the booths with the new fabric lines coming out. They always have the best quilts hanging. Thanks.

  69. I have no idea what would be instore at Quilt Market, so I'm just excited to learn more about what goes on there, and to be introduced to some new designers and products!

  70. Wow! Such a great update, love the photos & the info. I'd love to see Amy Butler & her huband doing a fabrics & design presentation. Thanks for the fab giveaway.

  71. I love seeing the new fabrics. This may be dorky, but I also like seeing the booth props; they're usually so creative.

  75. I love reading the post of the schoolhouse projects and seeing what is new and coming soon. I lvoe seeing the frenjy of moda sample spree. It just seems so exciting. dorthac@aol.com

  77. Thank you for the post on market. I wish I could be there. I like to look at all the booths, the creativity is endless. Thank you for the generous giveaway of gorgeous fabric.

  78. I really love seeing the new fabrics, it really gives me inspiration to create something!
    Thanks for the great report and giveaway!

  81. Can't wait to see the Moda booths, especially Kate Spain, Kansas Troubles and Sweetwater. Thanks for sharing this adventure with us less fortunate! Love Papillon, thanks for the giveaway! So many new projects to plan.

    grandmas9@msn.com

  88. Oh, it looks like so much fun. I am so glad to see all the photos! I am excited to see all the new fabric lines coming out – to see what I'm going to have to save my pennies for!

  89. I want to see it all! The new lines, the booths, etc. I would like to be there with you but since I can't, you are doing an excellent job of bringing it to me. I am very excited for another day of updates! Thank you.

  90. I am always stunned by the new patterns at market. everything always looks so beautiful. I can only imagine how much more beautiful it is in real life at the show. I look forward to the new fabric lines. thanks for the play by play for those of us watching from the arm chair 🙂 Janita

  91. I love looking at all the new fabric lines that are show cased at Market. The think I love to look at the most are the booths. Eye candy!!!

    Oh, and I would love to win the FQ bundle!
    Thanks for the great updates.

  95. I love seeing the booth pictures! All the new fabrics and how they've decorated with them- how much fun would that be!! Thanks for sharing the great pictures and for the chance to win!!

  96. I would be thrilled to see Anne Sutton and her booth with all her lovely fabrics and new pattern designs….the moda booth, Meg's Crabapple Hill booth, the Australian designer booths… thanks for bringing us along to QM….your pictures are wonderful…it feels like I'm walking the long aisles and experiencing 'Sample Spree'. Winning 'Papillon' would make me smile all day!! Thanks for the chance

  98. always look forward to your Market updates! What I look forward to most are the surprises…. something I didn't know about that is new & fresh!

  99. Since I've never been to Market or Festival I enjoy seeing it all. In this post, I am really excited to see the Curious Nature line by Parson Gray and Jane Sassaman's line and the aprons!

  100. Thanks for the fun review of market beginnings. I'm looking forward to seeing the awesome new fabric and patterns and the creative ways the booths are set up.

  101. I would love to be there in person to take in the sights and sounds and thrill of it all… Your tweets and posts help bring it alive for those of us who can't attend. Thanks!

  103. Truth is… I'm excited about seeing anything and everything. I'm sure I'll never get to go so I have to see it through your eyes. Thanks so much for sharing.

    Debbie

  105. Oh my goodness……….I am owned by a papillon! She has been with me for about half her life–maybe 6 years or so and she owns me. Goes everywhere with me. And now fabric–named for her?

    I am eager to see new fabric lines. Also new patterns but mostly the new fabrics and projects with them.

  106. Oh, this is gorgeous! I loved seeing this morning all your updates from the market in Facebook, but what I liked the most was seeing all the small projects around the boots. Keep the pictures coming, please 🙂

  107. Sadly, I can't go to quilt market. Maybe someday. If I were there I would be looking for fabrics from Kate Spain's upcoming line, Good Fortune. And Kate herself! I'm so crazy over Terrain that I really want to see what Kate has come up with this time.

  109. Thank you so much for all the pictures you have tweeted….it almost feels like being there!!! 🙂 I am anxious to see the photos of the booths!!!

  110. I like to see all of the smiling faces – Beautiful fabrics, Creative women & Sneaky peaks !!!! What a wonderful time a quilt market brings 😉

    The fabric Papillon is just beautiful

  112. Looks like everyone was having barrels of fun. I always look forward to a preview of upcoming fabrics and 3 sisters happens to be one of my favorite design teams.

  113. I want to see Minnick and Simpson's booth and also anything primitive. Thank you for the pictures! Are all quilt designers young and beautiful!:-)

  114. I can't wait to see EVERYTHING from Quilt Market – the new fabric, the new patterns, the new tools. It's just all so exciting and I wish I could be a part of it! And Papillon looks like it might work for a new granddaughter quilt! Thanks for keeping us posted on all the fun you're having.

  117. Beautiful! I love to see the pictures of all the booths. I love to see how the designers put together a vision.

  120. Can't wait for all the new lines of fabric and the inspiration that follows! Oh, and I absolutely love every line by 3 Sisters so I can't wait to see this one!

  121. Oooh yum. I look forward to getting a really good look at all of the patterns and fabrics in action. When you see them in advertisements.. it is just never enough pictures, and you always want to see MORE, more, more.. especially pattersn, more color options.

  122. I love to follow Quilt Market tweets and posts!! I am obsessed with fabric, but that's a good thing, right? I love seeing all the new lines and colorways that are coming out. Makes me happy !!!

  124. I positively love Jane Sasaman's Early Bird line. The dress reminds me of I Love Lucy!! It's fun to see the new lines coming out. Thanks!!

  126. Can't wait to see the new fabric! By the end of quilt market I usually have a pretty good idea about fabric that I will want to purchase and it helps me budget my quilting money. The new patterns, too! There are always wonderful new patterns, and clever new quilting ideas and notions. It must be an amazing experience to go to quilt market. Thanks for showing the photos and talking with us all about it.

  127. I can't wait to see all the new fabric lines. I would love to win the fabric bundle – thanks for the chance to win.

  130. My first love is just seeing the fabric lines, but I would also love to get some great ideas of what to do with that fabric. Thanks!

  131. I've been following your tweets. LOve seeing all the pictures. Can't wait to see all the booths. 3 sisters is my favorite so I'm excited for this giveaway, thanks!

  132. I especially looking forward to seeing all the new fabric!! 🙂 Although my eyes tend to be bigger than my stomach, if you know what I mean 😉

  133. I'm excited about seeing all the new fabric lines that will be coming out over the next months. Thanks for posting all the pics & the great giveaway.

  134. Where do you start? Thanks for sharing all the great pictures – it's the next best thing to being there! I'd love to see what coming from Ty Pennington. Parson Gray is very impressive also.

  137. I love to see pictures of the booths so I can have a preview of what patterns and fabrics will be coming to the quilts shops soon. I start planning what I hope to make before things even are available.

  146. These fabrics are wonderful! I LOVE the photos of the fabric designers. I 'know' some of them by name only and it's fun to actually get to 'see' them.

  149. fun! I love seeing the designers behind the gorgeous fabrics, their booths and just everything….I need to score a ticket to go there someday:) Always love the three sisters fabric….beautiful! thanks!!!

  150. Seeing pictures from Market is like getting the JcPenney Christmas catalog when I was a kid. So much to look at and ooooh and aaaah over. I love seeing the new lines and what are the new trends. Curious Nature looks great, can't wait to see me.

  152. This is a gorgeous bundle! I want to see the Primitive Gatherings booth, and Laurie & Polly's new stuff, and, of course, Anne's booth and Brenda Riddle's new line! Too many more to mention! Thank you all for sharing Market with us!

  154. Great pictures! Thank you for sharing. I loved the Pear Tree line of fabric. I look forward to seeing all the new fabric lines and patterns that pop up after market.
    Have a super great time!

  156. I look forward to seeing the trends in color and design that are coming way. I also look forward to seeing the projects that were made to display in booths. Your day looks like it was a lot of fun.

  157. I am most excited about seeing the fabric and the quilts made from the new fabric lines. I love the inspiration. Also, I am excited to see pictures of the booths. I have never been and would love to go to the quilt market and just watch and listen! Thanks for doing a giveaway!

  158. I love seeing market virtually since I can't attend, so fun to follow along with you. I want to see it all, lol. I love seeing the booths and new quilt designs along with the fabrics.

    Debbie

  159. I love seeing blog posts with pictures of the new lines and how they've been used in quilts, etc. Thanks for sharing pictures for those of us who don't go!

  163. I love the Daisy Dance line. The perfect colors and prints to make a quilt for my granddaughter. Thanks for the chance to win!

  165. I love the Daisy Dance line. The perfect colors and prints to make a quilt for my granddaughter. Thanks for the chance to win!

  167. Sooo many wonderful fabrics and ideas. I love Moda and Fig Tree …always so many fabrics to choose from to make fun and lovely quilts.

  172. I'm having a problem posting, so I hope it works this time. I enjoyed reading and looking at all the neat quilts. Looks like everyone is having a great time. I especially love the Gumdrop Garden quilt..so colorful! Thanks for the chance to win that great fabric!

  173. Greetings from Northern Saskatchewan CANADA! Thanks so much for keeping us up to date with all your wonderful pictures! I feel like I'm there with you! I love the pictures you show of the booths – how they decorate and fill them with wonderful new ideas……….ah to be there. But this is the next best thing! Thanks for the chance to win Papillon from my favorite designer.

  174. I want to see if there are any new American Jane or French General lines coming out.

    How fun!!!

    BTW – Kimberly, you look just like one of my professors at BYU. I always think of her when I see pictures of you. 🙂

  177. I have to say I like the doily quilt – (just so you know, I'm fated to win – my word verification is "prize")

  178. I'm looking forward to seeing the new trends in fabric, new patterns, and how the designers display their products in their booths. Their creativity is incredible!

  184. I'd love to see what's new from sweet water, Bunny hill, American Jane, acorn quilts, oh who am I kidding I want to see it all! Lol! Have fun!

  185. I'm interested in things I can take with me. My quilts are stacking up at home or been given away to family, so I'm loving bags, zippered catch-alls, jackets, or maybe a shawl lined in something yummy (!!!!) to make me feel unique as a sewer. Plus I meet the BEST people that way when they stop to comment about what I've made 🙂

  187. I just loved the I Heart collection. I am a little shy with the new wild colors so was glad to see the more gentle shades by Rashida Coleman Hale Her designs are so much fun…

  190. Show us the booth pics…….there is always more quilts we want to see……….aaaaaaaahhhhhhhhh……..so many quilts ….so little time……..must not sleep!

  191. Love seeing all the new fabric from the designers. It always amazes me how they come up with so many fresh and new ideas. Thanks for the giveaway!

  195. I love seeing the new quilt patterns and, of course, the new fabric designs. It is also fun to put a face with a name via your photos. Thanks for a generous giveaway.

  198. Interesting concept with Vanessa Christenson's new book, will have to check that out. Also love the 3 sisters papillon line of fabric, it looks scrumptious! Jane

  199. I was just thinking how great it would be to see live feeds of you all walking around seeing the goods. I mean, if somehow we can just strap a camera on your heads! LOL Actually could you please also share some civil war and Jo Morton things? I'd love to see some of that as well! Thanks for the chance! Have fun!!

  200. I love reading all about the market because I know I'll never get there!! so please keep posting pictures of all the goodies you're seeing!

  201. The next best thing to actually being at the Quilt Market would be to win the fabric you are giving away. I'll keep my fingers crossed. Dacia

  204. I love seeing the new fabric. And the new patterns. And all the new ideas. I'm going to the festival next weekend. It will be my first time there and I cannot wait! Y'all enjoy!

  205. I have to choose? Gads! Well, Parson Gray, Kate Spain's newest line, and Jane Sassaman's latest. Just off the top of my head these are the ones I'm waiting for, but I'm sure I could come up with more if I gave it more than a second of thought!

  206. I love seeing the new lines of fabric and all the beautiful quilts that are made using all the gorgeous fabric.Lori Holt, Amy Butler, Aneela Hoey, just ot name a few.

  208. Thanks so much for all the pictures – that's what I like most – pictures of all the designers & bloggers I read about but seldom get to see! Thanks for the chance to win a great bundle too. Keep having FUN!

  209. Oh my gosh what do I not like to see from quilt market !!!! SSOOOO wish that I could go !!!! 🙁 Alas I am most interested in the new coming lines and what people have already done with them. Seriously inspiring and so much fun !!!

  210. love these posts straight from the market! you catch the excitement, the color and the camaraderie that you experience. you pick up the eye catchers … love that doily quilt.

  212. So fun to see all the new trends in design and color – wish I could be there in person, but for now I guess we'll just have to settle for checking in here! Love that fat quarter bundle!

  213. I honestly know very little of what quilt market is about, but I love to see the pictures from it and get a sense of this great event. Of course love seeing the quilts!!!

  214. I love seeing all the new fabric lines and what has been made with them to show them off. I want to see what has been made with Papillon, and what Westminster has to share.

  215. If I was at quilt market, I would be looking for the AAQI booth with all the mini quilts for sale. Love this fat quarter bundle and would love to win it.

  217. Looking forward to the new Patty Young and Kate Spain lines! This bundle would be a great gift for a certain someone though. Thanks for all the updates and the giveaway!

  218. Oh man, there is nothing I am NOT looking forward to seeing. I live vicariously through you guys. I'm in Canada and there's little change of getting to a quilt market.

  219. Thanks for all the fun information about Quilt Market. Love the Papillon group of fabrics. I am also very interested in Amy Butler's husbands new line… Thanks! Jan D

  220. I have been following along on Twitter-thanks for all of the great pictures!!! I love to see the designer's booths and upcoming fabric lines. Thanks for the chance to win. I LOVE 3 Sisters!!!!

  223. I'm most excited about that Parson Gray line and Ty Pennington's new line. I need to start buying fabrics for a bed quilt and my husband wants 'no florals!' so I'm so excited to see some male designers with new lines 🙂
    ourbusylittlebunch(at)hotmail(dot)com

  224. I'm really looking forward to seeing pictures of everything and everyone. It really brings Market to life and the designers too. And all the news of course!

  226. I am probably just increasing the odds the someone else will win, but I can't pass up the chance! Can't wait to see what's new for French General! And It's Sew Emma too!
    I'm Coni in UT!

  227. I don't think I could ever choose one thing! I get so excited to see everything 😉 – Lisa C.

  228. I love seeing the fabric companies booths, the quilts and new fabrics they are showing!
    its all about the fabric isn't it????
    thanks I would love to make a quilt with Papillon! thanks
    Kathie

  238. What lovely fabric! I'd like to see the booths. That way we get to see the new fabric lines and items made with these. Thanks for the giveaway.

  241. I'm loving the people with their work and the booths – for those of us who live vicariously thru blogs like yours (as we never get to go to these events.). Thank you fir your great blog posts!

  242. I cannot wait to get there for the International Quilt Show starting Wednesday. These pictures of everything new have me ready to sew some spectacular quilts in 2012.

  243. I love to see the fabric lines that are coming out and dream of the beautiful creation I could make with them! Thanks for keeping us updated!

  244. Thank you so much for pictures to whet my appitite for new fabric. The Jane Sassaman stuff looks wonderful, but the Pappilon also looks great. I'm sure I'll have new favorites each day as I look forward to your pictures of the new lines and patterns. Kathie L in Allentown

  246. Love, love, love that Early Bird line!

    This would be an amazing show to attend!

    I'm adding it to my bucket list!

    Thanks for letting me tag along!

    And thanks for the fun giveaway.

  248. I love to see the booths! The creativity required to pull it off is unbelievable! I love 3 Sisters! I would love to own it! ;0

  249. This was an excellent insight into the doings of quilt market and I look forward to seeing the new fabrics as they come down the line to us. Thanks for the peeks and this splendid Papillon giveaway

  250. Knowing I'll probaly never get there,I love hearing about it all.. But if I have to choose, I love hearing about new notions, and of course to see all the wonderful new fabrics..
    Greetings from the Netherlands

  251. Great post! Thank you. Beautiful things coming soon. I just love the dress using Jane Sassman's "Early Birds". That fabric is gorgeous. And Patty's "Lush" line is such a great Spring line. I cannot wait to make something with that for our Granddaughter who is expected in Feb of next year.

    What I'm waiting to see is all of Ty's new fabric line. I've seen bits of it and have heard it's awesome. mabdutsy

  252. I had no idea Vanessa Christensen had a book out… man, am I a poor reader on Facebook. Thanks for sharing that (Christmas gift idea!).

  254. OMGosh, how wonderful!! I just wish I could have gone. All the new material and ideas are so exciting to see. There just isn't enough time in the day to do all the things I can see.:P Thank you so much for sharing and I TOO would love to win this giveaway. You are so kind to share with us all. Thanks again. Also I am a follower. Love your blog.

  261. I'm looking forward to seeing the booths with all the quilts made from the upcoming fabric lines. That new 3 Sisters line is gorgeous!

  264. Thanks for all your tidbits from market!
    I'm so excited to see what Tula Pink's come up with and to have a closer look at Aneela Hoey's Walk in the Woods 🙂
    Thanks for the giveaway!

  265. Yes, that Papillon is absolutely gorgeous. Man! I loved that doily quilt. Really beautiful. I am looking forward to seeing previews of all the new fabric lines. That's always my favorite part.:)

  269. I can't wait to see all the new lines. I love knowing where next season's fabric is going so I can plan out my quilts for the rest of the year.

  270. The thing I enjoy the most is all the ideas and inspiration – I had hoped to attend the public portion of the show this year and it didn't work out – this is the next best thing!

  271. Being on the other side of the world means I can only dream of attending Quilt Market. Thank you so much for sharing all the beautiful photos, I don't feel like I'm missing out so much! I love seeing all the new fabric lines, and already have ideas on how I can use that lovely bundle you are giving away.

  272. This is hard, because I love it all! Besides all the wonderful new product, I especially love being able to put names and faces together…thank you so much for labeling people in the photos so I could do that! It would be great to experience Market and the Houston show one day in person, until then, thank you! Kathy O in GA

  273. Just love all the new fabrics.
    Thanks for keeping us in the loop.
    and for the chance to win. I look forward to more!
    Shawn In Michigan

  274. All that fabric would be a sensory overload just like chocolate – would love to have your job!!! The new fabrics and designs really wake up your imagination to create! Running to order NOW….

  275. I'd love to see the booths of people who are at market for the first time – new designers to watch for, etc. thanks for the update and the chance to win a gorgeous bundle!

  276. I love seeing the trends in colors that appear at Market. Loving the shades of gray that are in more and more lines.

  278. I'll never get to a real market ever, so I especially like following you there..so exciting! I like seeing the designers; being able to put a face to the name and I watch for the newest color trends.

  279. Even though it is early to be thinking about it, I am so excited to get my hands on some of aneela hoey's latest line. I've already explained to my husband how perfect it would be for a little girl (or two!) someday. 🙂

  285. I really liked the modern quilt relish. I usually like Jo Morton so this is really different, but I LOVE it. really easy and very fresh. Maybe it is the snow outside, but I must have that quilt.

  286. I want to see red/blue/tan small prints for the Dear Jane I keep meaning to start. Once I've decided on a color scheme, the rest should be a snap, right? LOL

  287. I love seeing all the pictures from the designer's booths. It makes me want to start sewing with all the new lines of fabric coming out.

  292. I just excited to see all the new fabrics that are due to come out! i haven't bought any fabric for a while so I'm hoping there are lots of "Must Haves"…wait…maybe I should wish for not so many Must Haves…my wallet and hubby may be thankful for that! 😉

  294. Just love following all the excitement! Papillon and the California Girls and Reunion have been teasing us so it would be just great to win that bundle. Thanks!

  296. I'm always excited to see the booths at market. They are always so colorful and inspiring! When I go to the Quilt Festival in Houston I always find one fabric, pattern, or gadget that makes me fall in love with quilting all over again. Then I can't wait to get home to start touching, playing,working with it. The Festival feels like Christmas morning did when you were a kid.

  297. I love it all!! seing all the fun makes me wish I could go with you. Ilove the new fabrics & patterns and all your photos and your comments you share with us. Look forward to more!!!!

  303. This new collection from 3 Sisters snuck up on me… I love their fabric – this one looks perfect for my stash!!
    Jennifer G.

  306. I would be so thrilled to see all the new fabrics, especially anything by Kate Spain. I hope that I'd be able to slow myself down to where I could appreciate each and every fabric I saw, and not have them all lumped up in a big blur.

    It's best for my pocketbook that you're the one at Market. I'll live vicariously through your purchases. 🙂

  308. I can't wait to see the new Tula Pink line. I love reading about market and all the pics you've posted. Thanks for the chance to win such yummy fabric!

  309. This is second best to being at Market thanks for posting all of the pictures, quilts, people fabric I love it all. I look forward to seeing booths, coming up. Thanks for chance to win.

  310. I just love seeing all the pictures from quilt Market. I have been waiting breathlessly for the new Anna Griffin line. I just LOVE her fabrics so very much!!

  314. I think it is cool that someone has come up with some fabric that will appeal to the men who enjoy our craft… I love all the fabric lines that get introduced so I just look forward to seeing all the things you get to touch and feel for us…

  316. I can't wait to see my friend Malka Dubrowsky's new fabric line for Moda! So exciting! And I love 3 sisters – so pretty.

  322. It's great to read about Market with photos. It would be nice to read a recap by you of what you think the trends and directions seem to be from the products introduced / revealed at Market. Anyone you can call an up-and-comer fabric designer?
    Would love to win one of your giveaways someday! Today is my Birthday so perhaps it will be so.

  323. It almost feels like like being there when I read your post. I especially love to hear the news about Moda.
    Thanks for offering a giveaway. I would love to win!

  327. What a gorgeous bundle!!!! 3 Sisters designs are always so elegant and classy and the colors in this bundle are luscious! I love seeing pictures of the designers. Some of them I feel like I know because I follow their blogs but others are new faces. Seeing new fabrics is great fun and seeing who designed them is the icing on the cake.

  328. Like everyone else I am waiting to see all of the new fabric lines! That is a beautiful bundle of fabrics, would love to win it!

  331. I love hearing about the new things at market! I start making my list for the next few months from the blog posts. Keep up the good work!

  333. I love all your sharing. I like seeing all the new products that our coming out!! It really gets me excited, and I start saving for my favorites!!

  337. Thanks for sharing with all of us who can't be there! So fun! I love seeing pictures of the designers' booths…sometimes we can see something that inspires a new project! Thanks for the chance to win lovely fabric!

  341. I really wanna see what the Blackbird Design gals are up to. :o) Of course, this FQ bundle is pretty exciting too.

  343. what a great time you had and just can't wait to see all the new things especially the fabrics.

  344. It's a tie: I am loving seeing the new fabric lines, and am equally enjoying hearing about all the fun you're all having. Quilters are such a nice group, don't you think? Who wouldn't want to be part of it?

  345. The best part has got to be seeing all the new fabric lines. I'll be in Houston next week at the Quilt Show — can't wait to see what's new!

  348. I am LOVING all the pictures y'all are posting on twitter – it's been so great to see the fabric swatches! I'm excited to see more of David Butler's line, and I always love the market recaps with all the pictures of the designers' booths. THANKS for the generous giveaway!

  349. Thank you so much for sharing the Quilt Market photos with us! I am most excited about seeing the display quilts made to showcase new fabric lines.

  351. I wrote a big comment and it disappeared into cyber space I guess. 🙁 So all I have to say now is that I would like to see more pics of fabric lines being show cased. Thanks !

  353. I just LOVE seeing the booths! The talent that some of you ladies display setting up those booths is unbelievable!!! Hope you all are having a blast!
    thank you sew much for the chance to win some 3 Sisters fabric! Yummm!

  355. Of course I am most excited to see all of the beautiful fabrics! So much inspiration all in one place! EEK! I'd die….

    And that doily quilt? FABULOUS! I need that book!

  356. I am just loving all the market posts. I can't wait to see Fig Tree's new fabric and patterns. Joanna always designs the prettiest fabrics and projects.

  357. I loved seeing so many of the bloggers in person and putting a face to those bloggers. It looks like it was a very fun event with lots of wonderful fabrics and designers.
    Regards from Western Canada,
    Anna

  358. I am most excited about seeing all the new collections coming out and trying to figure out which one to buy first! So much wonderful stuff to see. Love it!

  363. Oh my gosh…what wouldn't I be excited to see at Quilt Market. The patterns, the fabrics…LOVE it all. I am so in love with the vintage dress patterns. Way too much fun. Thanks for sharing.

  367. I just love all the pictures to see what market is like. Really enjoy the sneak previews and new patterns. How lucky you are to go twice a year!!

  368. Ditto to some of the others, that doily quilt is what I am most excited about. Have to figure out how to make one for myself. 🙂

    I do love Mr. Butler's fabrics and quilt too.

  369. It is just so exciting seeing all the new fabrics and patterns. Thanks for the update.
    I love to see all the booths. Sandi

  370. You are killing me! Wish I could be there to see all the new fabrics in person./ Love Thomas Knauer's fabrics! Where has he been all my life?

  372. I get really excited about all the fabrics and booth set ups. Keep taking pictures and allowing me to see all the fine things in Houston. Kathy

  373. It's all absolutely beautiful – so many things to enjoy and we are so fortunate you allow us to enjoy this experience with you! It's always exciting to see what new things our favorite shops will be bringing home for us to play with:)

  374. My oh my! This is what heaven must be like. I just love seeing the designers in person. Having a face for the fabrics you love just makes it soooo much more special.
    Princess Tanya

  376. Riley Blake has a line called Back Country. It's a must have for my family. I also look forward to Ten Little Things, and Prairie Paisley ll. Thank you for all your work with the pictures. I think you are wonderful.

  379. The show looked wonderful and wished I could have been there! The best is all !! the new fabric I just love, the booths looked great, great job to all who made it wonderful for people who could "not" make it. Thank You!

  381. I love the new Cosmo Cricket 'Salt Air' group and the new Basic Grey "Hello Luscious' group. The new 3 Sisters group above is very pretty too!

  384. I'm most excited for the new patterns and fabrics by bonnie and camille–they're my fave! but that flock line might be a new fave!