I went to QuiltCon! – 2015.02.18-23

I just got back late last night from QuiltCon in Austin Texas.

There were hundreds of amazing quilts.  You can see a small sample of them here, including the award winners.  And Luana Rubin’s Flickr page gives a good idea of what the quilts looked like hanging in the show.

It was a wonderful opportunity to see the quilts ‘up close and in person’, attend inspiring lectures, spend time with friends and fellow quilters, enjoy great food, buy fabric, etc.

I took lots of photos.  Here are just a few of my favorites, starting with me standing in front of my quilt.

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This was my pick for Viewers Choice, GLITCH by Susan Strong (another Canadian!).

GLITCH!  Designed, made and quilted by Susan Strong.  Kona solids and quilted with Aurifil thread.

 

Here’s a rusty metal armadillo I spotted on our way to dinner one night.  I wonder what’s in the grass?

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We had to stop at Gourdough’s Big Fat Donuts food truck, even though the temperature had dropped to almost freezing – I’m talking about eating donuts outside in 3 degree Fahrenheit weather!  They were worth it!

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Yesterday, we had to wait a few hours in the Austin airport for our flight home.  We found a wonderful place to relax and enjoy some great wine and food – Vino Volo – very civilized!

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2 Responses to I went to QuiltCon! – 2015.02.18-23

  1. It was so nice to see your stunning quilt in person and to see you at QuiltCon!

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