Just back from Spring Quilt Market in Pittsburgh! What a friendly city. Stayed at the Doubletree, their chocolate chip cookies yummy. Liked their eco smart card which you put in your light outlet to put on the air and lights. Did a lot of walking to the Convention Center, getting lost on the way back some had its perks to seeing more of the beautiful architecture.
Had a great time with Creative Homearts family in the booth and at dinner. I created some samples for National Nonwovens booth in their new Xotic felt a mix of bamboo and rayon. So very soft! They were kind enough to write up my new book Sweatshirt Remix in their newsletter. My funky owl and chick enjoyed lots of attention at the show, the jungle bright colors were hard to miss!
Quilts Inc. has been putting on two international tradeshows for the past 30 years.There are classes held prior and during the show. My very talented room mate Phyllis Dobbs gave a presentation based on trends and her new fabric line. There are many fabric companies exhibiting, the atmosphere very friendly, the displays of quilts and related sewing products beautiful. The trends in color still much of the traditional but bold, jewel tones were very evident. Still lots of pet themed fabrics especially dogs. Wearables and children's wear, purses all in bright, slight retro feel fabrics with a fresh update. Attendees, many were dressed in lovely garments, blouses and skirts they had sewn in lively bold fresh prints.
Connecting with dear friends in such an inspiring environment is a part of a richly rewarding work life. I am grateful everyday for my creative cohorts and friends. To love what you do, to know you bring meaning to the world by what you share there is no greater gift than that!
Debra CEO! Creative Eternal Optimist!
