Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Market!


Okay - since this was my first time going to Market I have to say that I was completely overwhelmed - seriously - so much so that I didn't take nearly as many pictures as I wanted. But - I managed to snap the craziness of Sample Spree on my phone. Just imagine a million woman (I saw a few men) running like crazy to snatch up new fabric fast, it was like Disneyland at its worst with wall to wall people times ten! Seriously - 15 minutes - $500 later and I was like - get me out of here!


Moda had a free photo booth and my partner in crime, aka Mom was there with me to take it all in. We had so much fun!


We ran into Susie - a long time friend and punch needle expert - she always makes us laugh - got to love her scissor head! Ha!


I met Angela in Julie's booth. Angela is an incredible long arm quilter, so it was great to talk to her!


Amber is a doll! I have gotten to know Amber a little bit over blogging, so it was great to meet her. She is as nice as can be! Her pattern line is Gigi's Thimble and she has some adorable patterns.


Here I am with my doll block for the Riley Blake "All Dolled Up" quilt. These quilts were adorable!


Here is a close up of the block - I am not sure who quilted this, but they did a fabulous job!


I couldn't go to Market without meeting Camille - she is so AMAZING - she is as genuine as I imagined her to be and it was so great to finally meet her.


Just for laughs!

Camille's booth was beautiful and her new patterns and new fabric Ruby are gorgeous. I happened to get a couple of FQB's of Ruby during Sample Spree and I am going to use one for a new design. YAY!! I can't wait to cut into it.

And for all you that want to know - we have ordered a ton of Ruby precuts and they are available for pre-purchase. Get them while you can! We have also ordered all of the new Moda lines that are coming out through October!

Market was so fun - I had a great time, but the truth is there was so much to see that I just didn't see it all - I was a little overwhelmed with how much there was. Row after row of amazing booths and talented people. I really wish I would have gotten more pictures, maybe next time?

16 comments:

Needled Mom said...

It sounds like a fun madhouse!!! What a thrill it must have been to meet so msny talented people.

Barb said...

That does sound like alot of fun....

Amy said...

Gosh Judi! Your smile makes me smile..... cute as a stinkin' button!!!!

Deborah said...

I love the new Fairy Tale Friends and just about all the rest of the new line. Ruby ROCKS!!
Looks like you had a great time!
Deborah

Unknown said...

What a fun day! I'm glad you enjoyed it. :)

Monica said...

I was the same way! I don't know why but it felt bigger than last Market in Houston. I really thought this was a fantastic market!

dream quilt create said...

I Love and miss your partner in crime. I absolutely love your quilting, you are extremely talented ♥

Sparky said...

Judy, you are as cute as a button too..a green one in fact..as in green with envy for taking us along with you and making us feel part of the show...will add you to our sightings at stash...great shots...

Jenny said...

I'm still thinking about Quilt Market and it was so great meeting you! One of my favorite moments at market!
~Jenny

Christina said...

Judi,
I love the blonde hair; you are always so darling!
Christina P.

funcupl said...

Glad you had fun at Market...you are a blondie now...how cute!

Claudia
WooWoo Quilt
Northeast IA

IHaveANotion ~ Kelly Jackson said...

I typically am running...no kidding and I come home with a few thousand plus photos....it is overwhelming and amazing...and exciting and absolutely wonderful to meet such talented people. I'm soooo glad you got to go and enjoy yourself.

Hugs,
Kelly

PatSloan said...

seriously did I actually meet you or dream it? I did miss a few people. tell me I didn't miss you!

Sherri said...

It was so much fun to be there and finally get to see everything in person! Love the photos of you and Camille...right in front of one of the quilts I pieced for her!

Litamora's Quilt & Design said...

Thanks for sharing those gorgeous photos! Looks like you had a great day! Must have been sooo special to meet Camille and the other designers, and I bet they enjoyed meeting you too :o)
Happy weekend

Camille said...

Hmm... had I known that picture would make it on your blog, I would have tried to not look like such a dweeb!

It was so fun to meet you, now more than ever we need to get together for lunch and chatting. Yes??