I'm Going To Try

Blogging has been on the back burner here at Upstate Mississippi while I get my planner pages ready to launch.  The shop is still in progress and not completely live, but it is up. Go take a look at it (HERE) and let me know what you think. I have a special coupon code in my back pocket for your honest thoughts. All thoughts are welcome-good, bad, ugly, confusing.  

With this post, I am jumping on the #31dayblogchallenge hosted by Cheryl Sleboda. Come over and see what other bloggers, crafters and business owners are taking part.

Quilt Art

The AQS Quilt show was in Chattanooga back in September and I am still amazed at the beautiful pieces of work I saw. I am very, very, very new to quilting and I'm still determining if quilting is something that I'd like to do. I would love to believe that I could produce art of this quality and I'd be thrilled just to get to the honorable mention section! These were some of my favorites from the show. 

I must start off with the group I think steals the show every time... The Tentmakers of Cairo. This handmade beauty took my breath away.

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I purchased the stencil for this tree and I am looking forward to making something out of it.

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This pi quilt really spoke to the engineering geek in me. It was only on my second visit that I noticed the digits of pi in the border of the quilt. Awesome!

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This piece was just gray and beautiful and I completely agreed with it's win of Best Use of Color.

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This quilted portrait was nothing short of amazing. The beaded layers really made this stand out. I was surprised not to see an award badge attached.

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More gray loveliness! Not only was this hand quilted but some of the elements were crocheted on. I would redecorate if it meant I could bring this home.

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I have a few more pieces from the show that I want to show you but I'm holding on to them.  I am truly going to turn the inspiration into real-to-me projects. At least I'm going to try. More to come soon!