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Friday, September 3, 2010

Eleanor Burns at Checker Distributor 62 Anniversary Open House

Eleanor Burns presented Quilt Blocks on American Barns during the Checker Open House.  I think I took no less than 285 photos of Quilt In A Day Quilts and Lady Eleanor during her presentation.  I wanted to capture something that is impossible to capture without a video camera.  Even if I had taken a video of the presentation it would definitely not come close to the experience of being with Lady Eleanor while she shares her quilts and stories.  Being the CEO of IHAN, I made an executive decision - I"m not going to  show you every photo instead I am sharing this:

IHAN's interpretation of Lady Eleanor's style and grace as she invites others to join in the dance with fabric and thread to create warmth and beauty that will continue to inspire future generations to Join In The Dance.



(Note: Some of the photos are less than clear but there is no mistaking the joy Lady Eleanor shared with us that day. Music is by Karl Anthony)

Thank you Lady Eleanor for sharing your gifts with us.

Smiles,
Kelly

 

12 comments:

  1. SewCalGalSeptember 3, 2010 at 2:10 AM

    My eyes are tearing in joy. Eleanor has given so much to the world of quilting, that yes, I'll dance with Eleanor any time. She deserves so much recognition for what she has contributed to the world of quilting. Thank you for sharing such a wonderful post. And lucky you for having the chance to meet Eleanor in person. I'm just a distant fan, of all Eleanor and Quilt in a Day stand for.

    SewCalGal
    www.sewcalgal.blogspot.com

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  2. BarbSeptember 3, 2010 at 4:00 AM

    She certainly shares a since of excitement and fun....

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  3. Gene BlackSeptember 3, 2010 at 7:09 AM

    is there ever a time she isn't smiling?

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  4. AnonymousSeptember 3, 2010 at 10:01 AM

    One of my goals for this weekend is to talk my stepdaughter Gladys into making a barn quilt for her farm.

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  5. SheilaSeptember 3, 2010 at 12:46 PM

    What a joyful tribute! I truly hope she somehow gets to see it...she'd be thrilled!

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  6. Dana GaffneySeptember 3, 2010 at 1:36 PM

    Thank you Kelly, love to see some many pictures of Eleanor with her signature smile.

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  7. sewfunquiltsSeptember 3, 2010 at 2:35 PM

    Thanks, Kelly,...wonderful tribute to a great lady! She is an inspiration for sure and spreads joy wherever she goes. I enjoyed her presentation at Houston Quilt Festival too!

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  8. MoeWestSeptember 3, 2010 at 2:55 PM

    She really enjoys herself! If I ever get the chance to see her in person, I'm there!

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  9. CarinSeptember 3, 2010 at 3:57 PM

    Isn't Eleanor just the nicest lady

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  10. MickiSeptember 3, 2010 at 5:25 PM

    She taught me how to quilt...I made my first log cabin quilt with one of her books. She is amazing!
    Micki

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  11. WoolenSailsSeptember 3, 2010 at 11:31 PM

    I have taped some of her shows, she has way too much energy for me, lol.

    Debbie

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  12. Darlene BSeptember 5, 2010 at 9:44 AM

    I love the background music. Good reminder for us to remember to Dance and enjoy what life has to offer us! Thanks for sharing.

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