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Sunday, October 30, 2011

Saturday in Houston for Quilt Market 2011

I sware I'm getting old or something.  I used to be able to stay up and post to my blog at night....but now I need my rest.  It was a busy day and I just wanted to share a few fun photos without any stories...just some teasers.

Michael Miller Fabrics Booth

Pillow & Maxfield new collection, Ohh La La for Michael Miller Fabrics.
I love the simplicity of their booth, my eyes go directly to their fabrics and my attention was not taken away by props etc. 
Patricia Bravo, Art Gallery Fabrics standing next to a very sensual over dress/coat....I'm not sure what it is called but it stopped me dead in my tracks.
I know many of you ladies think Brint (Famore Scissors) is eye-candy....so this pix is for you.....does this sound like sexual harrassment?  If so, I'll be judged by a jury of my peers and what quilter who would want to convict me? 

Paula Nadlestern's new fabric line...and wait till I show you what she is doing now....all I can say is, "Great Balls of Beauty"...(sung with the passion of Jerry Lee Lewis)  I'll give you more details later!

Brandon Mabley, Kaffe Fassett and Liza Prior Lucy's booth.  I know it looks like a whole lot of color....but you know I would absolutely love to have a room with that chair and quilt along with the fabric on the walls....I'd be in heaven.
Bet you can't guess who's new fabric line this is?  Go ahead...guess....nope, nope and nope.
This is David Butler's first line of fabrics...they are sophisticated for sure.
What?  You say you know know who David Butler is?  I've blogged about David before...he is Amy Butler's husband and an amazing photographer, graphic designer and a member of the Black Owls, a rock band.

Amy Butler's booth and new line, Lark.

Aurifil's booth...a garden picnic.  Definitely one picnic I waant to be invited to.  I'd be asking for at least two extra servings!!! :)

I know this is only a small sampling of Market....but I have two more days to go and I'm not wonder woman....but I will do my best to get more pix up tomorrow night.

Smiles,
Kelly

31 comments:

  1. SewCalGalOctober 30, 2011 at 12:35 AM

    Hey, you are younger than I am. But then, I don't think I can keep up with all you do in a day.

    Great photos & insights on Quilt Market. Thank you! Rest. tomorrow is another big day!

    SewCalGal
    www.sewcalgal.blogspot.com

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  2. ♥DuffOctober 30, 2011 at 12:51 AM

    awesome! I"m up late and I think just about everyone is on FB--so glad you are here where the photos are big! OH, I just love the David Butler--I think I'll save my pennies for that!

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  3. AllieOctober 30, 2011 at 12:59 AM

    I'm surprised you're blogging at all girl, these pics are just amazing, I can tell you're enjoying it!

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  4. Marina LouwOctober 30, 2011 at 1:51 AM

    I wish I could be there- thank you so much for the lovely photos & enjoy the rest of the market!

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  5. WendyOctober 30, 2011 at 2:57 AM

    Thank you for all of the eye candy!! so sweet of you to share pictures :) :) Get your rest and I look forward to seeing your next post!!

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  6. Rafael's MumOctober 30, 2011 at 3:43 AM

    I've said for years I don't know how you keep going! So nice to know you need sleep like the rest of us ;-) Still wonder woman for all you achieve!! Thanks for the pics, looking forward to more.

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  7. Heleen GrootOctober 30, 2011 at 4:18 AM

    By sleeping you simply refresh your eyes. All the better for taking in all those AAAAMAAAAZING booths! I will have to put this one on my travel wishlist. Now to find the right excuse for going there.......Have loads of fun and thank you for sharing!

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  8. Rhonda the RamblerOctober 30, 2011 at 7:17 AM

    You have a great job...one with many up sides and down sides. It is great to see you experiencing an up. Thanks for dragging us along with you.

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  9. Jean(ie)October 30, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    Brint is such a cutie... he has that same kind smile my hubby has. (wink)

    Thanks for the preview. Do get some rest. It's the perfect place to spend some "me" time, dear... no interruptions. Hugs!

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  10. MicheleOctober 30, 2011 at 7:39 AM

    I like-y, I like-y. Some of it I like-y A LOT especially the Ohhh La La line. It is perfect for a quilt that I am working on right now.

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  11. Dana GaffneyOctober 30, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    Perfect pictures Kelly, post when you can, we'll be patient and thanks for the eye candy.

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  12. Denise :)October 30, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    Awesome, awesome, awesome! It's *almost* as good as being there -- thanks for sharing with us, Kelly! :)

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  13. MommarockOctober 30, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    I think part of it might be the inner energy pull. The want to do/see every little item at the market.. not to miss anything. Oh my goodness!! I do agree that I love the Ooh la la booth, I really want to SEE the fabrics. I also however want to see ideas of how to use them.. it is a dilemma.

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  14. Gene BlackOctober 30, 2011 at 8:44 AM

    I wish I could pillage Brandon Mabley, Kaffe Fassett and Liza Prior Lucy's booth. You know I love bright colors!

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  15. BarbOctober 30, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    Kelly, I just love it when you post about Huston.....wish I was beaming down.....looks like a eye candy over load....thanks so much!!

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  16. JuliaPOctober 30, 2011 at 1:26 PM

    Thank you for the great pictures!! Saw your picture on Sandi's blog and you looked fabulous! Have fun and can't wait to read your reviews.

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  17. WoolenSailsOctober 30, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    I love seeing the booths and the fun displays, you know where to find them;) I knew you couldn't stay away from the scissor man, lol.

    Debbie

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  18. UnknownOctober 30, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    I love the Parson Gray line! I may cave and purchase some just to make some extra special items for my husband!

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  19. JocelynOctober 30, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    Love the pictures. It's so fun to see what goes on at Market.

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  20. SusanOctober 30, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    Heaven...it must be just like heaven!

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  21. Mary on Lake PulaskiOctober 30, 2011 at 3:37 PM

    Great photos Kelly - things I haven't seen around blogland! Thanks.

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  22. AnonymousOctober 30, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    OH what FUN you are having!!!! Thank you for sharing...I'm get'n the BUG to get in my quilt room! :D Either that, or some Retail Fabric Therapy! ;)

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  23. VickieOctober 30, 2011 at 5:19 PM

    That was so fun! I can't wait for another trip around market! Thanks for sharing!

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  24. suemacOctober 30, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    Thanks for the pix. I am enjoying the preview.

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  25. sewfunquiltsOctober 30, 2011 at 6:22 PM

    Oh Kelly.......thanks for the fun time with your pictures. Love the Oh La La booth..simple and their fabrics....whew!

    Enjoy your time.

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  26. VickiTOctober 30, 2011 at 6:31 PM

    Wow Kelly ~ Great stuff for sure. Those booths are just as gorgeous as all the new fabric lines we have coming. And oh my! YES PLEASE! I'd like an invitation to that picnic as well. Did you see all those little boxes of thread behind the table? *drool*

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  27. sandraOctober 30, 2011 at 7:21 PM

    I hear you Kelly where does the energy go.I love the pictures I am envious of anyone that gets to go to quilt mart. I would give anything to go except my grandchildren. Sandra

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  28. IndiannaOctober 31, 2011 at 11:30 AM

    Thanks for the pictures - love the Parson Gray fabric line - the circle quilt looks fantastic.

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  29. UnknownOctober 31, 2011 at 11:09 PM

    I'm in love with the Miller Fabrics display! I'm doing a table for a fund-raiser in two weeks and except for the car, it's a lot alike. Yep, I'm a dyed in the wool parkie.

    Keep your strength up, we need more 'eye candy'.... drool. (And i'm not talking scissors here...)

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  30. MishkaNovember 1, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    Great photos, thanks Kelly!

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  31. SandiNovember 2, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    Kelly, sorry I never got to see you again at market. Will get that package out to you soon! Hope you had a safe trip home.

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