I'm sure you are tired of dog posts by now but I have to say a few more thank yous this week as somehow this lovely lot of dog themed fabric found its way into my stash!
While commenting on polaroid blocks made for Helen in our Modern
Irish Bee by Angela, I admired this doggy fabric and Angela gifted me
some in the post - thank you so much -I love the generosity of quilting
peeps!
My
generous cousin we visited in Chicago, to celebrate her wedding, also
gifted me dog fabric. As soon as I saw this I knew it was the range
Best in Show. I have been eyeing this up for ages!
Looking for some backing fabric to finish 2 thank you cushions I found this range in the Limerick Quilt shop and I couldn't resist adding to the growing haul of dog related fabrics!
Last week, during our October meeting of the Irish Patchwork Society I gave a talk on modern quilting and was given these scottie dogs from the shop on the night, Seams So Simple as a thank you from the branch. Don't they know me well!
I was a bit nervous giving the talk as some of our members are really experienced quilters and I'm quilting just about 4 years now.
We have members of all ages and some prefer traditional, some art quilting and even though modern isn't to everyone's taste (I was told by one lady its not for her though my display was lovely), they all listened attentively. I felt like I was talking for ages and ages but they were all really great.
I brought almost all the makes I had not given away as presents to use as examples, some finishes and lots of WIP's. I really need to get a move on and finish up some stuff!
Thank you ladies for the Scottie dog fabric, I will put it to very good use!
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I was a bit nervous giving the talk as some of our members are really experienced quilters and I'm quilting just about 4 years now.
Your assortment of pups is great, is there another dog themed quilt in your future? Congrats on your talk with the guild! We can always learn something new from others, even if our tastes are not in the same 'category.' And who wouldn't enjoy seeing all of your lovely makes? :)
ReplyDeleteI love the doggie fabric. There's some really cute examples out there at the moment. Well done on giving your talk. It's something I coulld never do. Your stand looks lovely
ReplyDeleteWonderful doggy fabrics! Perfect for polaroid blocks or fussy cut economy blocks! I'm relatively new to quilting too ... but with every piece my experience grows!
ReplyDeletefirst of all congrats on the speaking. Public speaking can be scary although I love it so much. Isn't it funny that people feel free to share that what you're doing isn't their thing??
ReplyDeleteSecondly, you need to send ME the pink poodle motif. You know how I am about poodles!
I have already written a post on pink poodles coming next week! There's a connection for you.
LeeAnna pining for pink poodles
Oooh I hope you had fun talking about modern quilting! Your table looks wonderful with all your makes! :D And wow, your dog fabric stash is really impressive! <3
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, all that doggie fabric so cute, but I especially love the green / teal paw prints - it makes me think of the wonderful FMQing pattern you made up. Your set up for the talk looks beautiful and I love how everyone is trying to get a good look at your quilt.
ReplyDeleteYour display is lovely for sure! Exciting!
ReplyDeleteSome of us never get tired of dog posts or dog anything, so no apologies! Your pooch stash is enviable!
ReplyDeleteWe must all remember that no one in this world will please everyone all of the time. Wouldn't this be a boring world if we were all the same? I applaud you for your presentation. Keep at it.
ReplyDeleteAh pretty doggie fabrics. You are spoilt! You gave a talk :) Such a brave girl!!
ReplyDeleteWhat great dog fabric, especially the first one. Congrats on giving a talk.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely display you had there, it's amazing to see months and years of work grouped together. It's always interesting to see what quilters are doing ... Looks like it went really well. :-)
ReplyDeleteSounds like you gave the quilters a memorable talk Ruth, you might even have won some over to the "modern" side with that wonderful display :)
ReplyDeleteLucky you Ruth with all the doggie themed fabric. I think you will have some fun makes in the future.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on giving a talk. Love that photo of yours. Enjoy your pup fabrics :)
ReplyDelete-Soma
Sweet! I loved seeing the display of your projects.
ReplyDeleteSo many congratulations on giving a talk Ruth - I bet it was great! Please can you send me your mailing address - I have your Pay It Forward gift ready!! xx
ReplyDeleteYay you did it! I'm sure they loved hearing you speak; wow, was I surprised that you've only been quilting 4 years?!! That's amazing, and I am in awe of where the next 4 will take you. :-)
ReplyDeleteLots of doggy fabrics!
ReplyDeleteEvery sewing meeting people show what they are working on. Some of it is, as the lady said, not for me. That's ok. I like the mix of ages and styles and strengths in our group, as I am sure you do too. Wouldn't it be dull if we all made the same stuff!