Virginia Quilt Museum

I’m not used to so much talking – 4 hours with Regan on Friday and another 4 with Judy K. on the bus to and from the VQM. Plus, talking to so many quilting friends while visiting the Dayton market, Patchwork Plus and the reception at VQM. I consider myself an introvert. I think that is one reason I like this blogging thing. I have time to think of what I will say in my posts and comments. A real conversation requires me to be on my toes and think fast. Not always an easy thing for us introverts. I can’t stay in my comfortable place all the time and I do love getting together with others. Okay, enough of that – the Virginia Quilt Museum-

The VQM is in the Warren-Sipe House (built in 1856) in Harrisonburg located in the Shenandoah Valley. I should have taken some photos of the mountains, but I was too busy talking. ;o)

No photographs of the quilts were allowed, but I encourage you to go to Carolyn’s website and look around. I think you will get a sense of her energy and wit.

Look at some of these lovelies in the museum collection-

Here is my practice block for the Dear Jane raffle quilt. All ready for stitching-

Thanks Cheryl for telling me about the Pam Buda applique tutorial and Bea for this interesting DJ blog - That Quilt. I mostly followed Pam’s method, but I thought Anina's way was very creative. I just didn’t think I could use her method with the starched fabric. I think I’m ready to try the real block – not even going to stitch the practice one first. It was getting to this point that had me nervous. It isn’t perfect, but I can live with that. I think I will make a reverse of this block – red on yellow – and use it for my sampler quilt.

I won Lori’s quilt giveaway! Summer started off right for me!