"So Chelsea"

Early summer when Amy Garro came to visit, she has brought me a surprise. She had picked some fabrics from her personal stash that she had deemed, So Chelsea. Hence the name of this quilt. 

That gorgeous stack above sums up the color inspiration for this quilt. I also pulled some fabrics my Gram gave me. Then mixed with some prints I'd been hoarding. The chambray and Les Fleurs fabric are new, but I am obsessed with both at the moment. This quilt basically sums me up! 

The pattern is Daydream from the book Striking Strip Quilts. I am typically don't buy books, but this one rocked my world. Three patterns have made their way to to the top of the "to do" list. The local quilt shop we visited on retreat had a well curated book selection. It definitely renewed my interest in quilt books. Anyone have any book recommendations? 

Amy Garro Weekend

Amy's Was Here 

Like, in person. So, you're dying to know. Here is the secret. 

She's awesome. 

Super nice, fun, and kind. Our guild started the weekend with a workshop and ended with a trunk show. It was crazy busy, but crazy fun. 

Class Highlights: 

As for a teacher. Amy was great. The class was fun and engaging. She only taught in small groups, which gave the members more individual attention. The class Icy Waters is listed as an intermediate class and we did have one beginner in the group. Amy was very good at checking in and providing extra support and sometimes just plain encouragement. 

One thing I really value in a teacher is someone who checks in with everyone attending the class even if they appeared to be going at a good pace. She made herself approachable and was very kind in her direction and advice. The class had a very laid back, relaxing atmosphere. 

At the end our members decided to throw down and challenge one another to finish their quilts for our next meeting. I cannot wait to see the finishes, some of the color schemes were super cool and unique.

Before the Trunk Show on Sunday we got to sneak in a trip to York, Maine. We added a lighthouse, fresh seafood, and beaches to the list of accomplishments. 

Trunk Show Highlights: 

I JUST LOVE THIS QUILT .... hmmm.

Then as fast as it arrived, it was over. All those beautiful quilts (did end up fitting, but only with a lot of force) got packed away and departed.

Final Score: Suitcase, 0. Amy, 1

Now for the bragging part of this post. Amy delivered me fabric. (Insert pangs of jealously). 

As she picked out these beauties she pulled fabrics that she most likely wouldn't use but described as "so, Chelsea." And, yes they are! Hello polka dots, you look fantastic today. 

That grey and aqua polka dot needs to be used in EVERYTHING from now on!

Oh the stacks in all their glory. 

They look beautiful. Best part is they all coordinate so they need to stay with one another!

General Consensus: you must have Amy visit. Can I say it again, she's great.  We had so much fun this weekend and it was well worth being tired the next morning. If only the fun never ended.