Night Sky in Paradiso

This gorgeous bundle of Paradiso has been sitting by my desk for a few weeks now, while I've contemplated just which pattern will work perfectly with it. I put it to the vote on Instagram and Facebook, and finally decided on Night Sky.

I split the bundle out into its colour-ways.Then decided on which prints for the large stars.

And for the little stars (that lovely stack at the back).

I can't wait to see how it all comes together!

Binding Cheerio

I made the most of being on sick leave and got my Cheerio quilt basted and quilted.

Just need to finish the binding.

My next project which I'm really looking forward to is going to be with Kate Spain's Paradiso. Pink are blue are a winner for me. Then I'll probably head towards Horizon unless something else catches my eye before then.

Quilt Market Giveaway!

One of the most important parts of Quilt Market: all the little freebies! Most schoolhouse sessions have goodie bags, and a lot of the booths I visited also had little freebies to share. And it's only fair to share the love, right?

What can you win?
There is an Aurifil bag, two packs of Aurifil thread of varying weights, two mini charm packs (Clara's Garden and Country Orchard), a Kona fat quarter, a charm pack of The Reclaimed West from Timeless Treasures, a Clover tape measure, the pattern Fenced In (not pictures), and a Moda Collection For A Cause charm pack.

How to win.
You have two ways to win. 
1. You can leave a comment here telling me which upcoming fabric you are most looking forward to, or something from market that you loved seeing.
2. Pop over to my facebook page (www.facebook.com/bellaspatchwork), click "like", then leave a comment here to let me know.

When?
I'll close this off at 5pm next Saturday, 15/11 (Melbourne time). So hop to it!

Winner: Samelias Mum

Bella's Patchwork Goes to Quilt Market 2

There were so many booths, I couldn't possibly take photos of them all. This is a snapshot of some of my highlights.

A little preview of Wildflower Meadow by Melly & Me for Riley Blake.

So many minis by Carrie of Miss Rosie's Quilt Co.

A gorgeous fabric display in the Free Spirit booth.

Heather Bailey.

A corner of the Cotton + Steel booth.

A quilt displaying the new fabrics by Amy Butler for Free Spirit.

And into the Moda booth. Gardenvale by Melbourne gal Jen Kingwell. Her line is massive to allow for her signature scrappy look.

Paradiso by Kate Spain. This quilt is definitely on my list.

Aloha Girl from Fig Tree Quilts.

I also managed to collect up lots of little goodies as I wandered around the market. There will be a giveaway coming shortly! In the meantime, Paradiso pre-cuts have arrived and are absolutely gorgeous.

Bella's Patchwork Goes to Quilt Market

I was incredibly lucky to spend a few days in Houston last month to attend International Quilt Market. Attending is the dream of most quilters, and I had been planning the trip for over 12 months. I certainly wasn't disappointed!

The market is held at the ginormous convention centre in Downtown Houston, and alongside the market as some amazing quilt displays. The one I was most excited to see was the red quilt exhibition that was in New York City a few years ago.

 

Besides seeing all the new and upcoming fabrics, I was also excited to meet all the designers that I have long admired. There was Camille from Simply Retro showing off the lovely Daysail.

And Kate Spain, who greeted me with the hugest hug. I am totally in love with Paradiso.

And the delightful Vanessa from V&Co.

And Katy Jones of I'm a Ginger Monkey. She was a delight to meet and I walked away with a few of her books.

The first day of the market is School House, and in a break between sessions I ducked into the bathroom, only to find Kate Spain and Joanna Figuroa getting ready for the Moda School House session. Aren't they the cutest!    

        

 

I took a million photos and will get them posted over a few days. But in the meantime, all my loot from Sample Spree is available in the shop (minus a few I've stashed away for myself of course). You can find them here.