Fall Market Finds, Part II

I'm back to give you a few more treats-for-the-eye to enjoy from my trip to Market . . .

I've been following artist/painter Laura Gunn since her first Michael Miller collection release during Spring Market in Minneapolis a few years ago.

I can say the same about Patty Young who also designs for Michael Miller. I used one of her first collections (perhaps it was her first?) when I designed my Box of Chocolates pattern. Her Textured Basics, shown here, are adorable.

Two new collections for Robert Kaufman: The first is Architextures by Carolyn Friedlander, with quilt called Science Fair by Julie Herman, Jaybird Quilts (left). The second is Valentina by Valentina Ramos with quilt called Traffic, also by Julie.

One of my favorite designers, Sue Spargo, teams up with Wendy Morris with Folkloric Blooms for Robert Kaufman. Absolutely darling.

Close-up of the fabrics . . .

The other side of the wall . . .

A playful quilt using Sandy Gervais' new collection called Snap Pop for Moda.

And finally, gorgeous fabrics by a variety of artists for Anna Griffin and Anna Griffin's Blend division.

What's your favorite? I'd love to know!

Hope you enjoyed your small tour of Fall Market. Sure wish I would have had time to spend taking more photos for you to enjoy. Next time for sure!

--Susan

Sneak Peek: Colourblock Style Quilt

Charcoal.

Ivory.

Parchment.

This isn't a very fair sneak peek. However, when working with magazines, it is best practice to give them first rights to publish, if possible.

I'm very excited to start working on my newest quilt, called: Colourblock Style, scheduled for magazine publication early 2013. It will be a simple design using just 3 colors of Robert Kaufman's marvelous Kona Cottons: Charcoal. Ivory. Parchment.


Charcoal image compliments of http://www.weyriver.co.uk/theriver/industry_6_charcoal.htm
Ivory image compliments of http://www.dailyfinance.com/2008/10/24/animals-and-money-ebay-ivory-and-the-animal-trade/
Parchment image compliments of http://grungetextures.com/photos/1019/dirty-parchment-paper.html

More Market Updates from Minneapolis

Last week was crazy-busy. I finally have a moment to share a few more of my observations from Spring Market . . .

What to look for in upcoming months, online and at your favorite quilt shop:

From Robert Kaufman . . .

Coming to stores in July: Monaluna's Metro Cafe. Add some solids, and this line would make into a beautiful Candy Bar Road!

Like butterflies and darling coordinating prints? Check out Remix by Ann Kelle. This grouping is very colorful and fun! Great for quilt backings, or try all prints with one of our easy patterns, such as Patchwork Rendezvous.

I saw lots of touches of gray in many of the new lines coming out, this Summer. Check out Nancy Mim's Free to Grow; a new organic cottons line. Try it with our Bachelorette Party pattern for a dynamic throw.