Quiltnorfolk.. the 2nd Getaway.

What a happy Bunch! This photo was taken at the Farewell Dinner for Quiltnorfolk. It was a great week with 63 students from Aust & NZ, and tutors and some husbands from both countries. I think that the best part was meeting with so many like minded stitchers, all talking the same patchwork and quilting language, and all eager to learn. How could one not have fun! In the photo are ( and they are going to grrrr at me when they find that I have put the photo here!).. from left to right Barbara Soloman, Raewyn Maxwell, ignore the one with the red wine, Kay Greenbury, and the one who came up with the great concept of Quiltnorfolk, Donna Pearson.

Mid week between classes we managed to put together an exhibition with quilts from local stitches, and from the visitors as well. I don't think that there has been such a diverse showing of the craft on the Island before. It was a very popular afternoon. Mariah's Restaurant was an ideal setting with its large room, plenty of props, and good lighting. And taking a breather on the veranda with cool drinks from the chef, Ben, was a good way to relax before have a second and third look around.

I was looking through some of the photos that I took, trying to find a selection, but I have come to the conclusion that I need to brush up on taking photos of people... quilts I can manage, no problems. Until I have more photos come in I will share this one of Tutor Anne Jolly with Jill Osgood and her completed "Poppy Bag". Well done.

Thank you to our visitors.... your enthusiasim, your enjoyment, your company made it all worth while.

We are into planning for our Retreat in May and the 3rd Getaway in October. Our week was so enjoyable and we know that we can do it again...... and better!

Happy Stitching.