Tonight I'm headed out to go on a weekend quilt retreat at Gruber's Quilt Shop! Victoria set it up last fall and it's finally here! Yipee! It's so weird to be making plans to go anywhere all. by. myself. I'm sure I will miss my family as soon as I leave the house, but I'm planning to enjoy every last minute. Seriously, how could I not? I'm meeting up with fellow bloggers to QUILT for the entire weekend! I've got my pile of projects ready to go...probably about 2-3 weeks worth. Overkill is nothing new to me!
Speaking of retreats...I will be speaking at a few this year.
The first one is going to be in Grand Rapids, Michigan for Margaret's Hope Chest at the end of July. You can read up on all the details here. I'm excited for this one! I have designed a quilt pattern especially for them and I will be showing several options to switch up the basic pattern. I'll be talking about color and fabric choices with a little bit of scrap talk thrown in, too. Margaret's Hope Chest is spreading HOPE in Jesus' name. I couldn't think of a better cause to quilt for. The work party is FREE! The majority of the sewing time will be spent making quilt tops for MHC. I think there are 10 remaining spots left.
I'm also going back to Colorado this November to Inn at City Park, which is a beautiful Bed and Breakfast. More details on the retreat here. Of course, I am excited about this one, too! Tara is a fabulous hostess. Last year we had an AMAZING time. I know I gushed on and on about it already, but seriously, it was so. much. fun. It was my first quilt retreat ever, and it set the bar for all future quilt retreats VERY high. This year I will be teaching machine quilting: using both your walking foot and free motion foot. Last time I checked, there were only 8 spots left for this one.
Heather is considering putting together a retreat here (in Western Wisconsin-just across the border from Minneapolis/St. Paul) but is trying to gauge if there is enough interest before she jumps in. Leave a comment on this post if you are interested.
Ok, enough retreat talk...
I also have a giveaway today!!!
Up for grabs is a Roll Up in the Dark Colorstory, compliments of Robert Kaufman. I'm not going to gush about how wonderful Kona cottons are because I'm sure you already know. If you ask me, this would look lovely paired with Ash colored Kona cotton as a background for my quilt along. You know, in case any of you are still on the fence about joining in. :) Of course, if you are the lucky winner, you get to decide what to do with it! Leave me a comment if you want a chance at it. One comment per person please. I will announce the winner on Monday.
Happy weekend to you!
I've just started quilting, finished my first quilt 2 weeks ago and working on a table runner now. This would be such fun material!
ReplyDeleteKona Cottons in so many colors! I love it! Have fun at your retreat.
ReplyDeleteThe bright colors seem so appropriate now that summer is here.
ReplyDeleteOh, I'd love the jelly roll!
ReplyDeleteI've just started quilting too, I have just about finished my first quilt (a baby quilt made of crazy nine patches), so much fun! I have my 2nd one planned out, just haven't figured out what colours yet - yours are beautiful :) Tho I guess the chance of sending to New Zealand is a bit far fetched!
ReplyDeleteI must be stalking you to be 2nd (someone will probably finish before me, and then I won't be 2nd anymore). No, I'm trying to find something on my blog and you're linked on the side. How fun to be speaking and teaching so much. I have interest in Heather's/your quilt retreat, but I can't say for sure if it's in the cards for me this year. Hmmm. Anyway, I LOVE Kona. Of course. Have fun this weekend!!!!!
ReplyDeleteHappy Retreating! I've never had a jelly roll.
ReplyDeleteThose colors are my favorite scheme, I can think up a quilt or two, maybe Amish style?
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see who wins it.
ReplyDeletewishing....I could go to one of those retreats with you OR that I could win that lovely roll of fabric....
ReplyDeleteHave a great time this weekend!
I would love to win the jelly roll! As a new quilter, I have a silly question -- how do I wash my quilts? what water temp? what setting? do I dry them in the dryer? (I made one for myself that I've been washing and drying when necessary but for those I'm going to give away, should I wash before I give?)
ReplyDeletei would love a chance to win this!!
ReplyDeletewho wouldn't want a chance to win some yummy fabric?!
ReplyDeletecount me in!
If I was selected to win this, I know exactly which pattern I would use these beautiful colors for. What a great giveaway!!
ReplyDeleteOooooooooooo!! I want!! :o)
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your retreat!
Have fun this weekend! What a great giveaway. Love the colors and solids mix so well with everything.
ReplyDeleteOoh! I love Kona cottons! I've already cut my fabric for the quilt along but I'm positive I could find another use for it!
ReplyDeleteLove jelly rolls-of course they look so pretty I have to stare at them for a long time before I can bear to open them!
ReplyDeleteHope you have a wonderful weekend, it sounds like a ton of fun!! I can't wait to see pictures of what all you got accomplished!!
ReplyDelete(And please count me in on the giveaway...I have been considering joining in on your quilt-a-long and this looks like it would be fun to use for that!!)
winning this would definitely get me in on your quiltalong. :P
ReplyDeletehave fun on your retreat!
What a great excuse to get away! I hope you have a fun (and productive) trip!
ReplyDeleteI am just finishing a quilt made out of my first purchase of Kona cottons. I ordered it from an etsy store since it's so hard to find here in Calgary, and I am loving it!
Thanks for the great giveaway!
Oh retreats! How fun! Have a great time and what a wonderful giveaway. Thanks! Jenn
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I am loving the quilt along! It's my first, and I just got my center 4 patch done!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI went to a retreat this year and SERIOUSLY---you forget about the family the second the car door slams. I had a blast:) Enjoy!!! I hope you share all of the projects you finish up.
ReplyDeleteSuch a great giveaway. I love Kona Cottons, they are so beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance!
Yay for retreats! That sounds so fun!
ReplyDeleteI heart Kona Solids. ::sighs happily::
elishacatts(at)gmail(dot)com
I love the fabric...it would be such a good excuse to add one more project to my pile and join your quilt along. Enjoy the retreat! I am so jealous!
ReplyDeleteThis all sounds so fun. Thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteOoh, a retreat sounds awesome! Do you know of any resources/lists for finding quilting retreats? Or do you just have to catch them if you can?
ReplyDeleteThe Kona solids are wonderful! Enjoy your retreat this weekend!
ReplyDeleteYou are so right - if I won - I would use this roll with some grey and join your quiltalong.... !! Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteBoy do I wish I had time for a retreat; I'm envious of yours!
ReplyDeleteGreat giveaway, though!
Oh! I love the kona cotton rolls. Thanks for the chance to win. Your retreat sounds like so much fun. I need one of those too. Have fun!!!
ReplyDeleteOoh, what a great giveaway! I would love this.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a great time! I can't wait to see if you post your finished projects afterwards.
ReplyDeleteOoooh...those colors are drop dead gorgeous! What a wonderful prize!
ReplyDeletePlease enter me! I'd love to win this.
ReplyDeletePlease count me in too!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance,
Edit from Hungary
Love this!
ReplyDeleteI am so glad that you're back!
ReplyDeletethe first thing I ever won was from you :)
I would love to win again!
Have a fun, quilty weekend! I'd hate to say "pick ME!", but I will...love me some Kona fabric!
ReplyDeleteI'd love a chance to win the roll up! Thanks.
ReplyDeleteHave fun on your retreat! and thanks for the chance to win some yummy fabric!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy! I didn't even know Kona came in Jelly Rolls. How great!
ReplyDeleteWow...lots of exciting retreat news. I know you will have a blast. I can't wait to read all about your fun.
ReplyDeleteLove all the Kona solids. Such luscious colors.
Looks like a big ole' delicious lollipop! Just perfect for a summer quilt.
ReplyDeleteAdd me in! My daughter would love this.
ReplyDeleteSally
oh how exciting! I only recently found the jelly roll love and would love to win one!!!! And for it to be a Kona roll-- wow!!
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful colors!
ReplyDeleteHave fun on retreat!
Love Kona cottons!
ReplyDeleteI love those colors! And the idea of a retreat with you- Awesome!
ReplyDeleteFabulous! I would love to have this to do for some quilt designs that I have :) :) :)
ReplyDeleteI would love to have the Kona cottons. Thanks for the giveaway. I get a lot of ideas from reading your blog.
ReplyDeleteWow, cool colors to play and create with!!
ReplyDeleteI'm thinking of all the fun designs that could be made with it.
I said I was going to "be good" and not buy fabric this month, but winning is another story. Count me in.
ReplyDeleteI would love to win, thanks for the give a way.
ReplyDeleteHAve fun on your retreat. I have not branched out to Jelly Rolls. That one is very pretty.
ReplyDeleteOoooh! I would love some Kona cottons to work with! And winning them would be perfect since I'm on a fabric purchasing fast!
ReplyDeleteThanks!
What a terrific bundle for an Around The World quilt, yum!
ReplyDeleteI have to say that I am so glad you decided to start blogging again. I love your blog. You do the cutest stuff. I would love to win and build up my stash!!
ReplyDeleteI wish I could come to your retreat but it's just not possible right now... still, if I wish hard enough and whin enough my husband might, just might, send me away... OR, maybe if I have a nervous breakdown!!! Hummm, let me think on that one more... Anyway, while I am working on that please enter me in the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your quilt retreat! Sounds like sew much fun! Love Robert Kaufman fabric - please enter me!
ReplyDeletegalew417@comcast.net
I love Kona fabrics. Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteI read about your Colorado retreat on the Ft Collins Modern Quilt Guild site, and I'm SUPER BUMMED! We will be moving from LA to Colorado the week after the retreat. THE WEEK AFTER!!!! Grrrr...I so want to come to your retreat!
ReplyDeleteI guess I'll just have to wait and get all prepared for the 2011 retreat. :o)
I used Kona cottons for my copy of your "plain spoken" quilt. I want to make another using the same pattern. All of those beautiful colors would be fun to use in that pattern.
ReplyDeleteLove Kona! Thanks for the chance and glad to have you back...enjoy your weekend!
ReplyDeleteOoh, such pretty colors!
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like you are going to have such a fantastic time. I am a brand new quilter and love looking at your blog. Enjoy your time away :)
ReplyDeletehave fun! don't do nuthin' i wouldn't do :)
ReplyDelete*fingers crossed*
shannon
Have a wonderful weekend of quilting! :)
ReplyDeleteHey, I've been looking for one of those.... The retreat(s)sound like so much fun. I think I may have to wait until my little one is a little less little. So I will live vacariously through you. Have a great time!
ReplyDeleteHave fun at your retreat! Thanks for another great giveaway--I love me some Kona solids. :)
ReplyDeleteLove it! I could think of a couple things to do with this....thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteHave a great getaway!
I would love some kona solids
ReplyDeleteI am also thinking about your quilt a long but,
summer is a time when my free time diminishes as everyone takes vacations and the work load is up
Can't wait to see you in July! So happy that you have so many teaching opportunities coming up! Have a great time this weekend!
ReplyDeleteCarin
Oh, count me in please! :D
ReplyDeleteDrooling! Thanks for the giveaway :)
ReplyDeleteI love the many colors in that roll! I wish I could take time for a retreat. But too many little kids at home, and no extra money. I get to work on my UFOs for a while at home instead.
ReplyDeleteOh, the possibilities! :)
ReplyDelete~love the colors.
ReplyDeletelovely colors!
ReplyDeletegreat giveaway!
mandreel@gmail.com
Thanks for offering a giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI would lay down in the road and let a truck run over me for that gorgeous Kona !
ReplyDeleteand have a great weekend - that is one awesome lady Victoria with all her charity work - a real role model for me !
Love Kona Cotton and these colors are great. Please enter me in your giveaway.
ReplyDeletegreat giveaway!
ReplyDeleteyou've got my imagining juices flowing!
ReplyDeleteI am new to your site and have thoroughly enjoyed reading tips and comments. Just recently I have fell in love with sewing again. thanks for keeping me motivated.
ReplyDeleteYes we all love Kona Cottons. Thanks for the giveaway.Have a great time at your retreat.
ReplyDeleteOh, love these colors. Sounds like you have a full summer plan. Have fun at your retreat. Winona
ReplyDeleteThose are gorgeous colors! Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteHave fun at the retreat :)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous Kona colours
Thanks for the chance
x
So glad you are back.........I missed you and your wonderful blog.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful time at the retreat! Will look forward to seeing what you get accomplished with a whole weekend for you to use for quilting ('cause you get more done on a daily basis than seems humanly possible!!!;o)
ReplyDeleteWahoo! on teaching at those upcoming retreats - that's so awesome.
Um... I can't rave about the Kona cottons because...hanging my head here... I've never used them. Pretty scandalous - isn't it? Maybe you could help me out??? ;o)
Seriously, thanks for the chance to win, Amanda Jean. Now go quilt up a storm this weekend!
I would love a chance to win these and make something awesome!
ReplyDeleteOooh... pick me! =)
ReplyDeleteHope you get a ton done at your retreat. What fun! Thanks for offering a fun giveaway1
ReplyDeleteIf I win I'm definetley joining in on the quilt along using that fabric.
ReplyDeleteWow, I'd love to win!!
ReplyDeleteAwesome! I'd love to win the roll up and then I'd love to join in the quilt along, I still may even with out it :)
ReplyDeleteI concur with the ash background! What a beautiful roll of color!
ReplyDeletei've got to get looking into that colorado retreat!! it'd be just my luck to not make it in...
ReplyDeletehave a wonderful time at the retreat.
Have a great time at your retreat! Even if the weather may be raining there--perfect weather for quilting! I would love the jelly roll! Enjoy yourself. I will watch for any retreats you may be at in Northern Wisconsin.
ReplyDeletethat is great!!! I'd love the jelly roll! many thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeletei'd love this jelly roll!
ReplyDeleteMmmmmmmm... Kona. SO yummy!
ReplyDeleteI would love to win these gorgeous fabrics. thanks for the generous giveaway.
ReplyDeletewow, great giveaway! I'd love to win!
ReplyDeletePretty jelly roll!
ReplyDeleteI would love to win a jelly roll. I would also like more information on a WI quilt retreat.
ReplyDeleteThanks
Have fun at your retreat!
ReplyDeleteI would love to try those cottons (very difficult to find them over here)
Hope you have a great weekend, I'm so envious! I haven't sewn in almost two weeks!
ReplyDeleteWow, the colours look so delish!
ReplyDeleteHave a fantastic retreat, don't forget to sleep occasionally - not much sleeping happens when our guild goes on retreat).
Yay! Excited to see you tonight!
ReplyDeleteThose are beautiful! I love working with solid colors, they make things so vibrant.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful time at the quilt retreat!! Sounds like fun!
ReplyDeleteI'd love to win the jelly roll!
ReplyDeleteHave fun on your retreat.
Kathy
gruebers -- you lucky woman!!!! at the retreat center ..... even better!!!!! hope you hit the show too.....
ReplyDeleteI so wish I could go on a retreat! maybe when I'm done nursing babies I can think about it!
ReplyDeletei'm new to quilting and this giveaway is amazing... it would beef up my paltry stash and get me going! i might even be able to add some into the star quilt i'm making based on your old quilt-a-long. cheers!! christina
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear you're coming back to Colorado. Ft. Collins is a great town. My daughter went college there. Enjoy your stay!
ReplyDeleteI keep meaning to start using kona cottons :-). What fun!!
ReplyDeleteI've been wanting one of those fabulous roll ups for a long time now... thanks for a chance to win one!
ReplyDeleteoooohhh... so pretty.
ReplyDeleteI would love to have more Kona Cotton! Enjoy the retreat!
ReplyDeleteI'd love a chance at your Kona cotton giveaway. Have wonderful time at the retreat and get lots of sewing done.
ReplyDeleteLove the solid colours!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous colors...amazing inspiration.
ReplyDeleteI've already got a quilt planned in my head for one of those roll ups! As soon as I finish making some summer clothes I'll be back to quilting and I can't wait! Have a great weekend!0
ReplyDeleteOh how I would LOVE to win this!!!!
ReplyDeleteI would love to win. Thanks for the chance. Have fun at the retreat.
ReplyDeleteYou had me jealous at the word retreat--and at the planned 2-3 weeks of projects. Sigh. If only I were that organized (and didn't work so much!)
ReplyDeleteI would love a chance to win. I actually have never tried the Kona cottons but really think I need to break down and give them a shot... your lovely roll would be a great icebreaker introduction ;)
I love Kona fabrics. I use the white Kona fabric over and over.
ReplyDeleteI wish you were coming to Indiana! Have a wonderful quilt getaway.
ReplyDeleteOh wow! I love Kona roll ups. I have used a bright and dusty one before but not this palette (sp?) before. So nice and rich. Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI hope you enjoy your retreat. And please count me in for the giveaway. Cheers!
ReplyDeleteOh the possibilities.
ReplyDeleteOh I would love a chance to win! Kona cotton is my favorite! It is so soft! Thank you for a great giveaway and for coming back to blogland!
ReplyDeleteI would love a chance! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteIt is so wonderful to hear that you are going to be teaching some more. Enjoy your retreat! Thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteOh very striking! Thanks for the giveaway and have a great time on retreat!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your time away!
ReplyDeleteThose fabrics are beautiful! Have a great time this weekend!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea!
ReplyDeleteI can think of many projects!
Thanks
I am starting my second quilt and this would be very helpful!!
ReplyDeleteI'd love to win that beautiful fabric!
ReplyDeletewoot! :) Have fun!!!
ReplyDeleteoh wow, have fun at your retreat! sounds heavenly :)
ReplyDeleteI would love to win the beautiful fabric so I could join in the quilt along! Have a great retreat!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your retreat, look forward to seeing what you got up to on your blog. Those colours sure would brighten up my day. Happy Stitching
ReplyDeleteHave a great time at Grubers. Such an amazing shop!
ReplyDeletelove it!
ReplyDeleteAmy F
Oh, lovely! I'm trying to build up my stash of solids and I love love love the richness of these colors!
ReplyDeleteHave a great time at your retreat - sounds like heaven!
Cool giveaway! I have been eyeing those solid jelly rolls for awhile now. Can't wait to meet you on Friday and sew till we drop this weekend!
ReplyDeleteOh, I love solids and I don't have any like this. I hope you have a great time on your retreat. I am envious. :-)
ReplyDeleteYes Please!!! I would love to win those beautiful fabrics. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI'd love to play with those fabrics! I probably wouldn't use them up all in one place but a little here and a little there.
ReplyDeleteHave a fun retreat! That jelly roll would be fun to work with.
ReplyDeleteHopey you have a great time and that you make it safely, the weather is quite nasty tonight!
ReplyDeleteI would love to win this!
ReplyDeleteHave fun at your retreat!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win!
-Eleanor
eleanor(at)unfamiliarceiling(dot)com
Wow, that retreat sounds wonderful! I would love to win the treat!!!
ReplyDeleteOh how I would love a getaway where I could just sew and quilt all day! The hubby and son are taking a vacation soon, though so I will have 10 days to myself to do just that if I want!
ReplyDeleteAnd how generous of you for a giveaway! Thanks for the opportunity :)
Oooh I love Kona and I've been "on the fence" about the quilt along too. Have fun at your retreat!!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on all the speaking engagements.
ReplyDeleteI haven't actually worked with Kona cottons before, but would love a little sampler to get started with it.
Have fun on your retreat!
I LOVE Kona cottons. In all colors!
ReplyDeleteI have never worked with Kona cottons, but I can see the colors are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteAmandaJean,
ReplyDeleteI would love to win the Robert Kaufmann jellyroll. Heck, I'd love to win anything at all! I use the whites and have just started buying small amounts of the solid colors to try them out.
Glad that you have returned to blogging. Your offer great inspiration!
Love the dark colors! Have fun at your retreat and thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI might have to join your QAL if I win! =D
ReplyDeleteHope your retreat is just lovely!!!
ReplyDeleteWould love to try Kona cotton, I have heard so many wonderful things about it! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteHave a great time at the retreat! And thanks for the chance to win. :-)
ReplyDeleteooohhhh luscious! I wanna win! I wanna win! :) Have fun at your retreat!
ReplyDeleteI have some Ash Kona waiting for this to come to my house! :)
ReplyDeleteHope you have an amazing time at the quilt retreat this weekend. Sounds heavenly to me!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE Kona cottons and would be thrilled to win some.
Hugs, Karen
I'm smitten over that jelly roll...
ReplyDeletejess
stillrogers(at)yahoo.com
Oh, I really need some solids. The Dark Colorstory is beautiful. Thanks for the chance. Enjoy your retreat!
ReplyDeleteThose are so lovely! I'm jealous about the retreat! Have fun :) Now I need to find some here in Arizona.
ReplyDeleteLove the Kona Cotton roll ups and have a bunch already, but not the dark colorstory. Hope you have a wonderful weekend!
ReplyDeleteFabulous! Enjoy the retreat! Thanks for the great giveaway.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy all your speaking engagements you lucky girl you! Thank you for offering up some great Kona solids. I could always use some solids.
ReplyDeleteoh that's so beautiful!!!!
ReplyDeletelove that jelly roll. hope you have a great time on your retreat.
Oh my GOSH! I just realized you were back!
ReplyDeleteSo yes, this is really late, but this made my day. *silly grin*
Going to read all the new posts now. YAY!
The Girl in the Pink Dress
Oh yum....a rainbow of pretty.
ReplyDeleteHave a great time at the quilt retreat!! And thanks for the giveaway, I love Kona roll ups!
ReplyDeleteSuch a yummy jelly roll.
ReplyDeleteI live for Kona's. But I do really wonder where the name came from. When I was in Kona, I consumed great beer and some Kikin' Mai Tais. I did buy fabric (that's the way I roll) but certainly didn't see a fabric company.....
ReplyDeletemmm Kona. I NEED some more kona in my life. I love solids. Have fun on your weekend!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely give-away -- please count me in. And I'm so jealous, I LOVE Gruber's!
ReplyDeletethose fabrics are amazing. I wish we had retreats here in Nova Scotia, Canada... i'd love to experience one.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE Kona Cottons! I can't wait to get my hands on some more!
ReplyDeleteRetreat sounds like fun! I love your giveaway. I have the best time searching for distinct fabrics, but I'm realizing the importance of having solids to balance the loudness of my fabric!
ReplyDeleteI love Robert Kaufman!! Heather C.
ReplyDeleteI just finished my first quilt that was an inspiration of your ragged squares quilt and this give away would be great to start my next project.
ReplyDeleteWould love this to add to my stash.
ReplyDeletecheffner2(at)enbarqmail.com
I have heard so much about Kona cotton, so I just had to buy some for one of your patterns. I love it! it is so lovely I wonder why I didn't buy it before this. I would love to have a chance at your giveaway - thanks so much
ReplyDeleteOooo ooo oooo pick me! pick me!
ReplyDeleteNice treat! I love those colors! Thanks for the giveaway! :0)
ReplyDeleteI just finished a quilt uising Kona cotton and I will never use another cotton and THIS IS WHY I NEED TO WIN!!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a pretty rainbow of colors! Have a great time at the retreat!
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