Seven people, five shops, three cars, and a purse full of money

April 17^th marked the date of our first ever Shop Hop. Organized by Julia, this event had five quilt shops welcoming us with discounts, prizes and special treats. We started the day out at the Fabric Box in Vankleek, Ontario and worked our way back to the shops in Pointe Claire. We saw how each shop dealt with its displays and use of space in creative ways. We saw a class making machine quilting samplers and studied Margaret’s completed masterpiece, Aunt Millie’s Garden, at Quilte Classique. Each shop had something for everyone and we were successful both in finding specific items and just letting ourselves be overcome by desire for a little something special at each stop.

As an added bonus, Phyll attended this event. It was so good to see her and have a chance to chat over lunch. At the end of the day, we went out to a much deserved dinner, having traded those purses full of money for car trunks full of fabric and quilt items. All that’s left to do now is the planning, designing and sewing. Julia, thank you so much for organizing such a great day!

-Anna

Gaetane's Quilt

Gaetane, your quilt is magnificent!!! Just sorry we can't see it in person. Maybe you'll put it in our quilt show?!?!?!

Great seeing you yesterday. We miss you, but glad you are enjoying your new 'digs'.

Sandra

Linda's Workshop

Good Morning Everyone:

It was great day yesterday with Linda Palaisy. I think we were all pretty well drained by the time the class ended. So much information, so many techniques, and usable ones!!! We finished the day with a great meal at Al Dente's. Pictures to come when I can figure out how to do it, or get them to France who DOES know how to do it!

A HUGE thank you to Allison! Allison, you did a great job!!! Linda was a wonderful choice. All the food kept us full and energized and aside from blowing a few fuses to start, the day went wonderfully well.

It was really good to see friends we hadn't seen in a while - Gaetane (your quilt is beautiful!), Kathleen and Linda Power. Great to meet new quilters Roz, Joyce, Dena, Lynn, Emily from Loose Threads, and Cuilte Montreal.

I think the day was a huge success, really productive, and seemed like everyone had a good time.

Thanks again Allison!! You're a peach!

Sandra