What are you doing tomorrow?
Here is what I'm doing and honestly I don't mean to make you jealous!
My alarm will go off at 4.30am, OK so I know this wont make any of you wish you were me but wait for it ...
Then after getting ready etc etc I am going to take the 30 minute drive to the airport, all by my self just like an adult without kids and catch the 7.30 flight to Sydney where I will catch a taxi to here where I am doing a class with Sue Cody to make this quilt, Tree of Life!
I first saw this quilt last year at the Sydney Quilt Show (another independent adult adventure) and I have been literally dreaming of it since. I never thought I would find a pattern or what's more a class so I set about collecting fabrics and dreaming about my version of this quilt - I have pages & pages of sketches and notes. Then about 4 months ago I saw a post here and one thing lead to another and now I'm off to make it, tomorrow ... YAY!
Just a few words of apology in advance to Sue Cody (I know she will never see this other wise I would never fore worn her!);
I have never taken a class to complete a project - I have only ever done technique classes and there is a good reason for this ... I just can't follow someone else's pattern / design, no matter how hard I try! It is an illness that I have. Life would be so much easier if I could just toe the line ... I may well be the worst student that she will ever encounter!
So I will go tomorrow complete with my own pictures in my head (I will refrain from taking my sketch book I think that that would be a bit too much don't you?), a plan to make it queen sized not the size that it actually is (? maybe double who knows) and a very excited demeanor!
I have my stash together and I topped it off with a big purchase from Amitie on Saturday of some delicious linen for the background.
Finally I should thank my sweet husband as this is my birthday present, because the quilting frame wouldn't fit in my sewing room! So there you have it this is what I will be doing tomorrow and the next two 'first Fridays of the month'.
Have a great weekend!
Kellie
WOW !!!!!!!!
Lisa x
Posted by:periwinkle | April 03, 2008 at 07:18 AM
I always love those students who take my designs and turn them into something uniquely theirs.
That's what it's all about...
Posted by:tracey petersen | April 03, 2008 at 08:05 AM
Looking forward to meeting you Kellie....
Posted by:Sarah | April 03, 2008 at 08:14 AM
Lucky you!!! I'm sure whatever you do will be stunning. Have a fantastic time!
Posted by:Louise | April 03, 2008 at 09:14 AM
What a fabulous present - you get to indulge your passion and have a day out without the kids! Sure beats my day hands down (I will be working). The Tree of Life Quilt looks stunning - am looking forward to seeing your interpretation of the project.
Posted by:Lisa | April 03, 2008 at 09:25 AM
Awesome!! can't wait to see it and hear about the trip! enjoy yourself to the bones!!
Posted by:Lace | April 03, 2008 at 09:36 AM
Wow, am so looking forward to your creation. What a present and the colour choices are fab.It's going to be a big day but definately worth it, have fun...
Posted by:Pennie | April 03, 2008 at 10:53 AM
thanks Kellie, for ruining my day! No, seriously, have a wonderful time in Sydney. I wish I could come with you (even just for the trip. The fabrics that you have chosen are just beautiful, and the quilt divine. I can't wait to see what you come up with - I know it will just stunning.
Have a great time!
Posted by:Cathy | April 03, 2008 at 12:03 PM
That has got to be one of the most fantastic birthday presents ever! Have fun! And you'll love the shop, too. Every time I step foot in there I always seem to be haemorhaging(?) from my wallet. :-)
Posted by:Jade | April 03, 2008 at 08:37 PM
OMG!!! Did I read it right, or are you going to be going 3 times up to Sydney? Hopefully you won't be reading this email now, as you should be tucked up in bed, like a good girl, ready for your big day tomorrow! I am so jealous, because I love reading MO's blog and basically wish they would move down here to Melbourne, and I can't believe that I used to live kind of near them, but did nothing about it, as it was in my pre-crafty life. Sigh....enjoy every moment! ps fabrics very yummy!
Posted by:Bronwyn | April 03, 2008 at 10:14 PM
Oooh you lucky girl!! What a wonderful present!!!
Good luck with it all, & most importantly- Have Fun!
Your fabrics are delish!
Posted by:meggie | April 04, 2008 at 05:29 PM
What a great b'day pressy!!! What a sweet and thoughtful hubby you must have...
Child free adventure, what's that???? LOL!!!
I can't wait to see what you produce.
Posted by:Jodie | April 08, 2008 at 10:12 AM