Houston we have a problem ...

OK ... so that's pretty corny but I couldn't help myself, sorry!

There's is only a bit over 2 weeks until The Fall Quilt Market in Houston ... and although I must say I do perform better under pressure ... this is cutting it a bit fine ... even for me!

At the last Quilt Market we were very lucky to have access to a vehicle, a ladder & masses of props to help decorate our stand ... thank you Anna!!! This time Houston is a little too far away from each of our homes to have access to all of the luxuries that we enjoyed last market.

So I am putting out a call for help to anyone who might be willing to lend us ...

* a small step ladder

* a small trolley that we can use to move around stock

* any props that would help to decorate the stand ... a small white bookcase, a seat or bench and any other 'dressings' that we could borrow to make the stand look good.

* power boards & extention cords

The catch is that we would need you to deliver the items on setup day and collect them at the end of the market ....

So what's in it for me? .... I hear you ask ... 

I will provide a full days tuition in return for your time and the loan of your 'stuff' ... yep that's right your very own private class!!!

... unless of course there are a couple of you that we borrow stuff from and then it would just be your very own private class with someone else in it!

Just a couple of things that you should keep in mind ...

You don't have to be able to lend us everything ... even one item from the list would be a terrific help!

First in best dressed ... well first in with the best stuff, best dressed :) 

You would need access to a suitable sewing machine that is capable of free motion stitching and be free to attend the class on either the 2nd or 3rd of November.   

Unfortunately this bartering arrangement is NOT available to axe murderers or anyone previously involved in a chainsaw massacre of any sort .... sorry, I don't mean to be prejudiced against you .... I'm sure you really are just misunderstood!

If you think that you might be able to help please email me and we can discuss it further. (for some maddening reason I can't get this link to work so you can access the link to my email address in the sidebar to the left of the photo of me sewing in this post, thanks!)

Thanks!!!

Kelliex

Comments

[Claire - Matching Pegs]

Good Luck Kellie,

I hope it all works out, and you get some sleep between now and when you fly off into the sunset !

[Janet]

All the best for Houston. Quick people, I'd be getting in fast, Kellie's class was the kick off for me getting on the machine to quilt. Did you get your mail from me Kellie.

[lisa]

Oh wow what a great offer - peoples, get in fast! I can't recommend Kellie's class enough - imagine, some private tuition! Best of luck Kellie, with the whole Houston thing!

[Kerry]

Ditto. Go for it ladies, it's well worth your effort for a day with Kellie. Very inspiring.

[Megs]

Hi Kellie,

Wow, I have been lucky enough to make an appearance in this blog post! (green sweater). Kellie, I have posted a link to this post on my fabric, sewing forum that I am a member of that is US based, so you may get someone from there that might be able to help you out. If I lived in Houston I would be jumping at the chance of a private lesson!

Megs x

[Jo in Tas]

Wish I lived in Houston, what a fabulous offer!

[Viv]

Good luck !! I hope you can get the help you need. Some peeps are going to be lucky for helping you out :-)

[Ethne]

I wish I lived nearby and could help you out but unfortunately not - a little old thing like the Atlantic is in the road (plus a bit more) - I'm sure you'll be helped out, as you know the quilting community is fantastic - I'll post a link back in DQS on Flickr as you took part in it recently when you weren't quite so busy. Here's hoping you get help sorted soon

[wonderwoman]

if i lived nearer i would be there!! have a great show!

xxx

[Laurie]

To bad Michigan is so far away 1311 miles, 21 hours driving in the car. Feasiblility of getting all that stuff on a plane, probably not. It sounds like so much fun good luck, I can't imagine it will be to hard to find someone interested in helping.

[Kathy Brown]

Kelli - your link to your email is not working. I will have a booth at Market - and am driving in from Louisiana. I can help you with a couple of things - just email me and we'll discuss!
Kathy Brown - The Teacher's Pet : [email protected]

[Thimbleanna]

Kellie -- you crack me up!!!! Sounds like we have a winner!!!

[pat sloan]

kellie I am SERIOUSLY meeting you this market!! missed you in your booth last market!

sorry i am flying in and of no use to you!

[Melly]

LOL Kellie!!! I am glad you struggle as much as we do for these crazy overseas shows!! I have a bit of help this year for the first time with props but every other year it has been pins and string - LITERALLY!! LOL. Cant wait to see you in Houston, will try and catch up and say G'day with my very "Aussie" accent - we do stand out there hey? What booth number are you? Of course I could look this up but that takes effort - I am number 616. Take care and good luck preparing!

[Nancy Rathbun]

I am going to be at quilt market, we are drving so I may be able to bring you some things if you still need them. I will be there the 29th in the afternoon. Is this too late to help?
Nancy

[Karen]

How I wished I lived there! Kellie, I want to take a class from you so badly. I love your stuff. Hope it all works out! And remember, deep breath.... have fun.

[Mona Keegan]

Kellie,
I live in Houston and am a total fan. If I cannot help you out, I can find someone in our guild who can. We have family coming in for a wedding on the 28th and the wedding is in Galveston the 30th and 31st. Contact me via e-mail and let's see what we can find to help you out on this.
I can imagine your distress.
Mona

[Nay from Nays Place]

This is what I love about this lovely past-time called quilting - no matter who you are or where you are people are always willing to help. To all the lucky designers and stall holders Good Luck for Quilt Market and enjoy yourselves - dont forget to take time to look for yourselves.

[Account Deleted]

Kellie, wishing u a very successful Quilt Market, saw yr patterns at CraftExpo last weekend and thought of u.........u r popping up everywhere. Congrats. Sharon

[Jan]

OK girls pull out all stops......we really need help here! And the TROLLEY is top of the list so please please please.....I'll make you tea and coffee and go find some cupcakes to keep you fed and watered during your class! Jan

[Leanne]

Ha HA Kellie good luck with Houston. I'm sure just draping your wonderful quilts everywhere will be enough enticement for any one to buy your pattens.

[Laura in Stitches]

Having seen all the beautiful quilts & patterns etc that you are planning to take to market in your limited luggage allowance, I would have thought you would have put out a call for clothes to wear - not ladders & trolleys! But good luck with it all!
Enjoy. Lx

[Melanie]

I wish I lived near Houston!!! I would help you out with all of this. If you ever come to Utah please let me know. I have lots of contacts and could be of help. I hope to meet you someday and taking a class from you would be wonderful.
m

[Angie Zukywich]

what day is set up day? i may can deliver a trolley or two!
[email protected] I'll be at the quilt show Monday, Friday Saturday and Sunday.

Angie Zukywich

[Michaela Laurie]

All the very best of luck Kellie. I love your work. I am thinking of doing the Craft & Hobby Winter Show in January 2011 and you are giving me inspiration to - JUST DO IT GIRL!!! I look forward to reading about how fantastic it was and how well you did there. M

[sue]

I see your booth on other sites, so I'm sure that you got the help you needed? Everyone is commenting on your patterns, I hope you had a terrific time in Houston. I'm sorry that I wasn't there to see you, but maybe next year, and if you need stuff, let me know.

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