Pacific International Quilt Festival, Part 2

The next quilts we’ll cover as part of the Pacific International Quilt Festival exhibition are selections from the Traditional category. If you’re in to Modern don’t skip this as what is interesting is the modern overtones in many of the quilts. I am going to mix these up between the ones that seem a bit more modern and the amazing palettes, detailed quilting and phenomenal piecing workmanship of the more elaborate traditional quilts.

There were a lot more in this category in the show, these are merely ones that I gravitated to. Yes, I know, you are always at the mercy of my eye. Next up after this, in Part 3, we will do the Gee’s Bend Revisited portion of the exhibition.

Enjoy!

Woven Forty Two by Arleen Kukua

Woven Forty Two by Arleen Kukua

Woven Forty Two by Arleen Kukua

Woven Forty Two by Arleen Kukua

Jackie Got Into Aunt Millie's Garden by Jackie Aguilar

Jackie Got Into Aunt Millie’s Garden by Jackie Aguilar

Jackie Got Into Aunt Millie's Garden by Jackie Aguilar

Jackie Got Into Aunt Millie’s Garden by Jackie Aguilar

Greeple by Jeanne Ichnowski

Greeple by Jeanne Ichnowski

Greeple by Jeanne Ichnowski

Greeple by Jeanne Ichnowski

Delft Garden by Gail Smith

Delft Garden by Gail Smith

Delft Garden by Gail Smith

Delft Garden by Gail Smith

Graduation Day by Leona McCann

Graduation Day by Leona McCann

Graduation Day by Leona McCann

Graduation Day by Leona McCann

Pajama Game by Leslie Bixel

Pajama Game by Leslie Bixel

Pajama Game by Leslie Bixel

Pajama Game by Leslie Bixel

Forever And Never Again by Joan McWilliams

Forever And Never Again by Joan McWilliams

Forever And Never Again by Joan McWilliams

Forever And Never Again by Joan McWilliams

Silken Glow by Karen Litvinchuk

Silken Glow by Karen Litvinchuk

Silken Glow by Karen Litvinchuk

Silken Glow by Karen Litvinchuk

New York Beauty, Color Theory I: Color Doesn't Matter by Deborah Lancaster

New York Beauty, Color Theory I: Color Doesn’t Matter by Deborah Lancaster

New York Beauty, Color Theory I: Color Doesn't Matter by Deborah Lancaster

New York Beauty, Color Theory I: Color Doesn’t Matter by Deborah Lancaster

Not All That Modern by Luanne Chittenden

Not All That Modern by Luanne Chittenden

Not All That Modern by Luanne Chittenden

Not All That Modern by Luanne Chittenden

Medallion Meadow by Alethea Ballard

Medallion Meadow by Alethea Ballard

Medallion Meadow by Alethea Ballard

Medallion Meadow by Alethea Ballard

Summer Stars by Debbie Simmons

Summer Stars by Debbie Simmons

Summer Stars by Debbie Simmons

Summer Stars by Debbie Simmons

Color Fondue by Swan Sheridan

Color Fondue by Swan Sheridan

Color Fondue by Swan Sheridan

Color Fondue by Swan Sheridan

Boston Commons Tradition by Patricia Bryan

Boston Commons Tradition by Patricia Bryan

Boston Commons Tradition by Patricia Bryan

Boston Commons Tradition by Patricia Bryan

Pacific International Quilt Festival 2014 Part 1

Since I couldn’t make it to Quilt Market this fall, (packing up our kitchen in prep for a big renovation) I was glad to be able to cover the Pacific International Quilt festival at the Santa Clara Convention Center last weekend. It gave me my fix of looking at gorgeous quilts from around the world since I missed the exhibition at Quilt Market, which is absolutely my favorite part of market.

A bustling floor with booths of fabric, pattern, tools and all things sewing galore, the exhibition runs in and out through the whole space.  As usual, I go in and just look and shoot any quilt that looks interesting and appeals to me. We will have several posts as I took photos of almost 150 quilts so stay tuned!

The first set are selections from “4-Way Dialogue by ab-strakt-ed”, a retrospective of works created for a series of invitational, 4 person exhibits that were presented by this group over the past three years.  It features improvisationally pieced, abstract art quilts by Santa Barbara ab-strakt-ed artists Lou Ann Smith, Patty Six, Debra Blake, and Maren Johnson. 

Standing Together by Patty Six

Standing Together by Patty Six

Standing Together by Patty Six

Standing Together by Patty Six

Portals and Pathways by Debra Blake

Portals and Pathways by Debra Blake

Portals and Pathways by Debra Blake

Portals and Pathways by Debra Blake

Red Moon by Maren Johnston

Red Moon by Maren Johnston

Red Moon by Maren Johnston

Red Moon by Maren Johnston

Santa Barbara to Denver by Lou Ann Smith

Santa Barbara to Denver by Lou Ann Smith

Santa Barbara to Denver by Lou Ann Smith

Santa Barbara to Denver by Lou Ann Smith

Seeking Space by Debra Blake

Seeking Space by Debra Blake

Seeking Space by Debra Blake

Seeking Space by Debra Blake

Seeking Balance by Debra Blake

Seeking Balance by Debra Blake

Live Oaks 6: Sun and Shadow by Lou Ann Smith

Live Oaks 6: Sun and Shadow by Lou Ann Smith

Live Oaks 6: Sun and Shadow by Lou Ann Smith

Live Oaks 6: Sun and Shadow by Lou Ann Smith

Live Oaks 5: Fall in Paris by Lou Ann Smith

Live Oaks 5: Fall in Paris by Lou Ann Smith

Live Oaks 5: Fall in Paris by Lou Ann Smith

Live Oaks 5: Fall in Paris by Lou Ann Smith

 

Succulents Abstracted 4: Grey by Lou Ann Smith

Succulents Abstracted 4: Grey by Lou Ann Smith

Peru by Maren Johnston

Peru by Maren Johnston

Peru by Maren Johnston

Peru by Maren Johnston

Parallel Lives by Patty Six

Parallel Lives by Patty Six

Parallel Lives by Patty Six

Parallel Lives by Patty Six

Kapa Kai I by Maren Johnston

Kapa Kai I by Maren Johnston

Kapa Kai I by Maren Johnston

Kapa Kai I by Maren Johnston

Hilary by Patty Six

Hilary by Patty Six

Hilary by Patty Six

Hilary by Patty Six

Margaret Glendening and MGmade

I met Margaret Glendening through the East Bay Modern quilt guild,  and am always enamored by the quilts that she brings in to show. Attention to detail, great color stories and fabric selection make her quilts stand out, along with how prolific she is.  So pleased with the quilt she made using Pop Rox and some Andover Fabrics textured solids, with a back as handsome as the front!

And because I’m such a fan, I’m also going to show you some shots of more of her quilts and don’t forget to check out her Etsy shop, MGmade especially if you want a well made affordable baby or lap quilt as a gift for someone!

Hexagon quilt by margaret Glendening using Pop Rox fabric

Hexagon quilt by margaret Glendening using Pop Rox fabric

Hexagon quilt by margaret Glendening using Pop Rox fabric

Hexagon quilt by Margaret Glendening using Pop Rox fabric

back of Hexagon quilt by margaret Glendening using Pop Rox fabric

back of Hexagon quilt by Margaret Glendening using Pop Rox fabric

Hexagon quilt by margaret Glendening using Pop Rox fabric

Hexagon quilt by Margaret Glendening using Pop Rox fabric

Hexagon quilt by margaret Glendening using Pop Rox fabric

Hexagon quilt by Margaret Glendening using Pop Rox fabric

Shot Thru by Margaret Glendening

Shot Thru by Margaret Glendening

back of Shot Thru by Margaret Glendening

back of Shot Thru by Margaret Glendening

Exploding Diamonds by Margaret Glendening

Exploding Diamonds by Margaret Glendening

Exploding Diamonds by Margaret Glendening

Exploding Diamonds by Margaret Glendening

Primarily Grey by Margaret Glendening

Primarily Grey by Margaret Glendening

Dream On and On by Margaret Glendening

Dream On and On by Margaret Glendening

Danilo's Quilt by Margaret Glendening

Danilo’s Quilt by Margaret Glendening

Garden Windows by Margaret Glendening, pattern: Elizabeth Hartman's Kitchen Window

Garden Windows by Margaret Glendening, pattern: Elizabeth Hartman’s Kitchen Window

Garden Windows by Margaret Glendening, pattern: Elizabeth Hartman's Kitchen Window

Garden Windows by Margaret Glendening, pattern: Elizabeth Hartman’s Kitchen Windowg

 

Greenery Quilt by Margaret Glendening

Greenery Quilt by Margaret Glendening

Retro Cars Stripe Quilt by Margaret Glendening

Retro Cars Stripe Quilt by Margaret Glendening

Quilting in the Garden 2014

What a scrumptious day at Alden Lane Nursery to see their annual “Quilting in The Garden” show.  Beautiful quilts hanging all over their vast property amongst the flowers and trees, all blowing in the wind!

First some shots of the whole scene and then we’ll zero in on a few quilts (only a fraction unfortunately!).  Photography a little challenging as one is looking up taking photos against a sunny sky, so we’ll show you what we can, and enjoy the dappled light. If you’re in the area, don’t miss this event next year!

Featured artists this year were local celebrities Diana McClun and Laura Nownes, and from Oregon, Jean Wells and the Quilt of Sisters.  There were also quilts by local quilters, some with booths. There certainly were beautiful quilts everywhere.  Kind of dreamy! Take a gander….

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery #192 OHO Zen Chic by Ginn Staines

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery Quilt #254 The Good, Bag and Ugly by Judy White, #247 Friendship Lattice by Teresa Abbey

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #186 Vintage Hexagon by Jackie Erickson

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #145 Tumbling Stars by Diana McClun and Laura  Nownes

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #242 Neighborhood Square by Candace Hallquist

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #163 Digital Pink Rose by Diana McClun & Laura Nownes

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, Digital Pink Rose by Diana Mc Clun & Laura Nownes

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #164 Red Triangles by Diana McClun & Laura Nownes

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, Red Triangles by Diana McClun and Laura Nownes

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #166 Scrap Silk Quilt 1 by Diana McClun & Laura Nownes

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #127 Star Medallion by Diana McClun & Laura Nownes

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, back of #127 Star Medallion by Diana McClun & Laura Nownes…I spy Pop Rox!

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #42 Modern Drunkard for a Missionary by Melissa Draper

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #93 Red Mountains by Diana McClun and Laura Nownes

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #168 Crazy Quilt Bugs by Diana McClun and Laura Nownes

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #122 The Giant Tumble by Diana McClun and Laura Nownes

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, The Giant Tumble by Diana McClun and Laura Nownes

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #208 Quilts Hanging in the Village by Peggy Lindsay

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, Quilts Hanging in the Village by Peggy Lindsay

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #103 Garden Maze by Diana McClun and Laura Nownes

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #165 Color Study by Diana McClun and Laura Nownes

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #40 Play with Botello by Jackie Ferrebee

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #21 Mystery Quilt by B.J. Meier

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #79 Rollin in the Jellies w/ Louise by Robin Maimoni

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #74 Crackers and Jellies Gone Chevron by Linda Gullick

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #141 Monet’s Garden by Diana McClun and Laura Nownes

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #57 Juanita’s Star of Bethlehem by Barbara Bowman

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #187 Contemporary Log Jam by Jackie Erickson

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #207 Garden Gone Wild by Jean Wells-Kennan

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #194 Pavers and Pomegranates by Tonye Phillips

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, Pavers and Pomegranates by Tonye Phillips

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #24 Star Struck by Mary Walcher

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #151 Woven Ribbons by Diana McClun & Laura Nownes

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, Woven Ribbons by Diana McClun & Laura Nownes

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #219 Baker’s Twine quilt by Valori Wells

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, Baker’s Twine Quilt by Valori Wells

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #41 Little Miss Color Wheel by Melissa Draper

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #139 Sensu by Diana McClun and Laura Nownes

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #190 Batik Lone Star by Jackie Erickson

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, Batik Lone Star by Jackie Erickson

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #183 Caliente by Ann Richardson

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, Caliente by Ann Richardson

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery

Quilting in The Garden at Alden Lane Nursery, #204 Tumble and Turn by Lawry Thorn