Friday we drove from Alexandra to Geelong arriving just in time for a late lunch. Along the way we saw evidence of bushfires that had passed......
Another "Aussie pub".....
Geelong has some wonderful architecture.....
and a visit along the foreshore to see the
Painted Bollards is always a must.......
Saturday was an enjoyable day spent with special friends from Ballarat and then after lunch the nerves kicked in as I prepared for the afternoon talk I had to deliver. It was wonderful to see such a great attendance with what must have been well over 200 quilters! Many kind girls brought their completed"Morris" quilts to show me...it is always such a thrill to see them finished and I thank you all so very much for bringing them (and for allowing me to photograph them for the blog). Thanks so much girls....and I knew I would forget all your names.........sorry xx
My heart always stirs when I see a version of the "Adelaide Collection Sampler" because mine is still missing presumed stolen......this one was all appliquéd by hand......just beautiful......
Lovely Morris inspired bell pulls......
I love the colour selection for this "Morris Magic" quilt....what a mammoth effort and again ALL the appliqué was done by hand - just gorgeous.....
And this version of "Portiere" has 3D insects and a wonderful spider.........
Today was day one of a two day workshop with the Geelong quilters......more of that later. Five years ago on the same weekend I was teaching the very same group.....I remember it well as we celebrated our 30th wedding anniversary.....and of course five years on we celebrate 35 years of '
togetherness' tomorrow.....thanks Larry for always being my patient and kind supporter (or should I say 'roadie'?!)
To you who are visiting the blog...I hope all is well in your part of the world x
What a great post, Michelle! Love those bollards - what a kick - those would be fun to visit. And awesome quilts!! I was so sorry to read you had a quilt stolen. All's well here and Happy Anniversary!
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