Trunk Show at Quilting in the Grove Retreat

Ready to load the car . . . 

(I can't believe I folded 30 quilts into the four large file boxes!)

(all photos will supersize if clicked, and clicked again)

Glorious sunrise as I headed out . . . 

From the interstate through an industrial park, 

and then down this picturesque road . . .

Unloaded and waiting to begin . . .

(that's Colors of Joy and Jester in the background)

Guild President Teresa welcoming everyone . . .

(that's Senescence draped over the side table)

Waiting with the retreat committee members . . . 

Being introduced

as Teresa shared the story of our meeting over Tonya's book . . . 

(My  Bobbin Along necklace was a big hit)

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Talking about Cattywampus . . . 

And Sometimes Y . . .

(the battery in my camera died at this point 

and the woman who had my camera didn't have the spare - oops!)

If I get more photos of my presentation, I'll share those in a later post.

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The rest of the morning was spent with sewing machines whirring

as guild members pieced charity quilt tops using 5" pre-cut squares.

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After lunch, we were treated to four truly amazing crazy quilts:

Do be sure to supersize this!!

Mickey's embroidery and beading work are fantastic!!

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Quilting in the Grove presented me with 

two Priority Quilts and a check ~

 I will register the PQs and forward the check to AAQI on Monday.

Thank you SO much ~ it was a great experience!

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And, for those who have wanted to see my White Coat in action ~

this is the only photo I have, for now.

p.s.  The coat was very well received ~ "you're wearing a hug!"

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I'm off now to unpack boxes and put away the quilts.

It's been a very good day!

Quiltdivajulie