Our last note from Anita Z, our Star Hollow QAL leader! Thanks, Anita for inspiring us with this fun quilt!
“I hope that all who have joined the QAL have spent some enjoyable time revisiting their stash/hoard/collection, and have been able to “use what you have” to create something wonderful. I hope this project has enabled us to dip our toes into some very gentle improv with the free placement of the star triangles. And I hope that these stars have gotten us through a very gloomy winter.
Please consider sharing your quilts (tops or finished) with our Guild at twilightsimcoe@gmail.com And bring them for our Show and Tell at the April retreat!
Great news if you want to delve more into Jolene Klassen’s inimitable style. She has just self-published her first book, “A Year of Quilts.” Each page (144 of them) is a visual treat (she also journals and scrapbooks, which is evident). The fonts and saturation of black ink are perfect for anyone with visual issues. Included are nine patterns and loads of inspiration – close-up photos and insights into how she chooses fabric. Reading Jolene’s book was like meeting up with a good quilting friend over a cup of coffee in the kitchen. And extra special to connect with a Canadian quilter from Alberta.
You can order “A Year of Quilts” here. When ordering, please note that this is a print-to-order system – your book is only printed after your order is received (you do have 3 hours in which to cancel or change). Ensure you’re on the CAD page – flag in the upper right corner. My total came to $63.83 (which included shipping and tax).
Added March 7, 2024: A Year of Quilts is now available on Amazon Canada. Here is the link!
Thanks to Jolene for inspiring our winter quilts! You can follow her on Instagram: @blueelephantstitches or read her blog at: https://blueelephantstitches.com/
Twilight Quilters' Guild of Norfolk County 