More Beauty from the Houston Quilt Exhibit

If you were really with me (Teri) for this little tour of beauty found at the International Quilt Market and Festival exhibit in Houston, you would be running back and forth throughout the exhibit. Today, I have chosen a few things that especially caught my eye. We will actually be looking at a number of separate displays. Enjoy the eye candy!

You probably know that I love appliqué album quilts, but how wonderful is one that tells the story of one's life. I fell in love with this quilt, and felt almost as though I had met Barbara. What a tribute to her family!

 

Maybe because we like to mix media in our work and do a lot of embroidered embellishments—or perhaps because I have four young grandchildren—this bright, colorful quilt made me happy. I think my kiddos would love the dimensional ears and the different textures, as well as the colorful elephants.

       

There are no words to describe the intricate detail of this stunning quilt. We always enjoy learning the story of a quilt, and I appreciated the explanation of the quilt's symbols. 

Can you see the birds?

  

What a cool design! I didn't notice birds at all until I read her description.

I have had a doll collection since I was seven years old, and my dad brought me a Geisha Girl doll home for me from a business trip in Japan. While I have never attempted to make a doll, I find it fascinating to see the work in this particular exhibit.

  

Anyone who loves fairy tales as much as we do couldn't help but admire this fabulous dragon sitting atop a storybook. Sadly, the maker's name was not displayed while I was there, but whoever made this masterpiece did a spectacular job. He is beautifully terrifying!

Probably all of us can identify with this sweet doll.

Another story reference

There is nothing like a good pun—"A Head of Her Time" is just perfect for Marie Antoinette!

We love to stitch gardens, as I'm sure you've recognized if you have read many of our posts. Here are just a few of the "gardens" from that exhibit.

The blocks are amazing, but wow—that border is exquisite!

Christine's drawings come to life in this elegant quilt. The variety of techniques she uses add to the quilt's ethereal beauty.

What a lot of elaborate appliqué!

 A sampling of the quilts in this Red & White exhibit

   

Finally, a few colorful gems from this display.

    

Have you feasted your eyes on enough inspiring stimulation for one day? There is more, but we should pace ourselves. There was so much to see, and I am filled with ideas for new projects. 

How about you? Have you been inspired to try something new? What is it? Please share in the comments below! You might just spur someone else on to trying it, too! If you are reading this in email, you can click here to post your comment directly on the blog. We'd love to hear from you!

Stay tuned: more appliqué, French, and antique quilts are yet to come!