Quiltcon was last weekend in Raleigh, NC. Being only 3 hours away, of course I had to go! It was my first visit, and won't be my last - with a caveat.
Quiltcon is allllll about modern quilts. It really doesn't stray far from that. I knew that going in, but it really made me realize that modern is not especially my style. I did not come out of the show with as much inspiration bubbling out of me as I was expecting. and I think that is the root cause of not feeling as excited about the experience. But ... what did I love at Quiltcon? The energy! The vendors! The quilts that I loved, I really loved! If I had someone to go with, I think an overnight stay in Raleigh would've been a lot of fun. It would've been amazing to spend some more time at the various vendors, and more time fangirl-ing at some quilting legends. I also wish Quiltcon hung more quilts. Each year I watch the hashtag #quiltconreject There are SO many great quilts that would qualify for that show, but do not get accepted.. I don't think I would fly to Quiltcon though, but I will definitely attend a close one again. Who knows, maybe someday I might make something modern enough to qualify ;) See my instagram for 10 quilts that caught my eye - certainly not the only great ones, but these were gorgeous. Next quilt show is this upcoming weekend in nearby Hampton, VA. I am looking forward to more inspiration! |
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