I can't believe Fall Market is over and I'm back in upstate NY freezing my *you know what's* off in this 32 degree weather. I miss you Houston and your 80 degree temps! I had a blast meeting some of my online friends and can't wait to do it again. I have to admit the whole experience was overwhelming for a first timer. I found myself frazzled after sample spree on Friday night, and unable to even think about fabric any longer after walking the floor all day Saturday. Ultimately, we decided to take a break on Sunday and spent the day touring Houston and getting to know the city a little better.In an effort to give myself a little time to digest everything, I'm spreading my posts out over several weeks in November. There are lots of pictures to share and even more stories to tell. Some posts will even have giveaways! That's right. I thought of you guys while I was gone and snagged some great stuff to pass along to those that weren't able to be there.
Here are a few tidbits from my travels ...
I caught up with the wonderful Jana of Izzy and Ivy.
Sandy Klop of American Jane was so down to earth. I think I chatted with her the most.
Bari J and Heather Jones posing with me inside Bari's booth.
The AdornIt girls! Can you tell they're related?
Pokey Bolton from Quilting Arts. She walks very fast! I think I followed her down an entire aisle before catching up.
QuiltDad John Adams and I. Settling the long-time debate: Yes, we are 2 separate people! LOL
Elizabeth and Heather between John and I. Heather, you need to tell me your secret to all that energy you have. I don't think I would ever be able to keep up with you. You seemed to be everywhere at Market.
Family friend and quilt instructor Deb Tucker of Studio 180 design with her daughter.
To be honest with you, I had to remind myself to take pictures the majority of the time. There was so much to look at and so many people to talk to.
I'm still going through photos at the moment. I'll share more soon!
20 comments:
Eeek, looks like you had a wonderful time Ryan! I totally understand the feeling of being overwhelmed - it was definitely a little crazy back in May, but I'm sure Fall is even more difficult. I hope you'll be coming out to SLC next May so that we can meet!
I am hoping to be one of those overwhelmed ones next fall! Sounds like you had a fabulous time!
Sounds like it was a great time. Can't wait to see what you got for yourself. And I totally cracked up at the picture of you and John. Very funny!
fabulouus pictures ryan!! and i slept for 14 hours yesterday! haha... so i think my overdrive finally gave out! LOL
loved meeting you and your hotty wife!! ;)
x, heather
Congratulations of being indocterinated into Market and surviving it all! I haven't been for a few years now... glad you had such a great time.
hilarious picture of you two guys! That one is my favorite! LOL.
Wow...thanks for sharing your pictures. I know you had a great time, even though you were overwhelmed.
Ha ha...I got a kick out of the statement "Settling the long-time debate: Yes, we are 2 separate people!" Of course you could pass as brothers.
It looks like you had a great time. One day I will make the trip across from Australia. I am still not convinced you and Quilt Dad are two separate people. This is a digital photo and it could be altered - lol. Happy XY quilting
Love seeing the photos, looks like everyone has such a great time and fun meeting with quilting friends.
Debbie
So glad you posted pictures! I have been so excited to here about everyone's adventures at market!
I'm looking forward to the rest of your posts. Glad you had a great time.
My first time at Market was pretty overwhelming, too! All the fabrics were starting to blend together by Sunday afternoon! Too bad I didn't get to meet you, but next time! I'm glad you had a great trip!
So glad to know we weren't the only 1st timers who were completely overwhelmed by market!
Looks like a wonderful time...glad you shared that picture of you and QuiltDad...that clears things up! :o)
Ryan!! Thanks so much for visiting the Adornit booth! We had so much fun getting to know you.
What a great set of pics! Looks like a great time was had by ALL!
I can't believe I missed you at market! I did interview both John Adams and Deb Tucker for my Podcast. John had mentioned that you were there. I would have love to have caught up with you. Glad you had a good time! Isn't market just fantastic!
Great photos Ryan. Thanks for sharing. Looks like you had a lot of fun.
Great posts! Glad you guys had fun, it was great to meet you two!
Ok, I feel the need to complain here. You and John are a bad influence on my husband. He is threatening to get his own sewing machine and learn to quilt. I already have an entire room devoted to the Joy of Fabric and he wants to add another one? You guys better stop it right now or he's going to end up in a picture with you at quilt market too. Of course, I'll be in the middle. *grin*
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