Another May Quilting Weekend over....

I am sure that most of you who read my blog are well and truly aware that I love quilting and spend a lot of time on my favourite past time. I do actually spend time on other things such as farmwork, housework, etc, etc -  but just at the moment I have been doing a lot of exciting quilting things.
Last weekend the quilting group I belong to held their annual May Seminar weekend at Tocal College Paterson. Maitland Patchwork Quilters is a growing and very active group of quilters from all walks of life who gather regularly in the true spirit of quilting. Our members range in age from 23 to 86 and with experience that ranges from beginners to published and prize winning quilters and tutors.  Regardless of our age or our ability and experience we have a lot of fun and love learning new skills and techniques.
This weekend I attended a workshop tutored by the ever young Lessa Siegele from Adelaide. Lessa is in her 70's   ( I am sure she wont mind me telling you that!) and the recipient of the Rajah Award ( the top quilting accolade for an Australian quilter). Lessa is a gem! The hints, tips and techniques that Lessa shared with us all comes only from a quilter of Lessa's quality and experience. Some in Lessa's workshop did her version of "The Rajah Quilt". This quilt is historically Australia's most famous and oldest quilt. I participated in the 60 degree triangle Star Quilt workshop - an oldie but a goodie. Lessa also shared and demonstrated her methods of making baby blocks, flying geese and much more. We all came away from the weekend learning more than we thought we would but more importantly having a great deal of fun!!!

Our happy group of quilters doing Lessa's workshop. Lessa is 3rd from left front row.

60 degree Star Quilt blocks.

One of our youngest members and her WIP.

Nicole showing her first ever completed Queen size quilt top. Well done!

Well now it is time for me to think about other things. Probably some housework is required or maybe some more quilting....

Until next time....
Carol