One of the fun things about taking classes from a quilt designer is that typically, they bring along some samples of their work, and you get to see a little trunk show. Paula Barnes of Red Crinoline Quilts did just that. Not only did she bring a number of gorgeous quilts, but a good selection of her patterns. One pattern that I fell in love with instantly was Crossroads. I actually did not see this quilt in person, but was quickly able to pull together fabrics which I thought would work brilliantly.
The reds, tourquoise and golds with that bit of black for sparkle just thrilled me! I think 2013 may be my year of Paula Barnes quilts!
Here are some of the quilts she brought along to Washington as part of her trunk show:
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While I adore getting your comments and answering them, I am away at the present time and won't be able to respond as usual.
Crossroads is my favorite, too, but the other 4 wonderful quilts are all a close second! Delicious fabrics, too.
Happy Thursday! You're about 6 hours ahead so I wonder what this day's adventures are for you!
Hugs!
Posted by: Barbara Anne | September 06, 2012 at 05:56 AM
I have been following Cathy (Quilting on Main Street Blog) make Crossroads. She is almost done and it's looking great. I picked up Tavern Blues and Elizabeth (the first and second of your pictures) a while ago. I finally started collecting for Tavern Blue. Maybe I'll get around to it next year! LOL!
Posted by: Sandy M | September 06, 2012 at 06:37 AM
OOOH! I love this look! Blocks on point always capture my attention. You've chosen beautiful fabrics. I'm curious..why the name change from Bonnie Blue to Red Crinoline? Did I miss an explanation?
Posted by: Liz | September 06, 2012 at 08:28 AM
Love what you have picked out for Crossroads. Yummy. Cant wait to see your quilt.
Posted by: Sue Bennett | September 06, 2012 at 08:52 AM
This is not about this post, but further to your book post of a couple weeks ago - I would like to add "Into the Darkest Corner" by Elizabeth Haynes to my list of suggestions. Just finished it and could not put it down!
Posted by: Anne Simonot | September 06, 2012 at 05:38 PM
I've always been a big fan of Paula Barnes patterns. Crossroads is a winner for sure!!
Posted by: LoriD | September 06, 2012 at 06:13 PM
Really love the pinkish/brown triangle quilt in your photos - although they are all stunning!
Hope you are having fun!
Posted by: Sherry | September 06, 2012 at 06:53 PM
Love the fabrics you picked out for Crossroads! It's funny because the blue looks like a gray dusty blue, not turquoise, but really pretty! Can't wait to see it done :)
Posted by: Anita | September 06, 2012 at 07:17 PM
How beautiful these quilts are! I absolutely love the Crossroads quilt. The fabrics you picked are so lovely. I have wanted to do a civil warish quilt for sometime, you have me so inspired by this post, THANKS!! :)
Posted by: Chris | September 06, 2012 at 08:58 PM