Thursday, April 7, 2011

IMPRESSIONS!!!














From the moment we walked in,
 it was like we had fallen down a hole and found a red and white wonderland. 

Words still escape me to fully describe how standing in amongst these quilts have touched me.

From every angle, and each way you  turned your head, you saw something different.

l have to admit to going a little crazy with my camera, and took over 1,000 photos during our 5 visits.

So l will take a few days, and show some individual photos, some closeups,
 and maybe by then l might have chosen a few special ones.

 But with 651 quilts to choose from, who can pick favorites!!!


Tell me how you would have felt standing in among this exhibit!!

Thanks for visiting,
Linda.









32 comments:

  1. I love your description!
    "It was like we had fallen down a hole and found a red and white wonderland."

    I thought that is what had happened. It wasn't?

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  2. Oh my gosh! I think these are the most beautiful photographs I have seen Linda and I can't wait to see more... Well, I think I would have been speechless, just in absolutely awe taking in the different shades of red, the patterns, the quilting, the calico/muslin, cotton used, I would have been in HEAVEN. Then I would have thought about all the women who made these beautiful quilts and how much enjoyment they are bringing. Thanks Linda!

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  3. amazing Linda makes me feel as if I am right back in the armory looking at the quilts. There are no words to really describe it . One of the most incredible experiences I will always remember.
    I am so happy that I was able to be there and meet up with you and all your friends!

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  4. The second photo shows a quilt I hae yet to see, the one of the lady sitting at spinning wheel?!? Love all your photos! I would have been very dizzy and lightheaded from looking up, all the patterns, textures, colour. Love the dark background. Such a perfect display!

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  5. In awe!! There really is a quilting god!! Thanks for sharing!
    P

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  6. Yes, the images are very "other worldish". The way that the quilts are hung gives a different sense of space.
    You are lucky to have experienced it in person.

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  7. i think great generosity of spirit is my over whelming feeling for a family who were prepared to show the world this beautiful exhibition! to be there must have been breathtaking, but to those who have shared their visit, thankyou!
    i look forward linda to more photos.

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  8. So beautiful Linda. Thanks so much for sharing the red and white wonderland with us - looking forward to more photos - Hugs Nat

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  9. Gorgeous - although I wasn't there, your photos do such justice to the exhibit. Thanks so much for posting!

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  10. What a perfect statement you made about being at this show. Just looking at your photos makes me feel like i"m right back there. It all seems so surreal. Lori over at Humble quilts posted some good photos and after looking at them I went and ordered 10 yards of solid red. It will match the 1 yd I got in nyc. Now to find the right creamy white.....

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  11. just stunning !

    (red and white fabric is sold out soon ;D )

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  12. No matter how many of these photos I see, there is always a quilt I haven't seen. I understand why you had to go back 5 times and why you took so many photos. An experience never to be repeated.

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  13. Kathie sent me and I'm so glad she did. This must have been a truly stunning show and your photos are wonderful. Thanks for sharing.

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  14. Awesome, just awesome. Thanks for sharing your pictures and insights :)

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  15. The way the quilts were displayed is just amazing! I'm sure I would have been speechless, it just takes your breath away. Thanks so much for posting your photos Linda. I am really looking forward to individual photos and close ups. For those of us who could not go, we are experiencing this marvelous show through your (and other kind bloggers) eyes, cameras and words. Thank you!

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  16. Hi Linda, I couldn't believe how it moved me to tears it was such an overwhelming experience and not sure it could ever be repeated.
    I just kept thinking about all the women who had made these quilts and how many souls they had kept warm, What would they think seeing them hanging for all the world to see!

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  17. Thank-you so much for sharing!! I am glad you found the cord.
    It must have been unbelievable.♥

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  18. Linda,

    I just felt lucky to be alive and experiencing what I was seeing. As much of the disbelief I was in, I knew this was an experience of my life time.. An awakening of my own way of quilting happened.. I came home very clear on who I am as a quilter!

    Thanks for sharing your pictures and experience.

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  19. I would have felt like I was in dreamland and hoping no one would wake me. :-)

    Thank you for sharing with us.

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  20. I can think of two words to describe how I think I would feel - dumbstruck, as in speechless, and awestruck. I can't wait for the book!

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  21. Thank you for sharing this with me.......... it's wonderfull!!!!!!!!!!
    I'll like red quilts. I have no words for it.
    love from Holland!
    Wilma

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  22. OH MY!! Thank you for posting these Fabulous photos. This is one of those times when I long to live on the east coast. California has the weather but you all have the culture.

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  23. I wish I had seen any of these quilts. How great, how wonderful! Your pics let me feel a bit of those inspirations and feelings you won!
    Thanks for sharing!
    Bea

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  24. Thanks for these wonderful pictures! I would have loved-loved-loved to be there, but it was not to be. I wonder if the owners could be persuaded to have another go in Europe, preferably here in Amsterdam??? LOL!

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  25. Amazing photos of what must have been a JAW-DROPPING exhibition. Thanks for sharing!

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  26. As I stood in that Amory the feeling that came to me was a sense of reverence. I likened it to being in a Cathedral. With all those people, it was very quiet. People were so polite and willingly moved aside so others could take pictures. Not only was I in awe of the quilts, but I couldn't help but think of the 100's of unknown quiltmakers. For me, the show was a beautiful expression of gratitude to those that stitched these quilts so many years ago.

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  27. The stunning arrangement of the quilts has certainly added to the wonder of the display. I recently downloaded the App to my iPad and everytime I look at the photos of the quilts I see a new favourite. Oh, how I wish that this exhibition had been scheduled for later this month when I am to be in the US. from Jenny McH

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  28. I just can't get enough of the pics of that show! I soooo wish I could have gone! :(

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  29. Thanks for sharing your remarkable photos of a remarkable show. Thanks to all the anonymous women who made those quilts. It's been a blessing to see these quilts through you and others who were able to attend. I'm ready to start sewing.

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  30. hi Linda, I think I would have been in tears, for shure - thats just overwhelming!!! so many talented women, so many stories behind the quilts. Thank you for taking us with you through your pictures - Brigitte

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  31. I am not good with words or feelings so my comment is not mine... but your description seems to fit VERY well... a rabbit hole experience.

    Interesting thought 1000 photos, another person commented about what the "old fashion" cost of development would have been - scarey. 21st century has it's merits!

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