by Great Joy Studio | Nov 5, 2012 | Art News, Field Trip, Quilting & Fabric
A sincere thank you to Christy Starr, the proprietor at Helen’s Hen House quilt shop in Florissant Missouri. Christy was kind enough to invite me to share my fabric designs with customers at the shop’s annual open house event.
This was my first visit to the historic Meyers House & Barn where I spent a delightful afternoon. Upon my arrival, my mouth agape with surprise, I quickly realized it was going to be a FULL (Hen) house! Although filled with nervous excitement, my eyes attempted to take in all of the charming details of the building, grounds and goodies inside as I prepared to set up. The creaking wide planked floor boards added that much more to the authenticity and ambiance of the 1860’s building.
Christy and her staff had several projects made from three of my new fabric lines that were featured throughout the shop.
“Bakers Dozen” snowmen apron and table topper.
“Creepers Peepers” and “Sewing Seeds” in a welcoming room (prepared especially for me)!
This is where I enjoyed visiting with a wonderful group of creative and kindred patrons. Among them, I was surprised to learn, an art teacher, card designer, ceramic artisan, thread artist and quilt/sewing enthusiasts of course. For an added treat I became re-acquainted with a couple who have been collectors (former customers) of my hand painted Christmas ornaments made long before I broke into art licensing.
Stories of projects using my Hungry Animal Alphabet (& other former children’s collections) for grands were shared. One gram brought in a particularly special project for me to sign. I was honored, And grateful.
It was a privilege to be a part of such a warm group and inviting shop.
Congrats Christy!
Additional Hen House Quilt Shop photos on Facebook.
by Great Joy Studio | Oct 21, 2012 | Art News, Quilting & Fabric
Once again ~
It’s off to the International Quilt Market in Houston this week,
with Quilting Treasures – Booth 1056
Presenting to the trade October 27-29 are “McGregor’s Market”; 
A combination of two former, farm favorites that include some of my fondest & earliest images.
Also, a classic Christmas collection that I’ll share on Facebook during the show. Both fabric groups will be available in quilt shops, 2013.
Visit us at booth 1056
International Quilt Market
October 27-29, 2012
Houston, TX
by Great Joy Studio | Oct 15, 2012 | Art News, Quilting & Fabric
Jeepers – It’s a “Creepers Peepers” fabric giveaway! Quilting Treasures and I have teamed up with this offer – Win two festive fat quarter bundles (four fabric selections) and one (large patch) 24″ x 44″ pillow panel. Just in time for tricks & treats!
The “Creepers Peepers” fabrics from this vintage inspired 2012 Halloween collection feature jolly jac-o-lanterns, hooting owls and a variety of piercing peepers. The scary part . . . ONLY TWO DAYS TO ENTER! The winning name will be drawn on Oct. 17
Three simple steps to enter:
• Go to the Quilting Treasures Facebook page & click the ‘Like’ button next to ‘Subscribe’ (above the posts)
• Leave a comment there as instructed, telling how you plan to use the fabric on the specified (Monday’s) post
• Click the Tidings of Great Joy, LLC ‘Like’ button next to ‘Subscribe’ (above the posts)
That’s it. Thanks for playing!
Just like a kid, I always enjoy drawing the fun & funny Halloween icons especially this time of year. The color for the owls began with Derwent Watercolor pencils. As water was applied to blend, a touch of Windsor Watercolors were added, here and there.
The “Creepers Peepers” collection is available in quilt shops now.
Presented by Quilting Treasures.
Happy Hallowe’en sewing & painting!
by Great Joy Studio | Jun 25, 2012 | Quilting & Fabric, Studio
Yes, STILL!
So much life seems to get in the way of a full on, clean sweep of the entire studio clutter (all at the same time) that is ever accumulating. I simply cannot keep up however, I remain hopeful. Our second annual ‘Mini Art’ campers arrive today so, last week I made another sincere effort to move/organize debris & supplies. Here are the office and fabric wall (accumulated in just 3 years) results. 
S – l – o – w – l – y, it is getting there!
The ‘Princess in the Pea’ bed (John’s retired junior) now holds the many quilts from some of our past collections.
See the (Oct. 2010 ‘Can Of Worms’ post) compare on Facebook!
The beautiful fabrics available at www.quiltingtreasures.com
by Great Joy Studio | Jun 8, 2012 | Art News, Quilting & Fabric
The other two boxes delivered . . .
. . correct, more fun fabric!
Tidings 2012 Christmas fabric, “Baker’s Dozen” from Quilting Treasures.
DELICIOUS!
And available in quilt shops for your holiday projects.
by Great Joy Studio | May 31, 2012 | Art News, Quilting & Fabric
Just before quilt market, four large boxes were delivered.
Typically, I can’t wait to see what’s inside but there was no time to really enjoy the contents. Until yesterday!
Take a look at what was peering back at me as I opened two of the boxes.
Fun (& funny) fall fabric!
The beautiful goods, “Creepers Peepers” from Quilting Treasures, will be available in quilt shops this summer.
As always, around this time of year, I start looking forward to fall. The new fabric helps. 😉
Christy and her staff had several projects made from three of my new fabric lines that were featured throughout the shop.
“Bakers Dozen” snowmen apron and table topper.
“Creepers Peepers” and “Sewing Seeds” in a welcoming room (prepared especially for me)!
It was a privilege to be a part of such a warm group and inviting shop.
