Wow, I can't believe how long it's been since I wrote on this... It's been a crazy year, full of family stuff, a couple of different jobs and not enough time in the studio. I think I've finally figured out how to cram everything in - stay up really late and do the dishes when I run out of silverware! 

Last weekend I had the pleasure of traveling to Bethel, Alaska (from my home in Fairbanks) to teach  classes for the Kozy Kusko Quilters Guild. A wonderful group of like-minded fiber lovers, which is always a treat. We experimented with silk flowers under tulle; created Japanese kimono jackets; added to our bag collections; and put together quilt tops that showcased some of our favorite fabrics. A very productive weekend, in their aptly named Kozy log cabin! They were gracious, fun, and willing to put up with my schizo personality :)  Teaching four projects almost simultaneously was a challenge, but I think it all worked out in the end!

The sun was shining brightly as we took 'Twitchell's Ten Minute Tour of Town' and snapped a pic on the Kuskokwim river.  No quilting retreat weekend would be complete without a foray to the local fabric store.  On the way to the airport we ducked into Swanson's where I netted a beautiful batik to remind me of my trip.  Next time I'll have to make it my first stop because I'm sure that there were many more with my name on them!!  I look forward to a return trip.