This weekend I had the pleasure of meeting Barbara, Patty, Patti, Mardel, and Diane. Most of these women are members of PR and blog as well. Marji and Carolyn were coming too but could not attend due to jury and illness in the family.
Barbara Bell at Counter in Vogue
Patti Ferguson organized this Chicago meet, greet, and shop. This kind lady is great source of encouragement and is to be commended for bringing us all together. Last fall she emailed me to introduce herself. Both she and I know one of the Assistant Vice Chancellor's for Research at the University. Patti suggested that I join the Stitcher's Guild and expressed her likes of my sewing projects.
I met the group at the Vogue store in Evanston. Afterwards we had lunch. Then everyone headed to Fishman's. This is the premier fabric store in Chicago. Whatever you are looking for, you are sure to find it at Fishman's. Mardel bought some of the most beautiful fabrics from there. I looked and watched. I've shopped there many times, but was not in the market to purchase high end fabrics this trip. lol May be later.
Notions Section (Vogue)
Zipper Corner (Vogue)
Mardel Searching for Treasures (Fishman's)
After shopping at Fishman's, we said our good-bye's. I headed for home and the ladies headed back to Skokie.
This was a wonderful meet, greet, and shop. I really enjoyed to the company of these creative women. And everyone came away with beautiful fabric either from Vogue or Fishman's. My only "two" disappointments were Marji and Carolyn couldn't make it, and I couldn't spend more time. It was great to share sewing stories and life experiences. Thanks to Deepika, PR, women all around the globe have united to form a dynamic group of creative people who may influence the market for all things sewing.
Patty and Diane at Fishman's
Glad you had a good time!!!
ReplyDeleteYou had another play date! I'm so jealous - looks like you had a great time. If I ever make it to Chicago, I'm looking forward to visiting these stores.
ReplyDeleteI am so glad that you had a wonderful time with my fiberly friends. We really have to try hard to get together - this is the 2nd time that we haven't been able to pull it off! BTW, what did you buy?!
ReplyDeleteLooks like you had a ball!
ReplyDeleteLooks like you all had a great time! I haven't been to Fishman's in a long time. I used to go there with my mom when she was sewing. Perhaps my daughter & I should plan to go there! LOL
ReplyDeleteIsn't this just great how we have several opportunities to meet with other people who sew! Looks like you guys sure had a great time :) .
ReplyDeleteWe did have a great time!
ReplyDeleteKaren - Please let me know when you plan to visit.
Carolyn - We must try hard. I only purchased what I needed for projects that I'm working on. I bought four zippers, thread, and some red chiffon and some white georgette. That's it..., Boring.
Jackie - They have changed the layout of the store. Now there are racks of large swatches instead of the bulks and rolls of fabric.
Thanks again,
C
What a wonderful time. Just imagine drooling over beautiful fabrics. The sewing community is the only place on the planet earth where strangers meet each other and develop respect and admiration for each other creative master pieces. Now, if only our politicians and the leaders around the world will visit sewing blog land, they might just learn something from all of us.
ReplyDeleteHow fun! I'm so jealous. I wish I could have been there!!!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you were able to make it, even sadder that I wasn't. ;(
ReplyDeleteAnother time.
I have been meaning to visit Fishman's for a while - so far I've just been to Vogue (which I love!)
ReplyDeleteGreat report Cennetta! How nice to refresh the memories. It was great to meet you.
ReplyDeleteHi Cennetta. It looks like you all had a blast. I must have been in the shower when you call to invite me. LOL I love Fishman Fabrics, it's my favorite shop for fabrics. Did you all make it to the small shop on Adams (between Fraklin and Wacker)? They has nice pieces there at very reasonable prices. Anyway, maybe next time.
ReplyDeleteOhh. Cennetta .- that wonderful day you had to have this meeting. I am very happy and I am a little jealous because even I would have liked to be there ...... uhmmm. our world, sewing, a big hug for you and happy sewing. Paco
ReplyDeleteLooks like you guys had a great time!That fabric store looks awesome!!Can't wait to see what you purchase!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun reason to meet new people! Any day(year/decade) now my mom and I are going to hop on the MegaBus for a Chicago fabric shopping spree!
ReplyDeleteGlad you were able to meet a few sewing friends and go to Fishman's. How fun!
ReplyDeleteSounds like you had a great time....makes me want to visit one day. Fabric stores are very limited where I live :(
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