As a "slight" beginner in quilting, I tend to do a google image search for a specific idea in quilting. Example: victorian quilt. Note* I am gravitating toward Bing's image search now. I just get ideas from the pictures and then make it my own. But, I have found that a quilt Always takes it's own direction if you let it. :D

Visited Southwest Decoratives Quilt Shop this morning. Oh my goodness, what an incredible shop. I bought balloon fabric to make a tote bag, FOUR kits, and some tools. They were very glad I came in. I told them you sent me. I also got on their mailing list. I loved the shop ... I was glad to hear that I can shop via Web. Thanks for the recommendation.

Sound like you had a Great Time Cool !!

Inspiration hits all over the place, and makes this fun, somthing could be a pain to figure out how to make it work, but thats part of the fun too.
Happy Quilting !!

Edie I'm so glad you had a good time.I told you they would treat you right. They are all terrific people.
I hope you have a very safe trip home,comeback and visit the area soon.Maybe we can meet. I would like to stay in touch if you would like. Take care,Nancy

I LIVE in Rio Ranch, NM just up the hill from Albq! Glad you are enjoying your visit. Hope you will be here to see the special shape mass asscc on Friday...I think it's Friday. That is REALLY amazing

Here....my last 3 or 4 quilt patterns have come from this message board. You all are my inspiration.

I see ideas everywhere! Unfortunately I can't draw a straight line but I have a daughter or two that can..thank goodness!

I see quilt possibilities everywhere! Stained glass windows, tile floors, jewelry, paintings, nature...the list goes on and on!