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Comment on Shoot for the Moon #30- mistakes by Valerie

Valerie — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 20:55:53 +0000

Oh dear, now that you’ve asked me about Atlanta, I could write pages and pages.

We have a lovely city and it’s so unique (although I may be just a little bit biased).

Hmmm, “iconic Atlanta”… For me, that would include:

Centennial Olympic Park: the rings and the light towers are so distinctive and the park itself is home to all kinds of festivals and activities (the 4th of July fireworks, ice-skating rink in the winter, kids playing in the fountain in the summer…)

The World of Coke/Coca-Cola: we are the world headquarters after all. All soda is “coke” down here.

The Georgia Aquarium: although this is pretty new, it’s architecture is outstanding and it has really helped rejuvenate downtown.

The Atlanta skyline: there are several routes into the city where you crest a hill and the city is just spread out on the horizon. The Bank of America building, the round Westin hotel, and the SunTrust building are particularly recognizable especially at night.

“Tech Tower” on Georgia Tech’s campus. Atlanta has a huge number of universities (including Spelman, Morehouse, GaTech, Georgia State, Emory, Oglethorpe, etc). But the Tech Tower is historic and picturesque.

Natural things: Piedmont Park. Atl. is actually considered an “urban forest”. Trees everywhere! I love that where ever you go, it seems like you’re walking in the shade. Piedmont Park is right in the heart of midtown and was designed by the designer of Central Park in NYC. Stone Mountain is also just outside Atlanta area. It really doesn’t get much more southern than Stone Mountain.

Southern charm: Atlanta prides itself on being a bit laid back and “different” from other cities. To me, this is typified by the spring in the south. Wisteria, azaleas, dogwoods, there is nothing quite like it. (Also, the pollen, but we’ll leave that out…)

That’s all I can think of right now. I’ve really enjoyed your work and will keep my eye out for more of your patterns.

Comment on Shoot for the Moon #30- mistakes by zebrapatterns

zebrapatterns — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 19:17:23 +0000

Valerie –
I LOVE you! You have made my day! I will have to move Atlanta up on the list! lol! If I made an Atlanta stamp – what would HAVE TO BE on it? Not being from GA – I have not a clue! Debra

Comment on Shoot for the Moon #30- mistakes by zebrapatterns

zebrapatterns — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:20:55 +0000

Linda-
I really enjoyed having you as a student. I appreciate the words of support. I think you are going to do really well with your other art quilt we discussed. If you have any other questions – please email me and I will respond.

Comment on Shoot for the Moon #30- mistakes by Valerie

Valerie — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 19:03:24 +0000

Sorry to hear you’re having a rough time. I just finished one of your patterns and found it absolutely delightful. Great pattern and easy to follow/understand. If you ever make one for Atlanta, I will be first in line to buy your other patterns as well.

http://quiltmessingaround.blogspot.com/2009/11/finally-another-quilt-finished.html
(This is my rendition of your NYC stamp quilt.)

Comment on Shoot for the Moon #30- mistakes by Linda

Linda — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 14:20:00 +0000

I always live by the philosophy that life is just a series of problems to solve…it’s how you go about solving them that makes you who you are. It’s the problems you solve while ’shooting for the moon’ that will make your business and your creativity successful. Why just the other day, I lost the second claw of the eagle in your America pattern…and I looked everywhere multiple times. Yesterday, I found that claw in the bottom of my purse. Even though that one piece couldn’t have possibly been missing from the pattern, you provided me with that extra pattern page anyway. That action was a positive testament to your business integrity…and ultimately your success. Do take that well-earned break. Your next batch of patterns will be perfect. Can’t wait to see them!

Comment on Shoot for the Moon #30- mistakes by zebrapatterns

zebrapatterns — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 03:15:11 +0000

Thanks Jill, I appreciate your supportive words. I have been enjoying my children the past two days and trying to give myself a break. It feels great!

Comment on Shoot for the Moon #30- mistakes by Jill

Jill — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:00:08 +0000

You are really busy! I admire you for starting your own business and having a studio. A few errors in the quilt patterns aren’t that bad. I’m sure it happens all the time. With the internet, people can find the corrections easily. I enjoy following your blog. It’s really interesting!

Comment on Barn/Studio Update and pix!!! by Anne

Anne — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 16:36:11 +0000

It looks just beautiful – congratulations! You’ve more than earned it!
Can’t wait to see it in person.

love

Comment on Debra Gabel’s catoring by Renee Valdes

Renee Valdes — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:23:16 +0000

Oh how special! I remember those days… cherish them while you can!

Comment on Good Bye Houston! by Patti

Patti — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 02:26:58 +0000

I guess it was a TON of work! Glad to hear it was a success…..looking forward to seeing pictues of the finished studio.! Give everyone a kiss from me!