Yesterday I had the pleasure to attend a talk given by Amy Butler. It was great to meet somebody responsible for so much of my Visa bill in recent years, someone whose disegn peppers my wardrobe and my house...
And here she is
oh yeah, and that's me - hi, ya'll - and that is no 3 who loves having his picture taken.
I was unable to find a babysitter for the boys so I took them with me. They say luck helps the brave (and the stupid...) and they were superb. They sat quietly for 2 hours, colouring, playing Nintendo, sitting on the floor picking their toes...
And this is Amy talking about her new line (can't wait, looks fab) coming out in the Autumn and trying very hard not to look at what No 3 was up too just in front of her. She's a professional, she didn't miss a slide.
and, wait a moment, what's that in the background? there on the table looking splendid and amazingly finished?
but of course, it's this little baby...
which now lies in all its Amy glory in the newly painted spare room
This room used to be a VERY bright pink but after three years I had to democratically bow to the majority and get rid of it. Nobody liked it but me. Seriously. Nobody.
So now it's this soft, calm, restful powdery blue (Farrow & Ball, Parma Grey). And everyone is happy.
Including me.
I took my daughter to see Amy last year and we had a wonderful time. Amy is just so warm and friendly and took the time to talk to Chloe and sign her book for her.
Posted by: Kristin | Sunday, 16 August 2009 at 01:42 AM
what a special day that must have been.
I bet you were the happiest mother there, nose picking and all!
Posted by: Tiel | Sunday, 16 August 2009 at 01:30 PM
and also, so nice to see you. I'm currently wearing black tights under a flowing top too, and put my sandles on today for the first time in months. I feel OK now, knowing that you and Amy have the same look.
Posted by: Tiel | Sunday, 16 August 2009 at 01:34 PM
Lucky you! Was it at Five Valleys?
Your quilt is gorgeous. I have a similar one lined up for niece #3.
Posted by: Dragonfly | Sunday, 16 August 2009 at 01:38 PM
Beautiful photos, beautiful quilt....and BEAUTIFUL YOU!! Really...and I love your outfit!
Posted by: cathleen | Monday, 17 August 2009 at 02:17 PM
Wow, how exciting!!
Posted by: Patsy | Tuesday, 18 August 2009 at 01:02 PM
GORGEOUS quilt, and I love your bed... I wish I could have a bed with an end... my other half is too long and I'm not allowed one. boo!
x
Posted by: Fancy Elastic | Tuesday, 18 August 2009 at 01:09 PM
I met her last year and it was nice to hear how she deisgns. Where did you meet her?
Posted by: Joanna | Tuesday, 18 August 2009 at 09:16 PM
Monica, you took your quilt to meet Amy!! And the two of you being style twins and all. Brilliant!
Posted by: Ali | Tuesday, 18 August 2009 at 11:35 PM
Beautiful throw. But how exciting that you got to meet Amy. I think I would be slightly star-struck!
Posted by: Cat | Friday, 21 August 2009 at 10:49 PM
i love your quilt, wish i was brave enough to try something that size, & glad your boys behaved for you, i doubt my 1 would have done the same, & on a rather random note, i love the dress you are wearing in your photo, if you don't mind me asking where did you get it?
Posted by: Kelly | Wednesday, 26 August 2009 at 03:10 PM
Amy is beautiful, her fabric is gorgeous and you look pretty lovely yourself!
Posted by: tracey petersen | Thursday, 27 August 2009 at 10:22 AM
Amy is so wonderful! So friendly and down-to-earth. I chatted with her just a little bit at Liberty. But sadly no presentation. Looking forward to the new line now!
And your quilt looks fabulous (of course)!
K x
Posted by: kristina | Friday, 28 August 2009 at 10:40 AM