Are as different as each of us and our approach to ‘life’. Coming from a garment construction background, I’m always looking at quilt shop fabrics with a dual mindset………what would work well for a current/future quilt or how would the fabric translate into a possible garment application. Having said all that, the first shop we scoped out, on our way home from Harlingen (TX), was located in Kerrville, TX, and was possibly the most perfect melding of all things possible for fabric inspiration!!!
Grab a cuppa and let me take you on a (not so) quick tour.
“Creations” is situated in a beautiful Victorian home and invites one to enter into textile dreaminess!! 
The entry way already had my attention!!! 
And a pleasant “Hello” greeted me.
Each room had a theme but the common ‘thread’ was “inspiration overload”!!! LUV!!!!! 
Of course, there must be Bluebonnet fabric!
And thread …….. a rainbow of choices!! Totally yummy!!!! Located in the famous Texas “Hill Country”, the drive is gorgeous.
Our next stop was in Fredericksburg at “One Quilt Place”………
Situated on the edge of town, this picturesque setting was the epitome of Springtime in Texas!!!! 
The building straight ahead is the actual shop, with the Cottage (right), available for rent, housing up to 8 for those fun quilty get-away times. Across the parking area is the Studio, where classes/workshops take place. Now, for a short tour………
There’s definitely something for every quilter’s dream here!
Fredericksburg was our overnight destination that day and, because we were somewhat on a homeward schedule, we had an early breakfast at the Old German Bakery & Restaurant and finished our meal too early for the opening of all the amazing shops!!! Ugh! Well, next time. But I did snap a pic of the plate (yup, just the plate—with the vestiges of the wonderful apple coffee-cake—)my bread came on……….
I see quilt patterns!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The rest of our drive through the winding, gently hilly roads of the “Hill Country” were filled with large areas that glowed with the brilliance of Bluebonnets and Indian Paint Brush. I/we look forward to returning next February for a few days (sound ok, Kathy????).
Now, on to the day………………
They look like great shops Doreen and I see quilt patterns too!!
The first one was so “me” that the 2nd (really good, too!) seemed to be less (but wasn’t!).
And how many hours did you spend in these quilt shops? I don’t think I would ever get home.
Ummmmmm……well……at the first one, Tom was just about to come in and find out if someone kidnapped me!!!! The second was a tad quicker!!!! LOL!
Creations is one great shop! I’m pretty sure I’d walk out having spent some money … and I’m not even a quilter!
Ahem………..I did and I am!!!!! hehehe…
Soo glad you made it to Creations…knew you’d love it. Every time we’re down that way I make time to visit the shop. Always find something I need or simply want. One Quilt Place is one cute shop; must stop by there real soon. Looks like you’ve got some traveling spots for next year…Texas is an awesome state as we’re like 5 states rolled into one. Hugs….
YES!!! Well put! 5+ states….amazing!!!!
I want to go. Beautiful, I love the first shop. Great ideas and fabric. Think Carol would shop hop to these places?
Oh yes……and Kathy and Anita!!!!!! LOL!
You know I am already looking forward to your visit!! I’m so glad you are enjoying the Hill Country as much as I do. Now we are both back in MN and we will enjoy more time together!!
Yay!!!! Still trying to find my “home groove”!!!!!!! Still feel a bit scattered!!! LOL!
You are so lucky to have a driving partner that doesn’the mind stopping at quilt shops. I haven’the found the magic method in making that happen yet. Thanks for the picture tours.
At first he was willing if there was an antique shop nearby or a good spot to read a book that was brought along. Now, he has gone with me to so many show events that he knows more about quilts/quilting than the gals who are also there looking!!! I’ve involved him in many of my studio projects (make-overs, “brainstorms”) so he has become quite knowledgeable about the art and interested. BUT….yes, I am lucky!!!!!
This was great! I will plan on visiting these shops next January! I went to a neat shop in Bandera but the shop in Kerrville looks great! Thanks Doreen for these wonderful posts.
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We missed the one in Bandera…….we were in the wrong lane for the necessary left turn!! Will get to that one next February!!!!! Hope to see you Tues. at quilting!!!!!!!!!
I didn’t go on the day-trip over to these 2 shops while our group was at retreat in New Braunsfel, TX, this year….so thank you for sharing such yummy eye-candy. Oh, yes…Creations gets the creative juices flowing!! 🙂
That’s a big “affirmative”!!!!!
You featured two of my favorite quilt shops.
They are amazing! The garment inspiration at Creations was truly a beautiful addition! Where are you located??? Thanks so much for popping by for a visit!!! Hugs……….
Those shops are quilting heaven.
They really are (especially that first one!!)……and the settings for each are a big part of the ambiance.
Sooo lovely and the fabrics give you ideas of creativity. Blessings Always, Mtetar