ABOUT BEAR PAW MACHINE QUILTING... owned and operated BY kathy bradbury
I am a self taught quilter who began making quilts around 1994 and 'Longarm quilting in 2002. I made the decision to become professional in early 2003, right after I discovered I really was quite obsessed! So why not do what I love best?!
I have worked in a local quilt shop, I have taught several mystery quilt classes and a few classes on how to machine quilt on your domestic machines. I also served for two years as President of the Frisco Quilt Guild in Frisco, TEXAS, as well as being a member of several other quilt guilds. I have even judged a small quilt show, in Mineola, TX! I had a lot of fun, but took my job very seriously! (There are a few resulting photos on the link). In 2005 I served as the Chairman in the judging category at the Plano Quilt Show in Plano, TX. That was quite an experience!
I have earned several ribbons for my quilts, including a BEST OF SHOW at the Plano Quilt Show in Plano, TX, 2001! (I love to go back to that moment!) I have several First Place Ribbons, a Mayor's Ribbon (Jefferson, TX) a few Second, Third and Honorable Mention ribbons as well. My Thimble-bury's quilt was also juried into the AQS show in Nashville, TN in 2004!! In September 2007, I received a cherished "Quilter's Award Ribbon" for my longarm quilting.I hope it's the first of many!
I have two grown children, my son (my baby) has graduated college and has recently married a wonderful girl! And my beautiful daughter is married and has a family of her own, including her husband who has really grown on us and my two adorable grandchildren! (Don't make the mistake of asking me about my grandchildren. I'm afraid I'd have tell you!!) I reside in Allen, Texas with my wonderful, supportive husband of 30 years! He's such a lucky man!
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * I will be happy to professionally finish your quilt for you!
I will do my best to complete your quilt in the time frame that we discuss. If it is not ready by that date I will call you. I will also call and surprise you if your quilt is ready early!
Give me a call to make an appointment. We can talk on the phone or in person if you live locally! Or feel free to email me at kathybradbury@yahoo.com