One of the guilds to which I belong (Heart of the Triad) recently had a quilt show. Most of the members seem to be traditional quilters, but I was impressed with many of the quilts even if they weren’t my style. That said, here are some of my favorites, which may not be typical of the show as a whole!
Best of show was this beautiful, detailed, applique quilt. I can’t imagine how long it took!
Flower Garden, made by Micol Parsons and quilted by Wendy Hughes
There were several graphic designs that caught my eye.
Wonky Squares is an improv quilt made and quilted by Teri Craven
Every Which Way was pieced and quilted by Teri Craven as well–I think I’ve found someone who shares my taste!
Here are a couple of unusual ones that I especially enjoyed.
Got Bored in Physics Class, pieced and quilted by Bette Brownlow, was notable for its unusual techniques and fun title
Periodic Table of Quilting & Embroidery by Lori Peterson included applique, piecing, and machine embroidery. This picture shows only part of it so you can see some detail. It was very impressive.
The guild challenge was to make an original quilt that included at least one heart and some plant(s).
Down at the Barn, by Ellen Hart, won first place in the guild challenge.
Scrappy by Linda Fishel
Big Billz by Sharon Dorminy
Where the Bears Are by Ellen Hart
Elaine’s Quilt, made and quilted by Gerry Lou Wray from a Quiltworx pattern
Of course there were many more wonderful quilts; it was hard to choose which to include in this post. I hope you belong to a guild with equally good quilters!
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I enjoyed looking at this array of quilts. What a wide variety. Thanks for sharing your photos
I was impressed by all the talent in our group 😀
How nice to attend a quilt show with such a variety of quilts. While I appreciate the work that goes into quilts made in the traditional style, it’s always the modern quilts that catch my attention. Maybe it’s the use of bright colors, or the unexpected designs, but I find them more interesting to study. Thanks for sharing your favorites.
As you can tell, I prefer the modern ones as well. However, I admired the beauty of some of the traditional ones and appreciate the work that went into them.
I enjoyed this virtual show on this Sunday morning! You chose a nice variety to share!
Thanks! Hope you have a good holiday weekend!
Wonky Squares takes it up a few notches with the ragged edge binding…that must have taken a bit of time in itself! I like how easily Toucans and Puffins are presented in that quilt – clearly two favorite birds of mine. And while I love the variety and representation of the diversity of your guild members via these quilts, that last one is the stunner for me!
Yes! In my experience, quilts designed by Quiltworx often win ribbons in local shows. I was shocked that this one only got an “honorable mention”. There were several other Quiltworx designs in the show and they were beautiful, too.
Those are wonderful quilts and many are so unique! Wow on the one with all that applique not sure I would make something like that (and if I did it would not look as accurate, ha!). I enjoyed seeing some quilts from the show!
Yes, it’s nice to be able to admire something without feeling I have to make it–since that won’t be happening!
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