Well, not literally…. I DON’T do handwork!! But we can still enjoy the amazing work displayed at the International Quilt Festival!!
The Blue Ribbon was awarded to this gem…..
She suggested that we count the number of ladybugs. While I didn’t do that, I see three in this single detail photo…
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Second Prize went to…..
There are SO many fantastic details in this quilt….
In case you missed it, look at the 3-D refrigerator!!
The border was made up of many imaginative details….
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The Third Place ribbon was awarded to…..
The quilter writes…. “I’ll give you a tulip bouquet with hope for your happy days.”
The embroidery on this quilt is out of this world…..
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This quilt was made to celebrate life!!
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This quilt is based on a pattern by Ruth de Vos” and is appliqued with linen.
The colors work together so well!
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Look at how intricate the applique is…..
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Her hope is that “the people who see this quilt will be filled with joy and happiness.”
Look at this quilting and appliqued details….
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The theme of this quilt is “My Color” As she made each pattern, she thought about what colors she liked and how freely and joyfully she could combine colors and patterns.
Each block i9s 12-cm square…..approximately 4.724 inches!!
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The applique, embroidery and quilting are all outstanding…..
We will stop there for today, but come back tomorrow for the rest of hand-quilting division!!
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If you don’t want to miss my personal tour of the International Quilt Festival in Houston, be sure to subscribe…….
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Oh, my goodness! Truly masterful quilts!