Handmade….the mind boggles!!

Every year, I am amazed at the quilts that are include in the “HandMade” category, and these were no exception.

The first place ribbon was awarded to…..

“Invitation to Japanese Tea Ceremony” by Yoko Izumi

The photo does not do justice to the quilt, as the colors are much deeper and stronger, but the applique is extraordinary!!


Second place was awarded to…..

“Be Fashionable on Rainy Days!” by Akiko Yoshimizu

Akiko has done it again with her tiny…..tiny dolls….

This year she added a fun embroidered finishing technique…..


The third place ribbon went to this stunner…..

“Peacock” by Naomi Ootomo

Look at the detail of the quilting, not to mention how even the stitches are!!


This next quilt was a team effort. Each of ten makers shared in the piecing and applique….

“Juneberry Swaying in the Wind” by Mayumi Miura with 9 friends!

You really need a close-up look at this to appreciate it fully…..


Another group of six quilters created this quaint village….


Others that were noticeable for their work included…..

“Eternal Beauty” by Zena Thorpe

Here is an up-close-and-personal shot…..


“Third Spools The Charm” by Barbara Korengold

“The Shimmering Blue Rose” by Yachiyo Katsuno

There’s more to come….stay tuned!!

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3 thoughts on “Handmade….the mind boggles!!

  1. Just stunning! No words to describe the creativity, workwomanship and joy of these works of art! Thank you for sharing! I so appreciate the hand of the quilter!

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