Hummingbird started as a whole-cloth with the main design stitched using contrasting green thread.  I decided to add color to the whole quilt using colored pencils and a textile medium. after it returned from the first competition.  It was stitched on Gammill Optimum Plus and Gammill’s Design Center was used.

Source of Design:  Original.

Made and Quilted By:  Irena Bluhm.

Pictures: MEDIUM & LARGE

“Not Just Black and White” portrays my belief tat each of us see things a little differently.  I’m sure these zebras believe they are all alike and equally beautiful.

Source of Design:  Original.

Made and Quilted By:  Cassandra Williams.

Pictures: MEDIUM & LARGE

Redwood Valley, CA

Without question, God is the source of my creativity, love and life.  God provides the woven lattice of my soul, while I provide the bits of color, highlights and shadows that are my life’s experiences and choices.  Over my life, God’s plan and purpose become the fertile garden of His work—at once lush, mysterious and not easily understood.  The three butterflies symbolize the Trinity while the border represents eternity. 

Source of Design:  Original.  Digitized embroidery from Husqvarna Viking Collection.

Made and Quilted By:  Ann Horton.

Pictures: MEDIUM & LARGE

Entirely machine pieced, this quilt displays a high contrast of bold, vibrant colors.  Swarovski crystals are randomly placed for additional sparkle.  The back mirrors the front design beautifully with metallic thread on both sides.

Source of Design:  Original.

Made and Quilted By:  Sharon L. Schlotzhauer.

Pictures: MEDIUM & LARGE