First, some background info– I have only entered in this show for the past three years. The first year I got an honorable mention, the second year, I did get a couple of red ribbons and a yellow– not the coveted blue– to this point I had never had a blue ribbon, anywhere! This group is not made of big machine embroidery fans– I do show ‘n tell at most of the monthly meetings and when I ask how many people like machine embroidery, I get 2 or 3 hands up out of 200 people. So I decided to try really hard this year and entered four pieces in four different categories… this show is all Viewer’s Choice–wait till you see the response this time!


    First, the challenge quilt. I thought this was my best shot at a blue because I minimized the embroidery– it’s English Paper Piecing, Foundation Paper Piecing, Machine Applique– a little something for everyone. Plus, what’s not to like about a tall ship? These are hung right by the entryway– I walked in on Saturday morning and there it was! Yay! My ship came in!

Don’t you think the red ribbon is just perfect on this piece?!


So that’s my story… I have to admit this is just way over the top, completely unexpected. Grateful thanks to the Bayberry Guild and all of the attendees. I’m happy to say, my fascination with ribbons is officially over, and I’ll never say again that machine embroidery doesn’t get the respect it deserves. But it’s time to retire back to my sewing room and do what I love– happiness is in the journey, not the destination.  

   
Later in the week, I’m going to do a heavy picture post of all of the gorgeous work in the show, and then a final post about my first ever booth and demonstrations– once I restore order in my studio!


XOX
Carol