We at Northern Star are a creative bunch. Different talents and techniques abound. Every year that creativity is put to the test with a new Challenge. Get in on the fun!
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2020 - What's Your Vision?
The year is 2020, soooo, the Challenge:
What’s Your Vision?
Contact: Challenge@northernstarquilters.com
Here are some inspiring thoughts on Vision:
Setting new goals for yourself? Reaching a goal? A dream? An inspiration??
Sticking to a resolution? Moving? Winning the lottery?
Changing careers? Starting a business? Retiring?
Entering our Show? Winning a Ribbon at our Show? Trying something new?
Creating the perfect garden? Got an upcoming event? Paying it forward?
Getting glasses? Having cataract surgery?
Make it real or make it a fantasy. Make is serious or make it playful. Express yourself. Let your Vision shine. The options are endless for creativity, imagination, design and construction. But, most important, HAVE FUN!!!!!
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2020 Format
1. The quilt project must consist of 3 layers, back, top and batting all stitched together and quilted by hand or machine and created by one maker.
2. The choice of fabrics, colors, threads and embellishments and quilting are all up to you.
3. The quilt can be constructed in any form you wish, i.e., paper piecing, traditional pattern, appliqué or your own pattern. Or, this could be a perfect opportunity to try something new!
4. Don’t forget the sleeve for hanging and a label.
5. The quilt size MUST be 24 inches square.
Ribbons (1st, 2nd & 3rd), will be awarded in the following categories:
(Note: In order to streamline and simplify the voting. You will just be voting for your favorite in each category.)
– Most Creative
– Best Design
– Best Visual Impact
– Best Workmanship
Timeline
Deadline: The quilts are due and collected at the FEBRUARY meeting.
Voting: Voting takes place at the MARCH meeting. Each member can cast one vote for their favorite quilt in each ribbon category with First, Second, and Third Place ribbons awarded.
Display: All quilts are held for display at the NSQG World of Quilts show and returned at the MAY Guild meeting.