DATES DUE : (see rules for quilts at end of list)
November 8, 2007 PINCUSHION CHALLENGE
We all use pincushions. They can take on many shapes beyond the classic tomato. Give up using the arm of your couch and make a pincushion that is out of the ordinary.
Rules: There are no specific rules, so let your imagination run free.
November 8th is also the date that the "Quilter's Christmas" ornaments are due for the Genesis House Tree.
February 14, 2008 KITTY KAPERS CHALLENGE
Love em or hate em... this challenge invites you to put your feelings about cats into a quilt.
April 10, 2008 AT THE MOVIES CHALLENGE
Movies have been an important part of our culture. Where else but a movie theater can you sit in the dark with a bunch of strangers and laugh, cry, and eat popcorn? This is a challenge to make a quilt that represents your favorite movie, or movie character. That is if you can actually pick ONE...
July 10, 2008 AT THE BEACH CHALLENGE
It's July, it's hot, and we are going to the beach. Make a quilt that represents what you like the best about going to the beach.
September 11, 2008 NURSERY TALES CHALLENGE
Make a quilt based on your favorite Fairy Tale or Nursery Rhyme.
RULES:
These are the rules for the quilt challenges
- Size Requirement : any size up to and NOT exceeding 45" on any side
- You may use any technique that you wish to construct your quilt
- The quilt must be in 3 layers, but it doesn't necessarily have to be traditional construction
- The edges of the quilt must be closed. Use any method such as traditional binding, zigzag, etc.
