2023 Guild Challenge – Decorate the Holiday Tables

 

 

2023 Guild Challenge – Jane Brough and Pat Pflugh

Decorate the Holiday Tables

Remember, even if you have five in the drawer, you can always gift the runner!  The Guild is encouraging your engagement in the Challenge.

Rules:

·        Create a one-of-a-kind table runner or table mat that is themed for a holiday!

·        We are limiting your choice for holidays to:

v  Valentine’s Day v  St. Patrick’s Day v  Easter

v  Independence Day v  Halloween v  Thanksgiving

 

·        If creating a rectangle table runner, the minimum size is 12” wide by 32” long.  If the participant would prefer a square mat, the minimum size is 20” by 20”

·        Colors:  Your choice – for the holiday you prefer.

·        Design:  Use your imagination and patterns.  Pieced or applique, your choice.

·        Multiple entries are allowed, if you are interested in making more than one.

·        The runner/mat must be made in 2023 to qualify for this Challenge.

·        The fabric is your choice.  Use your stash or not.

·        No KITS for this challenge

·        Finished runners/mats must be complete with top, batting backing, and bound.

·        Other items such as placemats, bags, rugs, etc. are not allowed.

Proposed judging will be on the following criteria:

·        Best Original Design

·        Best Color Combinations

·        Best Theme

·        Best In Stitching

·        Best Overall

 

2022 Challenge

The challenge is meant to be fun!

 Rules:

Design: 

• Your choice. 

• Must have some piecing and applique which can be hand or machine.

• The submitted item must be new for this challenge.

• The fabric does not have to be purchased in 2022 but the quilt must be created in 2022.
  

• Kits are optional.  

• A completed quilt item (top, batting and backing) is not required to complete the challenge. 

Size: 

•  Minimum size is 63” x 87”. 

• Tote bags, placemats, rugs, etc. are not allowed.

 

Judging & Awards:

• Entries will be judged on accuracy of piecing and quality of embroidery.

• Members in good standing will vote on entries based on above criteria. 

• Ribbons will be awarded for first, second, and third place.

 

Challenge quilts will be turned in for judging at the December meeting.