Hudson's Quilt Guild Challenge

Our local quilt guild held its first challenge competition this past year. In September 2010 each participant was given a packet of the same 4 fat quarters to which we were allowed to add 2 more fat quarters of our choice. We could create anything with the fabrics as long the perimeter did not exceed 250 inches and we had until May to do it.

Brigitte, owner of the Quilt Chalet where I teach classes

There were 31 entries in all and each one was stunning in its own right. The entries were displayed with numbers and everyone voted for their favourite by secret ballot. We had a great time trying to guess who made what!

Lee Anne, one of my mystery block of the month class "chicks"

Sharon, another fabulous block of the month class "chick"

I was thrilled to win first prize with my original design based on a 19th C Art Nouveau tapestry. My entry was hand appliquéd and machine stitched.

So proud!

Second prize went to Linda, who is an accomplished hand quilter. Her entry was hand appliquéd and beautifully hand quilted.

Linda and her lovely quilt

Everyone had a great time with this challenge and we've already got about twice as many participants signed up for next year's challenge.
Have a wonderful summer ladies!

New Summer Goodies

Look at the fun organic fabrics we got from Birch Fabrics this week!

We have three new fabrics from the Avalon collection, and we've replenished our stock of Happy Camping.

We can now make our popular Happy Camping Blankets again, and we're nearly done stitching up blankets and burp cloths in the three new fabrics. They look great and the new items should be available in our Etsy shop within a few days.

Have a great weekend!

New at Organic Quilt Company: Baby Sleep Sacks

We are thrilled to be making these super sweet sleep sacks. For those who aren't familiar with them, they're essentially sleeveless sleeping bags for babies.

Ours are gorgeous on the outside with sweet organic cotton fabric and trim, and cozy on the inside with the softest unbleached organic flannel lining. All the details are available on our Etsy shop.

A beautiful alternative to a blanket, our sleep sack will keep baby warm and comfortable. These are recommended for babies age 3-9 months, but we're pleased to make a different size and/or fabric combination as needed. Sweet dreams are nearly guaranteed!