Tag Archives: Quilt Design Star 2012

While I still don’t consider myself a designer, and certainly not a “star”, I have been learning a great deal about myself during the last few months. I have learned I do have original ideas. I have learned I can … Continue reading →

First I thought WOW I made it to the finals! When I found out that we had the theme “opposites attract” I thought ” oh, wow, where do I begin?….make a list from what ever pops into my head. From … Continue reading →

I am honored to have been selected to participate in Challenge 3 of McCall’s Quilt Design Star™ 2012. First, I would like to express thanks to the sponsors of QDS.  I have enjoyed and appreciated the generous gifts we have … Continue reading →

What was my reaction when I learned the theme for Challenge 3? – WOW!  Opposite Attract.  This will definitely push boundaries in my quilting. What helped inspire my design idea for this final challenge? My first step was to research … Continue reading →

It is such an honor to be included in the final round of the Challenge. Because of this competition, I feel as though I have finally found my artistic voice and been affirmed as an artist. During this time my … Continue reading →

To be chosen to continue on  in the contest was an honor and a pleasant surprise for me. For the final challenge, I  thought I was ready for anything , but found I was not…Opposites Attract?? Normally I send out … Continue reading →

After looking at the challenge fabric for awhile and coming up empty, I decided to try a hint from one of the other contestants and google “paisley”. Was surprised to learn that  paisley represents the palm leave or mango and … Continue reading →