SSQA 2004 Challenge Results

Carol Henry presented a challenge, "My Florida" or "What Florida Means to Me"
The rules were:

Must represent the maker's personal feelings about the state.
Must be quilted.
Sleeve on back for hanging.
24" x 24" or any combination of sizes equal to 576 square inches or less.
Use any technique or combination of techniques.
Include a brief explanation of why you made the quilt. Twenty-five words or less.

Entry is for SSQA members only.

The results of the challenge appear below.
Thank you Sarah, for sending on the pic and the descriptions.

1st place winner $75

The Gathering by Linda Kelley, Panama City
I have lived in Florida since 1978. The sunsets and the egrets have always intrigued me, and I always stop and smell the flowers when I see them.

2nd place winner $50

by Peggy Montesano, West Palm Beach
I love MY FLORIDA filled with flowers -- rain to water them, warmth to nurture them, sunshine to show off their beautiful colors.

3rd place winner $25

Circle of Life by Betsy O'Neill, Tavares
I saw a flamingo on my honeymoon in Florida in 1973. At that time I would never have believed I’d be living in Florida someday.

Viewers' Choice $25

by San Juanita (Sam) Lopez, Panama City
Amazing Sunsets. Emerald Shores. White Sandy Beaches. Sand Dunes. Sea Oats and Warm Breezes. That is my Florida!

Other entries

by Donna Gibbens, Panama City
Canadian winters make me appreciate "MY FLORIDA". Palm trees, seashells, water and dolphins - surrounded by blue water and bright sunshine -- who could ask for more?

Bayou Sunrise by Sarah Hough, Lynn Haven
Magnificent sunrises over the bayou, walks on white sugar sand beaches, solitude in quiet places but, most of all, wonderful friends.