We now provide judges’ comments for an additional $10.  As in most large shows who offer this, this usually consists of 3-5 short comments about the strengths of your quilt, and the same number of areas that may need further attention or improvement.  These are objective observations made by trained individuals with experience judging shows professionally.  We hope that by offering this, those of you interested can learn of areas for future growth, as well as have the strengths of your piece identified.  These comments will be returned with your fabric and pin if the item travels, or with your entry if it is not selected.  The comments will not be provided by the final judges choosing award winners because of the large number of items they must judge in a short time.

See our CDs or the website for the previous winners for ideas about what appealed to judges, but recognize that each judge has very individualized tastes, and that they have a very difficult job choosing from a large number of really wonderful items.

In addition to the brief written comments, you will receive a short video on a CD with information about the judging process and hints and techniques on how to correct some of the common construction mistakes. This video can be viewed on your computer.