My Entry Into The Cherrywood Challenge 2023-Monarch Butterfly

 

Imagine if I Were the Last

I attended my 1st Quiltcon this year and it was more than I imagined. I had such a wonderful time and I met a number of people in the industry that I have long admired. While I was there, I learned about Cherrywood Fabrics and their yearly competition. 

The challenge for 2023 highlights the plight of the Monarch Butterfly. Their population is dewindling due to the reduction of the Milkweed, their main source of food. I'm thankful to be able to create a piece to bring awareness to their struggle. And I'm very proud to be a finalist!

This years fabric bundle from Cherrywood! The colors are beautiful and I love the quality of the fabric. 

 

Photos of my work stages!

The finished piece!

Detail 

Detail

Art is Life!

I love this pattern and the fabrics! It is so whimsical and fun and I found a great color for the back! I purchased this fabric bundle at Quilt Week in Paducah, KY in 2022. The fabric designer is P. Carter Carpin and I love her creations. 

I purchased the quilt pattern for Woollypetals on Esty, the pattern is called Floored 10!

A closer look at some of the prints!

The best part of making this top is that this will be a quilt for me! 

Art Is Life!