1ST PLACE WINNER
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DANCE OF THE 'WILD' FLOWERS!
by Sharon L. Schlotzhauer
Aurora, CO
"This is the 8th quilt in my whimsical, dimensional, ‘Wild’ Flowers! series. The flowers are wild in the sense of being crazy, 'out-there' - not realistic. I designed this piece to conform to others in the series meaning it had to be dimensional, colorful, and sparkly. Beadwork and Swarovski crystals are found on the backside as well. I think the ‘broken’ border design makes it a bit more interesting and out of the ordinary. A dear friend thought it looked like the flowers were dancing - and thus it was named."
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- Sharon L. Schlotzhauer
2ND PLACE WINNER
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WINTER IS SNOW MUCH FUN
by Pam Hadfield
Laguna Niguel, CA
"I used 13 of the 14 Hoffman Batiks. This is a fun winter scene inspired by a greeting card I had saved."
- Pam Hadfield
3RD PLACE WINNER
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THE FIRST PEOPLE, CHUMASH
by Linda Boynton de Sepulveda
Montecito, CA
"The Chumash nation extended from Mailbu to San Luis Obispo in the North. From the Channel Island in the west to Mount Pinos in the east. The first people arrived over 13,000 years ago and numbered over 30,000. Through centuries of exposure to disease, slavery, genocide the population is less than 10,000 presently. Today with the help of the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash opportunities to preserve the language, basketry, flint knapping, tomol construction and boating skills, food preparation, songs, dancing, preservation of natural resources have been keys to the survival of our culture."
- Linda Boynton de Sepulveda
1ST PLACE WINNER
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FIBERS IN MOTION
by Cathy P. Sperry
Fort Worth, TX
"'Fibers in Motion' is an original design using gradation of color and value to create movement across the surface of the quilt. Variegated threads used in the organic and linear machine quilting designs complement the burst of colors.”
- Cathy P. Sperry
2ND PLACE WINNER
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CASCADE OF COLOR
by Andrew Delekta
Charlotte, NC
"This quilt features two central blocks inspired by Judy Martin’s Ultimate Book of Quilt Block Patterns (1988), surrounded by flying geese that symbolize movement and direction. Created for the Hoffman Batik Challenge, the design highlights the vibrant textures and colors of batik fabrics, contrasted with a deep black background to enhance their luminosity. The quilting was done softly to let the fabrics shine, allowing their vibrant patterns to take center stage. The bold geometry and dynamic patterns evoke a sense of energy and harmony, celebrating the artistry of both traditional and contemporary quilting."
- Andrew Delekta
3RD PLACE WINNER
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AMISH STRIPE
by Rachel Siegel
Lebanon, PA
”Although I love purples and greens, they don’t usually “work” with my décor’s colonial flair. So, inspired by the Spectrum batik, I rounded out the 1895 batiks in the challenge group with reds, to end up with a more “Amish quilt” color-scheme set against a deep violet background. The Roman Stripe blocks were paper pieced, one column at a time. The inspiration batik makes a featured appearance as a border tying everything together. I free-motion-quilted linear geometric shapes intermingled with traditional feathers on my sit-down machine as a nod to “traditional meets modern” feel of the quilt."
- Rachel Siegel
1ST PLACE WINNER
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TIKI GARDEN
by Lynn A. Greene
Santa Clarita, CA
"Tiki Garden was a lot of fun to create. It was a challenge for me because I'm not a traditional quilter, my work is primarily textured artforms. I like my projects to be fun and creative and to bring a smile to people who see it. This years Hoffman fabric and the Aurifil threads were fun to work with."
- Lynn A. Greene
2ND PLACE WINNER
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BROKEN ROADS
by Sharon L. Schlotzhauer
Aurora, CO
"A broken road in life's journey can mean something different to each of us. Some roads branch off, some end unexpectantly. It makes finding and traveling the smoother roads all the sweeter."
- Sharon L. Schlotzhauer
3RD PLACE WINNER
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DATE NIGHT
by Katherine M. Dossman
Belton, TX
"Fascinating creatures live in the sea surviving in the darkness the best way they can. This little guy is putting on his best smile to find a date for dinner."
- Katherine M. Dossman
1ST PLACE WINNER
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MONOCHROMATIC BALI FLOWER SPECTACULAR KABLOOM
by Julie Atlas
Sparks, NV
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"I am a new embroidery/mixed media artist. This piece is comprised of an embroidered Hoffman Kabloom panel and collaged with 7 Hoffman Challenge fabrics and 4 other fabrics onto the petals and leaves of the panel. This panel was then bedazzled, because like me, this piece deserves a sparkling personality!"
- Julie Atlas
2ND PLACE WINNER
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BOTANICAL BLISS
by Cherri Kincaid
Merritt Island, FL
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"Love the blues and purples of the batik fabrics. I thought they would make beautiful leaves, so exotic and fun. I believe in a greenhouse you can have many creatures and many different plants that can all live in harmony. Of course, my two favorite creatures Jake and JayJay are visiting for some bug chasing fun."
- Cherri Kincaid
3RD PLACE WINNER
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FRESH MEADOW 3D FLOWERS
by Patricia Perry
West Milford, NJ
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"I love machine embroidery applique and when I saw this pattern by Sarah Vedeler and the Hoffman Challenge fabrics i knew i had to combine the two. I had a lot of fun making this wall hanging."
- Patricia Perry​
1ST PLACE WINNER
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BUNNIES IN THE MEADOW
by Denise J. DuBois
Dunbarton, NH
"For me, meadows bring to mind colorful wildflowers, various grasses, and bunnies. I decided that the W2574-174-Seamist fabric would make a perfect background for my interpretation of a whimsical meadow full of flowers and bunnies."
- Denise J. DuBois
2ND PLACE WINNER
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LOTUS WARRIOR KIMONO
by Kathy M. Gramkowski
Palm Coast, FL
"This is my first entry into a Hoffman Batik Challenge. When I saw the fabrics at my local quilt shop, I immediately thought of the gradation of the bargello technique. I had made bargello garments in the past and knew this palette would lend itself beautifully to this technique and to a kimono."
- Kathy M. Gramkowski
3RD PLACE WINNER
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FRESH MEADOW BATIK JACKET
by Arlette K. Wentz
Redmond, WA
"I couldn't resist this lovely batik collection for the Hoffman Challenge 2024-2025! This jacket features a dramatic angular line of Seminole patchwork with numerous chevron stripes and angles. The pattern is Princess Layer by Dana Marie Designs. Each fabric is quilted with its unique design with flannel as a foundation. Besides a jacket and sneakers, I also made a matching bag, unfortunately the bag is too large to qualify for this contest. :("
- Arlette K. Wentz
1ST PLACE WINNER
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MEET ME AT THE DERBY
by Denise J. DuBois
Dunbarton, NH
"My daughter told me this hat made her think of the colorful hats worn at the Kentucky Derby, thus the name 'Meet Me At The Derby'."
- Denise J. DuBois
2ND PLACE WINNER
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EVERY SCRAP COUNTS
by Yael Karabelnik
Mission Viejo, CA
"At the end of a larger fabric project, oddly shaped bits and pieces remain. This coordinating notepad cover and pen set are made from such scraps (even using pieces as narrow as 1/8 of an inch). Figuring out a pleasing arrangement from small remnants is a fun challenge; the design is revealed by the fabric itself and the end-result is a surprise each time. The most rewarding part is sharing these made with love creations with others. I am grateful to follow the quilting/sewing traditions of creating useful items from fabric. "
- Yael Karabelnik​
3RD PLACE WINNER
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MEADOW SPLENDOR
by Karen Bettis
Fort Collins, CO
"Meadow Splendor necklace and earrings set reflect the many sumptuous hues of a fresh meadow. The necklace features 5 strands of handcrafted fabric beads, as well as crystal & metal beads. The complimentary earrings feature fabric-layered disks with silver bead embellishments."
- Karen Bettis
1ST PLACE WINNER
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SECRET GARDEN
by Nancy Holinski
Monterey, CA
Category: Mixed Techniques
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"I have been quilting since 2003. I have used Hoffman fabric often and have a good supply in my stash. I designed this quilt to use the techniques I enjoy most, appliqué and embroidery."
- Nancy Holinski
2ND PLACE WINNER
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BOTANICAL BLISS
by Cherri Kincaid
Merritt Island, FL
Category: Mixed Techniques
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"Love the blues and purples of the batik fabrics. I thought they would make beautiful leaves, so exotic and fun. I believe in a greenhouse you can have many creatures and many different plants that can all live in harmony. Of course, my two favorite creatures Jake and JayJay are visiting for some bug chasing fun."
- Cherri Kincaid
3RD PLACE WINNER
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CORAL SEA MEADOW
by Donna M. Brown
Sheridan, WY
Category: Garments
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"As an Australian living in the US Mountain West, I miss the Australian coastline, beaches and sea life. A recent trip to Australia to visit family created an opportunity to visit the Great Barrier Reef. This visit, and the chance to snorkel the outer reef, inspired Coral Sea Meadow. The jacket (New Look N6770) features a coral garden and its inhabitants, individually created as raw-edge fused appliqués, using all 14 Hoffman challenge fabrics. Each appliqué was further embellished with stitching (straight, decorative, satin, free motion) using Aurifil thread. The appliqués were designed using free and purchased clipart and online images."
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- Donna M. Brown
TRAVEL TAKES TIME
by Reese A. Cannon
Roscoe, IL
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"Pieced quilt. Design created by Reese. Quilt top sewn by Reese. You go many directions when traveling. The quilt denotes this many arrows. The border hours glasses shows the time needed for travel. Loved the colors of the fabrics with the lights and darks. It looks beautiful with Moda grunge"
- Reese A. Cannon
ADULT
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BOTANICAL BLISS
by Cherri Kincaid
Merritt Island, FL
Category: Mixed Techniques
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"Love the blues and purples of the batik fabrics. I thought they would make beautiful leaves, so exotic and fun. I believe in a greenhouse you can have many creatures and many different plants that can all live in harmony. Of course, my two favorite creatures Jake and JayJay are visiting for some bug chasing fun."
- Cherri Kincaid
YOUTH
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TRAVEL TAKES TIME
by Reese A. Cannon
Roscoe, IL
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"Pieced quilt. Design created by Reese. Quilt top sewn by Reese. You go many directions when traveling. The quilt denotes this many arrows. The border hours glasses shows the time needed for travel. Loved the colors of the fabrics with the lights and darks. It looks beautiful with Moda grunge"
- Reese A. Cannon
CHILDHOOD MEMORIES
by Aletha M. Parent
Paterson, NJ
Category: Appliqué Technique
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"I’ve always been a Raggedy Ann & Andy Fan. They’re fishing in a meadow."
- Aletha M. Parent
UNREQUITED LOVE
by Aletha M. Parent
Paterson, NJ
Category: Appliqué Technique
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"This quilt is designed from an original painting I did of my autistic child who loves clowns. She is the saddest person I’ve ever known."
- Aletha M. Parent
BOTANICAL BLISS
by Cherri Kincaid
Merritt Island, FL
Category: Mixed Techniques
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"Love the blues and purples of the batik fabrics. I thought they would make beautiful leaves, so exotic and fun. I believe in a greenhouse you can have many creatures and many different plants that can all live in harmony. Of course, my two favorite creatures Jake and JayJay are visiting for some bug chasing fun."
- Cherri Kincaid
MONOCHROMATIC BALI FLOWER SPECTACULAR KABLOOM
by Julie Atlas
​Sparks, NV
Category: Mixed Techniques
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"I am a new embroidery/mixed media artist. This piece is comprised of an embroidered Hoffman Kabloom panel and collaged with 7 Hoffman Challenge fabrics and 4 other fabrics onto the petals and leaves of the panel. This panel was then bedazzled, because like me, this piece deserves a sparkling personality!"
- Julie Atlas
LENORE
by Laura Bix
Lansing, MI
Category: Mixed Techniques
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"Quilt is my first attempt at creating my own pattern. It utilized thread painting techniques that I learned from Aurifil artist, Sophie Standing and techniques related to patterning and piecing inspired by Sandra Mollon. The contest fabrics inspired me to think about things that are so deeply black that they reflect colors. The beautiful water color fabrics within the contest collection aided me in translate these reflections on Lenore, a raven that appears in front of the moon."
- Laura Bix