Possibly the most eccentric (even the most bonkers?) section of the FOQ competition displays is the category called 'Quilt Creations' - and I'm always drawn to it first. What does that say about me?
Faux taxidermy by Judith Anderson |
And opposite? A lampshade? Yes- but what a lampshade and what a coat below.
And over there is a garden bench - again with a book explaining the story.
Diaghilev Comes to the Party by Sally Hutson |
Complete with an explanatory story, which I sat on the floor to read.
Ok, even the story asks the question. Is it quilting? Frankly, does it matter when this is so joyful? A bench, full of family history reincarnated at the NEC.
Take a Break by Ulrike Tillmanns |
Naiad by Claire Crouchley |
And more garments - this one with a darling little bag.
Citrinesque by Kathy Knapp |
And finally, the winner from this category - a rather bonkers clock. But overwhelmingly eccentric and beautiful.
Thanks to Linda Kemshall for the photograph (you can see her blog here) - there was always too much of a crowd around when I tried to photograph it.
Clock by Kate Crossley |
There were other lovely entries to this category - how to choose which to share? Difficult but these stick in my memory.
Thank you so much for a lovely post.....almost like being there!! That wee whippet is fabulous!!!
ReplyDeleteHe was quite amazing. Glad you enjoyed the post. It was better than ever this year, IMHO.
DeleteOh those coats - I love both of them, just wonderful! Thank you for showing us your personal selection of pieces, here & on your other posts, I too feel like I've been there ;) One day I hope to get there in real life!
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