Veteran Quilts - Star Cruising

To all of our Veterans, we are so THANKFUL for your service.  Our local guild's annual challenge for 2019 was dedicated to Veterans. Our members made in excess of 40 quilts, which are being presented to many deserving veterans. 

  Above, Margaret Rau made her Veterans Quilt, with her own Eagle Design showcased in the center ---- her applique work is amazing.  Margaret used our pattern "Star Cruising", published by Black Cat Creations. 

A closeup of Margaret's Eagle.  Thank you Margaret for sharing your quilt. 

The above Veterans Quilt is my challenge quilt and is made from the same pattern, Star Cruising.  This Quilt of Valor will be presented to a family member.  

Black Cat Creations

Designed by Jamie Janow Elfert

Finished Size 68" X 85" 

Quilts of Valor, Veterans Day Awards

This morning, our guild awarded Quilts of Valor during a Veterans Day Program at the Civic Center.  My quilts were made using the Red and Blue Blocks, and a few of yellow/gold blocks,  from the 2018 Rainbow Challenge.  "Freedom Flyer" used four-patch/nine-patch blocks and framed double half square triangles.  Finished size appx. 59" X 77". (2018 Quilt of Valor #2; 2018 Rainbow Challenge #1)

Due to the response, I think next year I will be making Red/White/Blue Blocks all year long.  The nominated veterans receiving the quilts were so surprised....only their family knew of the special award.

The above quilt, "Crowned Stars" started out square, however with the addition of crowned borders, I was able to make a rectangle size of 60" X 74" large throw size. (2018 Quilt of Valor #3; 2018 Rainbow Challenge #2).

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