They're coming!

Be on the lookout! The fabric for the 1/4 yd challenge has been sent out via the USPS. Each one has a tracking number so that if anyone doesn't get hers in a few days I can find out where it went. I had a difficult time finding a fabric that I liked and thought most of you would like too. I hope I met the goal. I can't wait to see what y'all do with it! I hope to see some creative entries as well as some more traditional projects.

Here's the letter that is enclosed with the fabric. If any of you newbies need more information on what to do (as always) Just ASK! EBQG/Marlene is in charge of this challenge. Her email is: mgienow@comcast.net

Quarter Yard Challenge

Enclosed is your fabric for the 2013 Circle of Friends 1/4 yd challenge. You may love it, you may hate it but here it is. Those of you who have been to retreat before are used to getting a fat quarter but this year we decided to give each of you a whole quarter yard. You are not obligated to participate in the challenge but then you won’t have a chance to win one of the spiffy prizes!

The rules are simple:

You must use at least 70% of the 1/4 yd in this envelope, any other fabric selections are up to you - there are no limits there - but you cannot use more than the allotted yardage of the challenge fabric. No borrowing or buying extra fabric.

The 1/4 yd fabric must be on the “front” of your project, not just used as the backing.

That’s it, the rest is up to you. It does not have to be quilt related, you can create to your heart’s content, there are no size limitations.

Bring your CHALLENGE PROJECT to retreat in a brown paper bag (don't be showing it off ahead of time) and we will assign your project a number.

You will be given a ballot for voting for your favorite in the following five categories - and you can only vote once for a project

Most Creative

Best use of Challenge Fabric

Best use of Color

Best Workmanship

Most Out of the Box

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NO POSTING PICTURES OF THIS YEAR'S PROJECTS !!!!

Any questions: email me EBQG/Marlene at mgienow@comcast.net

I'm not going to post a picture of the fabric just yet because I want you to be surprised when you open the envelope! Have fun with it :)