Thursday, February 21, 2013

WOWZER!!!




OH MY GOODNESS.... I can NOT believe it... I'm still shaking..... "Double Edged Love" won BEST IN SHOW!
I only have a second... But this is my quilt at QUILTCON... I made the quilt, and collaborated with LISA SIPES, she quilted it... And it won!!

Even Better, Jay MacCarroll gave me the fabrics the end of the summer and said, 
"Think you can do something with these?"


I'm shocked, shaky, teary and oh so happy... SQUEAL!!!

Gotta boogie...

HUGS!!!


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106 comments:

  1. Karen - Quilts...etc.February 21, 2013 at 3:35 PM

    congrats Victoria! so cool to win a best of show and it looks fantastic!

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  2. SunnybecFebruary 21, 2013 at 3:38 PM

    Congratulations! It's a beautiful quilt. Linda

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  3. stufenzumgerichtFebruary 21, 2013 at 3:40 PM

    That's fantastic - congrats from Germany!!! Martina

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  4. giddy99February 21, 2013 at 3:41 PM

    YAY! Congratulations, but I'm not surprised - it's AMAZING!

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  5. AmyFebruary 21, 2013 at 3:55 PM

    Congratulations!!!!!!

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  6. SvetlanaFebruary 21, 2013 at 3:56 PM

    oh, how totally fantastic!!!Congrats!

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  7. LizA.February 21, 2013 at 3:56 PM

    How exciting! A huge congrats to you! Savor the moment.....

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  8. Sujata ShahFebruary 21, 2013 at 3:57 PM

    Congratulations!!!

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  9. Regina C.February 21, 2013 at 4:00 PM

    wow the quilt is beautiful, enjoy the happy dance you deserve it.

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  10. ChrisFebruary 21, 2013 at 4:01 PM

    Super duper!!!

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  11. Taos SunflowerFebruary 21, 2013 at 4:02 PM

    So very cool...both your quilt and the recognition for your design/work. Congratulations!

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  12. KQ SueFebruary 21, 2013 at 4:12 PM

    That is so cool, congrats!

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  13. Barbara ArcementFebruary 21, 2013 at 4:15 PM

    Congratulations. Your quilt is Beautiful. You surely deserve this. Your work is an inspiration to so many quilters.

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  14. AnonymousFebruary 21, 2013 at 4:16 PM

    That is so great, Victoria!

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  15. Sewing In CTFebruary 21, 2013 at 4:17 PM

    Way to Go!!! Congrats!
    I love it.

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  16. lizFebruary 21, 2013 at 4:22 PM

    Awesome! Congratulations!

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  17. stitchinpennyFebruary 21, 2013 at 4:22 PM

    Congratulations - your work is always magnificent art and the award deserved.

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  18. SamanthaFebruary 21, 2013 at 4:30 PM

    Congrats! Gorgeous quilt and the award is well deserved!

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  19. ChristineFebruary 21, 2013 at 4:35 PM

    Congratulations!

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  20. JudymcFebruary 21, 2013 at 4:42 PM

    Congratulations! So happy for you!
    Judy McNeel

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  21. HelenFebruary 21, 2013 at 4:43 PM

    Best in Show!!! Best Double Wedding Ring EVER!!!!

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  22. EstieFebruary 21, 2013 at 4:46 PM

    Congratulations! You deserve it!

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  23. Ellie QFebruary 21, 2013 at 4:47 PM

    Congratulations! How cool! Love the quilt. Enjoy the show!

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  24. lovetostitchFebruary 21, 2013 at 4:53 PM

    So happy for you, so deserving, as you do so much for others!!
    Congratulations!!

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  25. LaurieFebruary 21, 2013 at 5:06 PM

    congratulations! what a great surprise and reward for all that you do!

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  26. Natalia from Piece N QuiltFebruary 21, 2013 at 5:10 PM

    Congratulations! It's an awesome quilt! :)

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  27. UnknownFebruary 21, 2013 at 5:16 PM

    Very, Very Happy for you!! Congratulations!

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  28. audreyFebruary 21, 2013 at 5:20 PM

    It's beautiful and so very striking. Congrats for the recognition of your amazing creativity.:)

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  29. SharonFebruary 21, 2013 at 5:23 PM

    Yippie Skippy for you!!!! Wow, this is really going to be your year and it's only FEB!!! Enjoy the moment, it's deserved and big hugs your way!

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  30. patsy johnsonFebruary 21, 2013 at 5:25 PM

    OMG - it's soooo amazing! The double wedding ring is my favorite. I bought the paper pieces for it a while ago and am still too intimidated to make it. You kicked it up a notch (or two) with Jay's fabrics! Congrats on the win!

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  31. Tonya RicucciFebruary 21, 2013 at 5:37 PM

    Congrats!!!!

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  32. sheliaFebruary 21, 2013 at 5:40 PM

    Congrats!

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  33. 9patchnurseFebruary 21, 2013 at 5:45 PM

    Omg! That's fantastic, congratulations. It's really beautiful. I bet Jay was excited, those fabrics are awesome.

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  34. KarenFebruary 21, 2013 at 5:55 PM

    I am beyond happy for you!!!

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  35. MyCretanlifeFebruary 21, 2013 at 6:02 PM

    Wow good for you!!!!!! Lovely just enjoy

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  36. MarleneFebruary 21, 2013 at 6:11 PM

    Awesome. Well deserved CONGRATULATIONS.

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  37. KatFebruary 21, 2013 at 6:25 PM

    Wheee! Congratulations!!!

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  38. Abby and StephanieFebruary 21, 2013 at 6:27 PM

    Flippin' Fabulous!

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  39. MargeFebruary 21, 2013 at 6:30 PM

    You truly take tradition to a new dimension. Congratulations!

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  40. BrendaFebruary 21, 2013 at 6:40 PM

    congrats! what a great way to start QuiltCon.

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  41. Lynda Halliger Otvos (Lynda M O)February 21, 2013 at 6:44 PM

    Fantastic, Victoria, may the rest of your experience be as joyous as this !~!

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  42. kimhrynFebruary 21, 2013 at 6:52 PM

    Wahoo!! That's GREAT...congrats lady!!!

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  43. Barb in MiFebruary 21, 2013 at 7:08 PM

    Wohoo, congrats - and so well deserved! Enjoy your time at QuiltCon!!!

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  44. bethFebruary 21, 2013 at 7:14 PM

    You're ALWAYS a winner in MY BOOK! LOVE THAT quilt!!!

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  45. The Thimblemouse of Country CrossroadsFebruary 21, 2013 at 7:27 PM

    Congrats sweet friend...I'm so happy for you!!!!

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  46. ellen gets craftyFebruary 21, 2013 at 7:27 PM

    What a great honor!! You deserve it for this beautiful quilt.

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  47. fiberchickFebruary 21, 2013 at 7:31 PM

    There is a lovely synchronicity about your win. Jay McCarroll was the winner of the first Project Runway and you are the first of Quilt Con using his fabrics. Congratulations!!!

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  48. KimFebruary 21, 2013 at 7:50 PM

    Congratulations!
    Good things happen to those who work their butts off! Honestly when did you get that one done!
    Nicely done Victoria I couldn't be happier for you :0)

    Happy Sewing, safe travels and big squeals from me too

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  49. antique quilterFebruary 21, 2013 at 8:00 PM

    congrats so exciting and I LOVE THAT IT IS A TRADITIONAL QUILT just using modern style fabrics :)
    yeah traditional quilts
    Kathie

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  50. Gene BlackFebruary 21, 2013 at 8:57 PM

    Hooray! and congrats!

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  51. Dan RFebruary 21, 2013 at 9:03 PM

    Fabulous! Congratulations!

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  52. Empty Closet QuiltingFebruary 21, 2013 at 9:06 PM

    WOOHOO!! How wonderful. It is an amazing quilt.

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  53. PoppyprintFebruary 21, 2013 at 9:22 PM

    Congratulations Victoria, that is a spectacular quilt that completely exemplifies Modern Traditionalism! Bravo!

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  54. Nifty QuiltsFebruary 21, 2013 at 10:04 PM

    Wowie! Congratulations! Your hard work is paying off. Wonderful quilt.

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  55. Paula GanyardFebruary 21, 2013 at 10:08 PM

    Congratulations!

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  56. DebbieFebruary 21, 2013 at 10:25 PM

    Congratulations, Victoria! I'm not surprised, I love your work. And, this one is soooo good!

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  57. rondiquiltsFebruary 21, 2013 at 11:01 PM

    OMG! I know her!!!!! I'm squeeling with delight for you!


    Rondi

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  58. Venus de HiloFebruary 21, 2013 at 11:21 PM

    Stunning quilt, it and you both very deserving of the honor. Go do your happy dance 'til your feet get sore!!

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  59. UnknownFebruary 21, 2013 at 11:28 PM

    Fantastic!! Congratulations to you Victoria!

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  60. janequiltsslowlyFebruary 22, 2013 at 12:06 AM

    Hip, hip, HOORAY!! I love this quilt. Congrats!

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  61. TerryFebruary 22, 2013 at 12:15 AM

    Straight to the pool room!!!
    I'll transulate next month mean time Congratulations and a cyber hug

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  62. pcflamingoFebruary 22, 2013 at 1:14 AM

    Truly a HOLY CR*P BATMAN moment! Congratulations!

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  63. ipatchandquiltFebruary 22, 2013 at 1:22 AM

    Yeeha! Fantastic! Love your work!
    Esther F.
    ipatchandquilt.wordpress.com

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  64. Quinta da QuilterFebruary 22, 2013 at 3:05 AM

    Fantastic! Congrats!
    Oh and the actual ribbon rocks!
    Way cool!

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  65. Kathy MacKieFebruary 22, 2013 at 3:18 AM

    Congrats and enjoy your accomplishment!

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  66. MaritFebruary 22, 2013 at 6:55 AM

    Congratulations on a WELL DESERVED prize!
    ; )
    It is another fantastic creation of yours - completely in love with your quilt!
    oh - have lots of fun!!!!
    ; )

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  67. KathyFebruary 22, 2013 at 7:47 AM

    Congratulations and a wolf whistle!

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  68. Julia WoodFebruary 22, 2013 at 8:15 AM

    Congrats, Victoria! Well deserved!

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  69. judibelFebruary 22, 2013 at 8:25 AM

    Congratulations, Victoria! How wonderfuf for you and your spectacular quilt.

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  70. JaneFebruary 22, 2013 at 8:30 AM

    Congrats!

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  71. SallyFebruary 22, 2013 at 8:46 AM

    Well deserved. Congratulations.

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  72. patty a.February 22, 2013 at 8:51 AM

    Girl, you are the bomb! Congratulations!

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  73. badlandsquiltsFebruary 22, 2013 at 9:06 AM

    Congratulations Victoria!

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  74. AnnieFebruary 22, 2013 at 9:17 AM

    Wow!! that is one fabulous quilt, congrats, I'm pleased as punch for you!

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  75. UnknownFebruary 22, 2013 at 9:52 AM

    Well deserved! Love the fabrics as well as the quilt!

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  76. jennaFebruary 22, 2013 at 10:05 AM

    That quilt is amazing!!!

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  77. PaulaFebruary 22, 2013 at 10:51 AM

    Congratulations! This is much deserved. It is great to watch quilting colleagues succeeding. Good for you -- bask in it!

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  78. KaarenFebruary 22, 2013 at 10:52 AM

    Oh my gosh, victoria! What a thrill. A WELL DESERVED honor to you.

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  79. Pretty Side Facing YouFebruary 22, 2013 at 10:58 AM

    Congrats!!!! Relish in your moment. You are such an inspiration . You bring such a great perspective to quilters. Love, love, love. !!!!!!!

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  80. MegoFebruary 22, 2013 at 11:10 AM

    NICE! Congratulation girlie!

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  81. Nina Lise@Mrs MoenFebruary 22, 2013 at 11:19 AM

    Congratulations, Victoria!! Looking forward to see more detail pictures of the winning quilt!!

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  82. Riel NasonFebruary 22, 2013 at 11:25 AM

    Huge CONGRATS!!! So happy for you.

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  83. Laura in IAFebruary 22, 2013 at 11:28 AM

    Congratulations! I am not surprised. It is great to see the young quilters enjoy quilting in a community of quilters like we old timers have enjoyed for decades.

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  84. yahairaFebruary 22, 2013 at 11:30 AM

    congrats Victoria! It's a stunning quilt!!

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  85. Jean(ie)February 22, 2013 at 11:38 AM

    You go woman!!!! Go right to the top! Yippeeeeee! Have fun at Quilt Con!

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  86. HilaryFebruary 22, 2013 at 1:56 PM

    Best in show!! We are all bursting with pride for you. Well done.
    Just a gorgeous job. Thanks for sharing!
    Hilary

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  87. Quilter KathyFebruary 22, 2013 at 2:27 PM

    Great news! Congratulations!

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  88. Sew Create It - JaneFebruary 22, 2013 at 2:39 PM

    Congratulations!! I bet that made your day, your week and your month!!

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  89. Cindy FFebruary 22, 2013 at 2:54 PM

    Congratulations! That quilt is fabulous!

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  90. JennyFebruary 22, 2013 at 4:17 PM

    gorgeous quilt! congratulations on Best In Show. beautiful work V!

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  91. cFebruary 22, 2013 at 4:38 PM

    CONGRATS
    welcome to Austin,TX
    sorry I cant get there to the show, not a word was in any local newspaper about it, the website says 10.00 admission-there is no parking and an RV show going on near you. I am so sad I didnt get to meet you or anyone else. My friend says since I didnt get a pre ticket they were 15.00 each-cant afford that! and buy fabric-lol

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  92. MalinisQuiltsFebruary 22, 2013 at 4:39 PM

    Congratulations on your win!

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  93. pandchintzFebruary 22, 2013 at 5:34 PM

    Congratulations! What a thrill! Love the quilt.

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  94. JanetFebruary 22, 2013 at 5:35 PM

    How incredibly exciting, congratulations!! The quilt is a stunner.

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  95. AnonymousFebruary 22, 2013 at 6:10 PM

    You are one amazing quilt artist!
    Congrats on your well deserved win!! And now all of your fans at QuiltCong will be able to find you more easily - They'll just have to look for the woman with the beautiful beaming smile - better get the pen ready for all of those autographs you're going to have to sign!! Enjoy :)

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  96. CarolFebruary 22, 2013 at 6:24 PM

    Congratulations! so sorry I missed Quilt Con as I was planning to go, but just did not happen. I was just looking over the list of winners on the Modern Quilt Blog and when I saw you won Best of Show I had to pop over to the blog as I knew a picture would be posted. Awesomeness! And so funny...I have a pile of odd triangles left over from a Karen Stone quilt and would not get rid of them because I knew an idea would come some day......guess what I will be sewing on tonight???and the fun will be looking for the spacer strips for between the triangles......oh what fun! (loved meeting you in Houston that first night with Lynn Roddy Brown and getting a book and your autograph--one of my favorite memories from Houston!)

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  97. AnonymousFebruary 22, 2013 at 8:02 PM

    It's well deserved! Congratulations!

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  98. AliceartFebruary 22, 2013 at 8:07 PM

    I was so excited when I saw the announcement!!! So deserved, and restores my belief in karma. Congratulations!

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  99. roccagalFebruary 22, 2013 at 10:09 PM

    how wonderful Victoria!
    This is really your year!
    I am thrilled for you!
    It is well deserved!

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  100. ChrisFebruary 22, 2013 at 11:59 PM

    Wow you are not just a rising star - you are a shooting star...who has arrived. Well done, you deserve it! And may I also say - Love the shoes, V!

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  101. UnknownFebruary 23, 2013 at 12:11 AM

    Hi Victoria
    I just screamed so loud when I saw this posted on the the modern quilt blog. I'm so thrilled, happy, and excited for you. It could not have happened to a better person----talented, creative, and kindhearted---you are the whole package!!! the quilt is absolutely stunning----what a perfect blend of traditional and modern. enjoy the rest of QuiltCon-----try to stop shaking, and the very best of congrats!!,,
    Happy dance time!,,,
    Renee

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  102. TamieFebruary 23, 2013 at 1:09 AM

    You so deserved it. The quilt is stunning. I'm so glad I was able to see the quilt- and you- in person.

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  103. MaryFebruary 23, 2013 at 6:01 AM

    Congratulations, so happy for you!! The quilt is FABULOUS!

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  104. Sandi Linn AndersenFebruary 23, 2013 at 8:26 PM

    It's Saturday night and I'm betting you might still be shaking. Absolutely awesome that you took Best of Show! Congratulations!!!

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  105. Carol E.February 24, 2013 at 2:05 AM

    Wheeeeeee!!! I'm SO excited for you!

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  106. holly kFebruary 24, 2013 at 1:22 PM

    I love it!! Love the pattern with those fabrics! Congrats! Your style is so fun and unique...always inspires me!

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