For NCQG Members only: Please fill out the form below, remembering to keep answers brief. After you've submitted your entry forms, be sure to print out and complete the "About this Quilt" form which will be attached to each entry. About this Quilt Word doc About this Quilt pdf See Quiltfest Judging Criteria below beneath the Quilt Show Entry Form.
Updated Judging Information Point System VISUAL IMPACT - 15 points Visual impact (max 15 pts.) Piece is effective Hangs straight and flat Is clean: no markings, threads, stains, pet hairs etc. DESIGN -- 40 Points Use of Pattern and Design (max 20 pts.) Has unity, rhythm, and balance Proportional to quilt size Quilting design complements pattern Effect of Color in Overall Design (max 10 pts.) Compatible colors, values, and contrasts Balance and movement of colors Suitability of Materials (max 5 pts.) Scale of fabric designs appropriate to quilt size Thread colors match or blend with fabrics Backing coordinates with quilt top Edge Treatment (max 5 pts.) Proportional to quilt size Complements quilt design Provides an effective frame Size consistent overall WORKMANSHIP - 45 POINTS Precision of Work- Top and Back (max 20 pts.) Precise points, corners, curves, angles Precise intersections Secure Stitches Quality of Quilting and/or Needlework (max 20 pts.) Stitches: even, straight, penetrate all quilt layers, balanced tension Knots and traveling stitches are hidden Amount of quilting: balanced, appropriate for the space Binding and Edges (max 5 pts.) Batting fills binding Binding width consistent and smooth Corners identical Binding proportional to size of the quilt Total Points possible 100
Quiltfest Judging Criteria
Each quilt is judged on its own merits rather than competing against other quilts in the same category for a first, second, and third place award. Therefore, some categories might have several first-place ribbons while others might have none. Because of this system, the category in which a quilt is entered has no effect on its ability to earn a ribbon.
All quilts are judged independently by two judges who assign each one a score based on the point system below. Ribbons are awarded based on the average of the two judges' scores.
Judges each choose their favorite quilt for the two Judge’s Choice Awards. Vendors each choose a favorite and quilt show attendees vote for which quilt is the favorite for the Peoples' Choice Award, in each category.
Awards:
Exceptional Merit (special): 98-100 points
First (blue): 94-97 points
Second (red): 90-93 points
Third (yellow): 85-89 points
Categories: 1. Bed Quilt 2. Lap Quilt 3. Baby or Kids Quilt 4. Wall Quilt 5. Table Runner 6. Miniature Quilt 7. Challenge Quilt 8. Wearables/Other
