From the day she began her legendary chimpanzee research in Gombe, Jane Goodall took an unorthodox approach to her subjects. As a UN Messenger of Peace and a dedicated activist, Jane spent her later years campaigning for endangered species and environmental protection.

We challenge you to choose an aspect of Jane’s complex life as the theme for your original work.

We will select 225 quilts based on originality, creativity, design, visual impact, workmanship, use of fabric and overall variety of the exhibit.

SIZE 

20" x 20"

COLOR

Your entry must be limited to the eight colors of fabric in the official Challenge Bundle,

with one exception:

  ONYX (Cherrywood black) MAY BE ADDED.

• It is not necessary to use all eight colors.

• You may order more of any of the eight colors.

• If you use paint/ink/pencil in your piece, challenge yourself to keep it in the same general color family. Thread may be any color (see our Aurifil 28wt thread collection!).

FABRIC

The entire quilt top and binding must be made out of the Cherrywood Challenge Bundle.

• No other brand of fabric may be used on the front, including binding.

• However, you may use any fabric on the back.

• This challenge is about using your talents to show off the suede texture and color of Cherrywood.

TECHNIQUES

Any technique is allowed: hand or machine-quilting, thread painting, embroidery, couching, beading, manipulating, drawing, etc!

• If you use paint/ink, it should not totally camouflage the fabric. We must be able to recognize the Cherrywood fabrics.

• Must maintain character of a textile quilt and consist of a top, a middle batting, and a backing held together with stitching.

ENTRY FEE

• We collect your contact information, Artist Statement and $35.00 Entry Fee at the time of submission.

EMBELLISHMENTS

Embellishments must stay within the 20-inch quilt dimensions.

Must withstand packing, shipping and handling many times.

Items allowed: beads, ribbon, buttons, charms, etc.

Tulle is allowed as long as it does not drastically change the color of the fabric.

NO glitter allowed (comes off and damages other quilts)

NO dangling materials (could get caught and tear)

• ONE ENTRY per person.

• Visible binding must be Cherrywood Fabric. Facing the quilt is acceptable. Backing fabric does NOT have to be Cherrywood.

• Please DO NOT add a hanging sleeve. It is not necessary in this case, and actually causes problems in our display system.

• Maximum thickness: 1 inch. Three-dimensional quilts that may be crushed or damaged during travel may be disqualified.

• BE AWARE: Quilts that use heat-activated marking pens may be disqualified because the marks re-appear during shipping in cold climates.