This is why I would never enter a quilt in a show. I don't think any of mine would win a prize but it would be disheartening to be up against a quilt that has already won several years in a row. Here in Brisbane one particular quilt was entered 3 years in a row and won something each time. I learned early on that the same people win year in year out. Yes the judges can pick their work. I used to deliver flowers and after a few months could pick most florist's work just by looking at it. I have seen quilts that have been featured in magazines and of course most people have seen the magazines. I think once a quilt has won and and been extensively featured in the media it's time to retire it and start on the next one. Entering work (which has already won in the big shows) in small local shows is pure greed on the makers part. How many accolade do they need. By all means put the quilt on display but leave the competition open for others. Just MHO.