This is such an interesting thread. It reminds me of the old days in the early 90s when machine quilting was just beginning to bloom but many quilters snub there noses at any quilt that was quilted by machine. People were always curious with my avatar quilt winning so many of the awards if the quilting was done by hand or by machine. I matched my threads carefully so no one could see what I had used. So only time will tell how these computerize quilting is judged in 10 years. I do agree with you Tartan I prefer seeing someone's "hands on" quilting skills.