Originally Posted by
RST
I honestly don't understand competition and "showing" for quilts, particularly at a fair. It doesn't add to my happiness in my work to have a ribbon given it, and it doesn't detract for my satisfaction with my work to see someone else ranked better. So, to me, competition in something I do strictly for fun, makes no sense.
That said, I'm sorry you're disappointed with your fair experience. What would you have wanted to have happen to have felt that it was worth the effort of entering? In other words, what was your most favorable expectation?
Some people are more competitive than others. I'm very competitive. I find that competing with others makes me do a better job. I also learn from the competitors what works best. I enjoy competition and like to see who does win. At Quilt Festival in Houston I also watch for winning quilts. I like to see if I can see why they are winners. It enhances the whole experience for me.