I have entered many judged shows. I won several ribbons, viewer's choice, and one Best in Show. Nothing national, only state and local shows. When I made my first quilt I entered it not expecting a ribbon but wanted to see my quilt hung in a show. The judge's opinion was she liked my colors but I needed more instruction about construction. If everyone only entered perfect made quilts we wouldn't have wonderful quilt shows. Sure there will always be the quilts that are amazing, all can't be winners, someone has to hang the ribbons. LOL