Quilt group looking for parade ideas!
 

Our park( 55 & over!) has a Mardi Gras parade each year & our quilt group of (20 - 30 ladies) need ideas on how we could participate. Some would be walking & some would ride in golf carts. Any suggestions on themes, decorations or costumes would be appreciated! This is just a short fun parade!

get out your Christmas tree skirts and wear them as capes over your shoulders!

Colors for Mardi Gras Gold, Green and Purple themes.
Carry some wall hangings on poles, or attached to side frames of golf carts, or maybe a barn quilt block?.
Wear Vests and other clothing made in Patchwork styles.
Make some small pincushions to toss to the crowd?

How about wearing some cute aprons? You could use fabric with sewing themes like buttons or spools.

Make some poodle skirts & go as the 50s girls. Some that are able to walk ( strut your skirts ) those that need scooters can ride the scooters. Sounds like FUN !!!

Since it is Mardi Gras, what about the walkers carry patchwork umbrellas with fun tassels? I would just make some kind of temporary cover since it is only one day. Maybe make some cute doggy coats for those with pets?

How about bunting to tie around the top of golf buggies. Bags totes etc to carry . Quilts over your knees . Make patchwork clothes to wear.

Make the four patch coaster and throw those out to the crowd.

Cover the top of golf carts with quilts?

beads are always being thrown/worn during the parades so maybe make some fabric bead necklaces with a mardi gras theme.
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