I seem to have ruffled some feathers and I would like to apologize and explain. The question on "SHOULD I ENTER MY QUILT?" I am not and was not going to enter a quilt. The husband and I were discussing the possibility of entering. He asked the question, how do they know when you finished a quilt? I would not ever cheat, ever,I am not that kind of person. I was raised to be honest and expect others to be honest. I so want to be a part of this community of other quilters that I asked a stupid question just wanting to start a conversation. So in conclusion, please except my apology and do not judge me on this topic alone. Thank you all for your comments and honesty!

I understand where you are coming from. I often wonder how many rules are followed in things like that. No offense taken here.

Have a hug ((Justok))

No apologies needed here...every post presents each of us with an opportunity to think and organize our own thoughts...hey, you ARE a part of the community...a contributing part! Thanks for sharing and for caring!

This is a great place to get opinions and that really is what you were looking for. I don't think you ruffled any feathers, but you sure got a lot of opinions!

Move forward, it's all good. Giving you {{cyber hugs}}

No apology needed. I have often wondered about the same thing myself!

Your husband did ask a good question. I don't judge, only give opinions. I seem to have lots of those! LOL
I do think you should make a quilt to enter at sometime, because I'm not brave enough to do it, so you can for us both.

Your question was a legitimate one that I am sure several people have asked themselves. Not only was it a conversation starter, but it also caused us to look at our own morals and determine whether we would be able to do this. I know for myself, it was a conversation starter for myself and my hubby later that night!
No worries! As I've discovered, this forum is full of supportive, encouraging, non-judgemental, *squishy-warm-fuzzy-inducing* Ladies and Gentlemen!

I was commenting on what some others had said...."who would know", that type of thing. That would not be honest. I wouldn't assume you or anyone else were planning on doing anything against the rules. As far as I was concerned it was a "theoretical" discussion. No harm, no offense taken. You are welcome to join us!!!

Ok, i'll admit it, I thought you were asking the question because you really wanted to enter your quilt. I'm relieved to know that wasn't the case.

No apologies nessecary.

i'll admit i thought the question was a bit odd, but it wasn't offensive. i read every response and didn't get the feeling anybody was offended.

a few might have sounded a wee bit judgemental and ... er ... um ... self-riteous ... but i'll betcha dimes to donuts that wasn't the authors' intent. ;-)

chillaaaaax, kiddo. if somebody was offended, she/he should go get a life. :hunf: :wink: :lol:

Your apology is very thoughtful, and as you can see you will love being a part of this "family".

I wasn't at all offended and your question got lots of good resposes. At least you have enough nerve to enter a quilt in a show. I still haven't tried it.

I think too many jumped the gun thinking you were not wanting to follow the quilt show rules. I say enter the quilt and I hope you win a ribbon.

i aagree with 7x you get lots of oppinions when you ask a ?? and they dont know why you asked it but it made people think
hugs
Nancy

No worries! You are very sweet to care. We'll always stand beside you and be your fans. Keep making your beauties and let us know when you have a ribbon. And even if you don't win any ribbons, we'll still love your quilts! So let's see pictures!

No apology needed, you just had a ? and we are here to let your know how we feel. We are one big happy family and if we have a ? we should post it and some may not agree with what we say or offer. Have a great day!

You take care of yourself! Happy Quilting!

Karen

I'm not offended. My quilts have so far sat under my bed and I'm starting to wonder if I don't enter them soon will I not be able to because they'll be too old. The only one who will ever get to enjoy them are the dust bunnies!

Now i'm going to have to go read your original post. Welcome to the board!

me to did we miss something?????????????

I just read the whole other post. I think you started a really good conversation about an ethical question. Don't apologize, say "You're Welcome"

Not offended at all.

I dont think it was offensive....and it is sweet of you to think to apologize.

Margie

I was not offended. I just stated my opinion. I did think you were asking because you wanted to enter. However, it does offer a valid question as to how old an entry is and how they determine the age or if it is based purely on the honor system. As others brought up too, they should clarify some things such as age of fabric. Sorry, if my response seemed harsh, didn't mean to.

(((HUGS))) I think that by apologizing (though I am not sure that you owed one) shows that you are an awesome person and we are so glad to have you!!! :D:D:D

Yeah...what Amma said! :)

Sweetie you do not owe me an apology. I am new here and I am not judging anyone. I'm sure a lot of us have or have had questions about quilt entries at one time or another. Thank You for caring enough to publicly post what you have today. HUGS

I am so glad to see you post again!! :D No apology neccessary,
just glad to have you back!!
:D :D :D :D

No apologies needed. You just asked a question. We can't find things out, otherwise. Have a wonderful day!

I agree...no apology needed.
We are all big girls and boys.
We get our feathers ruffled sometimes, but we also state it like we do.
I also agree that you should make another and enter it.

The whole thing is silly , you are welcome here. You are not a cheater. I would do more quilting on it and ask what they think. If they said no Tell them to take there contest and hold it where the sun don't shine,
big hug :thumbup: :thumbup:

point me to it...I think I missed it too

I was just reading it--and it was a great question. I've never entered a quilt show so didn't know any rules... but that's a crazy one. Kind of open to many shades of gray!

Don't apologize for a great question!

You started a topic about quilt show "rules" that some of us were not aware of, and at the same time started a lively discussion/debate. I didn't read into it at all that you were going to try to "slip by" the judges, you were just posing the question to the group. No apology needed!

OMG I hope you didnt lose sleep over this. Everyone has an opinion, everyone has a thought and everyone has the 'right' answer. In the end the only one it should matter to is you. I think its sweet of you to offer an apology but for me (and yes I had read the thread that brought this one on).. your over worrying... you didnt offend me. You asked a legit question and truth be told I would have bet money more would have gone for it than would openly admit. Everyone is righteous in print. Just know that you would have been still held by open arms regardless of your decision. No one of us is capable of casting judgement and owning that right (unless of course they were given papers upon birth stating this). Its between you and yours.

you did not offend me. i can't think why they would have such a rule anyway but i guess they must set some sort of rules and they picked that as one. every contest is a bit different.

I think you were really sweet to offer an apology but in my opinion, it wasn't needed. You said in your post that you "weren't planning on entering anything" and were just posting a question. I think all contests have to have rules of some kind. Our state fair quilt entries have to have been completed within the last two years. I think they would just have to go on the honor system unless the judges had seen it entered somewhere else. I was told the age of the fabric could not be considered because quilters, by nature, use fabrics that they may have had for many years. Like others have said, we all have to live with our decisions. Personally, I'm too much of a rule follower to cheat at anything. Eventually I will have to account for my actions so it's easier for me to just follow the rules. I think the question was an excellent one and she may have felt some of the answers were a bit harsh, but when someone asks a question, I feel they have to respect all the answers. She is a very caring person to take the time is issue the apology. I think everyone should enter a contest at one time or another. The judges are very caring in their remarks and it is a great learning experience. The state or county fairs are a great place to start and are less intimidating than a quilt guild show. Good luck.
Wendy