Our 2008 show was a huge success, awarding sewing machines, cash and merchandise prizes through the generosity of our sponsors. The complete list of awards and sponsors and winners in the 2008 judged show can be seen here.
Best of Show – Large was won by Norma Grissom of Corinth, MS, for "Hearts and Flowers." Judy Spiers of Foxworth, MS, won Best of Show – Wall for her "Baskets in Black and White."

   


The hand-appliquéd and hand-quilted "A Southern Garden" by Carolyn Kimble of Moss Point, MS, won Viewers' Choice as well as Appliqué Artistry. In the Theme Category (two-color quilts), "Just the Blues" by Leslie Kiger of Covington, LA, won First Place among 44 entries.

   


One of the favorite exhibits of the show featured the 18 entries in the 24" x 24" Miss Hattie's Hat Challenge sponsored by the Hattiesburg Convention and Visitors Bureau. Winners were:

Purchase Award: "VisitHattiesburg" by Martha Ginn
First Place: "Miss Hattie's Peaches and Cream Parfait" by Jo-Ann Evans
Second Place: "Miss Hattie's Hat for Ascot" by Caroline Kluge
Third Place: "Hattiesburg Blooms" by Ella Lucas
Honorable Mention: "Hattie's Favorite" by Sally Henderson

   

      

Visit www.VisitHattie.com for more information.