Quilting enthusiasts in New York City can visit "Botanical Inspirations," a show of 22 quilts by the Quilters Guild of Brooklyn. The exhibit is at the Windsor Terrace Library, and runs through February 7th (160 E. 5th St. at Ft. Hamilton Pkwy. Brooklyn, NY 11218). If you're not in the neighborhood, enjoy our slideshow with work by other quilters and appliqué designers.
Midnight Garden by Deborah Kemball. 39" x 37". Inspired by 18th and 19th century patterns, the designer's appliqué, embroidery, and quilting patterns are available in her two books.