"Cathedral Rose" by Michelle Bardwell was featured in the Pictorial category at Houston 2018.

Artist Statement: "This quilt is my interpretation of the awe-inspiring rose window at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. Silk fabrics were used to help replicate the glow of stained glass. The original window was completed by the grandchildren of the original craftsmen. (Fortunately, my grandchildren are off the hook!)"

Tecniques: Machine Quilting - Stationary Machine, Machine Piecing, Hand and Fused Appliqué

Materials: Silk Fabric, Cotton Fabric, Ultrasuede, Polyester Batting, Cotton Thread, Polyester Thread, Fusible Webbing

Design Source: North rose window, Notre Dame Cathedral, Paris, France