Capital of Texas QuiltFest - 2012 Raffle Quilt 1st Place - Open Division Group Quilt Category - 2012 Dallas Quilt Celebration! Affairs of the Heart 93" x 93" Drawing: September 16, 2012, 4:00 P.M. (You do not need to be present to win.) Click on quilt image for more pictures Quilt Photos by Harry Cabluck The Austin Area Quilt Guild, 2012 raffle quilt "Affairs of the Heart" was designed by artist and author, Aie Rossman. This awe-inspiring applique design includes 36 beautiful blocks each containing a heart motif and hand embroidery. Hearts and florals intertwine on a dark background to produce a kaleidoscope of color. A stunning border of scrolls provides the perfect finishing accent for this lovely quilt. The quilt was constructed of 100% cotton fabrics and techniques include hand applique, hand embroidery and machine piecing. The quilt was made by members of the Austin Area Quilt Guild and was exquisitely machine quilted by Martha Tsihlas of Austin, Texas. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Quilt design by Aie Rossman, author, Affairs of the Heart Quilt top construction by members of the Austin Area Quilt Guild Quilting by Martha Tsihlas of Austin, Texas. Tickets are available for a donation of $1 each or 6 for $5 and may be purchased from any AAQG member. Tickets will also be available for purchase at the Capital of Texas QuiltFest. If you want more information about purchasing tickets, email the Raffle Ticket coordinator.