Teen Quilter Wins RodeoHouston Contest for Second Year with Unique Design

Ellie Stucky's "Midnight Blooms" Quilt

• 🏆 Ellie Stucky won best of show at the RodeoHouston youth quilt contest for the second year in a row with her quilt, "Midnight Blooms."
• ⏳ The winning creation took over 300 hours to stitch, combining more than 50 different fabrics.
• 💡 The inspiration for the quilt came from a set of antique dishes Ellie saw while shopping with her mom.

A Young Quilter's Dedication

• 🌟 Ellie, who started quilting at age 7, sees it as a way to turn a vision into a tangible creation that can be passed down through generations.
• 📚 Despite keeping up with schoolwork, honors, dance, and volunteering, Ellie dedicates significant time to her craft.
• 🏅 Her previous winning quilt was showcased at the Texas Quilt Museum and the International Quilt Festival.

Preserving a Tradition

• 🧵 The RodeoHouston quilt contest, a tradition of over 40 years, recently added a youth competition to engage younger participants.
• 🌱 Ellie hopes to inspire other young people to keep the art of quilting alive.
• 🎯 She is already planning her design for next year's competition.

The Texas Quilt Museum

• 📍 The Texas Quilt Museum, located in La Grange, is highlighted as a worthwhile destination for a road trip.
• 🖼️ It showcases quilts, including Ellie's previous winning piece, and offers a unique experience for visitors.