This quilt makes us smile! Artist Mel Dugosh captured the joy of her first snorkeling excursion with this original art quilt. We love Mel's colorful outfit, the appliqued bubbles, and the curious fish inspecting her painted fingernails!
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Who Does Your Stripes? made and quilted by Mel Dugosh (Texas) @quiltanddagger
This original design was created with hand applique, embellishment, embroidery, and piecing; and machine piecing and quilting. Mel Dugosh says, "During my first snorkeling excursion in the Gulf of Mexico, many colorful fish surrounded my hands, staring in awe and amazement at my intricately painted fingernails. they appeared to ask, "Who does your stripes?"
Image credits: Photos were taken by Quilt Inspiration at the 2025 Houston International Quilt Festival.
