Quilt Show Judge

Biography:

Sally Hatfield is a National Quilting Association Certified Judge.

Sally began her love affair with quilt making in 1974. During the past 30+ years, she has developed judging, teaching and lecturing skills while attending nearly seventy related classes and workshops. She exhibits her work and has received numerous awards in local, national and international competitions and is still working toward that elusive Best of Show award!

Earning her judge's certification through The National Quilting Association Inc. (NQA) in June 1996 has been a highlight in Sally's quilting career. As a certified judge, she is proud to honor the art, of quilt making by motivating show participants through ethical and impartial judging.

Sally's quilting activities include memberships in several quilt related organizations including NQA, the International Quilt Association, and the American Quilter's Society as well as regional and local organizations. She served eight years on the Board of Directors of NQA and has participated in the judging and production of its annual show every June since 1994. She currently serves as Treasurer of her local guild, the Copper Country Quilters. Most recently, Sally was honored to receive an invitation to join the Board of Directors of the newly formed Arizona Quilters Hall of Fame where she serves as Friend's Liaison - for those who support the Hall of Fame with financial contributions.

Sally, a mid-westerner by birth, but a south-westerner at heart, currently resides in Globe, Arizona with her husband Paul and two very spoiled but loveable cats.