Carpet Round Up

Friday morning we set out early to walk the procession route and observe the alfombra masterpieces. Supposedly the most talked about ones are way over yonder by La Merced, so we certainly had to see what they were all about. While they were certainly becoming, we feel it is necessary to also acknowledge the efforts in the lesser know part of town, our neighborhood, which were just as amazing as their more famous counterparts.

Each alfombra is impressive in it's own way, so we thought it would be fun to do a little carpet round up to display these once a year pieces of art. I'm sure there must be some sort of judging that goes on throughout the week, but considering that we know nothing about it, we did a little fun judging of our own.

(The following recipients of the Lengacher Best award are listed in no particular order.)

Best use of movement & cutest sheep
(the shephard circled around his flock)

Prettiest butterfly

Best late night efforts by a neighbor

Most creative use of eggs

Best representation of an animal made from fruit

Best Message
Do you believe the sacrifice was worthwhile?

Best international design

Best use of real water

Longest alfombra

Best appearance of wildlife

Most realistic artwork

Most produce used

Best use of origami

Most geometric

Best 3D image

Most outrageous John the Baptist