Congratulations to Kathy S on being selected as the 2023 EDQG Featured Quilter1 We are all very excited to see a fabulous display of Kathy’s work.
Congratulations also to Gail J, the winner of the 50/50 draw. Gail received a cheque for $1,500.00. Thanks to everyone who supported our Quilt Show fundraising initiative. Funds raised are used to offset the costs of renting the Lions Center space where our quilt show is held.
Have you started thinking about your quilt show entries? You now have the Categories list. Which categories will your quilts fit into? We have uploaded a definitions list onto our website that will help you decide where to categorize your quilts.
For example, if you love to do traditional quilts, which are comprised of repeating blocks and shapes based on a grid, the best place for your traditional quilt is in the Traditional Quilts Category. If your quilt is small (with a perimeter of less than 160 inches) it would go in the Traditional Quilts – Small category. (Fairly self-explanatory.)
Please review the DEFINITIONS information provided under the Festival of Quilts Tab on the website. It is important that your quilt goes into the category that best suits your quilt and you are the person who can best make that determination. If you are still unsure where your quilt should go, don’t hesitate to contact the Quilt Show Committee to discuss it.
The EDQG Quilt Show Rules and Definitions have also been uploaded to the website as well. Please check these out to ensure your eligibility!
All quilts entered in the quilt show must have a label. It is important for a number of reasons. Firstly, it helps us keep track of the quilts and who they belong to. It also says you are proud of your work and want people to know who made it. Your quilt label might include:
- The name of the quilt; (This must be the same name as on your registration form!)
- The name of the person who made the quilt; and anyone who helped with the project (group quilts)
- The source or the pattern or designer
- Who it was made for and why
- Where it was made
- Date it was made
- It could include techniques used in the quilt
- Inspiration – was it inspired by something or someone?
- Care Instructions
- Anything else you think someone might like to know.
An article on quilt labels written by Sandra Hamilton is on the website for your review. It includes four links to articles and videos on How to Make Quilt Labels should you need a bit more guidance.
We will be looking for volunteers to work at the quilt show. Watch for more information on how to volunteer in our upcoming newsletters.
Important Dates for June 2023
Thursday, June 1 – Drop off your Quilts at the Central Lions Recreation Centre
Friday, June 2 – Judging and Show Set-up
Saturday, June 3 – Quilt Show
Sunday, June 4 – Quilt Show & Takedown (4:00)
As always, if you have any questions or concerns about the Quilt Show, please contact me, Myrna P, at quiltshow@edqg.ca.