Buildings have a long history of inspiring the creative designs of quilt makers. In the 19th century, American quilters developed classic architectural patterns such as Log Cabin, Schoolhouse, and Brick Wall. This annual juried exhibit challenges quilt makers to create works based on architectural themes and inspirations.
Size of Entries: Minimum width is 36”. Maximum width and length is 96”. Each entry must have a 4” (10 cm) finished sleeve or casing sewn to the top back edge of the quilt (please include a .125”/.377 cm ease in the sleeve or casing). Sleeves should be secured with stitching at the top and bottom edge. A cloth label with the entrant’s name, address, telephone number, and email must be securely sewn to the back of the quilt, bottom left side. There is no “made after” date requirement. Please do not submit quilts made from kits. A kit is defined as a unit for retail sale composed of patterns, fabrics, and quilting designs.
Who May Enter: The entries may be the work of one person or more than one person as long as proper credit is given to all involved in the actual completion of the quilt. The person entering the quilt must have been directly involved in the quilt’s creation.
Limit on Entries: You may enter up to 2 quilts per person or group.
Entry fee: A nonrefundable entry fee of $20 (USD) will be paid per quilt entered.
Length of Exhibit: Quilts will be returned by the end of, January 2022 if quilt does not travel to other venues. If you agree to allow your quilt to travel, your quilt will be returned by the end of September, 2022.
Virtual Quilt Festivals: the quilt may be shown at Virtual Quilt Festivals. Requests may be made for new photographs since the ones submitted of your quilt will be shown. We may be contacting you for a photograph that has a higher resolution, better focus, or that is taken straight-on.
Selling Your Quilt: You may choose to offer your quilt for sale while on exhibition. If you do, 25% commission fee will be charged.