National Quilting Day - March 20, 2010
Happy National Quilting Day!
History of National Quilting Day
The National Quilting Association created National Quilting Day in 1991. This year marks the 19th Annual National Quilting Day. The National Quilting Association was founded in 1970. They unofficially expanded National Quilting Day to last the whole month of March.
Activities You Can Do for National Quilting Day
The National Quilting Association gives several ideas of activities anyone can do this Quilting Day. They suggest:
- Work on a quilt for your favorite cause. There are several national projects, such as ABC Quilts, Project Linus and Tie One On for the Troops. You can also check if quilts are needed for children's services, nursing, rehabilitation facilities or local hospitals.
- Set up an exhibit at a local historical society or library.
- Organize a quilt history day.
- Help a school, 4H or scout group work on a quilt. You can also teach your children, grandchildren, nieces etc, how to make a quilt.
Take a look at their website for more ideas. You can also find a free pattern on their website to help you celebrate National Quilting Day, and they suggest where you can donate the finished project.
For more service projects take a look at this site. You will find descriptions of several charity projects, including, Quilts of Valor, Quilts for Kids, Project Linus and the One Million Pillowcase Challenge.
Quilting Events across the Country
There are several events taking place across the country in celebration of National Quilting Day.
The Western North Carolina Quilter Guild is having a Challenge Quilt Show at the Blue Ridge Mall on Saturday, March 20, 2010.
The Keepsake Quilting Shop will be holding a one-day sale throughout their shop with 20% off all regular priced merchandise.
In Asheville, North Carolina, members of the Asheville Quilt Guild and the Southern Highland Craft Guild will be demonstrating their craft from 10am to 4pm on Saturday, March 20, 2010, at the Folk Art Center.
The International Quilt Study Center & Museum in Lincoln, Nebraska is offering free admission on Saturday, March 20th from 11am to 3pm to their National Quilting Day exhibitions, lectures and demonstrations.
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Post a CommentNQA! I think I treked West, hubby and me, one year to see their quilt show in Paducah, KY! Thanks for sharing and Love the info and sites to check out! :)