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Contemporary Broderie Perse

 

 

On exhibit November 19, 2010 - February 15, 2011

Combining collage, fine appliqué, and fine quilting, broderie perse- also known as cut-out chintz appliqué- presents a high point in the art of quiltmaking and deserves the admiration and attention of all who appreciate fine needlework. Curated by Anita Loscalzo.

 

 

Nosegay by Judy Simmons

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 Everchanging River
 

On exhibit December 9, 2010 - March 7, 2011

What is a river? More than 30 quilters were asked this question and given a piece of river fabric along with the entrance and exit points. All their quilts are hung side by side to create a 49 foot river.

AT&T The Real Yellow PagesAT&T, helps support The National Quilt Museum by being the Sponsor of "The Ever Changing River" Exhibit December 9, 2010 - March 7, 2011

 

Ever changing River
This quilt is part of the Ever Changing River Panel by Bonnie Ouellette

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School Block Challenge

 

On exhibit February 18 - April 4, 2011

Sponsored by Moda Fabrics, School Block Challenge is a yearly contest for children. Participating schools, youth groups and parents are given packets with three fabrics from Moda, and students were required to incorporate all three fabrics in their block.

For more information and submission guidelines for 2011, click here.
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New Quilts from an Old Favorite: Orange Peel

On exhibit March 9 - early June 2011

Each year this international contest organized by The National Quilt Museum challenges quiltmakers to create an innovative quilt based on a specific traditional pattern. An exhibit of the winners opens at the museum and then travels for one year. The opening exhibit is unique as it combines these contemporary art quilts with antique quilts of the same pattern.

For more information on this contest- past, present and future- as well as 2011 submission guidelines,

click here. Sponsored by Clover, Janome and Moda.
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