All quilt shows need an orange gnome or two....
A big "thankyou" to Mike R, The Quilt Show is indebted to Mike and many other unheralded "friends - of" quilters, who graciously help their "better halves" and the whole Guild with specialist and time consuming tasks during the Show.
Congratulations!
The combined wisdom, speed and general mad-hattedness of The Kedumba Kuilters (otherwise known as Leisel, Wendy, Kerry and Veteran Leader- Isobel ) ensured a closely won race with the Jelly Roll.
Completing the - what was for some teams gruelling, sew-a-thon, in only 20 minutes and 58 seconds, it was perhaps the badge inspiration, providing a psychological advantage, that helped knock into Second Place (by only a few seconds) : The Grafton Jelly Queens, who had previously trumped those other pretenders to the throne : The President's Princesses (a *bling bling* team who had, never the less, gallantly coped with the disadvantage of being hobbled - or - nobbled, by bobbin "issues")
The votes are in and counted. Congratulations to Lucy Carroll who was awarded First prize for Viewers' Choice 2013 for her quilt Soldier On:
Artist Statement: This quilt supports Soldier On (www.soldieron.org.au), a charity which provides support for defence members wounded in recent conflicts. It commemorates our friends lost in Afghanistan. My husband is currently serving there on Op Slipper, and he returns home in July.
Viewers' Choice 2013, First Prize: Soldier On by Lucy CarrollThe President of The Quilters' Guild of NSW Inc, Cath Babidge, reports that due to the unfailing enthusiasm of the many members volunteering in numerous and varied spheres, this year's Sydney Quilt Show was a resounding success.
She wishes to thank everyone, members, partners and friends, and especially the Exhibition Sub-Committee for their hard work in presenting such a wonderful week of quilting display and events.
She and the Guild are also extremely grateful for the continued support shown from the many Sponsors, who through their ongoing generousity facilitate a wider recognition of the importance of quilting and related textile arts.
"Thankyou, and Congratulations" to all involved.
There is only one day left to enjoy the visual delights of this year's Quilt Show. All attendees have been treated to an outstanding display of quilts, talks and information sessions, and quilt fun from guild members, as can be seen from the following snaps.
The Guild website has been updated! You can see images of all of the prize winning quilts in the Sydney Quilt Show 2013 Prize Winners Online Gallery.
Template Free on May 21st called for enthusiastic quilters to join forces for a "Jelly Roll Race Quilt" demonstration to be held during the 2013 Sydney Quilt Show.
Themed teams are already preparing their strips, sharpening their scissors and filling their bobbins, so make sure you come and watch the frantic attempts to outdo each other during the marathons at the sewing machines!
Expected Race Commencement times :
Thursday 13th : 11.30 am
Friday 14th : 12 noon
Saturday 15th : 12 noon
Come and cheer on the teams and watch Jelly Roll quilt tops come together.
There are a record number of entries for this year's Quilt Show, ensuring that "Drop-Off Persons" will have a busy time collating and checking their cohort's quilts.
Please make their job easier by reviewing your entry(s)
Raffle books will now be in your possession. It is imperative that all books be returned to the Guild whether tickets have been sold or not.
If returning books, monies and unsold tickets prior to the quilt show, they must be in the Guild Office before 31 May 2013.
Alternatively, bring them to the Raffle Desk at the Show, on any day, prior to the draw on the Sunday afternoon.
All members of The Quilters' Guild of NSW Inc are invited to attend The Exhibition Dinner.
Download Exhibition Dinner Booking Form.
A booking form was also included in the May issue of The Template, however if there is a wish not to use that page and a photocopier is unavailable then consider phoning the Guild Office today.
The volunteers there can complete a form with credit card details over the phone for you.
As publicised, the Guest Speaker at the Dinner will be the extremely talented and internationally regarded Australian Textile Artist, Sue Dennis.
Her particular topic during this evening of fun and companionship will be "Quilting Adventures from Mt Isa to Mongolia"
Anyone who has followed her blog in recent times will know that her talk is bound to be colourful and informative.
It is indeed a privilege to have Sue share her quilting journey with us at the Dinner.
Date : Friday 14 June 2013
Time : 6.00pm Pre-Dinner drinks at Pumphouse bar ( at own expense)
6.30pm Dinner - Darling Harbour room (drinks at own expense)
Venue : Rockford Novotel Darling Harbour
Cost : $70.00
A night not to be missed!
Guild members are invited to join the jelly roll race (aka 1600 Race) at the Sydney Quilt Show on Thursday through Sunday, 13-16 June. A team may consist of one up to three people. If we get a lot of interest we will try and fill teams of three. If you are interested in participating but can’t form a team, please submit your name and we will try and link you up with other enthusiastic quilters.
Each Team is to pick a Name and Colour Code for clothing.- Be Decorative and Creative.
Each Team Member to receive a free entry if required. It is hoped that you would be able to volunteer as white glove for another session of the day if possible or continue to demonstrate sewing techniques at the machines.
You may spend time preparing before the race getting to know the machine and filling bobbins. I think you should have your strip prepared, ie sewn together, to start the race and then the race should take approx 45 minutes.
Happy to have a race from scratch if this is what the teams prefer. The fabric used can be either a bought jelly roll or indeed 40 x 21/2 inch strips from your stash. You pay for the fabric yourselves but take the finished top home hopefully at the end of the show so that we can have them on display for the entire show. Does anyone have a finished jelly roll race quilt we can display?
This event is meant to be a bit of fun for both participants and spectators and not to be taken too seriously (except for safety requirements).
Any Questions or to submit a team please email Deborah Laurie, with the details below or submit the Jelly Roll Race Application Form at the Guild Office before Friday 31 May.
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| Shifting Sands - a jelly roll race quilt by Cinzia White |
The Annual Exhibition Dinner is set for Friday, 14th June 2013 at the Rockford Novotel Darling Harbour with guest speaker Sue Dennis.
Bookings for the Dinner close on Friday, 24th May 2013.
Download and return the Exhibition Dinner Booking Form.
A record number of entries were received for the 2013 Sydney Quilt Show. Acceptance letters were dispatched to entrants earlier in May. If you have not received your acceptance letter, or have any other queries regarding your entry, please contact Exhibition@quiltersguildnsw.com
Come and enjoy the Sydney Quilt Show from behind the scenes!
The excitement is now mounting for all of those members who are exhibiting a quilt at this year's show.
As always, to help make this event a success, the Guild needs your help.
If you have not returned your 'Volunteer Form' with a Show Entry, then please think about filling it in now, with shift preferences for any of the five days, plus Set-up Day, of the Show.
By signing up, you can make this a less stressful time for the hard working Exhibition Committee, so please consider lending a hand for an hour or two, or more.
Various responsibilities include 'White Glove' duty, as well as selling Raffle tickets and catalogues.
Everyone makes a new friend! and by volunteering, you can become more connected to the Guild, the members and activities.
All volunteers will receive a Volunteer 2013 Quilt Show Badge as well as a catalogue.
Please contact the Guild Office should extra forms be needed.
Volunteer Forms must be returned by the 24th May.
Urgent Reminder
The Closing Date for the return of a completed Quilt Details Entry Form for acceptance into this year's Sydney Quilt Show is this Friday 8 March
A maximum of two entries can be submitted, however if due to exhibition constraints only one can be accepted, please do not forget to indicate your first preference.
The Payment Details Form with Credit Card details or a Cheque for your entry (unless entering in the Junior Category) must also be included.
Please remember to attach a good quality photo of your entry (4x6 inches) showing the entire quilt top (up to its current construction stage)
This photo must be labelled with the name of the quilt and the name and address of the exhibitor.
The "top" of the quilt, for hanging directions, must also be indicated.
Exhibition planning is well under way and it would be helpful if your Volunteer Form could also be returned to the Guild Office as soon as possible.
Thankyou.
The annual members' exhibition of the Quilters' Guild of NSW Inc, the Sydney Quilt Show 2013 runs from 12-16 June 2013. Please assist in promoting the show by adding the 2013 quilt show button to your blog or website. Here is the html code:
<a href="http://www.quiltersguildnsw.com/"><img src="http://www.quiltersguildnsw.com/quiltshowbutton.jpg" alt="Sydney Quilt Show" /></a>
If you have a Blogspot blog, go to Dashboard>Layout>Page Elements>Add Page Element. Choose "HTML/Javascript" as your page element, click "Add to Blog", cut and paste the code and click "Save Changes". On the "Add & Arrange" page elements page, you can drag and drop the button at the desired place in your side bar. The button should look like this.
Please contact the Guild Webmaster if you require assistance.
PS: If you downloaded the code for the previous quilt show buttons, you will see that it has been automatically updated to display the 2012 button - no further action required!
To make the 2013 Sydney Quilt Show a success, we need your help. There are many ways you can be involved. In particular, you could volunteer to help with white glove duty, selling raffle ticket and catalogues.
Each time slot during the show needs 12 volunteers so you can see how vital it is to have the cooperation of as many members as possible.
Volunteers are also required for set up on Tuesday 11 June and take down on Sunday 16 June.
If you have entered a quilt and will be attending the Show, it is expected that you will volunteer for at least two shifts during the exhibition.
Every volunteer will receive a Volunteer Quilt Show badge and a catalogue, a small thank you for the time you freely give to the Guild. Thank you for completing this form and offering your assistance. It is well appreciated.
Download Sydney Quilt Show Volunteer Form (
416KB PDF)
The entry form and conditions of entry for the 2013 Sydney Quilt Show (12-16 June) are now available for download.
324KB PDF)280KB PDF).
