Display Gallery at Original Sewing & Quilt Expo in Lakeland

Lakeland, FL

Display Gallery

 

Primal Forces: Earth

SAQA – Studio Art Quilt Associates
All life on this planet depends on earth. However, the soil beneath our feet that nurtures us can be a destructive force. Seismic activity and mudslides have shaped the landscape for millions of years, taking a toll on living beings as well. saqa.com

 

Quilt Contest 2023 Collection

Original Sewing & Quilt Expo
Original Sewing & Quilt Expo's 2023 Quilt Contest was a spectacular exhibit showcasing fifty amazing quilts juried from talented quiltmakers across the country. The remarkable works of art represented a wide range of artistic skill and ability. Thousands in cash prizes and ribbons were awarded by Kathryn Zimmerman, NACQJ certified judge at the Expo in Lebanon, TN. Don’t miss this opportunity to see a collection of some of the inspiring and beautiful quilts! sewingexpo.com/Quilt-Contest

 

 

The Voting Line
Carol Hancuh | SAQA – Studio Art Quilt Associates

“The Voting Line”  by artist Carol Hancuh shows a diverse selection of people: some are anxious, some bored, some oblivious to their surroundings, but all there for one reason – to vote! Carol builds her compelling quilt stories to trigger a response in the viewer. Her quilts encompass universal topics of history, such as the underground railroad, feeding the poor, a community coming together for a bus ride, encouraging people to vote. Neither an activist or a public speaker, Carol looks to influence people’s decisions through her art. saqa.com/about/who-we-are/carol-hancuh

 

North Texas Quilt Festival 2023 Showcase

In conjunction with Original Sewing & Quilt Expo
Peruse through this exhibit to view stunning, handpicked quilts from the North Texas Quilt Festival. These quilts were selected from over 350 contest quilts created by members of six North Texas guilds, including Bear Creek Quilt Guild, Fort Worth Modern Quilt Guild, Fort Worth Quilt Guild, Irving Quilt Guild, Quilters' Guild of Arlington and Trinity Valley Quilters' Guild. Within this diverse exhibit, you will find quilts with many forms of inspiration and quilters' level of expertise. Come and be charmed as you discover the unique story each quilter has to tell. northtexasquiltfestival.com

 

Back in 1973

The Great Wisconsin Quilt Show    

Each year, The Great Wisconsin Quilt Show hosts a themed challenge. The Back in 1973 challenge takes quilters back in time. All quilts represent the fashion, pop culture, music, art, decorating styles, colors, childrens' toys and/or quilt designs from fifty years ago. quiltshow.com

 

Black & White + One

Handi Quilter

The colors black and white create a cinematic backdrop for a bright pop of color. In this fun, eclectic collection of quilts made by the Handi Quilter National Educators, the drama of beautiful quilting is highlighted by this classic combination of light and dark. All styles of contemporary quilting, from classic blocks to modern improv piecing are highlighted by the beautiful machine quilting from these expert quilters. handiquilter.com


Rainforest - Lives Endangered

Show of Hands | SAQA Florida Pod 3 North

Life on our planet faces the crisis of habitat loss and climate change. Some of the most vulnerable call the Rainforest home. No other place on Earth has such a variety of animals and plants. The loss of this fragile habitat will have profound effects on humanity. We urge you to be aware of this, and step softly on the Earth. The life you save may be your own. saqa.com


 

Heirloom Quilts Made Easy

Carmen Geddes of TenSisters Handicraft

Make the Quilts you wish you could inherit! All the quilts in the display are made with EasyPiecing Grid fusible foundation. It's fun, fast, and accurate! Beginners and seasoned quilters alike enjoy this innovative way to piece quilts. From antique patterns, traditional quilt blocks, to pixelated pictures, this technique is for you! tensisters.com

 

From the Pages of Classic Sewing

Classic Sewing magazine

Heirloom sewing encompasses techniques for working with delicate fabrics, laces and ribbons. With step-by-step instructions, making an heirloom garment will prove to be quite enjoyable. Each issue offers a variety of heirloom projects such as children's garments, bonnets, booties, quilts, women's blouses and christening gowns. Whether you are a beginner or an accomplished sewist, Classic Sewing magazine is your source for breathtaking heirloom sewing. classicsewingmagazine.com

 

Black, White and Wow!

Tampa Modern Quilters Guild

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