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Maine Quilts 2008
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Pine Tree Quilters Guild, Inc.
 a non-profit organization

July 25 - 27
Augusta Civic Center

76 Community Drive, Augusta, Maine
air-conditioned; convenient, free parking

Friday & Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

 

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Challenge Exhibits

“Pines and Needles – Sew What”

Chaired by Kate Albert

Sponsored by The Fabric Garden, Madison, ME

Pine trees are this year’s theme. Create a special quilt or any quilt related item that represents our wonderful state of Maine and its many varieties of pine trees. There are no size restrictions and any and all quilting and embellishments techniques are acceptable. A 4” minimum hanging sleeve is required on items larger than 15” x 15”. A one-of-a kind pin will be awarded to all entries; one entry per person. Use the QUILT ENTRY FORM to submit your entry. Please click here for complete entry information.

Chapter / Group Challenges Exhibit

PTQG chapters often challenge their members to create a quilt with a specific theme, special fabrics and / or colors. These challenges provide an interesting and colorful exhibit. To enter, use the CHAPTER / GROUP CHALLENGE ENTRY FORM .

Guidelines for Chapter / Group Challenges

Chapter / Group Challenge – Mini Quilts:

  • Quilts in this challenge category are small, individual quilts made by chapter / group members.
  • The maximum perimeter for an individual quilt is up to 96”.
  • The individual quilts do not require sleeves.
  • The individual quilts must be sewn or safety pinned to a backing provided by the chapter / group.
  • The backing must have a minimum 4” hanging sleeve.
  • A Challenge – Mini-Quilt entry does not count towards an individual’s 4-quilt limit.

Chapter / Group Challenge – Large Quilts:

  • Quilts in this challenge category are large, individual quilts made by chapter / group members.
  • Each quilt must have a perimeter of 97” or over.
  • Each quilt must have a minimum 4” hanging sleeve.
  • All quilts must be entered as a group on the appropriate form if they are to be hung consecutively in the exhibit.
  • A Challenge – Large Quilt entry does not count towards an individual’s 4-quilt limit.

Chapter / Area Banner Exhibit

The Pine Tree Quilters Guild, Inc. has 73 chapters divided among seven areas throughout the state. There are more than 2011 members from Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, several other states and Canada. We encourage chapters and areas to display their unique banners, which tell about their chapter or area. To enter a banner, use the QUILT ENTRY FORM . Click here for complete entry information and guidelines.

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Updated 14 Jan 08 by MQ Coordinator