WheatonArts Hosts ‘A Garden Of Quilts’ Quilt Show

MILLVILLE — Presented by The Garden Patch Quilters, National Quilting Association (NQA) Chapter 541, the biennial “A Garden of Quilts” Quilt Show, March 16 and 17, showcases over 150 traditional and contemporary quilts in the WheatonArts Event Center.
Why do we have our show judged? It establishes recognition for quality work; it sets standards and goals for all to strive for; and it provides quilters with an evaluation of their work. Quilts, quilted items and garments are judged on visual impact, color, design, quilting, workmanship and finishing of the piece. Anyone may enter a quilt either to be judged or for display only. All sizes and techniques are welcome. Children up to sixteen years of age are encouraged to enter quilts in the Junior Division. This exhibit showcases the creativity and clever workmanship of a talented future generation of quilters.
The show entries are being judged by Elizabeth Pauley. Pauley, who began quilting in 1974, is a quilting teacher and a NQA certified judge. For many years she taught quilting at The Patch of Country in Chadds Ford, PA, and public school at Springton Lake Middle School in Media, PA. She currently lives in Chesapeake, MD.
Visitors to the show will discover a host of quilt displays, several specialty fabric and supplies merchants, hourly demonstrations of quilting and embellishing techniques, a wide selection of boutique items plus a variety of unique special exhibits.
New and old quilts, both traditional and non-traditional, and quilted garments will be appraised by Karen Dever, AQA Certified Appraiser and member of the Professional Association of Appraisers – Quilted Textiles (PAAQT). Appraisals will be in the Event Center each day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fee: $45.00 written appraisal and $25.00 oral appraisal.
The 2014 raffle quilt, “Purple Sampler,” is queen-sized and is hand appliquéd and pieced by Guild members. Raffle tickets will be on sale for $1.00 each in the Event Center. The winning ticket will be drawn March 17, during the show.
Show hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Admission is $5.00 per person. Visitors can also visit the Museum of American Glass and museum stores. Food and refreshments are available for purchase in the Event Center. Free parking.
For more information about the show or WheatonArts, call 1-800-998-4552 or 856-825-6800, or visit online at wheatonarts.org. For information about the Garden Patch Quilters visit http://gardenpatchquiltguild.com or call 856-691-7362.
WheatonArts strives to ensure the accessibility of its exhibitions, events and programs to all persons with disabilities. Provide two weeks notice for additional needs. Patrons with hearing and speech disabilities may contact WheatonArts through the New Jersey Relay Service (TRS) 800-852-7899 or by dialing 711.
With a history spanning four decades, WheatonArts has earned regional, national and international recognition for its unique collections and programs. Located less than an hour from Philadelphia in southern New Jersey, WheatonArts advances its mission through museum and gallery exhibits, interpretive artist demonstrations, docent tours, classes, hands-on educational opportunities for children and adults, artist residencies, seminars, multicultural programs and festivals.
Funding has been made possible in part by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department
of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, by funds from the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation. WheatonArts receives general operating support from the New Jersey Historical Commission, Division of Cultural Affairs in the New Jersey Department of State. Additional funding provided through a grant from the New Jersey Department of State, Division of Travel and Tourism.