Quilting a lost Art

I had the wonderful chance to attend a local Quilt show last week and I just had to share it. This event is sponsored by the Soonipi Quilt Guild.

Quilts - An American Legacy

Oct. 04, 2011 - Oct. 28, 2011
Quilt show is open Tuesday thru Saturday from 11 am to 4 pm. Closed on Sundays and Mondays Opening Reception is on Saturday October 1 from 2-4 pm. Everyone welcome. For more information: Call Dorothy Hathaway 603-863-4342 or Lois Flanders 603-763-8752 or e-mail Lois at loisflan@hotmail.com

• Sponsor: SooNipi Quilt Guild
• Location: Library Arts Cebter, 53 N. Main St., Newport NH 03773
• Admission: free, donations appreciated
• Contact: 603-863-3040
• Email: toto863@gmail.com

 This beautiful quilt is called "Autumn Trails", created by Maggie Ford in 2006. Professionally quilted by Laura Chowanski of Sunshine Carousel Quilt Shop.

This beautiful quilt, I believe might be my favorite. It is called "Christmas Quilt", it was created by Dorothy Hathaway, Lempster NH in 2011. Professionally quilted by Granham Quilt Works, Newport NH.





Quilting was a traditional way of life for many of our Grandparents. It has become a disappearing art.  There is a movement among people to redevelop this wonderful tradition. You see many local stores that are now offering quilting lessons, fabrics and all the supplies that you would ever need.  There is nothing like a handmade quilt that could be passed down through families. I encourage you to seek out the local resources and learn this wonderful skill. You will never be sorry that you did, especially on a chilly winter night.