I've Got the 19th Century Blues
Sponsored by
Busy Thimble, Litchfield, ME

curated by Judy Roche

In conjunction with the 2010 theme of the Maine blueberry, a selection of antique quilts containing blue fabrics will be exhibited.

The 19th century was especially rich in diversity of styles from fancy to folky. Judy Roche has selected from her collection a group of antique quilts that not only span the entire century but the various types of quilts containing the blues of the century. The quilts range from an 1804 medallion to a late 19th century pine tree. The colors and designs reflect the change in fabrics over the century. Some quilts have many blues; some have just one blue fabric.

In addition there will be display cases with sewing tools, fabrics, templates and blocks spanning the 19th century.

“Meet the Quilter”

Continuing a tradition started in 2003, we again recognize a PTQG member in the “Meet the Quilter” exhibit.

Kathy Angel Lee, a member of Evergreen Quilters chapter in Area 1 is the 2010 "Meet the Quilter."

Kathy's passion and avocation have been sewing since she was twelve years old. In the late 1980s, Kathy was introduced to quilting through an appliqué class. From that simple beginning, her work has evolved from a traditional form to a more artistic format. She is primarily self-taught, but has taken classes from many internationally known textile artists. In addition, she takes painting and drawing classes with local artists. Since her redirection (or retirement) from education in 2002, Kathy enjoys experimenting with a wide range of fabrics and techniques in both traditional and non-traditional ways. You'll want to see the special exhibit of her work.

State of Maine
Quilt Shop Hop
“Shop Challenge”

The State of Maine Quilt Shop Hop takes place each April, and includes quilt shops from across the state. This year, a first for 2010, the shops participated in a “Shop Challenge.” Each participating shop had the same guidelines and common fabrics to work with, from the Northcott / Monarch “Leading Ladies” line.

Qualifying challenge pieces will be on display at Maine Quilts 2010. You’ll enjoy the many different and beautiful interpretations that resulted from a similar palette of fabrics. Shop hoppers voted on their favorites. At Maine Quilts 2010 these “Viewer's Choice” favorites will be so noted with their winning ribbons.

Vintage Revisited
a block challenge exhibit

curated by Mary W. Kerr

Throughout our history, a woman’s work has never been completely done. As a result, many quilting projects have been left in various stages of completion.
What would happen if a set of blocks was divided among a number of quilt artists and each was left to create a quilt in her own unique style? In the spring of 2006, quilters of all backgrounds were invited to participate in just such a challenge.

Mary Kerr collected a group of 19 talented women who committed themselves to this exciting project. The group includes art quilters, traditionalists, historians and relative newcomers to this quilting journey. Six sets of vintage blocks were distributed to these brave artists. The block was theirs to play with! They could add to it, cut it up, embellish it, recreate it, improve upon it and more. The only requirement was that the finished quilt measure 24” x 24” and that the original block be included in the final project.