Quilt Lovers, Mark your Calendars for the  "Stitches & Stories Quilt Show" on August 1, 2026.

Quilters and quilt enthusiasts are invited to participate in the Stitches and Stories Quilt Show on Saturday, August 1, 2026, as part of the Fayette Festival of the Arts. The show will be open from 9 am to 4 pm and will be held in the sanctuary of Linn Memorial United Methodist Church on the campus of Central Methodist University. Quilt check-in will take place Friday, July 31 from 8:30 am to 1 pm. Alternate arrangements can be made for those unable to deliver quilts during that time by contacting Tori Holt. Organizers are seeking quilts for several special displays. One collection, The Next Generation, will feature quilts created by young people under the age of 18, highlighting the talents of emerging quilters and encouraging the next generation of fiber artists. A second special exhibit, The Signature Series, will showcase friendship quilts, family heirloom quilts, and other quilts bearing the names or signatures of those who contributed to their creation. Whether recently completed or passed down through generations, these quilts tell unique stories of family, friendship, and community. The show will also feature Brave Heart Quilts, honoring veterans who have received quilts through the Quilt of Valor program. In addition to the special collections, organizers welcome quilts of all styles, sizes, and techniques. Traditional, contemporary, art quilts, and treasured family pieces are all encouraged. The goal is to celebrate the creativity, craftsmanship, and stories represented in every quilt. The show will include Spotlight Creators, highlighting accomplished local quilters who will share their expertise and provide opportunities for visitors to learn more about quilting techniques and traditions throughout the day. There is no fee to enter quilts in the show. Additional information and entry details will be announced in the coming weeks. Click here here to register your entries.