Australian entries for the World Quilt Competition 2018 are now open! Share your artwork on the international stage, and let someone else look after logistics, shipping, customs and insurance! Entries close on Tuesday, 15 May 2018. Accepted entries will premiere at the World Quilt New England (16-18 August 2018) and tour to other Mancuso shows in the United States until early 2019.
Entries can be submitted via the Online Entry Form. Alternatively, download, complete and return the World Quilt Competition 2018 Entry Form – Australian Edition (PDF) by e-mail or post. Be aware that your quilt must be at least 1296 square inches (eg 36x36in) and completed in 2016, 2017 or 2018. See the Contest Rules for more information.
In 2017, prizes were awarded to:
- Best of Country Award: Australia: Ornithology of Oz by Helen Godden.
- Innovative: Second Place: Methylene Blue Mandalas by Katherine Jones
- Innovative: Best Use of Colour: Carousel by Yvonne Chapman
- Traditional: Honourable Mentions: Carnaby Street and Flowering Star by Catherine Butterworth
- Traditional: Best Workmanship: North Country Girl by Karen Terrens
View all the prize winners at www.quiltfest.com.
Enter your quilt in 2018 to be part of this exciting event.
Brenda Gael Smith, Australian Coordinator, World Quilt Competition
info@worldquiltaustralian.com