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Guilds serve as non-profit organizations that promote the craft and art of quiltmaking by passing along the tradition to members and to the wider community. Meetings usually include presentations on quilt history or contemporary techniques along with a member “show-and-tell” and standard business.

A quilting guild is an organization of people who share an interest in quilting, which is the art of sewing together multiple layers of fabric to create a quilt. The primary purpose of a quilting guild is to provide a forum for quilters to meet, socialize, and exchange ideas and techniques related to quilting.

We would suggest you start by asking at the local modern fabric shops and quilt shops as they all like having potential customers in their store once a month. General craft shops are another great option. Also think about community centers, libraries or church meeting rooms.

Quilt guilds have played an important role transmitting the tradition of quiltmaking, supporting the growing ranks of teachers and lecturers, and affirming a traditional female identity.

We would suggest you start by asking at the local modern fabric shops and quilt shops as they all like having potential customers in their store once a month. General craft shops are another great option. Also think about community centers, libraries or church meeting rooms.

Quilting guilds typically hold regular meetings, which may include workshops, lectures, and demonstrations by experienced quilters. Members may also participate in group quilting projects, quilt shows, and community service projects such as making quilts for charitable causes.

A: A local guild will need to develop and adopt a set of bylaws, elect officers, acquire an EIN, and open a bank account. The guild must have a mission that aligns with the MQG's mission to support and encourage the growth and development of modern quilting through art, education, and community.