Thursday, December 26, 2013

SQC's 3rd Annual Quilt Exhibit, February 1st through February 15th 2014



In celebration of Black History Month, Sisters Quilting Collective (SQC) will host its 3rd annual Quilt Exhibit Our Stories in Quilts: Quilts That Are Inspired by the Stories in Our Lives” at The Brickhouse Art Gallery. The exhibit will highlight African-American Quilters and their Quilts.


Our 2014 program will feature Karen Boutte, author and noted quilter. There will be an opening and closing receptions, quilt demonstrations and lectures by local and regional quilters, quilting story circles, interactive children’s quilting activities, films, a book and resource display, presentations and fashion show by fabric and wearable artists, a presentation on the historical significance of African American quilters and quilting, prize raffles and prize drawing for the 2014 SQC Opportunity Quilt., receptions and much more. 

The keynote speaker for the quilt exhibit is “Quilt Diva”, Karen Boutte. Karen is the author of, “Delightful Diva Designs, Wonderful Whimsical Wearable’s.” Her lectures and trunk shows feature African American Quilts and Quilters, the joys of pursuing one’s dreams of becoming a Quilt Diva, inspiration and creativity. Karen has been teaching and lecturing since 1996 and is a nationally known quilt instructor, lecturer, author and designer of original quilts and garments. She has been sewing since she was 6 years old and enjoys the freedom of designing quilts and creating art to wear. She was profiled in Quilting Arts Magazine, issue 5, and Expressions Magazine, October/November 2005. Her work has appeared in numbers of books and magazines. She has also appeared on HGTV’s Simply Quilts, Kaye's Quilting Friends with Kaye Wood, Quilt Central with Janie Donaldson and Cindy Walters and American Quilts Creatively on PBS.  Karen’s presentation is Saturday, February 1, 2014 at 1:30 pm at the Brickhouse Art Gallery, 2837 36th Street, Sacramento, CA. 95817.  The cost for members is $25 and non-members $30.00. 



Calendar of Events - Save the Dates


* Please note all events will be held at The Brickhouse Art Gallery,

2837 36th Street, Sacramento CA. 95817, (916) 475-1240

 
Admission to the Gallery on non-event days: $5.00 SQC members and $10.00 for non-members

Saturday, February 1, 2014 - Opening Reception

Keynote Speaker Karen Boutte, Quilt Diva, 1:30pm-3:00pm
$25.00 members and $30.00 non-members

Story Circles 4:30pm - 6:00pm
 (Free and open to the public) Donations accepted
Come and share your favorite story about a family quilt (please bring your quilt or photos of your quilt)
(Must RSVP by January 20, 2014)

Saturday, February 8, 2014
Community Day
Donations accepted (children free)
Children and Parent‘s Quilting Corner - 12:30pm-3:30pm
Children, parents and community members will have fun engaging in hands-on quilting activities
Bring the kids and the young at heart for a day of quilting fun and celebration!!!
SQC’s Fabric Art Showcase Event 4:00pm-6:00pm
SQC’s members will showcase their beautiful fabric art, dolls and clothing

Thursday, February 13, 2014
Film Presentation –“The Skin Quilt Project” 5:30pm-8:00pm Facilitated Discussion led by Cordia Wade
 $3.00 members and $5.00 non-members please RSVP by Feb. 10, 2014, call (916) 484-5025

Saturday, February 15, 2014 Closing Reception
$5.00 members and $10.00 non-members
The Closing Reception activities will feature:
Presentations by the 2014 Exhibit Quilters 10:00am to 11:30am
Historical Presentation by Lillian LeBlanc, SQC’s Chair and Fredi Slaughter-Walker, Founding Member
12noon-1:00pm




Hands-on workshop entitled “Introduction To Hand Piecing” by Alice Calhoun, oted hand quilter
1:30pm-3:30pm .

Please RSVP by February 8, 2014 --Thimble required for hands- on activity

Awards, Acknowledgements, Raffles and Viewer’s Choice Announcements
 
 




For more info call (916) 484-5025 or (916) 475-1240 or e-mail: fayek@springmail.com  
Admission to the Gallery on non-event days: $5.00 SQC members and $10.00 for non-members


** Please note all events will be held at The Brickhouse Art Gallery, 2837 36th Street, Sacramento CA. 95817


Monday, December 2, 2013

SQC seeking African American quilt artists of the African Diaspora,DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED BY DECEMBER 15, 2013!!!


SQC’s 2014 Opportunity Quilt entitled “Lady Diaspora”

“Our Stories in Quilts”

Quilts That Are Inspired By the Stories in Our Lives"

You can view and download the application https://sites.google.com/site/sistersquiltingcollective

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED BY DECEMBER 15, 2013!!!
The “Sisters Quilting Collective” is seeking African American quilt artists of the African Diaspora for its 3rd annual quilt exhibit, in celebration of Black History Month, February 2014. The exhibit will be held at the historical Brickhouse Art Gallery in Sacramento California. The theme for this year’s exhibit is “Our Stories in Quilts”, “Quilts That Are Inspired by the Stories in Our Lives”.

Overview:
 This will be a 15 day exhibit. All accepted quilts are expected to remain for the entire exhibit which will begin on Friday, February 1st, 2014 and end Saturday, February 15th, 2014.

Eligibility: Quilts must be constructed by the person or persons named on the “Artist Statement.” Quilts previously exhibited at the Brickhouse Gallery are not eligible. Accepted quilts cannot be sold prior to the end of the exhibit. Once quilt is accepted by the selection committee, substitutions are not allowed. The maximum size for quilt entries is 63”x71”.

Quilt Entry Submission:
 Please email 2 high resolution jpegs (300 ppi) at least 6” (1800 pixels) on the longest side or mail 2-8x10 photo images, of each quilt for consideration, along with a brief description or comments of interest regarding your quilt (25 words or less). Images may be used by Sisters Quilting Collective and/or the Brickhouse Gallery for public relations. Please email jpeg submissions to: sistersquiltingcollective@gmail.com

Entry Fee:
 A non-refundable $25.00 fee for each accepted quilt submitted. Please do not send fees until after you receive notification of acceptance. Fee is payable by check or money order made out to: Sisters Quilting Collective. Mail fees to: P.O. Box 5486, Sacramento, CA 95817: “Attention Quilt Exhibit”. Fees may also be paid online with a credit or debit card via Paypal. See Paypal registration information on the Sisters Quilting Collective blog site: sistersquiltingcollectivesqc.blogspot.com.  

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED BY DECEMBER 15, 2013!!!
.
Confirmation of accepted quilts will be sent by email or letter within 7 days after the deadline.For more info contact: Faye Wilson Kennedy at 916-484-5025 or Gloria Grandy at 916-410-9082 oremail:sistersquiltingcollective@gmail.com

Accepted Quilts: All quilts that are accepted should be free of pet hair and smoke odors. Quilts must be ready for presentation. A four inch hanging sleeve and identifying label (artist’s name, title of quilt, and price) must be attached. Sisters Quilting Collective reserves the right to refuse entries that do not meet this criterion or are misrepresented by the photos and digital images.

Quilt Return Shipping: The artist is responsible for paying for return shipping if the quilt does not sell. Return shipping can be paid via credit card or shipped on the artist’s shipping account number (FedEx, UPS). The artist may provide a FedEx or UPS shipping label with the quilts to facilitate return. Please include two (2) prepared return shipping labels. Labels should also dictate which shipping method you use. Please use well labeled packaging that can be re-used for return shipping.
Sales and Liability: If quilt entries are not available for sale and are for exhibit only, please indicate this on the entry form. All accepted quilts will be handled with professional care and every precaution will be taken to protect your quilt. Neither the Brickhouse Gallery nor the Sisters Quilting Collective is responsible for loss or damage of quilt prior to receipt of quilt or after return shipping of quilt. The artist is responsible for all shipping and insurance costs to and from the exhibition. Complete shipping instructions will be included with notification of acceptance.


PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY
Name: ______________________________________________________________________________________
Address: ____________________________________________________________________________________
Phone: ______________________________________________________________________________________
E-mail: ___________________________________________Cell: ______________________________________
I agree to pay a $25.00 Entry Fee upon receipt of acceptance notification: ____________________________
Quilt is not for sale, for exhibit only, check here: _____________
Deadline for submission (postmark) is December 15, 2013. Please mail completed application, photos and fees to: Sisters Quilting Collective, “Attention Quilt Exhibit”, and P.O. Box 5486, Sacramento, CA 95817
Artist’s Statement: (25 words or less)

Please attach photos of quilts to this application.
Key Dates and Information:
Would you like to give a presentation about your quilt? _______Yes_______No
Submission deadline (postmarked) December 15, 2013
Notification sent out by: December 27, 2013
Quilts are due at the Brickhouse Gallery the week of January 13th through January 18th, 2014
The Brickhouse Gallery is located at: 2837 36th St & Broadway,Sacramento CA, 95817, 916-475-1240.
Opening reception: February 1, 2014
Exhibition dates: February 1st through February 15th
Closing reception: February 15th
Pick up of quilts: February 15th at 8pm

Quilt return shipping begins: February 17th to February 21st

Thank you


Monday, November 11, 2013

SQC’s 3rd Annual Quilt Exhibit, Calendar of Events- Save the Dates



Sisters Quilting Collective Presents: “Our Stories in Quilts”
SQC’s 3rd Annual Quilt Exhibit
February 1st through February 15th 2014
            The Brickhouse Art Gallery, 2837 36th Street, Sacramento   CA  95817

Calendar of Events- Save the Dates


Download the  Open Call for African American Quilt Artists
 for 3rd Annual Quilt Exhibit, application-Deadline Extended to December 15, 2013
Visit: https://sites.google.com/site/sistersquiltingcollective/

Saturday, February 1, 2014 - Opening Reception

Keynote Speaker Karen Boutte, Quilt Diva, 1:30pm-3:00pm
$25.00 members and $30.00 nonmembers

Story Circles 4:30pm - 6:00pm
 (Free and open to the public)
Come and share your favorite story about a family quilt (please bring your quilt or photos of your quilt)
(Must RSVP by January 20, 2014)

Saturday, February 8, 2014
Community Day
Donations accepted (children free)
Children and Parent‘s Quilting Corner - 12:30pm-3:30pm
Children, parents and community members will have fun engaging in hands-on quilting activities
Bring the kids and the young at heart for a day of quilting fun and celebration!!!
SQC’s Fabric Art Showcase Event 4:00pm-6:00pm
SQC’s members will showcase their beautiful fabric art, dolls and clothing

Thursday, February 13, 2014

Film Presentation –“The Skin Quilt Project”
 5:30pm-8:00pm Facilitated Discussion led by Cordia Wade

Saturday, February 15, 2014 Closing Reception
$5.00 members and $10.00 non-members
The Closing Reception activities will feature:
Presentations by the 2014 Exhibit Quilters 10:00am to 11:30pm
Historical Presentation by Lillian LeBlanc, SQC’s Chair and Fredi Slaughter-Walker, Founding Member
12noon-1:00pm
Interactive presentation and demonstration by Alice Calhoun, noted hand quilter 1:30pm-3:30pm
Please RSVP by February 8, 2014 --Thimble required for hands- on activity
Awards & Acknowledgements
Raffles and Viewer’s Choice Announcements


** Please note all events will be held at The Brickhouse Art Gallery 
2837 36th Street, Sacramento CA. 95817

SQC’s Raffle Ticket for the 2014 Opportunity Quilt entitled “Lady Diaspora,” 
$1.00 for 1 ticket or $5.00 for 6 tickets. For more info call (916) 484-5025.

For more info call (916) 484-5025.

Thursday, October 31, 2013

New date for SQC's November Membership Meeting



Our Next Membership Meetings

Corrections!!!

New date: Tuesday, November 19, 2013 
The Brickhouse Art Gallery 
2837 36th Street, Sacramento, CA. 95817

Membership is only $25.00 per year

Join the celebration !!

Wednesday, October 16, 2013

2014 Opportunity Quilt: “Lady Diaspora”


2014 Opportunity Quilt

“Lady Diaspora”
3rd Annual Quilt Exhibit
February 1st - February 15th 2014

Our 2014 theme is: “Our Stories in Quilts: Quilts That Are Inspired By the Stories in Our Lives”

                                          Raffle tickets will be available soon. Stay tuned for more details!!


Congratulations & good news for SQC's supporter Connie Horne


                                       General George Washington and Black Solders 

Congratulations to local quilter (SQC supporter) Connie Horne’s beautiful quilt featuring General George Washington and Black Solders was recently featured at “And Still We Rise: Race, Culture and Visual Conversations”@ The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center

The General George Washington and Black Solders quilt was one of the quilts in the Cincinnati news article. http://cincinnati.com/blogs/arts/2013/10/11/quilt-exhibit-opens-at-freedom-center-saturday/

Friday, October 11, 2013

SQC's Membership Meeting



Our Next Membership Meetings

Corrections!!!

New date: Tuesday, November 19, 2013 
Thursday, December 12, 2013

2nd Thursday of each month @
the Brickhouse Art Gallery 
2837 36th Street, Sacramento, CA. 95817

Membership is only $25.00 per year

Join the celebration !!

Photos of the October Meeting










Tuesday, October 1, 2013

SQC's host:The Brickhouse Art Gallery





Sisters Quilting Collective (SQC) is hosted by The Brickhouse Art Gallery located in Oak Park at 2837 36th St & Broadway, Sacramento CA 95817.  916-475-1240. The Brickhouse Art Gallery’s al is to create a community atmosphere which encourages participation, exhibitions, workshops, classes and demonstrations. We remain open to redefining ART as it is ever evolving.     Director  & Curator, Barbara Range. bfanta96@gmail.com or  http://www.thebrickhousegallery.net. Visit the Brickhouse Art Gallery!!

Community News & Events



·         The Sisters Quilting Collective meets the second Thursday of every month from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Next Membership Meeting:  Thursday, October 10, 2013 from 6:00pm-8:00pm @ The Brickhouse Art Gallery, 2837 36th Street, Sacramento, CA. 95817.  Membership is only $25.00 per year. Don’t forget your show and tell item!




  • Holiday Craft Marketplace & Fair at the Brickhouse Art Gallery Saturday, December 7, 2013, 12noon-6:00pm and Sunday, December 8, 2013, 1:00pm-5:00pm. Stay tuned for more info or call:  (916) 475-1240. http://www.thebrickhousegallery.net/
  • February 1, 2014 – February 15, 2014- . In celebration of Black History Month, Sisters Quilting Collective (SQC) will host its 3rd annual Quilt Exhibit: “Our Stories in Quilts: Quilts That Are Inspired by the Stories in Our Lives”. The exhibit will highlight African-American Quilters and Quilts. The 2014 program will feature: a key note address by Karen Boutte, author and noted quilter, opening and closing receptions, presentations by the 2014 exhibit quilters, quilting story circles, children’s quilting activities, presentations and fashion show by fabric and wearable artists, a presentation on the historical significance of African American quilters and quilting, raffles and a presentation and prize drawing for the 2014 SQC Opportunity Quilt.The Brickhouse Art Gallery2837 36th Street, Sacramento, CA. 95817  http://sistersquiltingcollectivesqc.blogspot.com/


Wednesday, September 18, 2013

Save the date: SQC's presents Karen Boutte, Quilt Diva, Saturday, February 1, 2014.







Join Sisters Quilting Collective (SQC’s) @ The 3rd Annual Quilt Exhibit, “Our Stories in Quilts” Opening Reception, Saturday, February 1, 2014. Our Keynote Speaker Karen Boutte, Quilt Diva, 1:00pm - 3:00pm @ The Brickhouse Art Gallery, 2837 36th Street, Sacramento, CA. 95817. More details soon.

Sunday, September 1, 2013

Open Call for African American Quilt Artists for 3rd Annual Quilt Exhibit, February 1st through February 15th 2014

3rd Annual Quilt Exhibit, February 1st through February 15th 2014


 “Our Stories in Quilts”

Quilts That Are Inspired By the Stories in Our Lives"

The “Sisters Quilting Collective” is seeking African American quilt artists of the African Diaspora for its 3rd annual quilt exhibit, in celebration of Black History Month, February 2014. The exhibit will be held at the historical Brickhouse Art Gallery in Sacramento California. The theme for this year’s exhibit is “Our Stories in Quilts”, “Quilts That Are Inspired by the Stories in Our Lives”.

Overview: This will be a 15 day exhibit. All accepted quilts are expected to remain for the entire exhibit which will begin on Friday, February 1st, 2014 and end Saturday, February 15th, 2014.

Eligibility: Quilts must be constructed by the person or persons named on the “Artist Statement.” Quilts previously exhibited at the Brickhouse Gallery are not eligible. Accepted quilts cannot be sold prior to the end of the exhibit. Once quilt is accepted by the selection committee, substitutions are not allowed. The maximum size for quilt entries is 63”x71”.

Quilt Entry Submission: Please email 2 high resolution jpegs (300 ppi) at least 6” (1800 pixels) on the longest side or mail 2-8x10 photo images, of each quilt for consideration, along with a brief description or comments of interest regarding your quilt (25 words or less). Images may be used by Sisters Quilting Collective and/or the Brickhouse Gallery for public relations. Please email jpeg submissions to: sistersquiltingcollective@gmail.com

Entry Fee: A non-refundable $25.00 fee for each accepted quilt submitted. Please do not send fees until after you receive notification of acceptance. Fee is payable by check or money order made out to: Sisters Quilting Collective. Mail fees to: P.O. Box 5486, Sacramento, CA 95817: “Attention Quilt Exhibit”. Fees may also be paid online with a credit or debit card via Paypal. See Paypal registration information on the Sisters Quilting Collective blog site: sistersquiltingcollectivesqc.blogspot.com.  Please note SQC's Paypal will be operational by Sept. 15, 2013.

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED BY DECEMBER 1, 2013!!!
.
Confirmation of accepted quilts will be sent by email or letter within 7 days after the deadline. For more info contact: Faye Wilson Kennedy at 916-484-5025 or Gloria Grandy at 916-410-9082 or, email:sistersquiltingcollective@gmail.com

Accepted Quilts: All quilts that are accepted should be free of pet hair and smoke odors. Quilts must be ready for presentation. A four inch hanging sleeve and identifying label (artist’s name, title of quilt, and price) must be attached. Sisters Quilting Collective reserves the right to refuse entries that do not meet this criterion or are misrepresented by the photos and digital images.

Quilt Return Shipping: The artist is responsible for paying for return shipping if the quilt does not sell. Return shipping can be paid via credit card or shipped on the artist’s shipping account number (FedEx, UPS). The artist may provide a FedEx or UPS shipping label with the quilts to facilitate return. Please include two (2) prepared return shipping labels. Labels should also dictate which shipping method you use. Please use well labeled packaging that can be re-used for return shipping.
Sales and Liability: If quilt entries are not available for sale and are for exhibit only, please indicate this on the entry form. All accepted quilts will be handled with professional care and every precaution will be taken to protect your quilt. Neither the Brickhouse Gallery nor the Sisters Quilting Collective is responsible for loss or damage of quilt prior to receipt of quilt or after return shipping of quilt. The artist is responsible for all shipping and insurance costs to and from the exhibition. Complete shipping instructions will be included with notification of acceptance.


PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY
Name: ______________________________________________________________________________________
Address: ____________________________________________________________________________________
Phone: ______________________________________________________________________________________
E-mail: ___________________________________________Cell: ______________________________________
I agree to pay a $25.00 Entry Fee upon receipt of acceptance notification: ____________________________
Quilt is not for sale, for exhibit only, check here: _____________
Deadline for submission (postmark) is December 1, 2013. Please mail completed application, photos and fees to: Sisters Quilting Collective, “Attention Quilt Exhibit”, and P.O. Box 5486, Sacramento, CA 95817
Artist’s Statement: (25 words or less)

Please attach photos of quilts to this application.
Key Dates and Information:
Would you like to give a presentation about your quilt? _______Yes_______No
Submission deadline (postmarked) December 1, 2013
Notification sent out by: December 8, 2013
Quilts are due at the Brickhouse Gallery the week of January 13th through January 18th, 2014
The Brickhouse Gallery is located at: 2837 36th St & Broadway, Sacramento CA, 95817, 916-475-1240.
Opening reception: February 1, 2014
Exhibition dates: February 1st through February 15th
Closing reception: February 15th
Pick up of quilts: February 15th at 8pm

Quilt return shipping begins: February 17th to February 21st

Thank you