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After an overwhelmingly positive response to the new event last year, the Prairie Hearts Quilters Guild is once again hosting a Drive-By Quilt Show to show off the hard work and talent of local quilters.
On Saturday, June 19 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., members of the local guild will be displaying their works in a variety of ways for the public to enjoy as they pass by.
“It's just something for people to get outside and do, to spend the day looking at quilts and appreciating our craft,” said guild president Lizanne Knox-Beam. “Last year, some got creative in displaying their quilts and it was really good, so we’re hoping this year will be the same.”
This year, the drive-by tour has 20 addresses on the list, with some featuring more than one quilt guild member and their works. The public is invited to stop by any time throughout the day, with no admission or tickets required.
As all of the displays will be outside, Knox-Beam said that those who take part in the informal tour can follow public health regulations at their own discretion.
“[Guild members] are excited to share with the community and fellow quilters what we’ve been working on in the past year, maybe bring out some of our old stuff to provide inspiration, [and] just have a fun and relaxing day,” said Knox-Beam.
The first drive-by event was held last year, as a way to reconnect the quilters after having to cancel their regular quilt show dates. Knox-Beam said the reception was so warm that the guild decided to bring the drive-by back.
“People said they enjoyed it so much that we thought, well, let’s do it again,” said Knox-Beam. “We can’t have our big quilt show so let's have this little one and people can still enjoy.”
Guild members have been very busy and largely been keeping in touch by holding virtual meetings via video, so Knox-Beam said that many are excited for the opportunity to put their work on display again.
Prairie Hearts had to cancel its 2021 quilt show due to the pandemic, but are now planning to see the usual big event return in the future. For now, the drive-by show will be the best place to view and connect with local quilters.
A list of addresses taking part in this year’s event is available here and in the upcoming issue of the Moose Jaw Express, as well as shared online on the Prairie Hearts Quilters Guild Facebook page.
