The Traditional Arts Expo returns in 2023

The Traditional Arts Expo features local traditional artists from area demonstrating their work. We welcome back the Evening Star Quilters and the Anderson Quilters. In addition Rose Cottage will share their Raggedy Ann doll making, Lynn Vanassen will demonstrate weaving and her wares, and Amy McKeever of Yarnfully Yours will be demonstrating her art of crocheting amigurumis - whimsical novelty plushies for all ages. In addition to a display of quilts there will be an exhibit featuring the recent recipients of a Quilt of Valor. Another display will feature the 1943 Friendship Found Quilt made by the members of Stewartsville Grange. Come and see the quilt and look for the name of a family member; perhaps you will find one.

The Fair invites guests to explore the talents of today's guilds and artisans.

The Evening Star Quilters Guild

Founded in September of 1987, the original group of 12 quilters from Warren County who quilted in their homes has grown to a vibrant guild averaging 52 members.

If you have a love for quilting you are welcome to join the group, where you'll learn and share the art and skills of quilting. A main focus of the Evening Star Quilter’s Guild is to provide continuing education and support to all members from beginners to experts. The Guild meets at 7:00 pm at the Belvidere American Legion Building on Greenwich Street on the second Tuesday of each month from March to December every year. Dues amount is $25.00 per year.

Creativity is inspired through the many optional programs, some of which include: show and tell, challenges, block of the month, row quilts and mystery quilts. Workshops on specific designs or techniques are offered throughout the year where one can learn “hands-on” and possibly go home with a finished quilt. A new member liaison assures no one will ever feel uncomfortable attending their first meeting.

Throughout the 36 years the Evening Star Quilter’s Guild has been together, the members have reached out to the community by donating many quilts in support of local charities and organizations. Each year Quilts of Valor have been presented to local veterans. Recent charity projects include heart pillows for mastectomy patients, port pillows, chemo caps, fleece giftbagds for the Children’s Home in Easton, and fidget blankets. The Guild also provides two scholarships to graduating seniors at Belvidere High School.

To learn more about the Evening Star Quilters Guild, please visit our website at www.esqg.com