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Get ready to support your local businesses and discover some beautiful, handmade treasures on Local Quilt Shop Day, this January 27! This special day was created to honor the age-old art of quilting, a beloved pastime that has been part of human history for thousands of years. Quilting itself traces its roots back to ancient Egypt and China, and every quilt tells a story, just like each unique local shop that sells them. So mark your calendars, quilting enthusiasts and crafters alike, it's time to bundle up in the warmth of tradition and community! Join us in celebrating these small businesses and continuing this heritage craft.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>5000 B.C.</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Ancient Quilting Beginnings</div><div class='timeline-text'>Evidence of quilting dating back to around 5,000 B.C. has been found in ancient Egypt and China, marking the earliest origins of this craft.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rise of American Quilt Shops</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 19th century, local quilt shops become more prevalent in America, providing resources and selling supplies for those passionate about quilting.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Quilting Renaissance</div><div class='timeline-text'>Following the American Bicentennial in 1976, a resurgence in quilting occurred, helping many small quilt shops grow and flourish.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Technological Advancements</div><div class='timeline-text'>The incorporation of computer technology into quilting at the turn of the century revolutionizes design capabilities within local quilt shops.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Local Quilt Shop Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Fabric Shop Network establishes the first Local Quilt Shop Day, encouraging individuals to support their local quilting businesses.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Take a quilting class</h3><p class='facts-text'>Many local quilt shops offer beginner and advanced classes. Use this day to learn the art of quilt-making from experienced quilters in your community.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Host a quilt show</h3><p class='facts-text'>Gather your friends, family, or a local crafting group for a homespun quilt show. Where everyone can show off their favorite quilts for everyone to admire. Even better if they were bought from your local shop!</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Start a community quilt project</h3><p class='facts-text'>Community projects bring people together and make amazing finished products. Gather a group of interested quilters and start a community quilt, with each person contributing a patch or section.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Purchase a handcrafted Quilt</h3><p class='facts-text'>Support your local quilt shop by purchasing a beautifully handcrafted quilt. This not only helps sustain your local shop but also allows you to own a unique piece of art.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Donate a quilt to a local charity</h3><p class='facts-text'>Give back to your community by donating a quilt from the local quilt shop to a local charity. It’s a nice way to spread warmth and love.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Support Local Craftsmen and Business</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>On Local Quilt Shop Day, we are able to support local businesses that sustain tradition and craftsmanship. Each quilt is not just a blanket, but a unique piece of art with a story. Supporting these local shops helps keep these stories alive and allows us to understand and appreciate the artisans’ skills.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Building Community through Shared Interests</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Whether it's taking a quilting class, hosting a quilt show, or starting a community quilt project, Local Quilt Shop Day provides an opportunity to meet and connect with fellow art and craft enthusiasts. It's not just about quilting; it's about community and the shared love for this age-old craft.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Paying it Forward</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Local Quilt Shop Day isn't just for yourself – it's also about giving back. Donating a quilt to a local charity can provide warmth and solace for those in need, making this special day a wonderful opportunity for collective act of kindness too.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Quilting is Therapeutic</h3><p class='facts-content'>Did you know that quilting can provide therapeutic benefits such as stress relief and boosting cognitive ability? The intricate and careful process of quilting can have similar benefits to mindfulness and meditation.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Longest Known Quilt Took Over 16 Years to Complete</h3><p class='facts-content'>Constructed by a team of over a hundred quilters, and completed in 2009, the quilt named 'Infinite Variety' measures a striking 27 x 27 feet, demonstrating an immense dedication to this age-old craft.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>There are Over 21 Million Quilters in the U.S.</h3><p class='facts-content'>According to the Quilting in America survey, there are an estimated 21 million quilters in the U.S. alone, showing the expansive reach and beloved nature of this craft.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>First Professional Quilters were Men</h3><p class='facts-content'>Quilting was initially a trade for men in the early years of American history. In fact, many of the first professional quilters were tailors, upholsterers, and merchants who used quilting techniques in their work.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Quilting can be a Lucrative Profession</h3><p class='facts-content'>According to statistics, a well-established full-time professional quilt artist can earn up to six figures. This goes to show how much our society values this artistic and traditional craft.</p></div></div>
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