Located on the pattern page is the Quilts of Valor National Block for 2026, “Echoes”. If any members of HIH are interested in making a block or blocks for veteran’s quilts, Pocono Mountain Quilts of Valor would greatly appreciate your help. Bern will have hard copies at the HIH meetings if you prefer not to print one out. If you have any questions, please contact Bern Faiella.
Quilting Events Schedule
- September 19 – October 11: Mountain Laurel Quilt Guild Exhibit 2026
- Now – October 18, 2026 Pieced Together: American Quilts Across Generations – An exhibit in the Pearl S. Buck House Museum at 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA. Explore American quilting traditions from the Civil War era to the present. Featuring a remarkable range of quilts, from early utilitarian quilts reflective of 19th-century life to contemporary art quilts, including pieces that have won awards in regional and national quilt shows. For more info go to https://pearlsbuck.org/quilt-exhibit/
- Now to November 5: Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, Pennsburg;
“From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” featuring Jamee Pemberton’s quilts. Note: Jamee Pemberton will be presenting a trunk show at our HIH Guild Meeting on November 12, 2026. - October 2 -3: The Berks Quilters Guild holds its biennial “Heart of Berks” Quilt Show at the Leesport Farmers Market, located at 312 Gernants Church Road, Leesport, PA 19533Rd. Leesport, PA 19533 www.berksquiltersguild.org
- October 3; Quilts of Valor Sewing at the Middlefield Smithfield Cultural Center in East Stroudsburg, 10-3; For more information, call Bern – 908-547-9803
- October 3 & Monthly: Sip & Stitch, Allentown Art Museum; 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month; Come gather with fellow sewing, crocheting, knitting, and quilting enthusiasts every first Saturday of the month for a relaxing and inspiring day. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, this is a perfect opportunity to share ideas, swap tips, and enjoy the company of like-minded crafters.
Bring your latest project—be it a cozy scarf, a vibrant quilt, or anything in between—and work on it in a warm and welcoming environment. Sip on a cup of coffee, meet new friends, and get inspired by the beautiful work happening around you. - October 9-10: Keystone Quilters Quilt Guild – 2026 Quilt Show [email protected]
- Oct. 10: Craft Fair & Quilt Sale, Laurys Station, PA St. John’s United Church of Christ, 1415 Rising Sun Road. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Handmade crafts, quilt sale, and quilt giveaway/raffle. For more information: church office at (610) 262-8061 or via their Official Website for more details.
- October 16-17: Quilts in the Mill; Presented by the Courthouse Quilters Guild in Prallsville Mills, 33 Risler St., Stockton, NJ. For more information, visit https://www.courthousequilters.org/home/quilt-show
- October 16-17: The Valley Forge Homestead Quilters Guild show takes place at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 132 E. Valley Forge Road, King of Prussia, PA; Admission $10
- October 16-18: Every Quilt Tells a Story; Presented by South Shore Stitchers Quilt Guild at the Upper Township Community Center, 1790 Route 50, Tuckahoe, NJ. For more information, visit http://www.southshorestitchers.com/.
- October 23-November 7: Eastern PA Shop Hop – Theme / Fabric:“Harvest Beauty” line by Benartex (featuring 22 prints and 10 Shadow Blush prints); Cost: $8 for the tote bag, passport, and a quilt block kit. Hours / Days: Most shops are closed on Sundays, except for American Ribbon and 118 Fabrics. Participating Shops: 118 Fabrics & More, American Ribbon, The Quilted Crow, Sue’s Quilt Creations, Scheetz Sew Creative, Canyon Country, Our Generations, Wooden Bridge, Bernina Sew In Stitches
- APQS Road Show: Lancaster, PA, Oct. 28 and Drexel Hill, PA, Oct. 29. These aren’t quilt shows, there are demonstrations and hands-on exploration of APQS longarms, including the new 26-inch Tilly.
- November 6-8: Fall Harvest of Quilts, Pleasant Valley Community Firehall in Westminster, MD
- November 13 – December 13: Art Quilters Celebrated Independence, New Hope, PA; for more information, visit https://www.phillipsmill.org/art/saqa-art-quilt-exhibition
- Newtown Quilters’ Guild Quilt Show — Newtown, PA — Nov. 14–15. More than 100 member quilts, vendors, boutique, food and “Aunt Sukie’s Attic,” with used fabric and sewing supplies. Free parking. This is almost tailor-made for a guild newsletter listing. Newtown Quilters’ Guild
- November 20-12: MAIN LINE QUILTERS 2026 QUILT SHOW, Saint Luke Lutheran Church, 203 N. Valley Forge Rd, Devon, PA; Doors Open: Friday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- April 16-17, 2027: 44th Anniversary Showcase of Quilts XX, Collegeville, PA; For more information: www.homemakerscountryquilters.org or [email protected]
- May 1, 2027: Airing of the Quilts, Palmerton, PA