Digital buyer journeys
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Event overview
Overview
The Australasian Quilt Convention is Australia's premier quilting event, taking place from April 15 to 18, 2027 at the Royal Exhibition Building in Melbourne. This four-day convention features a stunning quilt show, showcasing the latest fabrics, patterns, and machines.
Attendees can participate in a variety of classes led by top tutors, making it an essential event for quilting enthusiasts and professionals alike. Australasian Quilt Convention takes place in Melbourne, AU.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: The Australasian Quilt Convention runs from April 15-18, 2027 at the Royal Exhibition Building, Melbourne.
- 2Scale and Focus: This premier quilting event features a magnificent quilt show, the latest fabrics, patterns, machines, and a variety of classes.
- 3Organiser: The event is organized by Expertise Events, known for hosting quality exhibitions in the crafting space.
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include quilting enthusiasts, fabric retailers, and textile artists looking to network and learn.
- 5Entry / Access: Tickets are available online and at the door, with a range of classes and workshops offered throughout the event.
Why visit
AQC returns to the Royal Exhibition Building in Carlton Gardens from 15-18 April 2027, and the case for going is the pairing of a taught programme with a floor you can actually shop: multi-day workshops and lectures with Australian and visiting tutors, a hung quilt exhibition you can study stitch by stitch, and a merchant hall of fabric bolts, longarm and domestic machines, threads, battings, rulers and kits.
Why exhibit
Exhibitors gain visibility among a targeted audience of quilting enthusiasts and professionals, providing an excellent opportunity to showcase new products and innovations. The event fosters connections with potential customers and partners, enhancing business growth and brand recognition. Meet qualified buyers and partners including Quilt fabric manufacturers showcasing their latest collections, Sewing machine brands demonstrating new technology, Suppliers of quilting tools.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Patchwork and quiltmakers, from first-quilt beginners to show-judged exhibitors
Longarm and midarm machine quilters comparing frames, carriage systems and pantographs
Domestic-machine free-motion quilters and ruler-work practitioners
Hand stitchers working in English paper piecing, applique, embroidery and big-stitch quilting
Textile artists working in surface design, dyeing, felting and mixed media
Quilt-shop owners and buyers sourcing fabric ranges, notions and class kits
Guild and sewing-group organisers booking tutors and arranging group visits
Teachers, pattern designers and sample-makers scouting new techniques
Garment sewists and bag makers who cross over into quilt-weight fabrics
Exhibition visitors and collectors who come for the hung quilts and daily floor demonstrations
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Patchwork and quilting fabric distributors showing current and pre-release collections
Sewing machine and longarm dealers running live stitching demonstrations
Thread, batting and wadding suppliers across cotton, wool, bamboo and polyester
Rulers, templates, rotary cutters and longarm tooling manufacturers
Pattern houses, book publishers and kit makers selling to makers and shops
Haberdashery and notion wholesalers: pins, needles, zips, scissors, thimbles
Textile-art suppliers: dyes, paints, stabilisers, wool roving, felt and embellishments
Sewing furniture, task lighting and ergonomic equipment brands
Guilds, associations, magazines and quilting education providers
Artisan vendors selling finished quilts, bags, wearable art and small handmade gifts
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Quilting cotton and wide-back fabrics
Pre-cuts: fat quarters, layer cakes, jelly rolls and charm packs
Batting and wadding in cotton, wool, bamboo and polyester blends
Longarm and midarm quilting machines, frames and carriage systems
Domestic sewing machines, overlockers and embroidery units
Free-motion quilting feet, ruler feet and acrylic templates
Rotary cutters, self-healing mats, rulers and cutting tables
Threads, bobbins, needles and stabilisers
Patterns, books, magazines and block-of-the-month programmes
Quilt kits, sample packs and pre-assembled project bundles
Hand-sewing notions: pins, clips, thimbles and betweens needles
Applique, English paper piecing and hand-stitch supplies
Textile art materials: dyes, fabric paints, wool roving, felt and embellishments
Sewing furniture, task lighting, chairs and storage
Finished quilts, bags, wearable art and artisan gifts
Longarm quilting services, quilting software and digital design files
Location & Facilities
Venue
Royal Exhibition Building
Carlton Gardens, Melbourne
Facilities
Parking
Melbourne Exhibition Centre basement car park: 1,060 undercover spaces managed by Wilson Parking, entrance off Normanby Road (2.2 m height limit). Weekend flat rate about AUD 20; weekday drive-up hourly from about AUD 18 (4+ hours about AUD 66). Can reach capacity early on busy show days - arrive early or use tram from the CBD.
1,060 spaces · A$66.00/day
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Melbourne Exhibition Centre basement car park: 1,060 undercover spaces managed by Wilson Parking, entrance off Normanby Road (2.2 m height limit). Weekend flat rate about AUD 20; weekday drive-up hourly from about AUD 18 (4+ hours about AUD 66). Can reach capacity early on busy show days - arrive early or use tram from the CBD.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Royal Exhibition Building for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Event days & opening times
DayOpening hours
:10:00 AM – 4:00 PM daily
Who runs the show
Organisers
exhibitors across the show floor at the Australasian Quilt Convention
Organiser
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Melbourne, AU
Why it matters
On 2027-04-15 to 2027-04-18, Australasian Quilt Convention in Melbourne covering Quilting fabrics and materials, Sewing machines and accessories, Quilting tools and gadgets, Patterns and design resourc gives construction buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · AUD
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)
Primary international and domestic gateway. SkyBus runs a frequent city service to Southern Cross Station, from where a tram or a 20-25 minute walk reaches Carlton Gardens. Allow extra time on weekday mornings
about 25 km (15.5 mi) by road
to venue
about 25-40 minutes by car, taxi or rideshare depending on traffic
by car
Avalon Airport
Secondary airport south-west of the city, used by limited domestic low-cost services. Check that your airline actually flies there before booking, and budget for a longer transfer or the Avalon SkyBus service
about 54 km (34 mi) by road
to venue
about 45-60 minutes by car
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Atlantis Hotel
4-star
Melbourne CBDUSD 150–190 / night
Reliable mid-range CBD base within a short tram ride of Carlton Gardens. Ask for a quieter room away from the street and confirm whether breakfast is included in your rate.
ibis Melbourne Central
4-star
Melbourne CBDUSD 150–190 / night
Capture lists 19% below-usual pricing and a 4.3 guest rating, with free Wi-Fi, paid parking, fitness centre, bar and restaurant. Central location makes a tram or a 25-30 minute walk to the Royal Exhibition Building practical.
Mercure Melbourne City Centre
4-star
Melbourne CBDUSD 150–190 / night
Capture shows 19% below-usual pricing and a 3.6 guest rating, with paid parking, restaurant, room service, airport shuttle and laundry. Useful if you are shipping fabric purchases and need laundry or longer-stay services.
ibis budget Melbourne CBD
3-star
Melbourne CBDUSD 95–122 / night
Budget option in the capture with a 3.4 guest rating. Rooms are compact, so it suits a solo buyer doing one or two days on the floor rather than a team with sample stock.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
airport bus (SkyBus City Express)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forMelbourne Airport (MEL) terminals to Southern Cross Station, then tram or walk to Carlton Gardens
SkyBus departs frequently from outside the terminals and runs to Southern Cross Station. From there, take a city tram or walk 20-25 minutes to the Royal Exhibition Building. Confirm current fares and timetables on skybus.com.au.
taxi
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forMelbourne Airport (MEL) taxi rank to Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton Gardens
About 25 km and 25-40 minutes depending on traffic. Use the official rank outside the terminal rather than accepting an unmarked approach, and confirm the meter is running before you leave.
rideshare
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forMelbourne Airport (Tullamarine) (MEL) to Royal Exhibition Building
Rideshare pickup at Tullamarine is signed from the terminals. Surge pricing is common on Friday afternoons and during major events, so compare the app quote with the taxi rank before choosing.
tram (Yarra Trams)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forCBD hotels to Royal Exhibition Building / Carlton Gardens via Nicholson Street
Routes 86 and 96 run along Nicholson Street past Carlton Gardens. Touch on and off with myki or an accepted contactless card. Check whether your stop is inside the Free Tram Zone before relying on it.
train (Metro Trains)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forParliament or Melbourne Central station to Royal Exhibition Building on foot
Parliament station is roughly a 15-minute walk via the CBD edge and Fitzroy Gardens. Melbourne Central is a similar distance on the other side of the CBD. Both are useful when trams are crowded during the show.
airport bus (Avalon)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forAvalon Airport (AVV) to Southern Cross Station
The Avalon city service takes around 60-75 minutes depending on traffic. Confirm the timetable against your flight, since Avalon has a thin schedule compared with Tullamarine.
taxi
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forAvalon Airport (AVV) to Royal Exhibition Building
About 54 km and 45-60 minutes by road. Only worth it if your flight lands at Avalon and your timetable rules out waiting for the coach service.
parking
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forRoyal Exhibition Building and Carlton Gardens precinct
There is no large dedicated public car park at the Royal Exhibition Building. Street parking around Carlton Gardens is metered and time-limited, and nearby commercial car parks fill early on show days. Confirm event-day rates and height limits before driving in.
Weather
The show falls in mid-autumn. Melbourne in April typically sees daytime highs near 20-21°C and overnight lows near 11°C, with rain on roughly 10-12 days of the month and about 50-60 mm total. Conditions change quickly: a mild sunny morning can turn cool, windy and showery by mid-afternoon, and the heritage halls can be cool early in the day. Pack layers and a compact rain jacket, and check the forecast in the week before travel. Treat these as seasonal norms rather than a forecast for 15-18 April 2027.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Mobile coverage in central Melbourne is strong across the major Australian networks, and 5G is widely available in the CBD and Carlton. Travellers from overseas should check roaming costs or buy a local prepaid SIM or eSIM on arrival at Melbourne Airport; a passport is normally required for Australian SIM registration. Public Wi-Fi is common in hotels and CBD venues but should not be relied on for live point-of-sale or demo machines on the show floor, so exhibitors should order a wired or dedicated connection through the venue contractor if transactions depend on it. Australia uses 230V at 50Hz with Type I sockets, so bring a suitable adapter or transformer for anything that is not dual voltage.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Greetings and manners
Australian business and retail interactions are informal: first names are normal, and a friendly hello is expected before you launch into a transaction. Queueing is taken seriously at cafes, tram stops and cloakrooms.
Tipping
Tipping is not expected in Australian cafes, taxis or hotels. Rounding up or leaving a small amount for good table service is welcome but optional, and card terminals may prompt for a tip that you can skip.
Coffee and food culture
Melbourne takes coffee seriously, and the CBD and Carlton are dense with cafes. Lunch is often a quick counter meal rather than a long break, so plan your class schedule around a short walk to nearby food rather than expecting a long sit-down inside the venue.
Trams and etiquette
Trams are part of daily life here. Move down the aisle, keep bags off the seats, and touch on and off with myki. Trams can be crowded around Carlton Gardens during the show, so allow extra time and let passengers off before boarding.
Payment and cash
Card and contactless payment are near-universal, including at market stalls, but a small amount of cash is useful for tiny notion purchases or if a vendor's terminal loses signal. Prices already include GST, so the shelf price is what you pay.
Weather and dress
Melbourne's autumn weather shifts through the day. Locals dress in layers and carry a light rain jacket rather than an umbrella in crowded halls. Comfortable closed shoes matter on the heritage floors and in class rooms.
Quiet hours and respect
The exhibition quilts are often lent by their makers. Keep voices low near the hangings, do not touch fabric or lean on frames, and ask before photographing a quilt, a stand or a tutor's sample.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: MEL
Fares captured for 15 April 2027 departures are indicative only and include taxes and fees for one adult on the stated routing. Captured examples include London (LHR) to Melbourne (MEL) from about A$1,973 with one stop via Dubai at roughly 22 hr 35 min, New York (JFK) to Melbourne from about A$2,165 with one stop via Doha at roughly 28 hr 50 min, and Tokyo (NRT) to Melbourne from about A$1,035 with one stop via Manila, against about A$1,399 for the nonstop Qantas option. One-stop routings through Gulf or Asian hubs are the norm from Europe and the US east coast. Re-check schedules and prices closer to departure, allow a full day of buffer before your first class, and book the international and domestic legs on one ticket where possible so a missed connection is protected.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) (MEL): about 25-40 minutes by car, taxi or rideshare depending on traffic; Avalon Airport (AVV): about 45-60 minutes by car. Allow road or rail time to Royal Exhibition Building; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Royal Exhibition Building: Melbourne CBD: Atlantis Hotel; Melbourne CBD: ibis Melbourne Central; Melbourne CBD: Mercure Melbourne City Centre.
Ride-hail: Uber, DiDi and Ola all operate in Melbourne, and taxis can be hailed at ranks or booked through 13cabs. For the Royal Exhibition Building, set the pickup and drop-off point on Nicholson Street at Carlton Gardens rather than the Carlton Gardens interior paths. Airport pickups at Tullamarine must use the signed rideshare zone. Expect surge pricing on Friday afternoons, during major CBD events, and when the show closes for the day, so compare the app quote with the taxi rank before committing. Fares to the CBD from the airport are approximate and depend on traffic and tolls.
Public transit: Melbourne's tram network is the simplest way to reach Carlton Gardens: routes 86 and 96 run along Nicholson Street past the Royal Exhibition Building. Parliament station on the City Loop is roughly a 15-minute walk away, and Melbourne Central is a similar distance through the CBD. Trains, trams and buses all use myki; touch on at the start of each journey and touch off on trains and buses. Check whether your stop sits inside the Free Tram Zone before assuming the trip is free, and use the Transport Victoria journey planner to check timetables and any planned disruptions on the day. Allow extra time during the morning peak and around the show's opening hour.
Parking: Melbourne Exhibition Centre basement car park: 1,060 undercover spaces managed by Wilson Parking, entrance off Normanby Road (2.2 m height limit). Weekend flat rate about AUD 20; weekday drive-up hourly from about AUD 18 (4+ hours about AUD 66). Can reach capacity early on busy show days - arrive early or use tram from the CBD.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: April 2027 (mid-autumn in Melbourne)
Temperature: Typical April days: highs around 20-21°C (68-70°F), lows around 11°C (52°F); a warm spell can reach the mid-20s and a cold front can push nights into single figures
Seasonality: Mid-autumn is changeable rather than reliably wet or dry. Melbourne averages roughly 50-60 mm of rain across about 10-12 rain days in April, often as short passing showers rather than all-day rain. Expect cool mornings, mild afternoons, and a noticeable drop in temperature once the sun goes down.
Packing: Pack layers you can add and remove through the day: a light merino or fleece mid-layer, a compact waterproof shell, and comfortable closed shoes for heritage floors and long class sessions. Bring a foldable tote for fabric purchases, a small notebook for class notes, and a Type I power adapter for Australian sockets. If you are teaching or demonstrating, pack a power strip and check whether the venue supplies transformers for imported machines.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Australasian Quilt Convention usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Day 1
Book accommodation in the CBD or Carlton
Day 2
Confirm passport, visa or ETA
Day 3
Book flights into Melbourne
Day 4
Plan the airport transfer
Day 5
Set up myki or contactless payment
Day 6
Check the April forecast; Write a shopping list with measurements
Day 7
Pack for a class day
Day 8
Download transport apps and tickets
Day 9
Confirm class materials and machine arrangements
Day 10
Plan arrival before the doors open
Day 11
Lock in tickets and classes
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Royal Exhibition Building
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2Australasian Quilt Convention registration concourse
Royal Exhibition Building
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Royal Exhibition Building
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
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Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nightsA$190.00
- Per diem × 2A$150.00
Estimated totalA$340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether Australasian Quilt Convention fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
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For Australasian Quilt Convention, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
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visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Quilting fabrics and materials and Sewing machines and accessories solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Australasian Quilt Convention in Melbourne.
Min. budget
$815.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Quilting fabrics and materials and Sewing machines and accessories products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$3,667.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Melbourne show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
When and where is AQC 2027 being held?
AQC 2027 is scheduled for 15-18 April 2027 at the Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton Gardens, Melbourne. Check aqc.com.au for daily opening hours, as trade and class sessions can start before the public floor opens.
Is AQC trade-only or can anyone attend?
AQC is built around quilters and makers rather than a closed trade gate. Day entry and class bookings are sold to the public, and exhibitors also field wholesale enquiries from shop buyers. If you are buying for a store, contact the organiser or individual exhibitors ahead of the show to arrange an appointment.
Do I need to register in advance?
Plan to book online before you travel. Class places are limited and allocated by booking, and pre-registering avoids queueing at the door on the first morning. Confirm the current ticket and registration steps on aqc.com.au, since the organiser controls the release dates.
Are workshops and lectures included in the entry ticket?
Treat entry and classes as separate purchases unless the organiser states otherwise. Workshop places are usually ticketed individually with a materials list attached, so read the class description before booking and check whether a kit fee applies.
Can I buy fabric, machines and tools at the show?
Yes. The merchant floor is the core of the buying experience, with fabric distributors, machine dealers, thread and batting suppliers and notion sellers. Ask each exhibitor about show pricing, hold-and-collect arrangements and freight for anything too heavy to carry home.
Is there a quilt exhibition or competition?
AQC includes a hung exhibition of entered quilts, which is where you can study quilting density, colour placement and finishing up close. Entry deadlines and judging categories are set by the organiser, so check aqc.com.au if you plan to enter a quilt rather than just view one.
How do I get to the Royal Exhibition Building by public transport?
Trams on routes 86 and 96 run along Nicholson Street past Carlton Gardens, and Parliament station is roughly a 15-minute walk away. Melbourne uses the myki card for trains, trams and buses. Check whether your tram stop falls inside the Free Tram Zone before you travel.
Is there parking at the venue?
There is no large dedicated public car park attached to the Royal Exhibition Building, and street parking around Carlton Gardens is metered and time-limited. Nearby commercial car parks and the Melbourne Museum underground facility fill early on event days, so arrive before opening or use the tram.
Can I bring my own sewing machine to a class?
That depends on the class. Some sessions are taught on machines supplied by a dealer sponsor, while others ask you to bring a machine in working order plus a specific foot and needles. Read the materials list attached to your booking and confirm directly with the organiser if it is unclear.
Is the Royal Exhibition Building accessible?
The Royal Exhibition Building is a heritage venue with accessible entry and lift access to the main halls. Because classroom and exhibition layouts change year to year, contact the organiser in advance about step-free routes, seating in lecture rooms and any mobility needs during a workshop.
Can I photograph the quilts and exhibitor stands?
Always ask first. Individual quilt owners and exhibitors set their own rules, and some work is shown on the condition that it is not photographed. Respect signage in the exhibition area and credit makers if you share images.
What currency and payment methods do exhibitors take?
Prices are in Australian dollars. Most exhibitors accept major cards and contactless payment, but carry some cash for small notion purchases and for vendors with intermittent mobile coverage. Keep receipts if you plan to claim a GST refund under the Tourist Refund Scheme when leaving Australia.
Where do I find the class and floor schedule?
The organiser publishes the programme at aqc.com.au/schedule. Session times and room allocations are set by the organiser and can change close to the show, so re-check the timetable the week before you travel rather than relying on a saved copy.
Glossary
- AQC
- Shorthand for the Australasian Quilt Convention, the Melbourne quilting event held at the Royal Exhibition Building in Carlton Gardens.
- Quilt top
- The pieced or appliqued face of a quilt, completed before batting and backing are added.
- Quilt sandwich
- The three-layer stack of quilt top, batting and backing that is basted together before quilting.
- Batting (wadding)
- The middle layer that gives a quilt its loft and warmth; cotton, wool, bamboo and polyester blends drape and quilt differently.
- Longarm quilting
- Machine quilting on a frame-mounted machine with a long throat, where the head moves over a stationary quilt; suited to all-over patterns and large bed quilts.
- Midarm
- A frame-mounted machine sitting between a domestic machine and a full longarm in throat space and price.
- Free-motion quilting (FMQ)
- Dropping the feed dogs and moving the fabric by hand to stitch curved, non-straight-line designs on a domestic machine.
- Ruler work
- Using acrylic templates against a ruler foot to stitch straight lines and geometric designs on a domestic or frame-mounted machine.
- Stitch in the ditch
- Quilting exactly along a seam line so the stitching disappears into the piecing.
- English paper piecing (EPP)
- Hand piecing fabric over paper shapes such as hexagons and diamonds, then removing the papers; portable, accurate and popular for travel projects.
- Foundation paper piecing (FPP)
- Machine piecing onto a printed paper or stabiliser foundation to get sharp points and complex blocks.
- Applique
- Attaching a cut shape to a background fabric, either by hand with needle-turn or by machine with a raw-edge or fusible method.
- Half-square triangle (HST)
- Two triangles sewn into a square, the basic building block behind a large share of quilt designs.
- Fat quarter
- A quarter-yard cut opened out to roughly 46 x 56 cm; the standard unit for pre-cut bundles and class kits.
- Pre-cut bundle
- Coordinated fabric packs sold as layer cakes (10 inch squares), jelly rolls (2.5 inch strips) or charm packs (5 inch squares).
- Binding
- The folded strip of fabric that finishes the raw edge of a quilt.
- Design wall
- A flannel or batting-covered wall used to arrange blocks and audition fabric placement before sewing.
- Quilt judge
- The assessor who scores entered quilts on design, workmanship and quilting; judged work is what you see hung in the exhibition.
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