*This giveaway is now closed, and the winner is Yvonne. Congrats!*
In case you haven't heard of the Quilt Alliance, they are a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving quilt stories. Some of their programs include Go Tell It at the Quilt Show! (see my interview here as an example), Quilters Save Our Stories, National Quilting Day, and their annual fundraiser contest, for which I recently made "In The Wind."
Quilters Take Manhattan is a 3-day long annual fundraising extravaganza (this is its 6th year!) running from September 23-25. Most of the events are sold out now, including the Saturday main event, which features Mary Fons as the emcee and speakers Kaffe Fassett and Dr. Carolyn L. Mazloomi. Plus, my friend and fellow guild member Meg Cox is leading a special scavenger hunt through Manhattan, just for quilters. Doesn't that just sound like a great time?
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You can win a Moda Home Ticket ($35 value), which includes this beautiful bag packed with samples and special treats (fabric, notions, etc.) from the QTM Sponsors. You will also receive an email link to several of the events, including the infamous Quilt Match Challenge and Sunday with Sponsors! You'll feel like you're there!
Here's what was in last year's bag!
Details: This drawing is open to all, but international winners are responsible for any customs fees that may be charged when shipment enters their country. You must leave an email address to win (or have an email address linked to your posting account). The giveaway will close at 10 PM EST on Sunday, 9/11, and I will choose a winner using the Random Number Generator, then email them.
- For 1 chance to win, leave me a comment about how you label your quilts (if you don't, you can say that!). I've been using premade tags lately but I'm planning to go on a labeling spree this fall/winter. I've been on such a quilt-finishing roll that I've let this very important detail slide! At least I document everything on my blog, right?
- For a 2nd chance, subscribe to my bimonthly free newsletter, The Wonky Press, and leave a comment to let me know. I work hard to pack it full of exclusive editorials, links, and content related to the modern quilting world. It's coming up on its one year anniversary - they'll be a giveaway for readers next month!
You can hop to these other fantastic blogs for more chances to win, and you can purchase a Moda Home Ticket if you just can't wait! Good luck!
I also hope you'll click over to the Quilt Alliance's new website to see more of what they're all about. It's an organization worth supporting. We need to preserve quilt stories!
Quilters Take Manhattan Blog Hop
Day 1 - Monday, September 5
Chris Dodsley @made by ChrissieD
Pat Sloan
AccuQuilt
Day 2 - Tuesday, September 6
Victoria Findlay Wolfe @VFW Quilts
Erin Sampson - Aurifil @Auribuzz
Freespirit Fabric
Day 3 - Wednesday, September 7
Moda Fabrics @Moda Cutting Table
Denyse Schmidt on Instagram @dsquilts
Debbie Jeske @A Quilter's Table
Day 4 - Thursday, September 8
Jacquie Gering @tallgrass prairie studio
Jessica Skultety @Quilty Habit
Day 3 - Wednesday, September 7
Moda Fabrics @Moda Cutting Table
Denyse Schmidt on Instagram @dsquilts
Debbie Jeske @A Quilter's Table
Day 4 - Thursday, September 8
Jacquie Gering @tallgrass prairie studio
Jessica Skultety @Quilty Habit
Gotham Quilts @Fabric Nerd
Day 5 - Friday, September 9
Kim Niedzwiecki @my go-go life
Leslie Tucker Jenison
Day 5 - Friday, September 9
Kim Niedzwiecki @my go-go life
Leslie Tucker Jenison
John Kubiniec @Big Rig Quilting
I like to get creative with labels. If I have a trial block I use that or I make a heart or something special for the corner.
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ReplyDeleteI usually fold a 5-6" solid square of fabric in half diagonally and use my machine embroidery letters to write my name, date, and other info such as the pattern name. This then gets sewn into the corner with the binding step.
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ReplyDeleteI've just started labeling my quilts . I will be busy this winter !
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ReplyDeleteI have some unexciting printed labels I use sometimes, other times I make a fabric label with pertinent information, sometimes I leave the label off (bad quilter!). I've seen some of the custom printed labels that are available online and think I really ought to get some and become more consistent about adding labels.
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ReplyDeleteTo label my quilts, I use an extra fine point Sharpie and write directly on the backing! Not possible to tear that label off!!
ReplyDeleteI make my own labels - somtimes I embroider them :) thank you!
ReplyDeleteI make a label that I sew into a corner on the back of the quilt. I write the quilt name, year, and my name on the label with colored fabric pens. Sometimes I draw a design on the label or embellish it with embroidery thread. I have even made a label to reflect the theme of the quilt. For example, I made a baseball themed quilt and the label looked like home plate.
ReplyDeleteOh I wish I would label my Quilts right as I finish them! I set them aside to admire and go on to the next. I am selling one so I have a label on the back made from the same appliques I used on the front. I just haven't written on it yet! Others I have made a small square and used the embroidery function on my machine to put my name on it. I have dabbled with a couple of different ideas but haven't found what I like best yet. anitalynette.simmons@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteI'm trying to do better. I purchased a label from Etsy for the quilt I made for my son's wedding, but mostly I just use my name and date. Thanks for the giveaway. grinnie1961 at gmail dot com
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ReplyDeleteSometimes I label my quilts. When I do, I cut a square and fold it in triangular shape and sew two sides while sewing the binding on. Then I just have to hand stitch the top. sandi1100@yahoo.com
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ReplyDeleteI always sew on a small label that I ordered with my name on it. If it's a bigger project, I like to add a label with the date and to/from. I figure if it's worth making, it's worth giving credit to the maker!
ReplyDeleteWell, I 'm a beginner quilter-but with two quilt tops finished & one being quilted, I plan to label each & eveyone of them. I bought a book, which includes several ideas for quilty labels, which I plan on trying.
ReplyDeleteSometimes I label, sometimes I don't. When I do, my favorite method is the corner triangle truck that cuts down on the amount of hand sewing. Thanks for offering this chance to win!!
ReplyDeleteI confess to not labeling unless it's a Quilts for Kids quilt for which the pre-printed label is provided.
ReplyDeleteI have just started labeling my quilts (when I remember or if it's a special gift), I love the premade labels, but handmade messages are also really nice (and I don't have to invest in lots of labels!).
ReplyDeleteI label my quilts with just my name and the year.
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ReplyDeletei make labels for my quilts on my computer and also hand letter preprinted labels from etsy.
ReplyDeleteI usually write on the back with my name, city, date, quilt name, quilter and recipient.
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ReplyDeleteI don't label. Oops...
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I vacillate between doing really well labeling by either stitching a label into the backing or appliqueing it down or not labeling at all. I have been thinking that ordering some fabric labels to stitch into the binding might be worth trying...
ReplyDeleteAnd I am subscribed (and love receiving) your newsletter! :)
ReplyDeleteI've done different things over the years. A couple of times I've made my label on the computer, ironed fabric onto a sheet of printer-friendly freezer paper, and printed the label directly onto the fabric. But not every printer can handle that, I've found! For my most recent quilts, I've printed the label onto paper, ironed the fabric onto freezer paper, and then traced the letters onto the fabric with a Micron pen (very fine with permanent ink). I've also written freehand with the Micron pen, on a label or the back of the quilt, and once I even embroidered the name of the quilt on the back with one of the color-changing threads I'd used in the quilting.
ReplyDeleteI'm working on finishing my first quilt, so no label yet. Hand stitched of some sort. 24Tangent@gmail.com
ReplyDeletei find i like the corner tri-angle label
ReplyDeletePretty quilt, looks like leaves blowing in the breeze. Signed up for your newsletter. 24Tangent@gmail.com
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I do use the pre-made blank label, sewing them onto the back of my quilts. Thanks for sharing. This event sounds so fun!
ReplyDeleteI am a big believer in labeling- always with quilt name, my name, and date. Most of mine of handmade - triangle shaped sewn into the corner.
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ReplyDeleteI'm subscribed!! (already !!! :) ) churcae(at)auburn(dot)edu
ReplyDeleteI make my onwn labels up but lately I have been looking at premade ones.....they look so elegant!!! I usually have my name, name of the quilt, date and any other info thats relevant on the hand made label! churcae(at)auburn(dot)edu
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I usually write my name and date completed on quilts. For a special gift quilt I often add more (occasion etc). I am considering buying some premade labels. I am also considering making some labels up ahead of time so each can be written on with permanent pen and attached.
ReplyDeleteUSUALLY MAKE MY OWN LABELS: A HEART WITH NAMES+DATE! THANKS FOR SHARING!
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ReplyDeleteI label my quilts and document quilt name and pattern, my name and date completed and location made, longarm quilter name and location and quilt pattern, recipient's name and occasion for the gift.
ReplyDeleteI machine-embroider my quilt labels after finishing and stitch to the back!
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I now signed up for the Wonky express !
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I try to label all my quilts, although some do slip through. I usually put my name, date, city and sometimes why it was made,i.e a class project, baby quilt, etc.
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ReplyDeleteSince I sell my quilts, I do add a name label. On the larger ones, I add another label that tells more, like the reason for making it, the fabric group, etc. I add the occasion if it's a gift.
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ReplyDeleteI label my quilts with a printed label from my computer with the name of the quilt, pieced and quilted by and the date completed! mburnette912@bellsouth.net
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ReplyDeleteI do label my quilts, since my memory and record-keeping are so bad. I don't label those I do for donation, though. I already get your newsletter, and really enjoy it!!
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I do put a label on my quilts...my name & date. Know should add more...but usually give to frinds & family..& they already know me lol Promise to do better :D
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I mostly just label quilts that I give as gifts.
ReplyDeleteI use permanent markers.
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ReplyDeleteI don't label my charity quilts but I do label the ones I give to family using a frixion pen. Thanks for offering the giveaway cknapp3626(at)sbcglobal(dot)net
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ReplyDeleteI have premade labels made with 'sewmcsweeney' that I use
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I usually put a small label that I print on fabric with my inkjet printer, listing my name, city and date of quilt finish. If it is a personal quilt, I use a permanent marker to hand write a small note.
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The quilts I have made I've embroidered the name of who it is for and the date. Nothing more formal than that.
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I seldom label my quilt. Thanks for the chance to win.
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ReplyDeleteI don't label or sign anything!
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but I did sign up for your newsletter!
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Oh I already get your newsletter.♥️ It is the only one I read.
ReplyDeleteI label my quilts with a BIG BLACK MARKER, extra chubby tip.
ReplyDeleteIt looks great and everyone can see it from across the room
If I label, I use a fine point permanent quilt marker and do my own label.
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ReplyDeleteI do not yet label my quilts.
ReplyDeleteI had some personalized label pre-made (which I can't remember from where - it's the place you can design your own fabric) and I have some I bought. I write the date, who the quilt is for, when I finished it and the pattern name and maker if there's enough room.
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ReplyDeleteI like to label my quilts with a folded square on the corner.
ReplyDeleteI machine embroidery the information on my quilt labels. I add hearts or flowers for decor. rozz01 at cox dot com
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ReplyDeleteThe way I sign my quilts is with thread in a stylized stitch design of my initials and the last two numbers of the year.
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ReplyDeleteI haven't labeled a quilt yet, but I guess I would put my name and the year when I do decide to label them lol
ReplyDeleteI really dislike labeling quilts but when I do I take a picture of the quilt and print it on a label with the usual pertinent information. I was at the 2015 Quiltcon wish I'd known you then!
ReplyDeleteI started labeling my quilts about a year ago! I use a fabric pen and write on a scrap of fabric typically, then I stitch it on by hand to the back. I'd love to have some fancier printed labels, but my handwritten ones are serving me well and help me slow down when I'm rushing to finish things up. :)
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ReplyDeleteSometimes I forget to put a label on my quilts but if I remember it is a premade label. (maryrakron@aol.com)
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ReplyDeleteI just started to label my quilts. I make my own using my printer.
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ReplyDeleteI started out being a good little quilter and making labels for my quilts. But I've fallen by the wayside. This weekend, my daughter and I were going through my surplus quilts and she wanted to take some but she wants me to label them (and put the date made....uh oh!). Time to do some research!!!
ReplyDeleteI've been reading your Wonky Press Newsletter ever since the first issue and look forward to getting it every month or so!! Thanks.
ReplyDeleteI have used preprinted quilt labels, but now will take a muslin square, border it with fabric from the quilt, write the appropriate information with indelible ink, and hand sew it on the back left lower corner. Ideally I'd do this before I quilt the quilt, but more often end up forgetting till the quilt is done!
ReplyDeleteI haven't been labeling my quilts. I need to get some premade labels to make it easier.
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ReplyDeleteI always do a little red tag on the binding in the lower right hand corner of my quilts. It's my little signature. But if i make a quilt for someone in my family or something, I will stitch a little note and sew it onto the back. Usually "For _________. Love Rose." and the year.
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I draw a little label on coordinating solid fabric. I include all the pertinent information and some embellishments. Then I stitch it to the back before I quilt the quilt.
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ReplyDeleteI do not label table runners and wall quilts. I know that I should. Large quilts get a label with name, date, title and any other info I want to include.
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ReplyDeleteThank you for a fabulous giveaway. I never label my quilts, although I do tell the recipient the name of the quilt. x
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ReplyDeleteWhen I label my quilts, I include the quilt's name, its inspiration, the person for whom it was made, my name, our town, and the date. Example, "Fancy Fox Quilt, made in memory of our sweet Mavis, by Beth Talmage, Clatskanie, OR ~ 2016 ~ "
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ReplyDeleteI do label my quilts. Always! It could be as simple as "Made especially for ... by ...) to something more elaborate like I did on my husband's West Coast Choppers quilt (quilt name, made especially for ..., picture of us, date, designed/created by, quilted by). I sometimes commemorate the event (ie: Happy Birthday). If time is limited before presenting quilt, I only sign my name and include the date.
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I am new to quilting, i did label a quilt i made for my dad i wrote a note on a piece of mslin i attached to the back thanking him for being such a wonderful father i used a micron pen to write the note and i also signed and dated it. I have a couple other quilts i just finished and need to label, i will most likely use a piece of muslin again and a micron pen when i do those.
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Sigh. I'm one of those that don't label. I think about it and that's as far as I ever get.
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ReplyDeleteI am new to quilting, i did label a quilt i made for my dad i wrote a note on a piece of mslin i attached to the back thanking him for being such a wonderful father i used a micron pen to write the note and i also signed and dated it. I have a couple other quilts i just finished and need to label, i will most likely use a piece of muslin again and a micron pen when i do those.
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I don't label very often. When I do I use my machine to embroider the information onto the back of the binding.
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ReplyDeleteI've only labeled a few but I've just written on a piece of fabric using an indelible fabric pen and sewed it in place. I really should do better!
ReplyDeletei don't label my quilts.
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ReplyDeleteUsually i have my Long armer embroidery a label for the quilt which i hand stitch on when binding. I'd love to create my own tho...
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Jess I subscribe by email, occasionally read you on Bloglovin too>
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I use labels that I ordered with my name or Grammy or Auntie depending on who the quilt is for. I have had some online quilty friends embroider me some labels also. I do not label my charity quilts but the ones to friends and family I label.
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I usually label with a Sharpie but need to upgrade the labels!
ReplyDeleteI just write on some fabric and stitch around it to attach it to the quilt. Once I wrote on teh quilt itself!
ReplyDeleteI generally make a label out of plain fabric and label with a Sharpie. I don't really like the labels but I do want to label the quilts. I keep looking for a better way.
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