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Delaware proclaims Jan. 22 Local Quilt Shop Day

January 15, 2022

In recognition of the importance of independent quilt shops to local economies, Saturday, Jan. 22, is proclaimed to be Local Quilt Shop Day throughout Delaware.

Local Quilt Shop Day is an annual arts celebration focusing on the rich tradition and history of quilting in local communities. This internationally celebrated observance emphasizes the importance of local quilt shops and their significant contributions to and economic impact on local communities.

Local quilt shops not only provide supplies for quilting, but also serve as centers of learning and creativity for quilters and sewers embracing quilting. Through this unique art form, communities and and their histories are stitched, layered and bound together.

Local Quilt Shop Day was established by the Fabric Shop Network, a trade association that represents more than 5,000 local quilt shop owners globally. To participate is easy. The network encourages members of the public to visit their local quilt shops in person or online Jan. 22. Local and state health guidelines should be followed. 

To learn more, go to fabshopnet.com.

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