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Schoolhouse Quilters Raffle
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Schoolhouse Quilters Raffle
Enter the raffle to win the stunning sashiko quilt.
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This quilt, Tonbo, won second prize in the Group Quilt category at the Brookfield show.
- This quilt, Tonbo, won second prize in the Group Quilt category at the Brookfield show.
Win a stunning sashiko quilt and support The Lady Musgrave Trust
Don’t miss your chance to own ‘Tonbo’, a stunning quilt hand-stitched by the generous and talented Schoolhouse Quilters of Kenmore. This unique piece showcases the traditional Japanese art of sashiko stitching – and could be yours for just $2.00 per ticket!
All proceeds from the raffle will benefit The Lady Musgrave Trust, helping young women experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness.
Raffle details:
- Price: $2.00 per ticket
- Raffle draw date: 26 November 2024 (online sales close on 4 November 2024)
- Notification: The winner will be notified by phone or email
The making of the quilt
The sashiko quilt kit was generously donated by Sue Howie of Indigo Niche. Sashiko, a traditional stitching technique, has been used for centuries to repair and embellish clothing. This beautiful quilt, Tonbo – which means ‘dragonfly’ in Japanese – is a result of a collaborative effort by 25 dedicated members of the Schoolhouse Quilters.
- Hand stitching: The sashiko blocks were meticulously hand-stitched by our members.
- Design and assembly: The quilt’s original layout was a collaborative project, featuring a red peeper border to contrast with the indigo blocks.
- Machine quilting: The quilt was machine quilted with an intricate dragonfly design by Linda Graham (Quilted by Linda) to complement the dragonfly-themed backing fabric.
Tonbo took over a year to complete, and has been appraised by Queensland Quilters with a replacement value of $3,690. This stunning quilt won second prize in the Group Quilt category at the Brookfield Show, and will be proudly entered into this year’s Ekka.
See Tonbo in person
Don’t miss your opportunity to view Tonbo at the Quilts Across Queensland display during the 2024 Ekka. Admire the beautiful craftsmanship and detail that went into this amazing quilt!
Enter the raffle today and help make a difference in the lives of young women in need.