2025 Quilt Entry Rules
South Florida Quilt Expo (SFQE) 2025 includes judged & exhibit only (non judged) quilts. Please read all rules carefully before filling out the online entry form. Entrants are welcome to enter as many quilts as they would like unless otherwise noted. Quilt entry is open to all quilters, unless otherwise noted in a specific category. Quilts must be made within the past 3 years.
GENERAL RULES
All quilters are eligible to enter quilts in the show – the number of entries per quilter is not limited.
Entry fees are reduced for members of the eight SFQE participating guilds.
Mail-in entrants are responsible for return postage and insurance if needed.
All entered quilts must meet the following requirements NO EXCEPTIONS
Consist of 3 layers (backing, batting, quilt top) joined together by stitching – hand tied quilts will not be accepted.
Made within the last 3 years
Have a finished edge such as binding or facing.
Preprinted panels must be incorporated as part of a larger quilt.
Have a 4” sleeve attached at the top of the quilt or 86” from the bottom of large quilts.
Have an identifying label. Labels must be covered for judging.
Each quilt must be in its own pillowcase with the entrant’s name, phone and/or email permanently attached to the pillowcase.
SFQE reserves the right to disqualify entries with incomplete or inaccurate entry forms or to reject any quilts that are in visibly poor condition, including but not limited to: torn fabrics, stains, strong odors, or unfinished.
All major contributors to the entered quilt should be identified – i.e., the block maker or makers, the piecer, the quilter, if applicable.
Entry fees are non-refundable, and all entered quilts must be received on or before (for mailed in entries) quilt collection day.
The decisions of the SFQE board and the judge are final.
SFQE does not discriminate against entrants on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, religion, national or ethnic origins, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other protected status.
Every effort will be made to display all quilts entered based on available space.
PHOTOS
Following the online entry process, entrants will be required to submit a photo- no exceptions. One photo of front of quilt. Once you receive your email receipt- please submit your photo with your order number in the subject field and email to Chairman@browardquiltexpo.com
RELEASE
By entering your quilt, you agree to the following conditions:
You have read and understand the entry rules and agree to abide by them.
SFQE reserves the right to disqualify any quilt that it deems to be misrepresented and winners will forfeit any ribbons and/or prizes. The entrant represents and warrants to SFQE that the entrant’s entry does not infringe upon, violate, or misappropriate any copyrighted or intellectual property.
SFQE has the right to use photographs of entries in the Showbook and social media sites.
SFQE is not responsible for loss or damage to any entered quilt. SFQE will make every effort to return the entered quilts in the condition in which they were received.
If desired, insurance for the quilt is the responsibility of the entrant.
FEES
The entry fee - $15 per quilt for SFQE guild members, $25 for non-members in all categories unless otherwise noted. The youth category is free entry. You may enter as many quilts, in any category, as you like. The entry fee is non refundable.
SELLING YOUR QUILT
You have the option to sell your quilt at SFQE. It must be indicated on the entry form. SFQE will handle the sales, collect and remit sales tax to the state, and take a 15% commission on sales. You must complete a consignment agreement for all prospective sales. Forms will be available at quilt collection and also available for download on our website.
IMPORTANT DATES
Quilt entries opens Sunday, Sept 1, 2024
Quilt entries closes Monday, January 20, 2025, Midnight EST- No exceptions
Quilt Collection Drop off is Thursday, January 30, 2025, 3-8 pm at Charles F. Dodge City Center, Pembroke Pines, FL 33025
Quilt return Monday March 10, 2025, 11–3 pm at Charles F. Dodge City Center, Pembroke Pines, FL 33025
MAILING YOUR QUILT - Quilts must be received by January 28, 2025, to this address:
South Florida Quilt Expo
9421 Belaire Drive
Miramar, FL 33025