QuiltCon 2025: A Recap

I made my way to Phoenix, Arizona over a month ago to attend my 9th QuiltCon! It was enjoyable, though I went right back to work (my day job) after I got back and am finally getting around to this write up.

This year, I taught two different classes (twice) in 3 hour workshops focusing precision piecing and curved foundation paper piecing. I think my classes went well - the students learned which is the goal! The students were engaged and excited to be there, which is what I hope for.

Also this year, my 10 year old traveled with me to QuiltCon as a special vacation since she had a quilt in the show. My QuiltCon experience was a little different with a kid, but we did manage to get a reasonable amount of rest. The 10 year old was not as into seeing the quilts as I normally am, but she enjoyed the vacation aspects of QuiltCon - eating out, visiting vendors, missing school.

The Quilts

As usual, I enjoyed all the quilts in the show, although this year a bit faster than previous years. I didn't have as much time to soak them in as I would like - which is why I enjoy photo shares after the show.

Below is a snapshot of a few of the show quilts. Click through to the Instagram links to see the quilt titles and attribution!

The Quilt Category Breakdown

If you've followed me before, you know I've tracked QuiltCon categories throughout the years. Credit again goes to quilter Caroline Hadley and The Modern Quilt Guild for providing these numbers!

This year, I think there was a big jump in the fabric challenge category since the fabrics were a hit! Per the numbers, there was also a big increase in hand quilting.

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I was honored to receive two second place ribbons this year - in the piecing and fabric challenge category. It was such a delightful surprise and I'm honored to receive the special kudos!