New Contest with Project Linus

The fabrics below can be found in either of our stores. They are a part of a fabric line called Komfort Kids (also the name of the contest). The line was designed by Patrick Lose and manufactured by Avlyn spcifically for this contest.

Project Linus is a non-profit charity with the mission to provide love, a sense of security, warmth, and comfort to children who are seriously ill, traumatized, or in any need.

"Blanketeers" provide  new warm and washable handmade quilts, blankets, or afghans for children from 0-18. All sizes and styles are needed from receiving blankets to full-sized quilts.
  
Lakeshore Sewing is pleased to serve as a local drop-off point for Project Linus quilts and blankets.

Project Linus is also partnering with Avlyn Fabrics, HandiQuilter, The Warm Company, Superior Threads and Love of Quilting to announce a new upcoming quilt contest.

The contest includes three categories:
1) Artistic
2) Do the Most Good (Individual) and
3) Do the Most Good (Store Group or Guild)

One of contest requirements is that 85% of the fabric in the quilt tops must be from the new Komfort Kids line by Avlyn.

You can find more information at www.projectlinus.org

The information below is given from Project Linus

Komfort Kids Quilt Contest:
Rules & Prizes

Be sure to read this information carefully so that your submission(s) will qualify!

Where to Send Quilts

Project Linus National Headquarters
706 Oglesby Ave Ste 115
Normal IL 61761-4617

Contest Categories

1. Artistic
2. Do the Most Good (Individual)
3. Do the Most Good (Store Group or Guild)

Rules & Prizes

All Categories

The following apply to all categories:

• Quilt top(s) must be made of at least 85% of fabrics from Avlyn's Komfort Kids line
• Quilt(s) must be made of a top, backing and batting.
• Quilt(s) must be received by Project Linus National Headquarters no later than September 1, 2009 for judging/tallying.
• Quilts that smell of smoke or strong chemicals (including perfumed fabric softeners) or have pet hair on them cannot be accepted as they may produce severe allergic reactions in children. Unfortunately, washing these quilts does not always remove the problem. Please use a lint brush or roller on your quilts if they are covered with thread or lint. Don't attach buttons or decorative items to a quilt. They can be a choking hazard. Please make sure to read the additional rules for each category.

Artistic Category

The following apply only to the Artistic category:

• Quilts in this category will be judged on originality, design, and workmanship. The quilt must be at least 36" x 45" or larger. Quilt design must be original; it can not use any existing or published pattern.
• Prize: a cash prize of $250, an all-expense paid trip to Handiquilter's classroom in Utah for several days of instruction and quilting (a $1500 value), and an all-expense paid trip to International Quilt Market/Festival in Houston, a $900 value. The quilt (with complete instructions) will be featured in Fons & Porter’s Love of Quilting Magazine.

Do the Most Good (Individual) Category

The following apply only to the Do the Most Good (Individual) category:

• The person who donates the most quilts to Project Linus, using the Komfort Kids fabric, will win the contest. Quilts must be at least 36" x 45" and not larger than 60" x 80". Any quilt design can be used. A digital photo showing the applicant with all the quilts must be e-mailed to Project Linus at the time of submission.
• Prize: a cash prize of $200, and an all-expense paid trip to Handiquilter's classroom in Utah for several days of instruction and quilting (a $1500 value).

Do the Most Good (Store/Guild) Category

The following apply only to the Do the Most Good (Store/Guild) category:

• A store-sponsored group or a quilt guild can enter this contest. The group that donates the most quilts to Project Linus using the Komfort Kids Fabric will win. Quilts must be at least 36" x 45" and not larger than 60" x 80". Any quilt design can be used. A digital photo showing the group with all the quilts must be e-mailed to Project Linus at the time of submission.
• Prize: A cash prize of $200, a 2-day workshop sponsored by HandiQuilter at your location (a $1500 value), and a prize package of fabric, thread, and batting worth $1000.

Shipping Instructions

All Categories

The following apply to all categories:

When you ship your quilt(s), please send an email to komfortkids@projectlinus.org with the following information outlined below...

• In the subject line, please type your name and category.
• In the email, please type your name, address, phone number and email address, how many quilts you are sending, how many boxes you shipped, the shipping company and the tracking number.
• Please also attach the digital photo of yourself/your group with the quilt(s) to this email.

Do the Most Good (Individual and Group) Categories

The following additional instructions apply only to the Do the Most Good (Individual and Group) categories:

• Please ship all the quilts belonging to one entry at the same time. (Do not ship weekly; do not have any last-minute additions.)
• If your entry involves more than one box of quilts, please label and number your boxes (for example, XYZ Guild, Box 2 of 3).
• Make sure each box is properly addressed and includes your return address. We are not responsible for quilts lost in transit.

Where to Turn for Answers to Additional Questions

Any questions you have about the contest not answered on this page or on their website can be directed to their special email address, komfortkids@projectlinus.org.

Don't forget to visit the Project Linus website for information about this wonderful charity organization, as well as information about the contest.

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