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MVQG Great River Quilt Show
Great River quilt show October 16-17, 2026
The Great River Quilt Show is held biennially. Quilts are judged by NACQJ certified judges and ribbons are awarded in many categories.
The quilt show is an amazing event showcasing many talents of quiltmakers and fiber artists. This educational event includes demonstrations, charity boutique, raffle opportunities, and vendors. It's much more than "just" a quilt show: with 400-500 quilts on display, many of which are entered for judging (e.g. learning opportunity), featured quilter and many fiber artists among the MVQG membership who want you to be excited about being part of the quilt industry. There's room for everybody!
Attendance is open to the public, of course, but only MVQG members may enter quilts in the show and must have been a member for one year prior to show dates. (Refer to the About Us webpage, which has a member application at the bottom of the page.)
Scroll further for additional information on activities available at the show.
2026 Raffle Quilt Details
Here's your Need-To-Know
- Quilt top pattern: Carousel Medallion by Jessica Plunkett @maeberrysquare
- Top Fabric: Alison Glass Wildflowers Collection (not a kit)
- Background and Backing Fabric: Moda Bella solids purchased at Betty's Thimble
- Batting: Quilters Dream Bamboo Blend
- Quilting: Chevrons (scaled to size of Star chevrons and 3/4" horizontal spacing. SPI 11 which took 92,944 stitches to complete.
- Quilting Thread: So Fine 50 W 446 Sage Brush
Raffle Quilt Tickets
Tickets Available from members and at local Events
Tickets: 1 for $1 or 6 for $5
Winner does not need to be present to win but the writing does need to be legible so we can read who to call.
Tickets may be purchased:
- From a Mississippi Valley Quilters Guild member.
- While displayed at local events. (Subscribe to receive our emails and/or follow us on Instagram and Facebook so you don't miss those posts! Simply click on the social media icons at the bottom of the webpage to be taken to the MVQG pages.)
- At the October 2026 show.
If you want to purchase raffle quilt tickets, and personally know a Guild member, purchase tickets from them because their sales may fall into one of the three awards below! Fun!
Guild members have an added incentive for raffle ticket sales this year:
- $100: Most tickets sold by an individual member
- $75: Second-most tickets sold
- $25: Member who sells the winning ticket
Need more raffle tickets? Contact Raffle Quilt Marketing: Michelle Bailey.
Every ticket sold supports the success of our quilt show—thank you for helping spread the word!
Great River Quilt Show Activities
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Raffle gift baskets
Raffle gift baskets
The 2026 show Raffle Quilts took 5 dedicated MVQG team members to cut, piece, quilt, bind and add an embroidered label and hanging sleeve.
Raffle quilts are revealed during the September Guild meeting (prior to the next year's show) with ticket sales beginning in January the year of the show. Members will have tickets available for purchase.
Raffle gift baskets
Raffle gift baskets
Raffle gift baskets
MVQG members, vendors and other donors provide items to the Guild from which we create both beautiful and useful gift baskets.
Tickets may be purchased during the quilt show, The baskets are chock full of items, gadgets and products of interest to quilters and to non-quilters. With many baskets to choose from, the chance of winning one is considerably better than the chance of picking winning numbers for a lottery ticket!
Contact: rafflebasketchair@mvqg.org
charity boutique
Raffle gift baskets
charity boutique
Handmade items donated by MVQG members will be available for sale at the 2024 Great River Quilt Show. A variety of items including purses, table runners, and small quilts will be for sale. Click to read more on the Community Involvement page.
All proceeds from the Small Quilt and Related Items Boutique will be distributed to local charities selected by the Quilt Show Committee.
Demonstrations
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charity boutique
The MVQG provides many demonstrations during its quilt show. Bed turning (photo) is a mini quilt-history program. Vintage and newer quilts are layered on a bed. The story of the top quilt is told and when the speaker is done, the quilt is folded back to reveal the next quilt and so on until all of the stories have been told. As many folks know, every quilt truly has a story. But Bed turning is one of many!
To view the 2026 MVQG GRQS_Demonstration & Bed Turning Schedule, click/tap the file titled as such in the Files & Documents section above or click here.
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Thanks to the wonderful vendors at our 2024 show! Show attendees love getting a first-hand view at your new products, fabric, notions and more.
Once we book vendors for the 2026 show, you'll be able to scroll down to the bottom of this page and click on a vendor icon to view their website or Facebook page. They'll be listed here as well: Resources & Advertisers page.
If you have a vendor request or idea, email: qsmerchantmall@mvqg.org.
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2026 Merchant Mall Team: Chairperson Shelly Moore, Co-chairperson Diane Schloemer and Assistant Cindy Anderson.
If you'd like to participate in our Merchant Mall (vendor booths) please email us.
quilt appraisals
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A Certified Quilt Appraiser will be at the GRQS. An appraisal is a “hands on” examination of the quilt. Quilt appraisals can range from a family heirloom, to an acquired vintage quilt, to a quilt that has special meaning for the owner. Appraisals are useful for insurance purposes, for pricing a quilt for future sale, or a useful tool to prove the value of a quilt to disbelieving loved ones. These quilts are NOT store-purchases-off-the-shelf items but works of art to be cherished for generations!
2026 Quilt Appraiser
Appraisal appointments are now open to have your prized quilts and quilted items appraised by AQS certified quilted textile appraiser Chris Moline.
For more details and addt'l sign-up contact info, read the 8/2/26 Blog article on the MVQG Blog page.
Quilt Show Appraisals Chairperson: Dorine Donaubauer
Refer to Resources and Advertisers page for general quilt appraiser information.
second-hand treasures
MVQG members (and other generous donors) cleaned out their sewing rooms and craft supplies and donated items to the guild. Second-hand treasures will NOT occur during the 2026 show but will be scheduled as it's own stand-alone event after this year's GRQS has concluded. So if you aren't already subscribed to receive Guild email and Blog notifications, do so you don't miss out on scheduled events like our "garage sales." Click the button at the bottom of this section to Subscribe.
There are quilt magazines, quilt books, fabric, quilt patterns, quilt making tools, notions, thread, orphan quilt blocks, and quilt tops. Non-quilted items include vintage linens, scrapbooking supplies, cross-stitch and embroidery supplies, trims, yarns and much more. All items are garage-sale priced to sell. Plan to visit Second-Hand Treasures at the Great River Quilt Show!
sponsors & Vendors
2026 Sponsors & Merchants (Vendors) may be viewed in the sections below. Click on the images and/or button to be taken to their Websites.
They are also on our Resources & Advertisers' webpage.
Is your company considering sponsoring the 2026 Great River Quilt Show? Sponsorship levels are $250, $500, and $750. Contact Karen at rafflebasketchair@mvqg.org for more details.
2026 MVQG GRQS Sponsors
grand appliance
Customer Service
Email Us: cs@grandappliance.com
Call Us: 888-428-3611
Text Us: 262-383-2938
2222 E. 53rd Ave, Davenport, IA 52807
Customer Service Hours
- Monday - Friday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM CT
- Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM CT
- Sunday: Closed. Many area showrooms are open for sales.
hiland toyota
Hiland Toyota is Proud to Serve Toyota Drivers in the entire Quad Cities area including Moline, East Moline, Davenport, Rock Island, Bettendorf and beyond.
Here at Hiland Toyota, we accomplish that goal by offering a vast array of vehicles, no-stress auto financing and exceptional car service and repairs. That way, you can take care of your many automotive needs all under one roof!
5500 45th Ave Drive Moline, IL 61265
- Sales: (309) 764-2481
- Service: (309)764-8774
- Parts: (309)764-2482
- Body Shop: (309) 277-0888
2026 MVQG GRQS Sponsors
quint city stone & Naturescape center
About Quint City Stone Center
Quint City Stone is a locally and family‑owned stone and landscaping material supplier proudly serving the Quad Cities and surrounding areas since 1943. With decades of hands‑on industry experience, our team has built a reputation for reliability, expertise, and craftsmanship. As the oldest and most experienced supplier of veneer stone in the region, we offer only commercial‑grade products, ensuring lasting quality and performance for residential and commercial projects alike. Contact us today!
Main Phone: (563) 207-4598
Local Phone: (563) 386-2354
Alternate Phone: (563) 386-2354
7221 Northwest Blvd #B
Davenport , IA 52806
thrivent
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Why Thrivent?
Where Money Means More
We’re more than a financial services organization—we’re your partners in navigating life’s financial challenges with care and focus on what matters most to you.
vosler investment group
vosler investment group
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We are planners.
At Vosler Investment Group, planning isn't just the first step toward your financial future; it's the most important step. It's the foundation of our business, from establishing client relationships to monitoring investment planning recommendations. We take the time to explore your financial goals and expectations because by determining what you need or want for a comfortable retirement, we are that much closer to helping you achieve it.