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Stroll through hundreds of hand-made quilts gently swaying in the breeze at Garden of Quilts, a one-of-a-kind celebration of fabric artistry in the Ashton Gardens! Created in partnership with Riley Blake Designs, Garden of Quilts is Utah’s premier fabric arts festival. Learn new skills in classes taught by world-renowned quilters, make new friends at exciting social events, and enjoy a breathtaking outdoor exhibit with hundreds of colorful quilts displayed alongside vibrant flowers and lush greenery. You’ll admire quilts submitted by artists from around the world as you soak in the fresh air and peaceful atmosphere of the 50-acre gardens. This inspiring festival is unlike any other in the nation and a must-visit for art lovers, makers, and creatives alike.
Plan an entire week of fun with step-by-step quilting classes, leisurely afternoon tea times, lighthearted evening events, an immersive vendor marketplace, and more. Get tickets to Garden of Quilts, the nation’s most breathtaking quilt display!
Classes:
September 10-13, 2025
Quilt Exhibit Show Hours:
September 12, 13, 2025
Friday, September 12: 9 am – 8 pm
Saturday, September 13: 9 am – 6 pm
Ashton Gardens
3900 N. Garden Drive
Lehi, Utah 84043
Vendor Marketplace
Friday, September 12: 9 am – 8 pm
Saturday, September 13: 9 am – 5 pm
Thanksgiving Point Show Barn
2476 W Sycamore Lane
Lehi UT 84043.
Presented By:
2025 Admission and Event Tickets
WEEKEND PASS
2-Day Quilt Exhibition and Festival
Includes entrance to the 50-acre Ashton Gardens, the Quilt exhibitions, trunk shows, lectures, and demos for both Friday, September 12 and Saturday, September 13.
Thanksgiving Point members: $18
General Admission (Ages 3 and up): $60
ONE DAY PASS
Friday OR Saturday Quilt Exhibition and Festival
Includes entrance to the 50-acre Ashton Gardens, the Quilt exhibitions, trunk shows, lectures, and demos for Friday, September 12 OR Saturday, September 13.
Thanksgiving Point members: $10
General Admission (Ages 3 and up): $35
QUILTER’S WEEKEND ESCAPE
$699 – Valued at over $900!
Escape to the Ashton Gardens for a weekend of learning, inspiration, and connection. Perfect for all skill levels who are starting their Garden of Quilts journey!
Includes:
- Priority registration to Garden of Quilts classes and events*
- Two (2) classes of your choice including kits*
- Room at partner hotel for two (2) nights
- Garden of Quilts Festival Weekend Pass
- Reservation for Afternoon Tea Party
- Admission to one (1) Evening Event of your choice
- Garden of Quilts commemorative t-shirt
*Online purchasers will be contacted within two business days by a Guest Services Specialist to help with class registrations and itinerary planning. All-day classes count as two classes.
ULTIMATE QUILTER’S GETAWAY
$1,299 – valued at over $1,500!
Create your perfect three-day quilt itinerary with the Ultimate Quilter’s Getaway Package – promising an exciting opportunity for all skill levels to grow and bond with fellow quilters.
Includes:
- Priority registration to Garden of Quilts classes and events*
- Three (3) classes of your choice including kits*
- Room at partner hotel for three (3) nights
- Garden of Quilts Festival Weekend Pass
- Reservation for Afternoon Tea Party
- Admission to two (2) Open Sew nights
- Admission to one (1) Evening Event of your choice
- Garden of Quilts commemorative t-shirt
*Online purchasers will be contacted within two business days by a Guest Services Specialist to help with class registrations and itinerary planning. All-day classes count as two classes.
All-Inclusive VIP Pass
$2,999 – Priceless Value!
Experience a five-day quilt retreat with the All-Inclusive VIP Pass, where your quilting dreams come to life! Master your skills at classes throughout the week, meet your favorite sew-lebrities at fun evening events, and enjoy special red-carpet treatment from our staff. There’s no better way to experience the Garden of Quilts!
Includes:
- Priority registration to Garden of Quilts classes and events*
- Six (6) classes of your choice including kits*
- Room at partner hotel for five (5) nights
- Garden of Quilts Festival Weekend Pass
- Reservation for two (2) at an Afternoon Tea Party
- Admission to two (2) Open Sew nights
- Admission for one (1) to An Evening with Lori Holt, Let’s Make a Quilt, and Maker BBQ
- Sewing Machine Rental
- $100 Thanksgiving Point gift card for use at property restaurants, gift shops, and more
- Swag Bag filled with goodies from Thanksgiving Point and Riley Blake Designs
- VIP Shuttle: expedited travel with no lines**
*Online purchasers will be contacted within two business days by a Guest Services Specialist to help with class registrations and itinerary planning. All-day classes count as two classes.
** Available within a 1-mile radius of the event. Some destination exclusions may apply.
Better with a bestie Bundle
$4,500 – Priceless Value!
Get the VIP treatment – but with your best friend! The Better with a Bestie Bundle is the perfect five-day Garden of Quilts vacation for two, meaning double the fun, double the fabric, and double the memories. It’s a quilter’s paradise you and your bestie will cherish for the rest of your lives.
Includes:
- Priority registration to Garden of Quilts classes and events*
- Two (2) seats in four (4) classes of your choice including kits*
- One (1) Double Room at partner hotel for five (5) nights
- Two (2) Garden of Quilts Festival Weekend Pass
- Reservation for two (2) at an Afternoon Tea Party
- Admission for two (2) to two (2) Open Sew nights
- Admission for two (2) to An Evening with Lori Holt, Let’s Make a Quilt, and Maker BBQ
- Two (2) Sewing Machine Rentals
- Two (2) $50 Thanksgiving Point gift cards for use at property restaurants, gift shops, and more
- Two (2) Swag Bags filled with goodies from Thanksgiving Point and Riley Blake Designs
- VIP Shuttle: expedited travel with no lines**
*Online purchasers will be contacted within two business days by a Guest Services Specialist to help with class registrations and itinerary planning. All-day classes count as two classes. Both guests must register for the same classes and event schedule.
** Available within a 1-mile radius of the event. Some destination exclusions may apply.
An Evening with Lori Holt
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Doors Open: 5:30 pm, Show: 6:30 pm
$50 per person
(10% discount for Thanksgiving Point members)
Join us for a magical evening with Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet. Get inspired as she shares her incredible journey, along with a showcase of her gorgeous quilts, and other beautiful projects. This is a night filled with creativity, fun, and endless inspiration you won’t want to miss! Plus, enjoy exciting giveaways along the way. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the world of Lori Holt, this event promises to be unforgettable. Reserve your seat today for an evening with the Queen Bee herself!
Let’s make a quilt
Thursday, September 11, 2025
Doors Open: 5:30 pm, Show: 6:30 pm
$53 per person (10% discount for Thanksgiving Point members)
Grab your cowboy boots for a kickin’ good time! Join fan-favorite designers Amanda Niederhauser and Bev McCullough for a western-themed buffet dinner and some high-energy fun. Get inspired by creative designs, meet new friends, and get on your feet for a game show-inspired evening with prizes to boot. Cowgirl and cowboy attire is encouraged!
Maker Bbq
Friday, September 12, 2025 | Dinner 5 pm – 6:30 pm | Meet the Maker: 6:30 pm
$59 per person – Includes BBQ buffet and Meet the Maker Admission (10% discount for Thanksgiving Point members)
Mingle with new friends at the popular Maker BBQ, an exclusive prelude to the Meet the Maker event! Enjoy barbecue favorites straight from the grill while enjoying the company of international creatives and artists. Your ticket to the Maker BBQ includes admission to the Meet the Maker event after the barbecue – meaning more fun, shopping, games, and prizes. Reserve your spot today!
MEET THE MAKER
Friday, September 12, 2025 | Doors Open: 6:30 pm
$29 per person (10% discount for Thanksgiving Point members)
Join us for a fabulous night of fun, fabric, and famous faces! Meet your favorite designers and sew-lebrities, shop the display tables, and discover new inspirations at Meet the Maker, a must-do social event at Garden of Quilts. You could even win one of several door prizes! It’s a fun, creative evening you won’t want to miss.
Afternoon Tea
Friday & Saturday | Seatings at 12 pm, 12:30 pm and 1 pm
Indulge in a day of leisure at our beloved Afternoon Tea Party! Savor English-style scones with jam and clotted cream, delicate finger sandwiches, decadent pastries, and a selection of fine teas – all in the Loggia Garden, a dreamy and private setting surrounded by blooming flowers under a clear-top tent. Space is limited and sells out quickly every year. Reserve your spot now!
Quilt Block Challenge: My favorite place
What makes a place truly special? This year’s Quilt Block Challenge invites you to capture the essence of your “Favorite Place” in fabric form! Whether it’s the house you made a home, an awe-inspiring mountain vista, or a cherished travel memory, we challenge you to show us through your stitches!
Participation is simple! Register below. Within a few days, we will send you a curated set of six Riley Black Designs fat quarters. These colors will serve as the foundation of your design. From there, you can enhance the quilt block with additional fabrics, appliqué, embroidery, beadwork, and other embellishments. All quilts must be a 20” X 20” block following the challenge guidelines and theme. Once your block is complete, email us a picture and we will provide a release form and further instructions.
Important Dates:
Application/Registration Available: April 1, 2025
Fabric Kits sent out weekly
Submit photos by: August 1, 2025
Quilt receiving: August 10-30, 2025
Display September 12-13 at Thanksgiving Point
Quilt Return: September 30, 2025
Registration: $60 (Includes fat-quarter fabric pack and return shipping.)
RULES:
Quilt blocks must:
- Relate to the theme: “My Favorite Place”
- Measure 20”x20” square
- Consist of a top, middle, and back fabric with hand or machine stitching through all layers.
- Have a maximum thickness of no more than 1”.
- Utilize a recognizable amount of the fabrics provided to you. Additional Fabrics are allowed.
- Feature label on the back of quilt that includes quilter’s name and quilt title.
- Avoid profanity or political statements.
Prizes:
1st place: $250
2nd place: $100 and gift basket from Riley Blake Designs
3rd place: $50 and gift basket from Riley Blake Designs
People’s Choice: $100 and gift basket from Riley Blake Designs
Judging Criteria:
- Design
- Composition
- Use of color
- Overall workmanship
- Interpretation of theme
- Originality
Garden of Quilts 2025 Shop Owner Track
Are you a passionate quilt shop owner or online retailer looking to improve your efficiency, increase your revenue, or build your social channels? Look no further! Join us for an exclusive Shop Owner Education Track during the 2025 Garden of Quilts event, specially designed to empower you! This track is also appropriate to those with a dream of turning your love for quilting into a successful business venture.
What’s included:
- Compelling and relevant shop owner focused classes from experienced presenters PLUS lunches on class days
- Room at a partner hotel for three nights
- VIP seating at An Evening with Lori Holt
- A ticket to the crowd-favorite Meet the Maker BBQ event
- A Saturday admission ticket to the 2025 Garden of Quilts
Shop Owner Track: $650 per person
Shop Owner Track: Locals
Enjoy the same perks of the Shop Owner Track while staying in the comfort of your own home. The Shop Owner Track: Local version has all of the same Garden of Quilts fun without the hotel cost.
What’s included:
- Compelling and relevant shop owner focused classes from experienced presenters PLUS lunches on class days
- VIP seating at An Evening with Lori Holt
- A ticket to the crowd-favorite Meet the Maker BBQ event
- A Saturday admission ticket to the 2025 Garden of Quilts
Shop Owner Track – Local: $400 per person
Shop Owner Track Schedule:
Wednesday, September 10th
- Hotel check-in
- Option to register for classes outside the shop owner track (additional cost)
- 10 am – 2 pm — Order with our RBD Account Executives
- 3 pm – 6 pm — RBD Warehouse Open House
- 6:30 pm — VIP seating at An Evening with Lori Holt
Thursday, September 11th
- 9 am – 12 pm – Keynote: Heidi Kaisand of Creative Retailer
- 12 pm – 12:30 pm — Lunch
- 12:30 pm – 1 pm — Designer Showcase: Amy Smart of Diary of a Quilter, Melissa Mortenson of Polka Dot Chair
- 1 pm – 2 pm — Needle Punch 101 Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet
- 2 pm – 2:15 pm — Afternoon Break
- 2:15 pm – 3:15 pm — Color Theory with the RBD Color Wheel: Richard Murdock, VP of Graphic Design at RBD
- 3:15 pm – 4 pm — NEW Substrate Showcase & Merchandising Teresa Porter, RBD Regional Account Executive
- 4 pm – 5 pm — Batik Showcase: Karen Gibbs, VP of Batiks at RBD
- 5 pm – 7 pm — Order with our RBD Account Executives Friday, September 12th
Friday, September 12th
- 9 am – 10 am — Ensure Your Inventory Is Paying the Rent Holly Draney, VP of Design at RBD
- 10 am – 11:30 am — Social Media Bootcamp Maddie Butler, Social Media Manager at RBD Owner of Madeline Rae Collective
- 11:30 am – 12 pm — Villa Rosa Patterns & Kitting Pat Fryer of Villa Rosa Designs
- 12 pm – 12:30 pm — Lunch
- 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm — Notions We Love! Cindy Cloward, Owner of RBD
- 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm — Machine Embroidery, Jennifer Long of Sew A Story & RBD Pattern & Machine Embroidery Manager
- 2:30 pm – 2:45 pm — Afternoon Break
- 2:45 pm – 3:15 pm — Designer Showcase Vicki McCarty of Calico Patch Designs Minki Kim
- 3:15 pm – 3:45 pm — Curated Bundles Workshop Jessica Taylor, RBD Regional Account Executive
- 3:45 pm – 4:15 pm — Designer Showcase: Sandy Klop of American Jane
- 4:15 pm – 4:45 pm — RBD Threads Presenter TBA
- 4:45 pm – 5:15 pm — Liberty Fabrics Showcase Presenters: Members of the Liberty Fabrics Team 5:15 pm – 5:30 pm — Wrap Up: Gary Rurup, VP of Sales at RBD
- 5:15 pm – 7 pm — Order with our RBD Account Executives
- 9 am – 8 pm Shop the Vendor Marketplace in the Show Barn
- 9 am – 8 pm Gardens open
- 5 pm — Meet the Maker BBQ evening event
Saturday, September 13th
- 9 am – 2 pm — Order with our RBD Account Executives
- 9 am – 6 pm — Roam the Garden of Quilts exhibition at the Ashton Gardens & Shop the Vendor Marketplace
- Hotel check-out
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Utah’s largest outdoor quilt display
Over 500 colorful and hand-made quilts decorate the 50-acre Ashton Gardens, creating a breathtaking display unlike any other in the nation. Artists from around the world submit quilts every year to this popular event, traveling thousands of miles to learn from professional designers and makers. As you wander through the exhibit, you’ll be inspired by the swaying quilts, fragrant blooms, and friendly faces, where every quilt tells a story waiting to be told.
Classes, Lectures and demonstrations
Recruiting an international roster of designers, makers, and artists, Garden of Quilts creates endless opportunities to learn and grow alongside other makers. Catering to all levels, you’re sure to learn a new skill or master your craft as you choose from over 50 different classes, lectures, and demonstrations. Looking to expand your influence in your community? Join the Shop Owner Track, designed to empower you to turn your love of quilting into a successful business venture.
A Quilter’s Dream vendor marketplace
Explore dozens of vendors at the free Vendor Marketplace, located at the Show Barn on the Water Tower Campus! Shop ‘til you drop after getting inspiration from the Garden of Quilts festival. Meet local makers, view new fabrics and quilt designs, and find your next big project. The Vendor Marketplace does not require admission – enjoy this maker market free of charge!
Build Your Quilter Community
Throughout the week, the Garden of Quilts hosts fun and exciting events, perfect for meeting new quilter friends and spending time with your loved ones! Enjoy a day of decadence at Afternoon Tea, mingle with your favorite designers and sew-lebrities at Meet the Maker, and get on your feet for a wild western-themed buffet at Let’s Make a Quilt. Mingle with quilt lovers from around the nation and create your quilter community at Garden of Quilts!
The modern prairie experience
From the creative vision of Melissa Gilbert, star of Little House on the Prairie, comes the Garden of Quilts Modern Prairie Experience! Choose from three unique events, including a gift bundle with Garden of Quilts exhibit admission, a VIP Afternoon Tea with Melissa Gilbert herself, and an outdoor watercolor painting class set amongst the flowers and swaying quilts. Celebrate creativity and the joy of making with Modern Prairie at the 2025 Garden of Quilts!
2025 CLASS, LECTURE AND DEMO SCHEDULE
CLASSES
9 AM – 4 PM
Vintage Summer Picnic Accuquilt – Intermediate AccuQuilt Piecing – Laura Strickland
9 AM – 12 NOON
Frosty – Intermediate Piecing – Karen Walker
Bindings & Alternate Endings – Beginner Binding – Deonn Stott
Gourdgeous Pumpking Runner – Beginner Piecing – Amy Chappell
Daisy Chain – Intermediate Piecing – Melissa Corry
Memory Bear Doll – Beginner Hoop Embroidery – Jennifer Long
Berry Market Quilt – Beginner Piecing – Bev McCullough
Dreamscapes – Beginner Piecing – Charisma Horton
Tie the Knot Quilt – Intermediate Piecing – Amanda Niederhauser
Cross-Stitch Project – Beginner Cross-Stitch – Lori Holt
2 PM – 5 PM
Twinkling Pumpkin – Beginner Piecing, Applique – Vicki McCarty
Christmas Stockings – Intermediate Piecing – LaVonne Jackson
Quilt Dress – Beginner Clothing Construction – Paula McKinlay
Desert Rose – Intermediate Piecing – Melissa Corry
Pineapple Block Foundation Paper Piecing – Beginner Foundation Paper Piecing – Amber Johnson
Happy Birthday Banner – Beginner Applique, Curved Seams – Amy Chappell
Minki’s Needle Book – Beginner Embroidery – Minki Kim
Autumn Pumpkin Stack – Beginner Piecing – Carmen Geddes
Mid Mod Village – Beginner Scrap Usage – Charisma Horton
7 PM – 11 PM
CLASSES
9 AM – 4 PM
Sunsetridge Backpack Panel Project – Intermediate Binding, Zipper, Bag Assembly – Minki Kim
Bali Wedding Star – Intermediate Foundation Paper Piecing – Josephine Keasler
Henrika’s Delight – Intermediate Piecing -Raija Salomaa
THURSDAY-FRIDAY 9 AM – 4 PM
Capturing Memories Village Charm Mini Quilt – All Levels Foundation Paper Piecing – Veruschka Zarate
9 AM – 12 NOON
Autumn Harvest – Intermediate Piecing – Amanda Niederhauser
Primrose & Proper – Intermediate Piecing – Melissa Corry
Fairy Houses – Beginner Piecing – Jennifer Long
DIY Quilted Jacket – Beginner Piecing – Carmen Geddes
Snowbound Patchwork Santa Hat – Beginner Piecing – Melissa Mortenson
Punch Needle Project – Punch Needle – Lori Holt
2 PM – 5 PM
Hearts & More Hearts – Beginner Piecing, Color and Design – Carmen Geddes
Sweater Weather – Beginner Piecing – Melissa Corry
Fairy Dreams Dress Up – Beginner Stabilizer, Fusible Fleece, Jennifer Long
Tiny Churn Dashes – Beginner Precise Piecing – Paula Devey McKinlay
Surrounded by Love – Beginner Piecing – LaVonne Jackson
7 PM – 11 PM
LECTURES, TRUNK SHOWS, AND DEMOS
(Included with Garden of Quilts Admission)
Check back soon for more information!
CLASSES
9 AM – 4 PM
Sun Patch Crossbody Bag – Beginner Piecing, Borders – Minki Kim
Sewcuterie Wool Embroidery Sampler – Hand Embroidery Stitches – Charisma Horton
THURSDAY-FRIDAY 9 AM – 4 PM
Capturing Memories Village Charm Mini Quilt – All Levels Foundation Paper Piecing – Veruschka Zarate
9 AM – 12 NOON
Crazy Cat Lady – Beginner Piecing – Amanda Niederhauser & Bev McCullough
Bluegrass Crossing – Beginner Piecing – Melissa Mortenson
Mid Mod Noel – Beginner Piecing – Laura Strickland
Summer Solstice – Intermediate Piecing – Melissa Corry
Little Witch Machine Emrbroidery Felt Doll – Beginner Doll Making, Machine Embroidery – Jennifer Long
Excessive Star Spangled – Half Doubled Crochets – Paula Devey McKinlay
2 PM – 5 PM
Starflowers – Beginner Piecing, Borders – Deonn Stott
Pumpkin Patch Ghosts – Beginner Piecing – Melissa Mortenson
Annie’s Strawberries Table Runner – Intermediate Applique, Piecing – Laura Strickland
Navigating the Stars – Beginner Piecing – Melissa Corry
Checkered Spools – Beginner Quilting – Amber Johnson
Scandi Hearts Sampler – Beginner Piecing – Amy Smart
7 PM – 11 PM
LECTURES, TRUNK SHOWS, AND DEMOS
(Included with Garden of Quilts Admission)
Check back soon for more information!
CLASSES
9 AM – 4 PM
Treasures of St. Lucia – Intermediate Piecing – Raija Salomaa
Penny Royal – Beginner Hand Embroidery, Wool Applique, English Paper Piecing – Charisma Horton
9 AM – 12 NOON
Winter Basket Pillow – Intermediate Wool Applique – Vicki McCarty
Jacks – Beginner Piecing – Melissa Corry
Plaid Love Pillow – Beginner Piecing, Zipper installation – Amy Chappell
Memories & Cottage Panel Pouches – Beginner Pouch Making, Zipper Attachment – Minki Kim
Squarely Speaking – Intermediate Piecing – LaVonne Jackson
Big Baby Quilt – Beginner Quilt Making – Amber Johnson
Cotton Daisies – Intermediate Piecing – Karen Walker
2 PM – 5 PM
Autumn Blessings – Intermediate Wool Applique, Fusible, Hand Stitching – Vicki McCarty
Simply By Design – Beginner Piecing, Sashing – Melissa Corry
Felt Word Ornaments – Beginner Felt Applique, Dimensional Finishing Techniques – Amy Chappell
Open Up Box Pouch – Beginner 3D Assembly, Zipper Attachment – Minki Kim
Pinwheel Express – Intermediate Piecing – LaVonne Jackson
Wide Open Spaces – Beginner Piecing, Applique – Laura Strickland
Feels like Home – Intermediate Piecing – Amber Johnson
Garden of Quilts 2025 Shop Owner Track
Are you a passionate quilt shop owner or online retailer looking to improve your efficiency, increase your revenue, or build your social channels? Look no further! Join us for an exclusive Shop Owner Education Track during the 2025 Garden of Quilts event, specially designed to empower you! This track is also appropriate to those with a dream of turning your love for quilting into a successful business venture.
What’s included:
- Compelling and relevant shop owner focused classes from experienced presenters PLUS lunches on class days
- Room at a partner hotel for three nights
- VIP seating at An Evening with Lori Holt
- A ticket to the crowd-favorite Meet the Maker BBQ event
- A Saturday admission ticket to the 2025 Garden of Quilts
Shop Owner Track: $650 per person
Shop Owner Track: Locals
Enjoy the same perks of the Shop Owner Track while staying in the comfort of your own home. The Shop Owner Track: Local version has all of the same Garden of Quilts fun without the hotel cost.
What’s included:
- Compelling and relevant shop owner focused classes from experienced presenters PLUS lunches on class days
- VIP seating at An Evening with Lori Holt
- A ticket to the crowd-favorite Meet the Maker BBQ event
- A Saturday admission ticket to the 2025 Garden of Quilts
Shop Owner Track – Local: $400 per person
Shop Owner Track Schedule:
Wednesday, September 10th
- Hotel check-in
- Option to register for classes outside the shop owner track (additional cost)
- 10 am – 2 pm — Order with our RBD Account Executives
- 3 pm – 6 pm — RBD Warehouse Open House
- 6:30 pm — VIP seating at An Evening with Lori Holt
Thursday, September 11th
- 9 am – 12 pm – Keynote: Heidi Kaisand of Creative Retailer
- 12 pm – 12:30 pm — Lunch
- 12:30 pm – 1 pm — Designer Showcase: Amy Smart of Diary of a Quilter, Melissa Mortenson of Polka Dot Chair
- 1 pm – 2 pm — Needle Punch 101 Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet
- 2 pm – 2:15 pm — Afternoon Break
- 2:15 pm – 3:15 pm — Color Theory with the RBD Color Wheel: Richard Murdock, VP of Graphic Design at RBD
- 3:15 pm – 4 pm — NEW Substrate Showcase & Merchandising Teresa Porter, RBD Regional Account Executive
- 4 pm – 5 pm — Batik Showcase: Karen Gibbs, VP of Batiks at RBD
- 5 pm – 7 pm — Order with our RBD Account Executives Friday, September 12th
Friday, September 12th
- 9 am – 10 am — Ensure Your Inventory Is Paying the Rent Holly Draney, VP of Design at RBD
- 10 am – 11:30 am — Social Media Bootcamp Maddie Butler, Social Media Manager at RBD Owner of Madeline Rae Collective
- 11:30 am – 12 pm — Villa Rosa Patterns & Kitting Pat Fryer of Villa Rosa Designs
- 12 pm – 12:30 pm — Lunch
- 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm — Notions We Love! Cindy Cloward, Owner of RBD
- 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm — Machine Embroidery, Jennifer Long of Sew A Story & RBD Pattern & Machine Embroidery Manager
- 2:30 pm – 2:45 pm — Afternoon Break
- 2:45 pm – 3:15 pm — Designer Showcase Vicki McCarty of Calico Patch Designs Minki Kim
- 3:15 pm – 3:45 pm — Curated Bundles Workshop Jessica Taylor, RBD Regional Account Executive
- 3:45 pm – 4:15 pm — Designer Showcase: Sandy Klop of American Jane
- 4:15 pm – 4:45 pm — RBD Threads Presenter TBA
- 4:45 pm – 5:15 pm — Liberty Fabrics Showcase Presenters: Members of the Liberty Fabrics Team 5:15 pm – 5:30 pm — Wrap Up: Gary Rurup, VP of Sales at RBD
- 5:15 pm – 7 pm — Order with our RBD Account Executives
- 9 am – 8 pm Shop the Vendor Marketplace in the Show Barn
- 9 am – 8 pm Gardens open
- 5 pm — Meet the Maker BBQ evening event
Saturday, September 13th
- 9 am – 2 pm — Order with our RBD Account Executives
- 9 am – 6 pm — Roam the Garden of Quilts exhibition at the Ashton Gardens & Shop the Vendor Marketplace
- Hotel check-out
Sewing Machine Rental
Rental – $45
(One time fee, per person)
Calling Garden of Quilts travelers – leave the machine at home and rent a sewing machine instead! For less than the cost of a checked bag on most airlines, you can reserve one of our machines for the duration of the festival, set up for you in each of your classes.
When and where is the show held?
The Garden of Quilts show will be held at the Ashton Gardens. The Gardens are one of five venues located on the Thanksgiving Point campus in Lehi, Utah. Lehi is located right off the I-15 corridor in between the Salt Lake and Provo metropolitan centers.
The Vendor Marketplace is located at the Thanksgiving Point Show Barn at 2476 W Sycamore Lane, Lehi UT 84043.
What are the show hours?
Garden of Quilts is open Friday, September 12 from 9 am to 8 pm and Saturday, September 13 from 9 am – 6 pm.
The Vendor Marketplace is open Friday, September 12 from 9 am to 8 pm and Saturday, September 13 from 9 am – 5 pm.
Classes will run Wednesday September 10 to Saturday September 13.
What does it cost to come to the show?
There are various ticket types and prices depending on days and duration of your intended visit. View 2025 ticket options here.
What does admission include?
Your Garden of Quilts admission includes entry to the Ashton Gardens for the day(s) specified. Friday and Saturday admission includes access to the vendor marketplace as well as all the additional public presentations, activities, and trunk shows. General admission does not include individual classes.
What is “Meet the Maker”?
This event provides guests an opportunity to meet and interact to presenters and designers as they share their stories, quilts, products, and other projects during this fun evening.
How do I find a quilt at the show?
You are in luck! There will be so many quilts it will be impossible to not find one—or a hundred. Broadly, quilts will be displayed according to specific themes, features, or techniques all throughout the 50-acre Ashton Gardens. All guests will be provided a program and map to help them navigate and ensure their experience is meaningful. Additionally, our volunteers and staff throughout the Gardens will have additional information and can provide you assistance in locating a specific quilt or artist you might be looking for.
What if I am having difficulty buying tickets/registering for classes online?
We apologize for the difficulty. We want to make sure your questions are answered, and needs are met. Please call our main Thanksgiving Point information line at 801-768-2300 and one of our representatives will be happy to assist you with your registration over the phone.
Are outside vendors allowed to participate?
Yes, we will have numerous food and retail vendors participate in the event. A list will be available this summer as they have are confirmed.
Learn more about applying to be a Vendor HERE.
Will there be merchandise available to purchase?
Yes! The ability to shop from beautiful and unique products is half the fun. Whether you are looking for fabric for your next project or just a fun treat, the Garden of Quilts show will feature a marketplace of thoughtfully curated shops and vendors that is sure to provide something to delight you.
Will golf carts be available to rent?
Due to the volume of guests and the layout of the event golf carts will not be available to rent to individual guests. There will however be an extensive complementary shuttle system running continual loops throughout the entire Gardens allowing guests the opportunity to hop on and off at numerous locations. We have designed this service to meet our guest’s needs for mobility as well as allow everyone to enjoy a relaxing experience in the Gardens.
Are wheelchairs allowed/available to rent?
Yes, we have a limited number of manual wheelchairs available for rent. They are $20 reserved in advance and $15 day-of per day, if available. There are additional discounts for members for Thanksgiving Point Members.
Is there accessible parking?
Yes, we have many designated parking stalls for those with accessibility concerns and the proper handicap parking credentials.
Will there be a shuttle service?
There will be numerous shuttle options available. Within the Gardens there will be a golf cart shuttle option to assist guests in navigating the gardens. Depending on parking lot volume we will make a parking lot shuttle available once we meet a certain threshold. Our local hotel partners will also be offering their shuttles to guests of their hotels that will have drop-offs at the Ashton Gardens as well as other nearby places of interest (dependent on individual hotel policy).
I am coming from out of town. What else is there to do in the area?
Thanksgiving Point is a unique complex that—in addition to our Gardens–includes two world-class museums: the Museum of Natural Curiosity and the Museum of Ancient Life, a working farm, and our newest experience the Butterfly Biosphere where guests can experience all the creepy-crawlies and a stunning conservatory that is home to over a thousand glittering butterflies.
In addition to on campus options we are within a short drive of countless natural and cultural destinations such as the Timpanogos Caves, Sundance Resort, Olympic Park, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Temple Square, Family Search, Hogle Zoo, Living Planet Aquarium, art museums, multiple theaters, and so much more.
Is this a suitable event for children?
Facilitation and activities for this event are much more geared towards adults and older teens. We love families and want guests of all ages to feel welcome. Due to the nature of the exhibit we ask that parents and caregivers keep their children with them and help them respect the quilts by not touching.
What kind of quilts will be in the show?
We expect all kinds of quilt designs and all levels from beginner to expert. All submissions are welcome!
If you are a quilter and would like to include your work in the show we would love to have you join in on the fun. Click HERE for more information regarding submitting a quilt—or five.
What options are there for lodging near the venue?
Ashton Gardens is ideally situated near several hotel properties.
Where is the nearest airport?
The Salt Lake International Airport is located 30 miles to the North of the Ashton Gardens. In ideal traffic, it is a 40-60 minute commute. The Provo Regional Airport is situated 22 miles to the South of us and is approximately a 30 drive in ideal traffic.
How do I submit my quilt for exhibition?
Learn about submitting a quilt HERE.
Where and when do I deliver my quilt?
It is important that quilts not be dropped off or delivered until requested. Those requests will be accompanied with detailed information regarding the delivery and return of your quilt.
Can anyone apply to enter a quilt in the show?
Yes! We are looking for all kinds of quilt designs and all levels from beginner to expert! As long as it is submitted by the creator(s) of the quilt, we’re interested!
What does it cost to enter a quilt to the show?
It doesn’t cost anything to apply to submit a quilt. For those whose quilts are accepted we charge a $35 entry fee. This fee covers up to five quilts and is required to help offset the cost of return shipping.
When will notification letters go out?
Final decisions will be made by our jury in late July and notification letters will be mailed to those who applied on or before August 8, 2025.
What is the deadline for accepting quilts?
Quilt applications can be submitted through July 31, 2025 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time.
Can I personally deliver/pick-up my quilt rather than shipping it?
Absolutely! For those of you that live locally we will have arrangements for both drop-off and pick-up. There will be more details provided with acceptance letters when they are sent out.
Do I need to bring my sewing machine?
Machine rentals are one of our most asked about amenities. Reserve a machine for the duration of the festival and we will make sure that there is a machine set-up in your classes with your name on it—ready and waiting just for you! Sewing Machine Rentals are available HERE.
What does a class registration include?
The class fee covers the teachers fee and tuition for the class only.
What is a kit fee?
A kit fee includes all of the consumable materials needed to complete the project being covered in the class. For instance, the fabric and notions to create the quilt.
What are supplies?
Supplies are typically additional tools you will need to complete your project during class. These typically include things like scissors, pins, marking pencils, etc. Fabric may also be listed in a supplies list if the class does not include a kit. Larger equipment not on the list, such as irons, will be provided for each class.
How do I sign up to volunteer?
We invite anyone aged 18 or older that has a few hours to give to apply to be a volunteer. Check back soon for more information on how to volunteer at the 2025 Garden of Quilts!
What does volunteering look like at the Garden of Quilts?
The Garden of Quilts is sizable production. We will utilize the generous service of well over 100 volunteers. While each task may be a little different, the average shift lasts four hours. This year, we are in need of volunteers to assist in keeping the displayed quilts safe and to provide a friendly face for our visitors throughout the garden. At Thanksgiving Point we love our volunteers and count on them as partners to help make our experiences great.
What is the time commitment involved with being a volunteer?
If you want to volunteer, we want to have you participate! There are so many different ways to help out we will find a position that meets your needs and limitations. From two hours to two-hundred, we will gladly consider you for part of the team.
Garden of Quilts is Supported By:
SUPPORTING SPONSORS:
Joseph & Kathleen Sorenson Legacy Foundation
The Kahlert Foundation
Nu Skin
The Pestana Family
Rio Tinto
WCF
Williamsen Family Foundation
Big-D Construction
Brad & Jenny Parker
Brent & Cheri Andrus
Central Bank
Deseret Management Corporation
Kem & Carolyn Gardner
KLAS Research
Oakdell Farms, LLC
Sam & Mary Dunn
Swire Coca-Cola
Tribe House
US Synthetic
Utah Broadband
For information on how your company can partner with the 2025 Garden of Quilts, click HERE.
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