Community Event: Appalachian Quilt-Along Stitching Bee

The National Park Service has released several FREE quilt block patterns for their 2026 Fabric of Appalachia celebration event, and we want to spread the word to Local Cloth for their upcoming Stitching Bee! Each quilt block represents a symbol of Appalachia, coming together to make an incredible Fabric of Appalachia quilt.

From the National Park Service:

Looking for a creative way to connect during the quilt-along? Stop by one of our Stitching Bees—a traditional sewing circle where anyone can join in. Bring your own project, get help with a block, or try stitching for the first time. 

These casual gatherings are a chance to sit together, sew, ask questions, and enjoy the tradition behind quiltmaking.

Note: this is not an organized Local Cloth field trip, but rather an opportunity to gather your own group to attend this event, or head there solo to make new quilting friends!

No registrations will be taken through Local Cloth.