dunster

The quilts usually go missing after they're taken down, not while they're hanging.

MaryKatherine

If you're not comfortable, don't do it. Watch how they perform this year and then next year, maybe.

cashs_mom

There has been a quilt damaged at the Houston Quilt Show in the past. It was during set up/tear down. That's why the quilts are now in a separate area instead of scattered throughout the show as they were in the past. I was very glad to hear that they caught a prosecuted the person who did it.

Onebyone

I don't fret over my quilts being outside. It's a quilt. The show is responsible for security such as helpers being alert and keeping an eye on the quilts. No one is suppose to touch a quilt except a helper or the owner. I wouldn't worry, the thrill of seeing your quilt on display is worth it.

quiltingshorttimer

our local guild show doesn't display outdoors, but we do carry liability for quilts lost/damaged and any one hurt on the show site.

Daylesewblessed

I would be so hesitant to have one of my quilts displayed in direct sunlight. I agree with MaryKatherine in watching how the show is handled this year and then decide for the future. Your quilt will keep for a year unless you are planning to sell or gift it right away.

SherB

Thank you all for your responses. I will do as suggested; watch this year and see how they handle it all. The quilt is for me so it will keep til next year. I'm not looking for fame and fortune by displaying so if I never show one I don't think it will ever matter! Lol

AudreyB

Our quilt show is indoors, so that is a bit different from your question. On security though, it is a two-day show and during the day our guild members working at the show keep a sharp eye out. We have a security guard watch the quilts and vendor areas during the nighttime. We charge a minimal entry fee to help defray the cost of the facility. Mostly, though, we consider our quilt show a "Show and Tell" for the public so we welcome all types a levels of quilts.

JENNR8R

I've had quilts displayed in local, state, national, and international shows. There is always a set amount of liability insurance included. If you want more coverage, you can buy it through the show if you include an appraisal of the quilt. I have no idea how easy it would be to collect the insurance money if there was a problem. I've never had a problem.

institches33

Our guild attended an outdoor quilt show in rural Ohio and it was said over and over, "How can anyone let these beautiful quilts be hung on barns and fences?". It was lovely to see all the quilts, but I wonder if the owners would do it again. Things happen.