Gammill_Patriotic_Machine
WEST PLAINS, MO: GAMMILL QUILTING SYSTEMS, the world’s leading manufacturer of hand- and computer-guided longarm quilting systems, in partnership with the Quilts of Valor Foundation (QOVF), Seaford, DE; is proud to announce the scheduled unveiling of a symbolically painted longarm quilting machine as a tribute to American patriotism; Thursday, October 15 at 10:00 a.m. during a special Ceremony marking the opening of the 2009 International Quilt Festival, Houston TX.
Designed to serve as a patriotic symbol of homage and healing for America’s war wounded, the custom painted Gammill hand-guided quilting machine bears images of the United States Stars & Stripes, an American Eagle, the Constitution, Raising the Flag on Iwo Jima, and a Saluting Soldier. The machine pays tribute to and thanks all servicemen and women who proudly serve the United States Military.
Catherine Roberts, 2003 founder of the Quilts of Valor Foundation, commented, "The imagery depicted on the machine is both stunning and moving. The detail and craftsmanship of the illustrations are truly remarkable. The machine boldly represents our Organization’
Gammill commissioned artist Christopher Cofield to paint the machine, which took approximately 50-hours to airbrush. Ronald Parker, Gammill, Inc., CEO stated, “The Patriotic machine has been an honor to create in partnership with the Quilts of Valor Foundation. It is symbolic of the brave servicemen and women who have given their lives to defend our liberty. I am pleased we could design and build this machine in their honor.”
Quilts of Valor has enlisted Juilliard School graduate, Actor and Singer Ross Chitwood to sing the National and American Anthem during the unveiling Ceremony. The machine will be on display and in use making Wartime Quilts of Valor throughout the Festival.
• ABOUT GAMMILL QUILTING SYSTEMS:
Gammill Quilting Systems is the world’s leading manufacturer of professional hand- and computer-guided longarm quilting systems, which includes Statler Stitcher®. The company's headquarters is in West Plains, MO, with a worldwide network of Dealers. Several machine models and sizes are available, with features and tools for different quilting needs. For more information about Gammill’s complete quilting product line (including the computerized Statler Stitcher and the entry-level Premier Home-Pro), or to find an Authorized Dealer nearest you: Stop-by Gammill’s booth at the Show: 400,02,04,501,03,05;
• ABOUT THE QUILTS OF VALOR FOUNDATION (QOVF):
The Quilts of Valor Foundation is dedicated to providing ALL war wounded and servicemembers and veterans with Wartime Quilts of Valor. A QOV is a beautifully made, pieced and quilted wartime quilt presented as a thank you for a veteran or current servicemembers’
• ABOUT THE INTERNATIONAL QUILT FESTIVAL/HOUSTON:
The International Quilt Festival/Houston – “The World’s Fair of Quilts” is the largest annual quilt show, sale, and quilt making academy in the world. Produced by Quilts Inc., the event attracts more than 55,000 attendees with 1,500+ quilts, cloth dolls and garments on display; more than 1000 booths selling antique and contemporary quilts, supplies, books, notions, antiques, and crafts; and more than 400+ classes, lectures, and events for all skill levels. The 2009 Festival is scheduled for October 15-18 at the George R. Brown Convention Center, Houston, TX. For more information, visit www.QUILTS.com or phone: 713-781-6864.
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