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​The Grand Showcase: Smaller by Design

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Call for Entry: The Soft Quiet

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Entry Fee: $10.00

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We are living in a world of constant noise—digital pings, global upheaval, and the relentless pace of modern life. Yet, in the middle of this chaos, we find anchors that ground us. This exhibition seeks textile and fiber-based works that explore the personal sanctuaries where we find peace and tranquility.

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We invite you to translate your "quiet places" into tactile form. We are looking for pieces that don't just depict peace, but evoke it through texture, tension, and technique.

 

Inspiration & Prompts

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Where do you go when the world feels too loud? Your submission might explore:

 

The rhythmic chop of vegetables for a family meal, the steam of a morning tea, or the weight of a handmade quilt.

 

The muffled silence of a forest, the repetitive pull of the tide, or a specific "secret spot" in the wild.

 

Helping a loved one, the warmth of a hand held, or the quiet presence of a sleeping pet.

 

Perhaps its between the pages of a book or the meditative headspace of the artistic process itself.

 

Submission Guidelines

• Medium: Open to all fiber arts (weaving, embroidery, quilting, felting, soft sculpture, lace, etc.).

• Dimensions: Size is limited to a maximum of 20" wide by 30" tall.

• Artist Statement: Please include a brief narrative (150 words) describing the specific source of peace that inspired your work.

• Please attach a sleeve to the artwork.

• Submissions due by September 15, 2026. More details to follow.

• Artwork may be offered for sale. 20% of the purchase price will be retained Helping Hands Resources, the beneficiary of our event.

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