Quilt County Returns to Softstar for 2019
The quilts are back!
Every two years since 1991, Oregon's Benton County transforms itself into Quilt County. For several weeks in the fall, 15 diverse exhibits honor the art and craft of quilt making at venues scattered throughout the towns of Corvallis and Philomath, and Sofstar is proud to be among them once again.
For 2019, our exhibit features works of the Corvallis Modern Quilt Guild as they explore the centuries-old craft of quilting in contemporary, creative ways. 20 quilts in a variety of sizes and styles are currently on display inside our workshop until October 3.
We strongly encourage any local quilters or crafters to swing by and see these impressive quilts firsthand. They have definitely added a touch of pizzazz to our workshop. I think all our shoemaking elves now feel just a little more cozy and colorful.
Visitors can see the quilts at our workshop (914 Main Street, Philomath) during our regular showroom hours: 10am–4pm, Tuesday–Saturday.
Quilt County is sponsored by the Marys River Quilt Guild and the Benton County Historical Museum, in cooperation with other Benton County cultural agencies, churches, shops and galleries.
Martin is a lifelong runner who began wearing minimalist shoes over 10 years ago when he found they alleviated his chronic foot pain, which eventually disappeared completely. He further studied proper running form through a series of workshops taught by the inventor of Correct Toes Toe Spacers, Dr. Ray McClanahan DPM. Martin has collaborated with several health care professionals to collect and share peer-reviewed studies that show the benefits of minimalist footwear. In his personal life, Martin loves living in the Pacific Northwest because it allows him to enjoy a variety of outdoor activities year-round, including hiking, cycling, rock climbing, surfing and snowboarding.