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OHCE Completes 2026 Patriotic Sampler Quilt
Sequoyah County OHCE group creates commemorative quilt for 250th birthday of the United States
Published on Mar. 4, 2026
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The Sequoyah County OHCE (Oklahoma Home and Community Education) group has completed their raffle quilt for the 2026 quilt show. This year's quilt is a Patriotic Sampler Quilt, created in commemoration and celebration of the 250th birthday of the United States of America. The quilt features individual blocks contributed by OHCE members, each with their own unique design.
Why it matters
The Patriotic Sampler Quilt represents a community coming together to honor a significant milestone in American history through a cherished local tradition. The raffle of the quilt also serves as a fundraiser for the OHCE group's activities and initiatives.
The details
Each OHCE member who sews was asked to contribute a block of their choice for the quilt. The completed quilt features the diverse creations of the Sequoyah County OHCE members. Raffle tickets for the quilt are being sold for $2 each or three for $5, with the drawing to take place at the upcoming quilt show. The quilt show is also accepting entries for additional quilts to be displayed.
- The Patriotic Sampler Quilt was completed in March 2026.
- The quilt show and raffle drawing will take place later in 2026.
The players
Sequoyah County OHCE
The Oklahoma Home and Community Education group in Sequoyah County, Oklahoma, who created the Patriotic Sampler Quilt.
Bev Covington
The Quilt Show Chair for the Sequoyah County OHCE group.
Pat Taylor
The Quilt Show Co-chair for the Sequoyah County OHCE group.
What’s next
Raffle tickets for the Patriotic Sampler Quilt will be on sale until the quilt show, where the winner will be drawn. Entries are also being accepted for additional quilts to be displayed at the show.
The takeaway
The Patriotic Sampler Quilt created by the Sequoyah County OHCE group is a testament to the community's commitment to honoring American history and supporting local traditions through a collaborative quilting project.
