If you love quilting, sewing, or any of the fabric arts then start making your plans now for the Vermont Quilt Shop Hop. This 10-day extravaganza leads you to 15 of the most colorful quilt shops in the Green Mountain State. Get discounts, win prizes, and visit stores full of ideas, materials, and like-minded folk.

Mark your calendar now, the Vermont Quilt Shop Hop will take place from March 22 - March 31, 2019. To join in the fun, purchase a passport at any of the 15 participating locations and begin your journey.

Hop from one shop to the next during the 10-day event and get your passport stamped at each location. Turn in the back cover of your passport by the final day to register to win incredible prizes. Each shop will also offer a coupon to be used at their location for big savings. While you can't possibly complete the entire hop in a day, you can use the customizable map above to plan out your strategy for visiting all of the fantastic stores during the Vermont Quilt Shop Hop. Click here to use the map. Meanwhile let's check out these crafty shops and see what you have to look forward to in March

1. Norton House Quilting, Wilmington

FInd 51 years of experience at this long-standing shop. Norton House Quilting is a self-proclaimed quilter's paradise and we have to agree. Visit the shop at 30 W. Main St., Wilmington, VT 05363.

2. Quilt-a-way Fabrics, Westminster

There's no shortage of color at Quilt-a-way Fabrics. Find inspiration in books, fabrics, and threads to start brainstorming on your next project. Find the shop at 190 Back Westminster Rd., Westminster, VT 05158.

3. Country Treasures, Chester

Over 6,000 bolts of fabric are waiting to be discovered at this charming quilt shop. Country Treasures is loaded with fabrics, notions, and quilting supplies but also has its own gift shop and homemade maple syrup too. Visit their expansive collection at 12 The Commons,

Chester, VT 05143.

4. Waterwheel House Quilt Shop, Londonderry

This quilt shop housed in a historic farmhouse is a real treat to visit. Full of the latest fabrics, books, notions, and sample quilts, your eyes won't know where to look first. Find Waterwheel House Quilt Shop at 6795 VT-100, Londonderry, VT 05148.

5. The Quilters' Corner at Middlebury Sew -N- Vac, Middlebury

While you'll find all the supplies you need to create a wonderful quilt, this shop also sells and services sewing machines. Indulge in a new fabric or new tool to make your projects stand out. Visit The Quilters' Corner at Middlebury Sew -N- Vac at 1428 US-7, Middlebury, VT 05753.

6. Quilting With Color, Williston

Quilting With Color certainly lives up to its name. Fun and bright choices await at this fabric lover's paradise. Find the shop at 21 Taft Corners Shopping Center, Williston, VT 05495.

7. Yankee Pride Quilts, Essex Junction

With fun promotional sales happening almost every week, this quilt shop is a haven for savings. Enjoy everything bold and vibrant at Yankee Pride Quilts. Visit the store at 9 Main St., Essex Junction, VT 05452.

8. Sunny Laurel Sisters, Colchester

Fabric, books, notions, patterns, and even classes at this small shop are appealing to all quilters. From solids to patterns, the cotton fabrics are just divine here. Find Sunny Laurel Sisters at 3424 Roosevelt Hwy. B, Colchester, VT 05446.

9. Vermont Quilter's Schoolhouse, Troy

This delightful shop is chock full of quilting fun. Enjoy a huge selection of materials to get a jump start on your next masterpiece. Visit Vermont Quilter's Schoolhouse at 6529 VT-100, Troy, VT 05868.

10. Countryside Fabrics, Newport

This dreamy shop moved to a new location this past spring and are continuing to thrive. This little gem is a must-visit when you're in town. Find Countryside Fabrics at 1059 Vermont Route 105, Newport, VT 05855.

11. Country Thyme Vermont, Derby

This iconic gift shop is full of baskets, local folk art, and collectibles but it's also is full of quilting supplies. This is a one-stop shop for all your gift giving and quilting needs. Visit Country Thyme Vermont at 60 VT-111, Derby, VT 05829.

12. Sewin' Love Fabric Shoppe, Lyndonville

Don't be fooled by the outside, this tiny but mighty shop has something for every quilting enthusiast. Fabrics of lively hues and patterns will stir up new creative ambitions. Visit Sewin' Love Fabric Shoppe at 101 Depot St., Lyndonville, VT 05851.

13. Barnyard Quilting, Fairlee

Located along the Connecticut River, this shop has a wall of fabric you'll love. This stop on the Vermont Quilt Shop Hop is sure to motivate you into a new quilting creation. Visit Barnyard Quilting at 232 US-5, Fairlee, VT 05045.

14. A Quilters Garden, Montpelier

With fabric sprouting up everywhere in this store, A Quilters Garden is a pleasure to visit. Patterns, notions, threads, fabrics and more will keep you captivated for hours. Visit this shop at 342 River St., Montpelier, VT 05602.

15. Stowe Fabric and Yarn, Stowe

This ski town is blessed to have a quilt shop featuring so many hard-to-find patterned fabrics. Wander off the mountain and spend some time browsing this creative oasis. Find Stowe Fabric and Yarn at 37 Depot St., Stowe, VT 05672.

With 15 amazing spots to visit, this is one journey you're going to love. For more information on the passport, prizes, and discounts for the 2019 Vermont Quilt Shop Hop visit their website. Start making your plans now for this awesome 10-day event in March 2019.

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