THE Festival of Quilts at The NEC, Birmingham, from August 19-22 is the largest and most eagerly anticipated event in the patchwork and quilting calendar anywhere in Europe - and we have 10 pairs of tickets to give away.

Those who adore textiles, whilst not pretending to have a specific love for quilts, have also come to recognise the sheer spectacle afforded by The Festival of Quilts. You certainly don’t need to be a maker to be transfixed by the beauty, colour and artistry, which surrounds you within this massive event.

Last year over 30,000 people travelled from over 50 countries around the globe demonstrating the sheer scale of The Festival of Quilts.

Quilts are displayed in their thousands and come in many guises from both competition entrants and professional artists such as Kaffe Fassett, Susan Shie and Jane Dunnewold.

The festival is also about doing, as well as looking. Vast numbers of workshops and lectures are presented to allow both the beginner or the expert to explore new territory. The shopping is immense and never has there been a greater variety of patchwork and quilting suppliers gathered together under one roof anywhere in Europe.

Tickets priced at £11 for adults, £10 for over 60s and £5 for children (aged four-18) are available by calling 01394 288521 or visiting www.twistedthread.com Tickets are also available by calling The Ticket Factory on 0844 338 800, or visit www.theticketfactory.com.

To be in with the chance of winning one of 10 pairs of tickets to the show, just answer the following question: How many people travelled from around the globe to the Festival of Quilts last year?

Please include your name and address with your entry. Closing date is Wednesday, July 28 at noon. Usual rules apply and the editor's decision is final.

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