DESERT QUILTERS OF NEVADA
This year’s U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree is making history as the first ever from Nevada’s Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. Desert Quilters of Nevada members worked very hard to make 10 tree skirts that will travel to the U.S. Capitol and be displayed with the trees placed throughout the various agencies. To find out more about the route the trees will take to Washington, DC, visit, The Tour – U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree website.
Pieced by Jordyn Fletcher
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Longarm Services by Block Party Quilt Co.
This tree skirt celebrates the beauty and diversity of Nevada’s public lands, each panel spotlighting a distinct place that embodies our state’s rugged landscapes, rich history, and natural wonder. The eight panels honor Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park, Valley of Fire State Park, Sand Harbor State Park, Fort Churchill State Historic Park, Cathedral Gorge State Park, Berlin-Ichthyosaur State Park, Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, and Great Basin National Park — from ancient geological formations to historic ruins, from alpine peaks to vivid desert vistas. It’s a tribute to Nevada’s wild heritage, inviting viewers to reflect on the lands that shape our identity and to protect them for future generations.”
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Longarm Services by Block Party Quilt Co.
This tree skirt celebrates the beauty and diversity of Nevada’s public lands, each panel spotlighting a distinct place that embodies our state’s rugged landscapes, rich history, and natural wonder. The eight panels honor Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park, Valley of Fire State Park, Sand Harbor State Park, Fort Churchill State Historic Park, Cathedral Gorge State Park, Berlin-Ichthyosaur State Park, Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, and Great Basin National Park — from ancient geological formations to historic ruins, from alpine peaks to vivid desert vistas. It’s a tribute to Nevada’s wild heritage, inviting viewers to reflect on the lands that shape our identity and to protect them for future generations.”
HOME MEANS NEVADA
Made by members of Boulder City Cut-ups Circle
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We're thrilled to share our 2025 US Capitol Christmas Tree Skirt program with you! This tree skirt features iconic landscapes in Southern Nevada.
In this quilt, you will discover the mining towns of old Nevada, the remnants of the past, and the ghost towns left behind by the miners who came to Nevada in search of gold. Red Rock Canyon, with its stunning red clay soil, wildlife, and wildflowers, stands tall over the Las Vegas skyline, a true natural wonder. The Las Vegas Hoover Dam, the powerhouse that provides water and electricity for the Las Vegas Valley, is just a short drive from the famous Las Vegas Strip. Mt. Charleston is also a short drive from the Las Vegas strip, which attracts many visitors to our valley with an alpine setting for both an incredible summer and winter escape. Beautiful spring & fall colors are there, as well as winter snows for skiing fun. Tule Springs Fossil Beds has dry washes and desert terrain with vibrant scenery and colorful desert life. Finally, the Valley of Fire State Park is filled with petroglyphs etched in the rocks and walls of the canyon. Boulder City is home to our beloved Big Horn sheep, quail, and beautiful cacti plants.
These represent what we call home- Nevada, the Silver State.
Made by members of Boulder City Cut-ups Circle
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We're thrilled to share our 2025 US Capitol Christmas Tree Skirt program with you! This tree skirt features iconic landscapes in Southern Nevada.
In this quilt, you will discover the mining towns of old Nevada, the remnants of the past, and the ghost towns left behind by the miners who came to Nevada in search of gold. Red Rock Canyon, with its stunning red clay soil, wildlife, and wildflowers, stands tall over the Las Vegas skyline, a true natural wonder. The Las Vegas Hoover Dam, the powerhouse that provides water and electricity for the Las Vegas Valley, is just a short drive from the famous Las Vegas Strip. Mt. Charleston is also a short drive from the Las Vegas strip, which attracts many visitors to our valley with an alpine setting for both an incredible summer and winter escape. Beautiful spring & fall colors are there, as well as winter snows for skiing fun. Tule Springs Fossil Beds has dry washes and desert terrain with vibrant scenery and colorful desert life. Finally, the Valley of Fire State Park is filled with petroglyphs etched in the rocks and walls of the canyon. Boulder City is home to our beloved Big Horn sheep, quail, and beautiful cacti plants.
These represent what we call home- Nevada, the Silver State.
NEVADA DESERT IN LIVING COLOR
Made by Lorraine Allers, Susan Treahy & Marlin Williams, Las Vegas, NV
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Techniques used are machine embroidery,
applique, pieced, and machine quilted. We aimed to capture the rich golden color of our Southern Nevada desert, a representation of Red Rock Canyon, Valley of Fire, and the life within it.
In the Nevada desert, where the sun beats down so hot,
Life finds a way to flourish, a resilient, vibrant plot.
Beneath the blazing sun, the land may seem so stark and bare,
Yet, tiny desert flowers bloom, a vibrant, unexpected flare.
The silence of the desert, a profound and sacred space,
Where ancient whispers linger, etched in every rock and trace.
The endless dunes, a golden sea, where winds carve paths anew,
a testament to nature's power, stark and grand and true.
Though harsh and unforgiving, the desert holds a magic of its own,
A place where strength and beauty, in every living thing, are shown.
From scorching days to starlit nights, a life of grit and grace,
The Nevada desert's beauty, time cannot erase.
By Marlin Williams
Made by Lorraine Allers, Susan Treahy & Marlin Williams, Las Vegas, NV
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Techniques used are machine embroidery,
applique, pieced, and machine quilted. We aimed to capture the rich golden color of our Southern Nevada desert, a representation of Red Rock Canyon, Valley of Fire, and the life within it.
In the Nevada desert, where the sun beats down so hot,
Life finds a way to flourish, a resilient, vibrant plot.
Beneath the blazing sun, the land may seem so stark and bare,
Yet, tiny desert flowers bloom, a vibrant, unexpected flare.
The silence of the desert, a profound and sacred space,
Where ancient whispers linger, etched in every rock and trace.
The endless dunes, a golden sea, where winds carve paths anew,
a testament to nature's power, stark and grand and true.
Though harsh and unforgiving, the desert holds a magic of its own,
A place where strength and beauty, in every living thing, are shown.
From scorching days to starlit nights, a life of grit and grace,
The Nevada desert's beauty, time cannot erase.
By Marlin Williams
HOME MEANS NEVADA
Made by Mary Bittle, Henderson, NV
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I used the log cabin as the quilt pattern to pay homage to our statehood year of 1864. The neutral colors with sage centers were used because of our vast deserts. It was daunting, and I wanted so much more for this tree skirt.
Made by Mary Bittle, Henderson, NV
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I used the log cabin as the quilt pattern to pay homage to our statehood year of 1864. The neutral colors with sage centers were used because of our vast deserts. It was daunting, and I wanted so much more for this tree skirt.
HOME MEANS NEVADA
Made by members of Loose Threads Circle; quilted by Nancy Morneault, Circle Leader
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This tree skirt is a whimsical representation of all the wild quail we have running through our yards in Southern Nevada.
Made by members of Loose Threads Circle; quilted by Nancy Morneault, Circle Leader
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This tree skirt is a whimsical representation of all the wild quail we have running through our yards in Southern Nevada.
HOME MEANS LAS VEGAS
Embroidered and sewn by Susan Beall, Loose Threads Circle member; quilted by Nancy Morneault, Circle Leader
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Designed to capture all that represents Las Vegas, NV – gaming, shows, sparklets and lights.
Embroidered and sewn by Susan Beall, Loose Threads Circle member; quilted by Nancy Morneault, Circle Leader
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Designed to capture all that represents Las Vegas, NV – gaming, shows, sparklets and lights.
LOG CABIN TWINKLING STARS
Made by Sherrie Sapp Bryant, Las Vegas, NV; Darla Cooper (sister), Houston, TX.
Their mother, Betty Brown, Houston, TX removed all the paper.
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Design Source: Diamond Log Cabin, Foundation Paper Pieced pattern by Cindi Edgerton
Techniques used: Machine foundation paper pieced, and machine quilted.
Fabric sourced with Robert Tibesar, co-owner of Quiltique, Henderson, NV.
Inspiration: Gold diamonds and triangles show light through the trees.
Made by Sherrie Sapp Bryant, Las Vegas, NV; Darla Cooper (sister), Houston, TX.
Their mother, Betty Brown, Houston, TX removed all the paper.
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Design Source: Diamond Log Cabin, Foundation Paper Pieced pattern by Cindi Edgerton
Techniques used: Machine foundation paper pieced, and machine quilted.
Fabric sourced with Robert Tibesar, co-owner of Quiltique, Henderson, NV.
Inspiration: Gold diamonds and triangles show light through the trees.
NIGHT SKY
Made by Paula Lupina, Las Vegas, NV
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I decided to represent the neon lights with a custom print fabric of The Strip of Las Vegas. Fortunately, I was able to find a star fabric that was not too graphic or simple. The purplish fabric reminds me of a nighttime sky.
Fun fact: I bought the pattern and when I got home, I realized it was too big for my trees. I saved it because you never know when you might need it. The name of the pattern is 1994 Christmas Tree Skirt”. A mere 31 years later and I finally used the pattern.
Made by Paula Lupina, Las Vegas, NV
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I decided to represent the neon lights with a custom print fabric of The Strip of Las Vegas. Fortunately, I was able to find a star fabric that was not too graphic or simple. The purplish fabric reminds me of a nighttime sky.
Fun fact: I bought the pattern and when I got home, I realized it was too big for my trees. I saved it because you never know when you might need it. The name of the pattern is 1994 Christmas Tree Skirt”. A mere 31 years later and I finally used the pattern.
STARRY NIGHTS, NEON LIGHTS
Pieced by DQN Junior Quilters
Quilted by Gina Fiddes, Group Leader
Binding by Ceil Choukalas
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The students were so excited to participate in this project. Our skirt represents starry nights neon lights. The challenge was to find a piecing technique that allowed for a variety of seam allowances by multiple contributors. We decided bargello would work best. Kaffe and Tula fabrics were chosen to represent the lights on the strip. Sandstone colored fabrics represent the mountains surrounding the city. The starry fabric speaks for itself. Each student signed their wedge and included their age. A label on the back has a picture of the students and lists their name and age.
Thank you for the opportunity to participate in this historic project.
Pieced by DQN Junior Quilters
Quilted by Gina Fiddes, Group Leader
Binding by Ceil Choukalas
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The students were so excited to participate in this project. Our skirt represents starry nights neon lights. The challenge was to find a piecing technique that allowed for a variety of seam allowances by multiple contributors. We decided bargello would work best. Kaffe and Tula fabrics were chosen to represent the lights on the strip. Sandstone colored fabrics represent the mountains surrounding the city. The starry fabric speaks for itself. Each student signed their wedge and included their age. A label on the back has a picture of the students and lists their name and age.
Thank you for the opportunity to participate in this historic project.