Editor's note: The following story was inadvertently omitted from Monday's edition and replaced with a story about the exhibit's awards presentation that was published Sunday.

Quilters and quilting enthusiasts will now have a place to view some of the best work sewn by artists from around the world.

The 29th annual Quilts=Art=Quilts contemporary quilt exhibit opened Sunday at the Schweinfurth Memorial Art Center in Auburn.

The show features contemporary quilts from artists from the United States, Canada, Japan, Israel, Australia, and New Zealand.

“Quilting is very popular,” said Donna Lamb, Schweinfurth executive director. “This exhibit is a nationally-known show that celebrates quilting. Some of the most talented quilters in the world will be showcasing their work in this exhibit.”

Bonnie Crosby, of Auburn, spent the afternoon enjoying the 89 quilts on display produced by more than 67 artists.

“I come here every year,” she said. “The quilts just get more creative and beautiful each year.”

Crosby, a traditional quilter, said although she is very interested in the contemporary quilting techniques, she hasn't yet sewn one herself.

“Maybe someday,” she said.

Because the quilting show is held throughout the holiday season, ending Jan. 10, it has unofficially become a holiday tradition for many quilters and enthusiasts throughout its 29 years of existence.

“It has become a stop for many families,” Lamb said. “For a lot of people who return home for the holiday season it has become a comfortable piece of home.”

Contemporary quilting for many is a way to break free from the typical patterns. It is a way of taking an artistic medium and just creating a vision.

“The difference between traditional and contemporary quilting is all about personal taste,” Lamb said. “There is room for it all. All quilting, whether it is traditional or contemporary, comes from the same basic skills.”

But whether you are a traditional quilter, a contemporary quilter, or someone who just loves looking at the vast and varied designs and techniques of quilting, the exhibit is sure to please claimed Lamb.

“They are just amazing,” said Sophie Renahan, of Auburn. “I have sewn all of my life but I have never quilted. This exhibit, these quilts are just awesome.”