TYLER — When the doors open Friday at Harvey Convention Center to the 29th annual Azalea Quilt Show, visitors may have one of two reactions.

They may step through a door marked “Past” (remembering time spent with their grandmothers learning to quilt, sew, embroider, and do other handwork), or they may walk into the “Future” (getting a chance to try parts of the quilting process in “Learn to Quilt” areas, talking with guild members, and talking with the various merchants who will answer questions about this uniquely American art form).

The beauty and variety of the quilts will inspire thoughts many never knew they had about beautifying their surroundings with their own skills, a press release said.

The Azalea Quilt Show, “With Heart and Hands,” is judged, so visitors will see ribbons identifying “Best of Show,” “Best Hand Quilting,” “Blue, Red, White,” and “Honorable Mention.” Pat Harrison of Exeter, Rhode Island is the judge. She will evaluate each quilt and each entrant will receive a sheet telling the quilt maker what was done well and what areas need improvement.

KLTV chief meteorologist Mark Scirto will select his favorite quilt for the Rose City Award. Before the show opens, guild members will choose one quilt to honor as Member’s Choice. The public will be able to vote on the Viewer’s Choice Award, which will be announced on Saturday afternoon.

In addition to about 200 quilts of almost every style, more than two dozen Crazy Quilt blocks will be in the guild’s challenge.

Included in the show is an old-fashioned bed turning, done modern style. Previously, quilts made for sale were stored on a farmhouse bed and when buyers came, the housewife showed the top quilt and then roll it back and show the next, until the buyer found the one he wanted.

Modern style means each quilt will be held up and Marleta Herndon will give the history of each antique quilt. The bed turnings are scheduled daily, from 11:30 a.m. to noon, and from 2 to 2:30.

Another special section of the show is set up as “With BIG Hearts and Little Hands.” It will feature children’s creations, often made with the help of grandparents. Girl Scouts from Canton and Van will show blocks they made and present them to organizations that will make them into quilts.

Tickets for the raffle quilt, Peaches and Cream, can be purchased. Funds raised will be given to Datie Florence Brown Children’s Home, St. Paul’s Children’s Foundation, and the Education Department of Caldwell Zoo.

Edom Bakery & Grill will offer coffee, tea, and other items.