Tag Archive | quilt
Queen of Nobody
Valentine’s Day can be the best of times or the worst of times. For the many women without a special man in their lives, Valentine’s Day can be painful. I made Queen of Nobody to capture that feeling of loneliness. The blues in this quilt and the crazy log cabin pattern carry out the theme [...]
Blue Heart
I guess the cold gray days of January have put me in a blue mood. My first quilt of 2012 turns out to be a blue quilt. (I almost never make blue quilts). I had no particular purpose in making this quilt. As with many of my quilts, the fabric speaks to me. I named [...]
Life’s Twists and Turns On Loan to the Mills Center
Life’s Twists and Turns is on loan to the Helene S. Mills Senior Multi-Purpose Center. The Center is located at 515 John Wesley Dobbs, Atlanta, GA.
A Life of Selfless Service
A Life of Selfless Service was commissioned by the Board of Managers of the Young Family YMCA for Diane Baker King, the Executive Director. Ms. King recently lost her mother, so the Board hopes that the quilt will give her comfort as well as thank her for her dedicated service to the YMCA. My avid [...]
I Believe in Angels #17
I believe that I am surrounded by all types of angels who whisper in my ear when the time is right. I like to keep lots of angels in my studio as well as share them with others. After sharing the first 10 angels in this series, I am now working on #11-20. You can [...]
Save the Date: Jewelry and Quilt Open House is November 10
The next Jewelry and Quilt Open House will be held November 10, 2012 from 1 p.m. – 7 p.m. at the home of Connie Marshall, 500 Stonebriar Way, Atlanta, GA. We have decided to hold our open house only once per year, on the second Saturday in November. Mark your calendar now because this is when [...]
A Life of Simple Abundance
Most artists view their art as spiritual. I am no exception. A book that informs my life and my quilting is Simple Abundance by Sarah Ban Breathnach. I find that it helps to keep me focused on living a life of gratitude and joy. Ultimately, the book teaches you to find your authentic self. Presumably, once you [...]
Be Ready! #7 (Even If You Don’t Get to Go)
My new series called Be Ready! (Even If You Don’t Get to Go) stresses the importance of preparation. These are small quilts that measure 10 x 12 inches, but they make a big impact. Be Ready! #7 (Even If You Don’t Get to Go) features an appliqued dress in a brown and black African print. [...]
Be Ready! #6 (Even If You Don’t Get to Go)
My new series called Be Ready! (Even If You Don’t Get to Go) stresses the importance of preparation. These are small quilts that measure 10 x 12 inches, but they make a big impact. Be Ready! #6 (Even If You Don’t Get to Go) features an appliqued dress in a fushia and pink African print. [...]
Jazzy Dreams Finds New Home
Jazzy Dreams was under the Christmas tree of a special little girl in California. I hope it inspires her dreams whatever they may be.
