Tag Archives: Mother’s Day

Evora’s Earth — A Tribute to My Mama

Posted on May 10, 2015 by ovbrantley

I grew up happy in a small town. My Mama had everything to do with that. Evora’s Earth is one of the first quilts I made when I began quilting. It honors my Mama and the values she taught my … Continue reading →

Posted in A Quilter's Life, My Treasured Heirlooms | Tagged African American quilter, Evora's Earth, fabric art, Mother's Day, O.V. Brantley, patchwork | 1 Comment

A Mother’s Spring

Posted on May 12, 2013 by ovbrantley

Today is Mother’s Day, but so much has happened in our life, we are celebrating Mother’s Spring. When India pledged Delta Sigma Theta, it was a very special time for us. Mother and daughter became sisters. Life felt pretty full. … Continue reading →

Posted in A Quilter's Life, Quiltmaker's Daughter | Tagged African American quilter, India Brantley, Mother's Day, O.V. Brantley, Uncommon Legacy, University of Pittsburgh, www.etsy.com/shop/OVBrantleyQuilts | 1 Comment

Happy Mother’s Day!

Posted on May 13, 2012 by ovbrantley

Everyday is mother’s day, but it never hurts to add a little something extra. Happy Mother’s Day! My quilt Evora’s Earth honors my mother Evora Hicks. She was an exceptional lady.

Posted in A Quilter's Life, My Treasured Heirlooms | Tagged African American quilter, Evora Hicks, Evora's Earth, fabric art, Mother's Day, O.V. Brantley | 2 Comments

Happy Mother’s Day!

Posted on May 9, 2010 by ovbrantley

I have enjoyed every minute of my 18+ years of being a mother. I think most mothers feel this way. Not being one who ever indulged in self-hatred, I have tried to make India an improved spitting image of me. … Continue reading →