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My Quilt “Blue Heart” Becomes a Memory Quilt
Assistant DeKalb County Attorney Bennett Bryan argued a case on behalf of the DeKalb County Tax Commissioner before the Georgia Court of Appeals. This was no ordinary argument however. The Court was sitting at the University of Georgia where Bennett received … Continue reading
A Beautiful Day in Rome
When India and I travel, I try to document the trip with a quilt. That way, we have our mental memories and a tangible memory that we can touch. Last summer, India and I spent a magical weekend in Rome … Continue reading
Be Bold
I named my newest quilt Be Bold because that is the name that popped into my head when I stood back and looked at the quilt. Be Bold is based on a pattern called “Amish With a Twist.” It features sampler … Continue reading
Posted in A Quilter's Life, My Treasured Heirlooms
Tagged African American quilter, amish quilt, Be Bold, O.V. Brantley, quilt
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Flight Dreams
Have you ever been to New Mexico? Neither had I until now. The American Quilter’s Society (AQS) gave me the excuse I needed to explore an unknown. AQS is hosting its first quilt show in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and I … Continue reading
Holiday Quilts Added Warmth to DeKalb County Attorney’s Office Holiday Festivities
Christmas quilts added their special warmth to the DeKalb County Attorney’s Office and the Sixth Floor of the Administration Building this holiday season. They provided an enjoyable quilted wonderland.
Posted in A Quilter's Life, Christmas Quilts
Tagged African American quilter, African Christmas, applique quilt, Believe!, Christmas on Stonebriar, Christmas Quilts, Dekal County, DeKalb County Law Department, fabric art, Joyful Noise, O.V. Brantley, patchwork, quilt, quilter, www.etsy.com/shop/OVBrantleyQuilts
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Neighbors Jewelry and Quilt Holiday Open House is Today
My annual Holiday Open House held with my neighbor and friend Connie Marshall is today! Come by 500 Stonebriar Way, Atlanta, GA between 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. to see the latest editions to our collections. My quilts are 50% off … Continue reading
Happy National Coffee Day!
To all my friends who, like me, cannot start the day without coffee, I wish you an energetic and alert day! My quilt Coffee With Cream Please lives on my bed and wakes me up each morning. I love the … Continue reading
My Stars Got Rhythm
My trip to Baltimore for the International Municipal Lawyers Association (IMLA) conference coincides with the 200th anniversary of the Star-Spangled Banner. Francis Scott Key, an attorney, wrote the Star-Spangled Banner during the Battle of Baltimore which occurred during the War … Continue reading
I Love Strong Coffee
This week I am attending the annual conference of the International Municipal Lawyers Association (IMLA) in Baltimore. The meetings start early and go late. There is also a lot to see and experience in Baltimore, and since this is my … Continue reading
Enjoy Your Labor Today!
I am spending a joyful day in my quilt studio today. I plan to start a new quilt and finish an old one. The quilt I am sharing with you today is called Inspiration. It was named after a Carnival … Continue reading
