DescriptionWe were to recreate the original quilt (Gee's Bend). I chose Loretta Pettway born 1942, Medallion ca. 1960, knit and cotton sacking material (87 x 70). In my quilt I used cotton fabricsized 40 x 30.
DescriptionTulips start at the beginning of spring. This machine quilted off center log cabin block gives the shape of three jumbo African tulips. I like tulips and wanted to show them with a twist similar to...
DescriptionIn my quilting guild (NHQG) we were asked to do a wall hanging of a woman that most inspired us. Of course I did my mother (Emmie D. Melvin) first. I decided I would do Maya Angelou . I had a book of...
DescriptionThe Courthouse Steps quilt pattern is a variation of the traditional 12” square Log Cabin quilt pattern. Two strips of fabric are added to opposite sides of a center square first, and then two more...
DescriptionThe Crazy Quilt Block pattern has many variations. The quilt is made of crazy shaped pieces stitched to a foundation fabric. The piecing can embellished or not embellished. Embroidery, ribbons, lace,...
DescriptionThe Chinese Coins quilt pattern was selected for the simplicity of a linear design. This quilt was made from colorful batik fat quarters (18” x 21” precut fabric) cut into strips of 2.5” x...
DescriptionThe inspiration for this quilt is a tribute to the quilters of Gee’s Bend, Alabama. Their quilts have received honorable recognition in art galleries and museums. They made quilts for a living and...
