Watch Night
Some people go to parties on New Year’s Eve, and some people go to church. Where I grew up, we went to Watch Night Service at First...
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O.V. Brantley
Dec 31, 20231 min read
Rugged Solitude
It's been nice to spend this week in deep thought -- remembering and revitalizing. It's the quiet season. I will be ready to SPEAK QUILTS...
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O.V. Brantley
Dec 28, 20231 min read
Sweet Serenity
Serenity is the magic word for this week. Slow down. Center myself. Practice gratitude. Rest. Do you take time to center yourself...
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O.V. Brantley
Dec 27, 20231 min read
The Greatest Gift — Baby On the Way
In our family, we observe all of the traditions of the Christmas season. Christmas decorations, gifts, games, too much food, and of...
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O.V. Brantley
Dec 25, 20231 min read
Merry Christmas
Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a creative New Year!
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O.V. Brantley
Dec 24, 20231 min read
Poinsettia Eve
All the preparations are done. Just waiting on Santa.
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O.V. Brantley
Dec 24, 20231 min read
Under the Christmas Tree
My gifts are purchased, wrapped, placed under the tree and waiting for the big day — including the ones I bought for myself! 😂 My new...
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O.V. Brantley
Dec 23, 20231 min read
My Christmas Wish Came True
I spent most of 2022 hand quilting My Christmas Wish and visualizing how my solo exhibit of red and white quilts would look in a gallery...
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O.V. Brantley
Dec 22, 20231 min read
Snow Days are Snuggle Days
No snow on the ground in Atlanta, but it is cold enough to snow so that's reason enough to share Snow Days are Snuggle Days. We love our...
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O.V. Brantley
Dec 21, 20231 min read
Brown Sugar Stitchers Celebrate the Holiday Season
A good time was had by all at the Brown Sugar Stitchers Quilt Guild holiday brunch. We said thank you to outgoing president Peggy Martin...
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O.V. Brantley
Dec 21, 20231 min read
Introducing Give Yourself A Flower on Fire
Sometimes courage must be summoned. Fear can paralyze and keep you from reaching your goals. Every successful person experiences fear,...
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O.V. Brantley
Dec 21, 20231 min read
Christmas at Walmart
It’s about time to plan my annual Christmas shopping trip to Walmart. There is nothing like it.❣️You just never know what you will see or...
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O.V. Brantley
Dec 18, 20231 min read
Almost Christmas
One week from today Santa will be very busy sliding down chimneys and delivering toys to good girls and boys. Don’t forget to leave the...
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O.V. Brantley
Dec 17, 20231 min read
Introducing Justice Warrior
Justice Warrior is a housewarming gift for Seth, my friend and former co-worker. We both worked together for the Southern Poverty Law...
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O.V. Brantley
Dec 16, 20231 min read
Christmas After You Left
I know the holidays can be a sad time for some who have lost loved ones. I incorporate my angels into my Christmas celebrations and spend...
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O.V. Brantley
Dec 15, 20231 min read
Welcome All Quilters Celebrate the Holiday Season
The Welcome All Quilters gathered this week for its annual holiday brunch hosted by City Councilwoman Helen Willis. Councilwoman Willis...
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O.V. Brantley
Dec 15, 20232 min read
Available! Prints of Colored Girl Lawyer Rocks!
Colored Girl Lawyer Rocks! is my way of documenting my legal career. After graduating from Vanderbilt Law School, I enjoyed a high...
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O.V. Brantley
Dec 14, 20231 min read
Available! Prints of Delta Menopause
Delta Menopause is a traditional fan quilt, quilted entirely by hand. In addition to the fans, the flying geese border adds movement to...
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O.V. Brantley
Dec 12, 20231 min read
Christmassy Library
My quilt Flowers Hoping to Be Free presideS over my library during the Christmas season. I love the timeless elegance of this quilt....
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O.V. Brantley
Dec 11, 20231 min read
Behind the Scenes at the Quiltfolk Photo Shoot
Every now and then the old lady quilt life can be pretty exciting -- especially when a team of Chicago photographers (Azuree and Trevor...
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