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O.V. Brantley
Nov 22, 20221 min read
Introducing Follow Me to Freedom
Follow me to Freedom started with 6 inch Underground Railroad blocks in red and white. I wanted an Underground Railroad quilt made with...
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O.V. Brantley
Nov 12, 20221 min read
Red and White Quilts Delivered to the Venue
I spent this week taking 20 years of red and white quilts out of storage. I caressed them and reminisced about why I made them. I gave...
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O.V. Brantley
Sep 19, 20221 min read
Wearing My Invisible Crown on the Day of Queen Elizabeth II’s Funeral
On the day of Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral we can all reflect on the qualities of a great queen — duty, service grace and joy. So today I...
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O.V. Brantley
Sep 16, 20221 min read
My Solo Exhibit of Red and White Quilts Opens November 19th!
After being postponed twice, I am so excited that my solo red and white quilt exhibit is finally going to happen. Opening reception is...
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O.V. Brantley
Jun 19, 20221 min read
Out and About Enjoying Art
I have pledged to get out more now that Covid is somewhat under control. Recently I attended the opening of Beyond Color Theory, an...
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O.V. Brantley
Jan 13, 20221 min read
Happy Birthday Delta Sigma Theta!
My beloved sorority Delta Sigma Theta is 109 years old today! She has been responsible for many of the guiding principles of my life like...
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O.V. Brantley
Dec 18, 20211 min read
Introducing I Believe in Christmas Angels
Each year I try to add to my Christmas quilt collection. I Believe in Christmas Angels is a 2021 addition. The words found in her dress...
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O.V. Brantley
Dec 14, 20211 min read
Introducing I Believe in Red and White Angels
Finally I have returned to my I Believe in Angels series. I like to keep my angels close so I have made many angel quilts over the years....
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O.V. Brantley
Nov 29, 20211 min read
Introducing Reimagine Success
What does success mean to you. If you are like me, it means different things at different times. When I was young, academic success meant...
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