O.V. Speaks Quilts

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Jun 172 min read

Grab a Cup of Coffee and Let’s Talk African Fabric

I love incorporating African fabrics in my quilts. To me, they make the simplest of quilts look special and complicated. I am asked all...

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Feb 17, 20231 min read

Loving Africa Where It All Began

I am still reflecting on Black History. Black History begins in Africa, so I try to honor that heritage whenever possible in my quilts. I...

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Oct 8, 20221 min read

Introducing The Wonders of Africa

The Wonders of Africa is the 8th quilt in what has turned into my “About Africa” series. First I made The Joys of Africa. I liked it so...

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May 27, 20221 min read

Introducing the Heart of Africa

The Heart of Africa is the 7th quilt in what has turned into my About Africa series. First I made The Joys of Africa. I liked it so much...

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May 2, 20221 min read

Introducing The Hope of Africa

The Hope of Africa is the 6th quilt in what has turned into my “About Africa”series. First I made The Joys of Africa. I liked it so much...

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Apr 22, 20221 min read

Behind the Scenes at My Quilt Photo Shoot

Sometimes it's fun to play pretend. Recently I got to pretend to be a celebrity for a few hours. The AJC, my local newspaper, sent a...

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Apr 13, 20221 min read

Introducing The Romance of Africa

The Romance of Africa is the fifth quilt in what has turned into my “About Africa” series. First I made The Joys of Africa. I liked it so...

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