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Why I Love Christmas
My quilt Crossett Christmas is my reminder of where my love for Christmas began. Some of my happiest memories growing up were during the...
O.V. Brantley
Dec 5, 20241 min read
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So Much to be Grateful For!
What a magical year this has been for me both in my quilt life and my personal life! Top of the list is International Superstar Baby...
O.V. Brantley
Nov 28, 20241 min read
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Thanksgiving Eve is Finally Here
I love the thought of Thanksgiving, but I am not an action person where Thanksgiving is concerned. In other words, I hate to cook and...
O.V. Brantley
Nov 27, 20241 min read
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Speaking Quilts at the National Docent Symposium
I was honored to participate on a panel at the National Docent Symposium last week . Docents from around the country attended to learn...
O.V. Brantley
Nov 20, 20241 min read
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Introducing Choose Happy #5
Choose Happy #5, 27 x 27 inch affirmation quilt by O.V. Brantley, 2024. For sale. $500. Choose Happy #5 is part of a new series of my...
O.V. Brantley
Nov 15, 20241 min read
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Waiting For Rainbows
Now that it has been a week since the downpour of a disappointing election, a reminder from my quilt Rain, Resilience and Rainbows might...
O.V. Brantley
Nov 13, 20241 min read
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SOLD! Choose Happy #3
My quilt Choose Happy #3 has been sold and shipped to her new owner in Mableton, GA. There are six quilts in my Choose Happy ...
O.V. Brantley
Nov 4, 20241 min read
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Happy November from Home!
Baby Addison, India and I began November at the Houston International Quilt Show , but now we are safely home. It was an amazing trip...
O.V. Brantley
Nov 3, 20241 min read
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Preview Night at the International Quilt Festival
Addison, India and I flew from Atlanta to Houston in time to attend Preview Night at the International Quilt Festival. Maybe it was...
O.V. Brantley
Nov 1, 20241 min read
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Headed to the International Quilt Festival
Girls Trip! India, Baby Addison and I are headed to the International Quilt Festival in Houston this week. My quilt Winter Wonderland...
O.V. Brantley
Oct 29, 20241 min read
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Introducing Choose Happy #4
Choose Happy #4, 26 X 26 inch affirmation quilt by O.V. Brantley, 2024. For sale. $500. Choose Happy #4 is part of a new series of my...
O.V. Brantley
Oct 27, 20241 min read
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My Etsy Store is Closed
When I first decided to sell some of my quilts, I turned to Etsy . It was a great place for a small new business to start. Many people...
O.V. Brantley
Oct 23, 20241 min read
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Traditional Appliqué Creates Uncommon Legacy
I love creating scrappy applique quilts because I find them relaxing. They teach me patience and their beauty is timeless. I learned...
O.V. Brantley
Oct 21, 20241 min read
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It’s Time to VOTE!
Early voting has started in Georgia. Now is the time to make your plan to vote before November 5th . Why wait until the last minute when...
O.V. Brantley
Oct 16, 20241 min read
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Anchor Down!
History always deserves a post! Vandy 40, Alabama 35! Always proud to be a Vandy grad, but Saturday was the best Football Saturday ever!...
O.V. Brantley
Oct 7, 20241 min read
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Stars Over the Allure of the Seas
One of the best things about cruising are the very talented people who work on the ship. The people who make cruises special are very...
O.V. Brantley
Sep 29, 20241 min read
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Island City
St. Thomas, Virgin Islands was the final port of call on our Carnival cruise. It is known for its fabulous shopping (especially gem...
O.V. Brantley
Sep 27, 20241 min read
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Day Trip to San Juan
Day 4 of my 70th birthday cruise took us to San Juan, Puerto Rico. We explored Old San Juan, and shopped with the many street vendors. I...
O.V. Brantley
Sep 25, 20241 min read
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Fall in Love with Island Life
Even though it is officially fall, we are living the island life and loving every minute of the tropical vibe. We spent most of the day...
O.V. Brantley
Sep 24, 20241 min read
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Flying Free Over the Allure of the Seas
Day 2 of our cruise was spent at sea as we travelled from Port Canaveral, FL to Amber Cove, Dominican Republic. There is a lot to do on...
O.V. Brantley
Sep 23, 20241 min read
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