Smithsonian Magazine2d
From the Antebellum South to the Civil Rights Movement, Black American Women Have Long Told Their Stories Through Quilts
In a new exhibition at the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s Renwick Gallery, over 30 works showcase the significance of this ...
The art of African American quilting
In black culture, quilts have strong symbolism. To view the “Praise is What I Do” exhibit, stop by Historic City Hall on Ryan ...
Quilted jackets are back and here are the best on the high street right now
Quilted jackets are not to be confused with padded parkas, though there is a grey area between the two, as some quilted ...
Essence23d
After More Than 80 Years Of Quilting Out Of Necessity, The Women Of Gee's Bend Are Getting Their Deserved Shine
We can’t duplicate ourselves. We do not work by patterns. All of our quilting is done by hand,” she said. “Every stitch that you see in the quilts in Gee’s Bend is made by someone.” ...
Prima1y
Quilting: The ultimate beginner's guide
Whether you're a keen sewer looking for a new challenge or a craft fan looking for a project to practice your sewing skills, quilting is perfect. Don't worry if you haven't tried it before! In our ...
Prima10y
How to make a patchwork quilt for beginners
Patchwork and quilting are often mentioned in the same breath, as they can be combined in the same project, but they are two very different craft techniques. Patchwork is the art of sewing together ...