Passing on traditions constructs a special sense of community along with a quilt. Through the lens of African American quilts, explore layers of creativity, diversity, and family history that enrich ...

“Her sewing box and she had a trunk where she kept all her fabric, and while everybody ... made from Dutch and English designs, African American quilts were often raw and vibrant.

LEXINGTON, KY — The Brown Sugar Crafters, a vibrant crafting group in Lexington, gather together once a month to explore the art of sewing, creating everything from quilts and bowls to various ...

They used old fabric, they'd use straw newspaper inside the quilts," said Harris. Now, you can see quilts in different shapes, colors, sizes and messages. The African American Quilt Circle of San ...