O.V. Speaks Quilts

My quilt Flowers Hoping to Be Free presideS over my library during the Christmas season. I love the timeless elegance of this quilt....

I enjoy wrapping gifts, and I try to avoid gift bags whenever I can. I think beautiful wrapping sends a silent signal of love. Recently I...

Although we have a few cold days in December, we also have many mild days it December that are perfect for porch sitting. The holidays...

I am ending November the same way I started it -- with a red and white quilt. November was an amazing time in my life, and I will be...

It's time to take my Christmas quilts out of storage. I have quite a few so it takes a while, but it is not Christmas at my house until I...

During my visit to the University of Michigan for the big football game against rival Ohio State, the boyfriend gave me a tour of the...

The boyfriend decided that I should not live another day without seeing the Michigan vs. Ohio State game in person. He is a graduate of...

India and I always build in some down time on our trips. After presenting four Gallery Talks each day for three straight days for both my...

India and I love experiencing the local culture of a new destination  as much as possible. On our trip to Houston to attend the...

With little time to shop at the International Quilt Festival in Houston, I focused on my favorite vendors like Apliquick. I love...

We celebrated Jackie Jackson-Harvey's birthday at the Welcome All Quilters meeting this week. She brought her "made from scratch" caramel...

Everything in my store is 25% off until December 11th. Don't miss this opportunity to get your original one-of-a-kind quilt. Gift items...

Brittany is my niece (like a daughter) and my personal media relations assistant for my quilting activities and the Atlanta Quilt...

I try to practice gratitude everyday, but November is a month when an extra dose of gratitude is in order. Sitting on my porch enjoying...

You're not scared are you?

It's the scary spooky season, and my witches are ready for their favorite time of the year. Treats are prepared and the children will be...

Welcome to the spooky scary season! This lady may look nice but she is stirring up potions in the background of that purple fabric! The...

Welcome to the spooky scary season! My witches are in the kitchen stirring up powerful potions. The witch behind this quilt is a good...

Welcome to the spooky scary season! I think this witch just wants someone to play with besides that frog. She is probably a good witch....

Welcome to the spooky scary season. The witches are here. Come on in. 🧙🏾👧🏾🌅🖼🙏🏾