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Winter Wonderland Wanderlust
Not a snowflake in sight but it’s cold in Atlanta! Temperature in the 30’s is reason enough to share Winter Wonderland Wanderlust. A...
O.V. Brantley
Jan 6, 20241 min read


Happy Birthday India!
It’s my Ride or Die Daughter’s birthday! 32 years of being joined at the hip with my favorite person. Our adventures are legendary and...
O.V. Brantley
Jan 6, 20241 min read


Cozy Cocoon
Some days are just meant for cocooning -- warm socks, fire in the fireplace, hot chocolate and a good book. This little quilt lives in my...
O.V. Brantley
Jan 3, 20241 min read


Wishing You a Happy January From My Porch!
We are blessed with great weather in Atlanta so we have great porch days year round, even in January. And since I have an unobstructed...
O.V. Brantley
Jan 2, 20241 min read


Happy New Year!
I am stepping into the New Year full of gratitude for all that happened in 2023 and full of confidence for whatever comes next. Cheers!🥂
O.V. Brantley
Jan 1, 20241 min read


It’s My Birthday!
IT’S MY BIRTHDAY!! Today I am 70 years old and feeling great about it. When I turned 60, I made a quilt named Serene at Sixty. I was...
O.V. Brantley
Jan 1, 20241 min read


Rugged Solitude
It's been nice to spend this week in deep thought -- remembering and revitalizing. It's the quiet season. I will be ready to SPEAK QUILTS...
O.V. Brantley
Dec 31, 20231 min read


The Greatest Gift — Baby On the Way
In our family, we observe all of the traditions of the Christmas season. Christmas decorations, gifts, games, too much food, and of...
O.V. Brantley
Dec 27, 20231 min read


Merry Christmas
Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a creative New Year!
O.V. Brantley
Dec 25, 20231 min read


Poinsettia Eve
All the preparations are done. Just waiting on Santa.
O.V. Brantley
Dec 24, 20231 min read


Under the Christmas Tree
My gifts are purchased, wrapped, placed under the tree and waiting for the big day — including the ones I bought for myself! 😂 My new...
O.V. Brantley
Dec 24, 20231 min read


My Christmas Wish Came True
I spent most of 2022 hand quilting My Christmas Wish and visualizing how my solo exhibit of red and white quilts would look in a gallery...
O.V. Brantley
Dec 23, 20231 min read


Snow Days are Snuggle Days
No snow on the ground in Atlanta, but it is cold enough to snow so that's reason enough to share Snow Days are Snuggle Days. We love our...
O.V. Brantley
Dec 22, 20231 min read


Brown Sugar Stitchers Celebrate the Holiday Season
A good time was had by all at the Brown Sugar Stitchers Quilt Guild holiday brunch. We said thank you to outgoing president Peggy Martin...
O.V. Brantley
Dec 21, 20231 min read


Christmas at Walmart
It’s about time to plan my annual Christmas shopping trip to Walmart. There is nothing like it.❣️You just never know what you will see or...
O.V. Brantley
Dec 21, 20231 min read


Almost Christmas
One week from today Santa will be very busy sliding down chimneys and delivering toys to good girls and boys. Don’t forget to leave the...
O.V. Brantley
Dec 18, 20231 min read


Christmas After You Left
I know the holidays can be a sad time for some who have lost loved ones. I incorporate my angels into my Christmas celebrations and spend...
O.V. Brantley
Dec 16, 20231 min read


Welcome All Quilters Celebrate the Holiday Season
The Welcome All Quilters gathered this week for its annual holiday brunch hosted by City Councilwoman Helen Willis. Councilwoman Willis...
O.V. Brantley
Dec 15, 20231 min read


Christmassy Library
My quilt Flowers Hoping to Be Free presideS over my library during the Christmas season. I love the timeless elegance of this quilt....
O.V. Brantley
Dec 12, 20231 min read


Christmas Ribbons
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...
O.V. Brantley
Dec 11, 20231 min read
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