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A Night at the High Museum of Art
I took some time off from the studio to attend Sonya Clark’s Artist Talk at the High Museum of Art. Her exhibit We are Each Other will be...
O.V. Brantley
Jan 14, 20241 min read
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Happy Founders Day Delta Sigma Theta
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. was founded January 13, 1913. Members of the sorority are committed to service, sisterhood and...
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Jan 13, 20241 min read
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A Sneak Peek at Santa’s Joy
I know 2023 Christmas is over, but I am ahead of the game for Christmas 2024. When I ran across this beautiful panel of an African...
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Jan 11, 20241 min read
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Hot Chocolate
The weather in Atlanta has been cold and nasty this week. It's the kind of weather that makes you want to stay home, put a log on the...
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Jan 10, 20241 min read
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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...
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Jan 6, 20241 min read
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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...
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Jan 3, 20241 min read
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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...
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Jan 2, 20241 min read
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Introducing Mother and Daughter
I love elephants so I include them in my quilts whenever I can. The preprinted panel that is the center of my quilt Mother and Daughter...
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Jan 2, 20241 min read
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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...
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Jan 1, 20241 min read
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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...
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Dec 31, 20231 min read
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Sweet Serenity
Serenity is the magic word for this week. Slow down. Center myself. Practice gratitude. Rest. Do you take time to center yourself...
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Dec 28, 20231 min read
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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...
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Dec 27, 20231 min read
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Merry Christmas
Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a creative New Year!
O.V. Brantley
Dec 25, 20231 min read
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Poinsettia Eve
All the preparations are done. Just waiting on Santa.
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Dec 24, 20231 min read
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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...
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Dec 24, 20231 min read
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Introducing Give Yourself A Flower on Fire
Sometimes courage must be summoned. Fear can paralyze and keep you from reaching your goals. Every successful person experiences fear,...
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Dec 21, 20231 min read
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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...
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Dec 18, 20231 min read
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Introducing Justice Warrior
Justice Warrior is a housewarming gift for Seth, my friend and former co-worker. We both worked together for the Southern Poverty Law...
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Dec 17, 20231 min read
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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
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Available! Prints of Colored Girl Lawyer Rocks!
Colored Girl Lawyer Rocks! is my way of documenting my legal career. After graduating from Vanderbilt Law School, I enjoyed a high...
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Dec 15, 20232 min read
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