Brenda and Larry Thompson Collection at University of Georgia
Recently my Black History travels took me to Athens, Georgia home of the University of Georgia and the Brenda and Larry Thompson...
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O.V. Brantley
- Feb 24
- 1 min
Every Defiant Woman is at QuiltCon!
My quilt Every Defiant Woman is part of the Brown Sugar Stitchers Quilt Guild at QuiltCon. QuiltCon is the annual national show sponsored...
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O.V. Brantley
- Feb 20
- 1 min
Block 3 of Winter Wonderland Wanderlust
Saturday is a work day, and I am making progress on my Winter Wonderland Wanderlust quilt. Block 3 of 8 is composed of 3 different...
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O.V. Brantley
- Feb 18
- 1 min
Introducing My Christmas Wish
A cold snap in Atlanta reminded me that I never properly introduced you to My Christmas Wish. If you follow me, you know that I love the...
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O.V. Brantley
- Feb 17
- 1 min
Loving Africa Where It All Began
I am still reflecting on Black History. Black History begins in Africa, so I try to honor that heritage whenever possible in my quilts. I...
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O.V. Brantley
- Feb 16
- 1 min
Love Fiercely This Week!
Celebrating Valentine's Day doesn't have to only involve your mate. While I do love my life partner very much, I also love my fur baby...
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O.V. Brantley
- Feb 12
- 1 min
Happy Super Bowl Sunday
I love football. There was a time when no matter who was playing, I rooted for the black quarterback. Why? Because for most of my life, a...
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O.V. Brantley
- Feb 12
- 1 min
My Personal Black History Quilt
As I reflect on Black History, I realize that my life is black history. Born in the segregated south in 1954, I have witnessed the arc of...
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O.V. Brantley
- Feb 11
- 1 min
Black Pioneers Exhibit a Must See
Recently my friend Aleathia and I took a short trip to Cartersville, GA to see the Black Pioneers exhibit. It was curated by Carolyn...
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O.V. Brantley
- Feb 6
- 1 min
Martin’s Dream
My quilt Martin's Dream was my first Black History Month quilt, and it is still my favorite. Martin's dream is realized in the border of...
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O.V. Brantley
- Feb 5
- 1 min
Block 2 of Winter Wonderland Wanderlust
Block 2 of Winter Wonderland Wanderlust only has two houses so it came together really fast. I am really feeling like I am on a roll. I...
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O.V. Brantley
- Feb 4
- 1 min
Road Trip to the Cradle of the Civil Rights Movement
Daughter India and I kicked off Black History Month with one of our epic mother/daughter road trips, this time to Montgomery, AL., the...
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O.V. Brantley
- Feb 2
- 1 min
Finally Found Freedom Featured on Amazon Home Page!
I am so excited that Amazon is featuring my quilt Finally Found Freedom on its Black Histroy Month Home Page. A click on my quilt takes...
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O.V. Brantley
- Feb 1
- 1 min
Celebrating African American Authors during Black History Month
I am kicking off my personal celebration Black History Month by revisiting some of my favorite African American authors. I have created...
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O.V. Brantley
- Mar 1, 2022
- 1 min
The Joys of Africa in her New Home
When your newest collector sends you a picture of The Joys of Africa hanging in her home in the Netherlands, all you can do is smile (and...
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O.V. Brantley
- Feb 27, 2022
- 1 min
Joyful Journey
I know there are dark parts to Black History, but I choose to focus on the joy — especially on Sunday. I enjoy thinking about the...
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O.V. Brantley
- Feb 27, 2022
- 1 min
Good Things are Happening
Here’s anothe peek into my personal Black History. Growing up in my small southern segregated town I had never seen a black lawyer — and...
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