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Grab a Cup of Coffee and Let’s Talk African Fabric
I love incorporating African fabrics in my quilts. To me, they make the simplest of quilts look special and complicated. I am asked all...
O.V. Brantley
Jun 17, 20242 min read
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...
O.V. Brantley
Feb 17, 20231 min read
Introducing The Wonders of Africa
The Wonders of Africa is the 8th quilt in what has turned into my “About Africa” series. First I made The Joys of Africa. I liked it so...
O.V. Brantley
Oct 8, 20221 min read
Introducing the Heart of Africa
The Heart of Africa is the 7th quilt in what has turned into my About Africa series. First I made The Joys of Africa. I liked it so much...
O.V. Brantley
May 27, 20221 min read
Introducing The Hope of Africa
The Hope of Africa is the 6th quilt in what has turned into my “About Africa”series. First I made The Joys of Africa. I liked it so much...
O.V. Brantley
May 2, 20221 min read
Behind the Scenes at My Quilt Photo Shoot
Sometimes it's fun to play pretend. Recently I got to pretend to be a celebrity for a few hours. The AJC, my local newspaper, sent a...
O.V. Brantley
Apr 22, 20221 min read
Introducing The Romance of Africa
The Romance of Africa is the fifth quilt in what has turned into my “About Africa” series. First I made The Joys of Africa. I liked it so...
O.V. Brantley
Apr 13, 20221 min read
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