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Have you discovered old quilts and/or patches in your attic or a closet?  Are there quilting patterns there?   
When cleaning out a closet in the old farmhouse where I grew up, after my mom developed Alzheimer’s, I discovered some old quilting patches.  Some were simply pre-cut pieces and others consisted individual blocks with the pieces stitched together.
I’d never seen these before and knew my mom hadn’t made them.  Although she encouraged me in my quiltmaking, she hadn’t done any since she was a young girl.  When I discovered them, Mother no longer had any memories about the blocks and …read more

Do you read Nancy Kirk’s Monday Minute each week?  I came across Nancy’s web site  and subscribed to her newsletter.  Each Monday, I receive an e-mail reminder of her Monday Minute.  I’ve found it a very inspiring way to begin my week.  Nancy gives me insight into quilting and life and much to think about as I go about my days.
Nancy is an expert on quilt restoration and fabric dating; she also teaches workshops and seminars on these topics.