Brown Sugar Stitchers participate in GA Public Employee Recognition Week May 1 -5

The Brown Sugar Stitchers will have their quilts on display as part of the Georgia Public Recognition Week activities. The quilts are located on the Plaza Level of the Twin Towers at Piedmont and MLK in Atlanta. Viewing hours are 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., May 1 – May 5. Following is the announcement that appeared in the brochure announcing the activities.

Brown Sugar Stitchers – Quilt Display
Brown Sugar Stitchers are a diverse group of African American Quilters from all over the metropolitan Atlanta area. The organization was conceived in Winter 2000 as the culmination of the vision of Nancy Franklin and Jocelyn Carter who saw an opportunity to bring quilters in the area together. Brown Sugar Stitchers have been active in the cultural and educational affairs of their community since its formation. They have made quilts for Kwanzaa activities at the Wesley Chapel Library, displayed quilts at the DeKalb County Courthouse, have participated in enrichment activities in local public schools, and have entered quilt shows. Their signature public service activity over the last three years has been the donation of quilts to children residing at the Carrie Steele-Pitts Home for Children in Northwest Atlanta.

Brown Sugar Stitchers Celebrate Gees Bend Quilts June 3

The very famous quilts of Gees Bend are on display at the High Museum in Atlanta, Georgia. The exhibit opened March 23, 2006 and will close June 18, 2006. Visit http://www.high.org/ for additional information.

As all quilters know by now, the Gees Bend quilts were made over several generations by women who lived in Gees Bend, Alabama. Although virtually isolated from the rest of the world, the women found a way to be creative while being practical. When visiting the exhibit, I recommend highly that you view the quilts in conjunction with the audio tour. The audio tour helps to place the quilts in the context of their lives.

Even without the audio tour, the quilts may be enjoyed for their bold design and vibrant colors. You can take the quilts home with you in the form of post cards, note cards and, of course, a book or two. No quilter should miss this exhibit.

June 3, 2006 will offer an added treat to the renowned exhibit. The Brown Sugar Stitchers, the premier African American Quilt Guild in Atlanta will be on hand to demonstrate quilt-making techniques and show off some modern day quilts.

See you there!

A Special Baby Gift

Spring is a time for renewal and new beginnings. Sometimes that means a new addition to the family. If you are looking for a special baby gift, consider a personalized wallhanging made by Laura pictured here. Each one is unique. Order yours in pink, blue or yellow. Each one is $15.00 plus $5.00 shipping and handling. Email Laura at sort-monroe@msn.com to place your order or for more information. Please tell her you were referred by friends at the Clara Ford Foundation