Monthly Archives: May 2026

Stitched in History: Quilts, Codes & Conversation

Stitched in History: Quilts, Codes & Conversation

https://www.thebookbutler.com/event-details/stitchedtea

As part of the upcoming BLK Author Expo at the historic Harriet Tubman Cultural Center in Columbia, Maryland, we will be hosting a featured afternoon experience titled:

“Afternoon Tea with Edith Younger Edmonds, 100-Year-Old Quilter & Best-Selling Author”

Time & Location

Aug 01, 2026, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM

Harriet Tubman Cultural Center, 8045 Harriet Tubman Ln, Columbia, MD 21044, USA

This unique ticketed event will explore the history and hidden messages of quilts connected to the Underground Railroad through conversation, storytelling, and presentation from Ms. Edmonds herself.

Guests will enjoy tea, coffee, and light refreshments in an intimate setting while engaging with an incredible living legacy in quilting and African American history.

 

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“Sew for Vets” Community Sew Day

Sew For Vets is a volunteer organization that sews personal care items which are then given to veterans. It operates out of at the Delta Senior Center and meets twice monthly from January to June and from September to November. Members are dedicated to helping veterans.

Quilting On the Line was well represented at Sew for Vets’ annual Community Sew Day which was held on May 18th at the Delta Senior Center. Participants worked together making 25 reversible fleece hats. The hats are made from two layers of fleece, and they will be distributed to veterans.

QOL members Anita Lowe, Virginia Buckingham, Debby Nelson, Sandra Johnson, Susan Kern, and Mary Banister sewed on the project. Sew For Vets was very pleased to have such capable hands helping
Respectfully,
Mary Banister
Sew For Vets Organizer
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Pieced Brain Demystified

Take the guesswork out of making panel quilts!

Pieced Brain by Denise Russell!

I’m a quilt pattern designer and instructor specializing in approachable, skill-building programs that help quilters feel confident designing their own quilts.

My most popular lecture is Panel Quilts Made Easy: From Panel to Finished Quilt. Many quilters have beautiful panel fabrics but aren’t quite sure how to turn them into a successful quilt. During this presentation, I show them what I consider when designing panel quilts and the tools I use.

I share examples throughout, so quilters can clearly see what works (and why). It’s a lively, engaging presentation, and audiences often wish we had more time!

I also offer a hands-on workshop. We begin by reviewing a wide range of panel quilt examples, then move into an interactive design session using participants’ own panels and fabrics.

By the end, quilters feel prepared to approach any panel—regardless of style or size.

The lecture can be in-person or via Zoom. The workshop is presented in-person only.

Contact Denise Russell @

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