Fibers
knitting, embroidery, surface design, sewing, weaving, beading, wearable sculpture, soft sculpture, quilts and cosies

 



African American Quilts



The Quilts of Gees Bend

Click on the quilt to learn more about the quilts of Gees Bend.


Who were the quilters?


Pick two quilts and describe them.  What are they made of? 


What state is Gees Bend a part of? 



Do you have a quilt that a relative made?  If yes, describe your quilt.  How old is it?  What are the colors and patterns that you see?




FIBER INSTALLATION ART





knitting needles, yarn, casting on, casting off, pearling, knit stitch, embroidery needle, embroidery floss, pattern, scissors, muslin, canvas.


watch this video to lean how to cast on

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