Quilts of Gee’s Bend

February 23, 2021

This past Sunday, on CBS News Sunday Morning, there was a feature on the quilt makers of Gee’s Bend. The quilts they produce are unique, with bold colors, chunky lines, and at times wild patterns. These expressive techniques make the final result look freehand, extemporaneous, yet meticulous and intentional.

Lucy Mingo made this spectacular pieced quilt in 1979. It includes a nine-patch center block surrounded by pieced strips. Image: Copyright 2010 by Billvolckening

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