As quilters, we all write stories in stitches.
Few days ago Barb shared her quilt and the story behind it.
A lot of the times, we start a quilt on an impulse, a basic instinct, a drive to design and create.
Which is what I believe Mary is doing right now.
Sometimes we get inspired by what surrounds us and we get motivated to design.
Occasionally we take part in quilt along and let our creativity pour out.
Sometimes, it is a group effort like the one Victoria has started us all with our 15 minutes Bee
or Beth who is building a neighborhood of quilters.
Either way we all are somehow involved in telling a story.
It is the reason my blog is called "The root Connection"
Every quilt has a story..whether it is a machine stitched, hand stitched, appliqued or pieced, or it is made of a traditional or improvisational style. if you dig deeper than the surface you will find a story..If you ask the maker, he or she will tell you all about it!
I have not met a quilt that has not told a story.
I hope you all find this link below interesting.
The native language in the story is 'Gujarati', the language I speak at home here and with my family back in India. My ancestors were from the western state of Gujarat, the bordering state of India to Pakistan.
This little preview of the documentary tells the story that is indented in lives of millions!
This little preview of the documentary tells the story that is indented in lives of millions!
Although, I was born way after the events that are depicted here, I somehow feel connected to this art that tells the story of human lives.
It is part of my culture and heritage.
There are great efforts being made to preserve this ancient art.
You can learn more about it by visiting
If you would like to learn more about the Ralli quilts,
visit
Patricia Stoddard, the author of the book, "Ralli Quilts" represents the organization called Lila Handicrafts. You can also visit this site and see the beautiful ralli quilts of all sizes.
I also would like to share the link for the Folk Art Market in New Mexico.
This site has been a great source of inspiration for me from the countries all around the world.
I hope you enjoy visiting these sites and get inspired and
even find a treasure for your home or friends along the way!