As long as I can remember fabrics, threads, yarns, needles, and all things associated with needle work have been a part of my life. From my Big Mama (great-grandmother), Early Lee Steward, my grandmother Malissie Williams and my great-grandmother Rebecca Stokes ( great-grandmother), I learned to quilt by just being near them. From my mother Alverean Williams I've learned her rhythm of coordinating colors and buying great fabrics. I love color, texture and the way that some fabrics even iron. I didn't begin quilting until August of 1997 after spending the afternoon at the quilts and linens table at my church Flea-Market sale. I came home that afternoon and saw my first quilt show. Shortly afterwards I saw the book "A Communion of The Spirits" by Roland Freeman and I remembered my Big Mama, granny, and grandmother quilting for necessity and the fellowship. All of my life I have sewn but after seeing this book and the quilting show I knew I was born to quilt and to create works of art through fabrics/fibers. It was made very clear why I couldn't let go of pieces of fabrics or why I mixed different types of fabrics when creating garments. There is a peace, a comfort and a therapeutic release in quilting that sustain and encourages me. And I hope that you enjoy viewing my works. Grace/Peace Trish Williams |
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