Quilting

The Legacy Stitched in Denim: Why the Gee’s Bend Quilters are Modern Art Masters

Miriam Galadima Benson

Published on: 16/01/2026

Explore the "miraculous" legacy of the Gee’s Bend quilters—the Alabama women who transformed repurposed denim and scraps into world-renowned modern art. This post delves into their deep African roots, their history of resilience, and how their intuitive designs serve as a powerful reminder that our humble materials and unique heritage are the true ingredients of a masterpiece.

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What Is Your Quilting Footprint? A Roadmap for 2026

Miriam Galadima Benson

Published on: 07/01/2026

What kind of legacy is your quilting creating? This reflective and forward-looking guide invites you to move beyond unfinished projects and into purposeful creation. Discover a 2026 roadmap designed to help you build a meaningful body of work—five powerful quilts that express your voice, honor African textiles, and leave a lasting quilting footprint.

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Symbols That Speak: Uncovering the Stories Woven into Ghanaian Adinkra Cloth

Miriam Galadima Benson

Published on: 04/01/2026

Discover the powerful stories stamped into Ghanaian Adinkra cloth. This blog explores the history, symbolism, and coded meanings behind Adinkra symbols—revealing how African textiles communicate wisdom, values, and heritage, and how modern makers can stitch these stories into their own creative work.

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Improvisational Piecing for Beginners

Miriam Galadima Benson

Published on: 19/12/2025

What if your quilt didn’t need to be perfect—just honest? In this beginner-friendly guide to improvisational piecing, discover how African prints invite you to loosen the grip on rulers, trust your instincts, and let the fabric lead the design. Rooted in traditions from Gee’s Bend to West African weaving, this post explores why breaking free from the grid can unlock deeper creativity, preserve powerful motifs, and transform “mistakes” into meaning. If you’ve ever felt hesitant to cut into your most vibrant Ankara, Batik, or Shweshwe fabrics, this is your invitation to stop measuring and start listening.

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