The Making of a Commemorative Quilt
Why a Quilt/Wall Hanging? We chose a quilt because it is a traditional art form which for many generations, was one of the few avenues for personal and artistic expression allowed to women. As a narrative form, quilts are used to visualise family histories, anecdotes, celebrations, joys and sorrows, as well as portray political and social commentary. With unlimited possibilities of colour, shape, texture, and composition, quilts evoke the personal and private domain, combine
