The time-honored art of quilting, you may be surprised to learn, supports an industry worth 3 billion dollars in the United States. A practice many associate with traditionalism, home and history, the craft still inspires countless new quilters in every generation, along with new techniques and artistic approaches.
Timberhouse Films recently released a new short documentary, “Stitch,” looking into the lives of contemporary Black American quilters, including O.V. Brantley, founder of the Atlanta Quilt Festival.
Brantley and “Stitch” director Dr. Arshley Emile recently joined “City Lights” host Lois Reitzes to discuss the documentary and festival.
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