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Heavenly Patchwork: Quilt Stories Stitched with Love

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Quilts chronicle the lives of those who made them and those who have used them through the years. Enfolded within each and every quilt, embraced between the layers, are touching narratives. Ms. Howard has collected some of the best and offers them to us in her wonderful book, "Heavenly Patchwork--Quilt Stories Stitched with Love!" Executive Director, Museum of the American Quilter's Society

Written with religious conviction, Heavenly Patchwork conveys the meaning of quilts within the context of giving and receiving via short stories that are fun to read. They recap an event or time when needed comfort was provided by a quilt. For
inspiration, these stories are followed by a Biblical quotation. Reading the tales makes me happy to be a quilter. Patricia L. Cummings, Quilter's Muse Publications, www.quiltersmuse.com

"It has always been my hope that each and every quilt be a product of the maker's heart as well as her hands. The quilts featured in these stories are special because they were created with love, gifted with love and received with love, continuing the tradition of quiltmaking in the best possible way." Judy B. Dales, quiltmaker, teacher, author, lecturer www.judydales.com

What a wonderful, inspiring book and how touching the stories. The world has no idea how much quilters touch the lives of others. Many local organizations are now making quilts that are donated to the military for the returning wounded service people. Other groups are making quilts for the Sharp Hospital Burn Camp for Kids, Cancer Camp for Kids, Children's Hospital, and a host of other organizations in need. We know how much these quilts mean to the recipients, and we know in our hearts how good it makes us feel to be able to create and donate them. Heavenly Patchwork tells this story over and over, and is a great source of comfort and inspiration. What a great gift for Mother's Day!" Betty Alofs, Designer, Teacher, Author, Betty A's Designs

"One of the great privileges of working with quilters and being part of the quilting industry is seeing first-hand the compassion that surrounds us collectively. Judy Howard's collection of stories is a beautiful example of heartfelt efforts to provide peace and support to those most in need. Quilters have a keen ability to comfort and sooth, but also strengthen, always while creating the patchwork that binds us together." Beth Hayes, Editor McCall's Quilting

This is a wonderfully inspirational book. I think any quilter will enjoy piecing through it. You will laugh and probably cry. It is that heartwarming.

This collection of stories bring us the history of everyday women though the memories of each storyteller. It is books like this that historians of tomorrow will go to for a sense of quilts and quilters of the past.

"Quilts represent everything good in our lives -- love, comfort, generosity, warmth, home, memories, creativity, beauty. Heavenly Patchwork explores the meaning quilts have in the lives of their makers and recipients. Your purchase of this book will bring the comfort of quilts to thousands more through the charitable work of dedicated volunteers who make quilts for children, hospitals, homeless shelters -- all the people and places in need of the touch of love quilts represent." Nancy Kirk www.kirkcollection.com

I'd like to paraphrase a quote from my own book, QUILTING TO SOOTHE THE SOUL, to endorse Judy Howard's wonderful book, HEAVENLY PATCHWORK: " When there is joy or stress in your life, turn to your needle and let the labor of your hands work through the images in your heart." Judy's book exemplifies all the good feelings of acceptance and resolution quilting brings to the quilt maker and receiver. It is a 'must have' addition to any personal library! Linda Carlson, author. www.lindacarlsonquilts.com