Rituals~Featured at International Quilt Market/Festival
Havel’s Scissors is proud to be a sponsor of Rituals by Curators, Jamie Fingal and Leslie Tucker Jenison. Jamie and Leslie, along with forty artists, have come together to reveal the art that can be found in everyday life. I had the privilege to see the exhibit at the International Quilt Festival in Houston this year. The ingenuity of the artwork in the exhibit is nothing short of spectacular! Each artist tells a story through the threads of the fabric. And the stories that are woven through each piece will inspire you to live life to the fullest and appreciate each and every opportunity we are given to share with loved ones.
Jeannie Palmer Moore, Escondido, California-Artist, teacher, writer, chef, gardener, mother and wife.
“Milo” my 14-year old Labrador inspired me to design this quilt. It’s our ritual, since every morning Milo patiently waits by the door anticipating the retrieval of the newspaper, rain or shine. It’s a ritual that creates a smile for each new day.
Milo by Jeannie P. Moore
Rachel Parris, Birmingham, Alabama-Artist, wife, friend, poet, photographer, quilter, avid reader.
The inspiration came from a deep joy that bubbles up within me whenever I get together with the amazing women I have come to know and love through IQF. I am always honored to lead the toast at our dinners. “Here’s to strong women. May we raise them. May we know them. May we be them.” We are strong women made stronger by our friendship.
Judy Coates Perez, Sacramento, California-Artist, quilter, painter, teacher, writer.
“8 of Cups” was inspired by a time in my life, when I was going through a very difficult emotional time and the painting came from a purely cathartic place, while I worked through the pain I was experiencing.
8 of Cups by Judy Coates Perez
Yvonne Porcella, Modesto, California-Wife, mother, grandmother, mother of a grandmother, artist, author, teacher, traveler, board member, ovarian cancer survivor.
Time of day or season is required for most rituals, “You’re Invited” at a certain time and date, inspired me after attended two weddings and enjoying that special cake, exquisite flowers, visiting friends and relatives. At this time in my career, I am honored to be invited to contribute my art to exhibits and make quilts to donate for worthy causes.