O’Keeffe Inspired Quilting with Patsy Bailey – G26080405
Let the luminous colors and bold forms of Georgia O’Keeffe inspire you to create your own quilted work of art. Surrounded by the same vibrant landscape which stirred her imagination, you’ll explore your own vision. You will choose a subject, design a pattern, and compose with fabric as O’Keeffe did with paint—layering color, texture, and emotion. Whether envisioned as a wall hanging or a quilt for your bed, your finished piece will be an intimate reflection of your creative journey. Basic sewing machine skills are all you need to begin this art-filled exploration at Ghost Ranch, in the footsteps of an American master!
Instructor
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Patsy BaileyMy name is Patsy Bailey, and quilting has been both my passion and my art form for more than forty years. I come from generations of needleworkers, and my love for fabric and thread took root early, nurtured by my mother’s hands and the quiet rhythm of stitching at her side. Over the years, that spark blossomed through classes and workshops across the country, each one deepening my appreciation for color, texture, and the stories that quilts can tell.
I became an active quilter in 1985 and held my first show in 1993—a milestone that affirmed quilting as not only a craft but a lifelong journey of expression. My love of learning continues to inspire new techniques and designs, carrying me along unexpected paths that reach even across oceans, as some of my quilts have traveled as far as Ireland.
Teaching others is both an honor and a joy, allowing me to share the beauty of this time-honored art and ensure its spirit endures for generations to come. Quilting connects me—to history, to creativity, and to community—and sharing that connection remains one of the greatest rewards of my life.