Mary Todd Lincoln, married to Old Abe, is a fascinating historical
figure. Cole Escola has developed a one-act theater experience that is
a hit in New York where it will run through January 19th.
The premise is that the temperamental Mary is an alcoholic, aspiring cabaret performer married
to a gay President who has many things on his mind.
Cole got to play First Narcissist Mary
Mary's temperament was quite notorious----me, not knowing a thing about the theater comedy---
turned her into a Block-of-the-Month quilt design for 2024.
The play much funnier than the BOM.
But here are a few finished projects.
Elsie Ridgley did a version in Mary's favorite color.
Another by Elsie
Color especially value (lightness and darkness) is the easiest way to contrast shapes. Angi did well on her challenge of contrasting different textures in the same color range.
Denniele, relying on contrasting values,
has a plan.
As does Becky Brown
I considered this set....
Considered it...
Finished!
Here is a link to all 12 free patterns:
https://civilwarquilts.blogspot.com/2024/12/washington-whirlwind-links-to-2024.html
https://www.etsy.com/listing/1614892877/washington-whirlwind-blockofthemonth
And post your progress on our Facebook group page: WashingtonWhirlwindQuilt
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2682765051880664
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