My Mother Pieced Quilts

What was the primary purpose of the quilts in winter?

• To serve as decorative items

• To provide warmth and protection against cold winds

• To be used as blankets for guests

• To be displayed as works of art

Which of the following materials were mentioned as being used in the quilts?

• Silk scarves and linen sheets

• Denim jeans and wool sweaters

• Communion cotton, flannel nightgowns, wedding organdies, and dime store velvets

• Leather scraps and satin ribbons

What tools were used to "cement" the quilt pieces together?

• A sewing machine and scissors

• Fabric glue and an iron

• Thread, a steel needle, and a thimble

• Pins and a measuring tape

The speaker describes being "plunged" into what by their mother's quilts?

• A future filled with new creations

• A journey through their shared past and memories

• A dream world of imagination

• A challenge to learn quilting techniques