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Would you like to recognize the healthcare heroes in your life? Have you lost a loved one to the COVID-19 Pandemic? Do you love to express yourself creatively? We are looking for people who would like to get involved with the HOPE quilt in a variety of ways. Click the button below to explore:
Completed Quilts Gallery
The COVID-19 HOPE Quilt is a community-based art project and a COVID-19 National Memorial that honors frontline workers and those affected or lost to the pandemic. Loosely based on the AIDS quilt, the COVID-19 HOPE Quilt is a valor and memorial quilt concept featuring blocks to honor Frontline workers and memorial blocks for those lost.
We have received over 650 quilted or painted art block from children as young as 5 to adults age 95 from all walks of life across America for our traveling quilt collection. We invite quilters and their friends and families to join our memorial project for history by creating blocks for our final 10.5-inch square size to share your gratitude and hope and remembrance for America.
In addition to the quilts featured below, we are also proud to share an assortment of individual panel blocks made by our community.
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HOPE Quilt 01
Created by Jeanne Niccolls and Priscilla Godfrey
Finished on November 10, 2020 50” X 50”
1 Heroes of COVID-19 –by Virginia Ashby Pond senior citizen
2.We Can Do It –by Kailey Renehan age 13 VA
3.Memorial for Arthur Miller – by Textile Artist Holly Olson
4.Missing Meals Together – by Watercolorist Alex Carr Loudoun County VA
5.Dr. Tony Fauci – by Portrait and Muralist Rusty Boyle Leesburg VA
6.HOPE Quilt First Panel –by 95 year old Phyllis Liedtke and Marilyn McAllister Georgia
7.Zoom World –by 8 year old Jack Purcellville VA
8.New President- New Fight Against COVID-19 – by Textile Artist - Priscilla Godfrey Philomont VA
9.Never Forget – by Watercolorist Alex Carr Loudoun County VA
10.Heart /Cross – by Mai and Reed from Tourists from Ohio Freedom Plaza
11.Honoring Nurses Vascular ICU -SNGH Norfolk Virginia by Laurie Ruddy
12.It’s Time – by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
13.Together Cross – by Zara L. Paint a Panel Event Middleburg Virginia
14.COVID-19 Nurses Bearing Scars Inside and Out – by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
15.Stars and Stripes Forever – by Delaney Renehan age 15 Leesburg VA
16.Floating Heart in Memory– by Textile Artist - Jeanne Niccolls VA
Created by Jeanne Niccolls and Priscilla Godfrey
Finished on November 10, 2020 50” X 50”
1 Heroes of COVID-19 –by Virginia Ashby Pond senior citizen
2.We Can Do It –by Kailey Renehan age 13 VA
3.Memorial for Arthur Miller – by Textile Artist Holly Olson
4.Missing Meals Together – by Watercolorist Alex Carr Loudoun County VA
5.Dr. Tony Fauci – by Portrait and Muralist Rusty Boyle Leesburg VA
6.HOPE Quilt First Panel –by 95 year old Phyllis Liedtke and Marilyn McAllister Georgia
7.Zoom World –by 8 year old Jack Purcellville VA
8.New President- New Fight Against COVID-19 – by Textile Artist - Priscilla Godfrey Philomont VA
9.Never Forget – by Watercolorist Alex Carr Loudoun County VA
10.Heart /Cross – by Mai and Reed from Tourists from Ohio Freedom Plaza
11.Honoring Nurses Vascular ICU -SNGH Norfolk Virginia by Laurie Ruddy
12.It’s Time – by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
13.Together Cross – by Zara L. Paint a Panel Event Middleburg Virginia
14.COVID-19 Nurses Bearing Scars Inside and Out – by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
15.Stars and Stripes Forever – by Delaney Renehan age 15 Leesburg VA
16.Floating Heart in Memory– by Textile Artist - Jeanne Niccolls VA
HOPE Quilt 02
Created by Jeanne Niccolls and Priscilla Godfrey
Finished on January 1, 2021 50” X 50”
1.CLINICAL TRIALS COVID-19 – by portrait artist Diane Canney Purcellville VA
2.Remember Indigenous People – by Textile Artist - Priscilla Godfrey Philomont VA
3.To Honor All Frontline Workers –by Victoria Currie
4.Face of America by DMC Loudoun Arts
5.I Miss You Grandpa – by Watercolorist Alex Carr Loudoun County VA
6.In Memoraum – by Nickolaus Kozauer Pamela Brantley
7.Not All Heroes Wear Capes –by Kailey Renehan Age 13
8. Dr. Zelenko – by Kathy McLean Florida
9. COVID Testing – by M Sullivan Middleburg VA
10.Medical Reserve Corp –by Pat Peters Loudoun County VA
11.Remember –by Physical Therapist and Health Industry Professional, Beth Roeher Centreville VA
12. Honor Grocery Workers –by Madison 6th Grade Purcellville VA
13. Honor Unity and HOPE–by Anne McLean Florida
14. Red Cross Quilt – by Textile Artist - Jeanne Niccolls VA
15. Johns Hopkins Trackers–by Loudoun Art Council Member
16. HOPE–by Junior Quilt Leader - by Delaney Renehan age 15 Leesburg VA
Created by Jeanne Niccolls and Priscilla Godfrey
Finished on January 1, 2021 50” X 50”
1.CLINICAL TRIALS COVID-19 – by portrait artist Diane Canney Purcellville VA
2.Remember Indigenous People – by Textile Artist - Priscilla Godfrey Philomont VA
3.To Honor All Frontline Workers –by Victoria Currie
4.Face of America by DMC Loudoun Arts
5.I Miss You Grandpa – by Watercolorist Alex Carr Loudoun County VA
6.In Memoraum – by Nickolaus Kozauer Pamela Brantley
7.Not All Heroes Wear Capes –by Kailey Renehan Age 13
8. Dr. Zelenko – by Kathy McLean Florida
9. COVID Testing – by M Sullivan Middleburg VA
10.Medical Reserve Corp –by Pat Peters Loudoun County VA
11.Remember –by Physical Therapist and Health Industry Professional, Beth Roeher Centreville VA
12. Honor Grocery Workers –by Madison 6th Grade Purcellville VA
13. Honor Unity and HOPE–by Anne McLean Florida
14. Red Cross Quilt – by Textile Artist - Jeanne Niccolls VA
15. Johns Hopkins Trackers–by Loudoun Art Council Member
16. HOPE–by Junior Quilt Leader - by Delaney Renehan age 15 Leesburg VA
HOPE Quilt 03
Created by Karen and Kimberly Fry
Finished on December 2020 50” X 50”
1.THANK YOU Heart Mask – Paint A Panel Contributor Lincoln Memorial DC
2.STRENGTH – Paint a Panel Contributor Loudoun County VA
3.Protect and Serve Thank You Our Heroes - by Ann McLean Florida
4.In Our Thoughts COVID-19 – by Watercolorist Alex Carr Loudoun County VA
5.Heroes Wear Scrubs by Pedro Romero Maryland
6.Nurses Call All The Shots by Textile Artist Kimberly Fry Hamilton, VA
7.Remembering – by Watercolorist Alex Carr Loudoun County VA
8.Children & COVID – by M Sullivan Middleburg VA
9.Teacher Kit St Theresa Catholic School – by Portrait Artist and Muralist Rusty Boyle Leesburg, VA
10.STAR – by Kailey Renehan Age 13 Loudoun County VA
11.HOPE Heart– by Sandra Groeneveld former Disney animator, Mosaic artist Florida
12.Poppies Remember – by Karen Sistek Silk Artists Washington
13.Dr. Zelenko – Kathy McLean Florida
14 Dr Tony Fauci – by M Sullivan Middleburg VA
15 Thank you Grocery Workers – by Textile Artist - Jeanne Niccolls VA
16.In Memory of Isabelle Papadimitrou Texas Respiratory therapist near retirement who insisted on working to help her patients helping them breathe sadly taken by COVID too soon by Diane Canney Purcellville, VA
Created by Karen and Kimberly Fry
Finished on December 2020 50” X 50”
1.THANK YOU Heart Mask – Paint A Panel Contributor Lincoln Memorial DC
2.STRENGTH – Paint a Panel Contributor Loudoun County VA
3.Protect and Serve Thank You Our Heroes - by Ann McLean Florida
4.In Our Thoughts COVID-19 – by Watercolorist Alex Carr Loudoun County VA
5.Heroes Wear Scrubs by Pedro Romero Maryland
6.Nurses Call All The Shots by Textile Artist Kimberly Fry Hamilton, VA
7.Remembering – by Watercolorist Alex Carr Loudoun County VA
8.Children & COVID – by M Sullivan Middleburg VA
9.Teacher Kit St Theresa Catholic School – by Portrait Artist and Muralist Rusty Boyle Leesburg, VA
10.STAR – by Kailey Renehan Age 13 Loudoun County VA
11.HOPE Heart– by Sandra Groeneveld former Disney animator, Mosaic artist Florida
12.Poppies Remember – by Karen Sistek Silk Artists Washington
13.Dr. Zelenko – Kathy McLean Florida
14 Dr Tony Fauci – by M Sullivan Middleburg VA
15 Thank you Grocery Workers – by Textile Artist - Jeanne Niccolls VA
16.In Memory of Isabelle Papadimitrou Texas Respiratory therapist near retirement who insisted on working to help her patients helping them breathe sadly taken by COVID too soon by Diane Canney Purcellville, VA
HOPE Quilt 04
Created by Karen & Kimberly Fry
Finished inDecember 2020 50” X 50”
1.Neighbors Helping Neighbors HAMILTON Volunteer Rescue Squad – Pat Peters
2. THANK YOU – by Paint a Panel Contributor Loudoun County VA
3. In Memory of Thomas Fields Jr. Thomas died at the age of 32 in Detroit Michigan. He contracted COVID from his mother caring for her after she was discharged from a hospital without being tested. A giant of a man in size and spirit by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
4. Superwoman – by Kailey Renehen Age 13 Loudoun County VA
5. Quilted Colors of COVID – by Textile Artist - Priscilla Godfrey Philomont VA
6. Nurses Astronaut Look – by M Sullivan Middleburg VA
7. Remembering – by Karla Vernon, Virginia
8. Thanks COVID First Responders – by Quilt Instructor and Math specialist, Marilyn McAllister Georgia
9. Children and COVID – by Kimberly Fry and Sarah Quadros Virginia
10.Thank you firefighters – by Textile Artist - Jeanne Niccolls VA
11. COVID New Normal – by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
12. Made Over 7,000 Masks – by Coakleys Ready-Set-Sew Chatanooga Tennessee
13. Piecing the Puzzle for Recovery – by Quilt Instructor and Math specialist, Marilyn McAllister Georgia
14 Mark Anthony Urquiza died from COVID soon after attending a Trump rally in New Mexico according to his daughter, Kristen an attorney who founded Marked by COVID– by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
15 In Memory of 200,000 lost in Alaska – by Marya Lewanski Alaska
16.Quilted Heart – by Ashby Ponds Retirement Community Senior Resident
Created by Karen & Kimberly Fry
Finished inDecember 2020 50” X 50”
1.Neighbors Helping Neighbors HAMILTON Volunteer Rescue Squad – Pat Peters
2. THANK YOU – by Paint a Panel Contributor Loudoun County VA
3. In Memory of Thomas Fields Jr. Thomas died at the age of 32 in Detroit Michigan. He contracted COVID from his mother caring for her after she was discharged from a hospital without being tested. A giant of a man in size and spirit by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
4. Superwoman – by Kailey Renehen Age 13 Loudoun County VA
5. Quilted Colors of COVID – by Textile Artist - Priscilla Godfrey Philomont VA
6. Nurses Astronaut Look – by M Sullivan Middleburg VA
7. Remembering – by Karla Vernon, Virginia
8. Thanks COVID First Responders – by Quilt Instructor and Math specialist, Marilyn McAllister Georgia
9. Children and COVID – by Kimberly Fry and Sarah Quadros Virginia
10.Thank you firefighters – by Textile Artist - Jeanne Niccolls VA
11. COVID New Normal – by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
12. Made Over 7,000 Masks – by Coakleys Ready-Set-Sew Chatanooga Tennessee
13. Piecing the Puzzle for Recovery – by Quilt Instructor and Math specialist, Marilyn McAllister Georgia
14 Mark Anthony Urquiza died from COVID soon after attending a Trump rally in New Mexico according to his daughter, Kristen an attorney who founded Marked by COVID– by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
15 In Memory of 200,000 lost in Alaska – by Marya Lewanski Alaska
16.Quilted Heart – by Ashby Ponds Retirement Community Senior Resident
HOPE Quilt 05
Created by Jeanne Niccolls and Priscilla Godfrey
Finished on January 16, 2021 50” X 50”
1. Thank You – by M Sullivan Middleburg Virginia
2. In Memory of Nitse B Devin – by Kensington Maryland by Angela Devin
3. Pansies the Flower of Remembrance for Those Lost to COVID-19 – Diane Canney
3. Unsung Hero – by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
4. Frontline Heroine – by Panel Artist Virginia
5. 12 Hour Nursing Shifts – by a Pennsylvania Nurse visiting DC at the Freedom Plaza DC HOPE Letter
6. In Memory of Julie Anne Trzeciak a veteran who lost her life due to complications to COVID-19 during the height of the pandemic – by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
7. Made With Gratitude For Our Frontline Workers – by Bernice in Iowa
9. Loudoun County Fire and Rescue– Karen Troutman Virginia
10.KIDS are not Immune to HUGS – by Curtis Iverson age 91 former illustrator for Walt Disney,
Charles Schultz and Norman Rockwell. Curtis Iverson passed away at 92 and we are honored to have several of his pieces in our collection
11. Minnesota Seniors Health Partners – by Paul Hill ,Minnesota
12. Thank You For Our HOPE– by D Thoreaux Virginia –
13. Taking Temps – by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
14 With Gratitude – by Bernice in Iowa
15 Colorado Florals – by Nancy Lee Ann, Geigor Koran Breckenridge CO
16.Too Many Losses – by Loudoun Arts Council Artist
Created by Jeanne Niccolls and Priscilla Godfrey
Finished on January 16, 2021 50” X 50”
1. Thank You – by M Sullivan Middleburg Virginia
2. In Memory of Nitse B Devin – by Kensington Maryland by Angela Devin
3. Pansies the Flower of Remembrance for Those Lost to COVID-19 – Diane Canney
3. Unsung Hero – by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
4. Frontline Heroine – by Panel Artist Virginia
5. 12 Hour Nursing Shifts – by a Pennsylvania Nurse visiting DC at the Freedom Plaza DC HOPE Letter
6. In Memory of Julie Anne Trzeciak a veteran who lost her life due to complications to COVID-19 during the height of the pandemic – by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
7. Made With Gratitude For Our Frontline Workers – by Bernice in Iowa
9. Loudoun County Fire and Rescue– Karen Troutman Virginia
10.KIDS are not Immune to HUGS – by Curtis Iverson age 91 former illustrator for Walt Disney,
Charles Schultz and Norman Rockwell. Curtis Iverson passed away at 92 and we are honored to have several of his pieces in our collection
11. Minnesota Seniors Health Partners – by Paul Hill ,Minnesota
12. Thank You For Our HOPE– by D Thoreaux Virginia –
13. Taking Temps – by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
14 With Gratitude – by Bernice in Iowa
15 Colorado Florals – by Nancy Lee Ann, Geigor Koran Breckenridge CO
16.Too Many Losses – by Loudoun Arts Council Artist
HOPE Quilt 06
Created by Jeanne Niccolls and Priscilla Godfrey
Finished on January 30, 2021 50” X 50”
1. Rising Dove – by Visual Artist, Kathy Turner Del Ray Artisans Alexandria, VA
2. In Memory of Helga Rathjen – Helga was a well traveled woman full of life who loved her family and cooking and travel who died from complications of the virus. by Portrait Artist Diane Canney Purcellville VA
3. COVID Suribachi Memorial – by high school student Kailey Renehan Age 13 Jr Quilter Team
4. Heart Memorial – by Julie Katz for Deborah
4. Frontline Heroine – by M Sullivan Middleburg Virginia
5. Nurses Helping Others – by Virginia Loudoun Artist
6. New President during COVID – by Textile Artist - Priscilla Godfrey Philomont VA
7. Poppies Never Forget by DMC Virginia
8. Honoring Scientific Research – by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
9. We are in this together– by M Sullivan Middleburg VA
10.Science is the Poetry of Reality – by medical student Paint a Panel at the Smithsonian Metro Stop Event of the National Mall
11. Dr FAUCI – by Curtis Iverson Age 91 who worked for Walt Disney, Norman Rockwell and Charles Shultz
12. Bergen County COVID Testing Center- Catharine McLaughlin- Honoring the first federally mandated drive through COVID testing center New Jersey
13. Tiny but Mighty – by Owen Palmiotti screen writer for his wife a Neo NIC nurse, Leesburg Virginia
14 Thank You Doctors and Nurses Jeanne Niccolls Waterford VA
15 Made With Gratitude – by Bernice in Iowa
16.Thank you Grocery Workers – by Loudoun Arts Council Art
Created by Jeanne Niccolls and Priscilla Godfrey
Finished on January 30, 2021 50” X 50”
1. Rising Dove – by Visual Artist, Kathy Turner Del Ray Artisans Alexandria, VA
2. In Memory of Helga Rathjen – Helga was a well traveled woman full of life who loved her family and cooking and travel who died from complications of the virus. by Portrait Artist Diane Canney Purcellville VA
3. COVID Suribachi Memorial – by high school student Kailey Renehan Age 13 Jr Quilter Team
4. Heart Memorial – by Julie Katz for Deborah
4. Frontline Heroine – by M Sullivan Middleburg Virginia
5. Nurses Helping Others – by Virginia Loudoun Artist
6. New President during COVID – by Textile Artist - Priscilla Godfrey Philomont VA
7. Poppies Never Forget by DMC Virginia
8. Honoring Scientific Research – by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
9. We are in this together– by M Sullivan Middleburg VA
10.Science is the Poetry of Reality – by medical student Paint a Panel at the Smithsonian Metro Stop Event of the National Mall
11. Dr FAUCI – by Curtis Iverson Age 91 who worked for Walt Disney, Norman Rockwell and Charles Shultz
12. Bergen County COVID Testing Center- Catharine McLaughlin- Honoring the first federally mandated drive through COVID testing center New Jersey
13. Tiny but Mighty – by Owen Palmiotti screen writer for his wife a Neo NIC nurse, Leesburg Virginia
14 Thank You Doctors and Nurses Jeanne Niccolls Waterford VA
15 Made With Gratitude – by Bernice in Iowa
16.Thank you Grocery Workers – by Loudoun Arts Council Art
HOPE Quilt 07
Created by Jeanne Niccolls and Priscilla Godfrey
Finished on February 28, 2021 50” X 50”
1. Our Heart Are Strong Because of You – by Delaney Renehan Age 15 Leesburg VA
2. Heart Quilt – by Judy Katz
3. Stay Home and Stay Safe – Abigail Hillerich TV station 25DVM
4. Children under COVID by Julie Katz for Deborah
5. A Hand of Thanks – by Ryan Age 4
6. Thank You Essential Workers by Bernice
7. Never Forget – by Watercolorist Alex Carr Purcellville VA
8. Thank You – by artists paint a panel artist
8. Honoring Scientific Research – by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
9. Mask Normal– by M Sullivan Middleburg VA
10.Hands Touching Hands – by Paint a Panel Artist in Purcellville VA
11. Superheros in Capes – by Delaney age 15
12. Bergen County COVID Testing Center– by Catharine McLaughlin- Honoring the first federally mandated drive through COVID testing center New Jersey
13. Care Givers Thank You – by 93 Year old Norman Liedtke Pompano Beach Florida
14 We are Praying For You –by 3rd grader Catholic School
15 Our Hearts to Frontline Workers – by Artist Carol Bolen Centreville VA
16.Thank You – by Children Arts Paint Class
Created by Jeanne Niccolls and Priscilla Godfrey
Finished on February 28, 2021 50” X 50”
1. Our Heart Are Strong Because of You – by Delaney Renehan Age 15 Leesburg VA
2. Heart Quilt – by Judy Katz
3. Stay Home and Stay Safe – Abigail Hillerich TV station 25DVM
4. Children under COVID by Julie Katz for Deborah
5. A Hand of Thanks – by Ryan Age 4
6. Thank You Essential Workers by Bernice
7. Never Forget – by Watercolorist Alex Carr Purcellville VA
8. Thank You – by artists paint a panel artist
8. Honoring Scientific Research – by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
9. Mask Normal– by M Sullivan Middleburg VA
10.Hands Touching Hands – by Paint a Panel Artist in Purcellville VA
11. Superheros in Capes – by Delaney age 15
12. Bergen County COVID Testing Center– by Catharine McLaughlin- Honoring the first federally mandated drive through COVID testing center New Jersey
13. Care Givers Thank You – by 93 Year old Norman Liedtke Pompano Beach Florida
14 We are Praying For You –by 3rd grader Catholic School
15 Our Hearts to Frontline Workers – by Artist Carol Bolen Centreville VA
16.Thank You – by Children Arts Paint Class
HOPE Quilt 08
Created by Jeanne Niccolls and Priscilla Godfrey
Finished on March 5, 2021 50” X 50”
The COVID-19 HOPE Quilts and Letters of HOPE held a 3-day Honor and Sunset Vigil Tribute at the Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials in October 2020, a dark time during the pandemic in America. The Washington Post and local TV News affiliates provided media coverage. Inspired by the story to contribute, High School Teacher, Augusta Dasandiego led the National Art Honor Society members at Riverside High School Leesburg VA to create artworks to honor health care workers, and loved ones lost. Nearly ¾ of this quilt are their stunning contributions. Since then a high school in Aldie, Virginia has created a similar curriculum project and their quilt is underway.
1. Remembering Those Lost – by M Sullivan Middleburg VA
2. A Gift of Gratitude – by Susan Klayman
3. Butterflies Appear When Loved Ones Are Near in Memory of Those Lost to COVID by – Heather M. Salazar in honor of Lee C April 2020 and Joe P December 2020
4 Profile of COVID – by Swetha Riverside High School National Art Honor Student Leesburg VA
5. HEAL US – by Ashley Gorrnley and daughter
6. Crosses to Bear – by Crisdeth Riverside High School National Art Honor Student Leesburg VA
7. We Are In This TOGETHER –by Sydney Riverside High School National Art Honor Student Leesburg VA
8. COVID-19 Earthly Attack – by Farashta Riverside High School National Art Honor Student Leesburg
9. Artful Patterns– by Melanie Chen Riverside High School National Art Honor Student Leesburg VA
10.To Those Who Lost A Loved One How Do You Mend A Broken Heart? – by Susan Klayman
11. Nitsa Devin Memorial – Nitsa loved cats, yellow roses, Texas, reading books and especially poetry and was full of life. She died at the age of 39. Her sister Angela created a memorial panel for Nitsa that is in quilt 5 with the state of Texas a place Nitsa loved.
12.HOPE Springs Eternal – by Alexander Riverside High School National Art Honor Student Leesburg VA
13.Thank you – by Julia H. Riverside High School National Art Honor Student Leesburg VA
14 War on COVID – by Chau Tran Riverside High School National Art Honor Student Leesburg VA
15 Honor and Memory – by Afia Riverside High School National Art Honor Student Leesburg VA
16.THANK YOU – by Esha Riverside High School National Art Honor Student Leesburg VA
Created by Jeanne Niccolls and Priscilla Godfrey
Finished on March 5, 2021 50” X 50”
The COVID-19 HOPE Quilts and Letters of HOPE held a 3-day Honor and Sunset Vigil Tribute at the Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials in October 2020, a dark time during the pandemic in America. The Washington Post and local TV News affiliates provided media coverage. Inspired by the story to contribute, High School Teacher, Augusta Dasandiego led the National Art Honor Society members at Riverside High School Leesburg VA to create artworks to honor health care workers, and loved ones lost. Nearly ¾ of this quilt are their stunning contributions. Since then a high school in Aldie, Virginia has created a similar curriculum project and their quilt is underway.
1. Remembering Those Lost – by M Sullivan Middleburg VA
2. A Gift of Gratitude – by Susan Klayman
3. Butterflies Appear When Loved Ones Are Near in Memory of Those Lost to COVID by – Heather M. Salazar in honor of Lee C April 2020 and Joe P December 2020
4 Profile of COVID – by Swetha Riverside High School National Art Honor Student Leesburg VA
5. HEAL US – by Ashley Gorrnley and daughter
6. Crosses to Bear – by Crisdeth Riverside High School National Art Honor Student Leesburg VA
7. We Are In This TOGETHER –by Sydney Riverside High School National Art Honor Student Leesburg VA
8. COVID-19 Earthly Attack – by Farashta Riverside High School National Art Honor Student Leesburg
9. Artful Patterns– by Melanie Chen Riverside High School National Art Honor Student Leesburg VA
10.To Those Who Lost A Loved One How Do You Mend A Broken Heart? – by Susan Klayman
11. Nitsa Devin Memorial – Nitsa loved cats, yellow roses, Texas, reading books and especially poetry and was full of life. She died at the age of 39. Her sister Angela created a memorial panel for Nitsa that is in quilt 5 with the state of Texas a place Nitsa loved.
12.HOPE Springs Eternal – by Alexander Riverside High School National Art Honor Student Leesburg VA
13.Thank you – by Julia H. Riverside High School National Art Honor Student Leesburg VA
14 War on COVID – by Chau Tran Riverside High School National Art Honor Student Leesburg VA
15 Honor and Memory – by Afia Riverside High School National Art Honor Student Leesburg VA
16.THANK YOU – by Esha Riverside High School National Art Honor Student Leesburg VA
HOPE Quilt 09
Created by Priscilla Godfrey
Finished on May 4, 2021
CHILDREN'S QUILT
1. COVID-19 2020 – Grace Age 11 Lovettsville, VA - Letters of HOPE Event October 2020 Walk 4 Mountains – Fundraising for Breast Cancer Research & COVID
2. Hearts of Gratitude – by Kailey Renehan Age 13 Leesburg VA
3. Thank You Veterinarians – Josephine 3rd Grade
4. We Love Our Heroes- by Delaney Renehan Age 15 Leesburg, VA
5. Nurse Heroes – by student Kailey Renehan
6. Abstract Expression – by Ethan Age 5 Childrens Paint Class
7. We Can Beat This Thank You Age 8 Nalia
8. Thank you Teachers – by Student in Childrens Paint Class
9. STOP COVID – by Kailey Renehan Age 13 Leesburg VA
Created by Priscilla Godfrey
Finished on May 4, 2021
CHILDREN'S QUILT
1. COVID-19 2020 – Grace Age 11 Lovettsville, VA - Letters of HOPE Event October 2020 Walk 4 Mountains – Fundraising for Breast Cancer Research & COVID
2. Hearts of Gratitude – by Kailey Renehan Age 13 Leesburg VA
3. Thank You Veterinarians – Josephine 3rd Grade
4. We Love Our Heroes- by Delaney Renehan Age 15 Leesburg, VA
5. Nurse Heroes – by student Kailey Renehan
6. Abstract Expression – by Ethan Age 5 Childrens Paint Class
7. We Can Beat This Thank You Age 8 Nalia
8. Thank you Teachers – by Student in Childrens Paint Class
9. STOP COVID – by Kailey Renehan Age 13 Leesburg VA
HOPE Quilt 10
Created by Priscilla Godfrey
Finished on May 11, 2021
1.To Our First Responders You Are The Stars in the Universe – Susan Klayman VA
2. Race 4 A Cure June 2020 M Sullivan VA
3. Fighting 2 Cs by Jewelry designer and artist Liz Hall Lovettsville, VA
4 Tulip Flight – by Master Silk painter Karen Sistek Washington State
5. In Memory of John U. – by Audrey Syler teacher for another teacher lost to the pandemic. Herndon VA
6. Thanking Individuals Helping Others During COVID – by Laney Oxman
7. Medicine Cure – by Anonymous
8. We Will Survive Never Forget 2020 by Sunset Hills HOPE Quilt Paint a Panel artist;
9. HOPE 4 Better Days – by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
10.Poppies of Remembrance – by Watercolorist Alex Carr Loudoun County VA
11. Thank you Frontline Workers – Paint a Panel class Purcellville VA
12. Cases and Counting Oct 2020 – by M Sullivan Middleburg VA
13. Geared UP – by Loudoun Arts Artist Leesburg VA.
14 Made For Our Frontline Workers by Bettie Illnois
15 Patriotic Beads – by Loudoun High School Student VA
16.Fatigue Treating Those In Need - by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
Created by Priscilla Godfrey
Finished on May 11, 2021
1.To Our First Responders You Are The Stars in the Universe – Susan Klayman VA
2. Race 4 A Cure June 2020 M Sullivan VA
3. Fighting 2 Cs by Jewelry designer and artist Liz Hall Lovettsville, VA
4 Tulip Flight – by Master Silk painter Karen Sistek Washington State
5. In Memory of John U. – by Audrey Syler teacher for another teacher lost to the pandemic. Herndon VA
6. Thanking Individuals Helping Others During COVID – by Laney Oxman
7. Medicine Cure – by Anonymous
8. We Will Survive Never Forget 2020 by Sunset Hills HOPE Quilt Paint a Panel artist;
9. HOPE 4 Better Days – by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
10.Poppies of Remembrance – by Watercolorist Alex Carr Loudoun County VA
11. Thank you Frontline Workers – Paint a Panel class Purcellville VA
12. Cases and Counting Oct 2020 – by M Sullivan Middleburg VA
13. Geared UP – by Loudoun Arts Artist Leesburg VA.
14 Made For Our Frontline Workers by Bettie Illnois
15 Patriotic Beads – by Loudoun High School Student VA
16.Fatigue Treating Those In Need - by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
HOPE Quilt 11
Created by Priscilla Godfrey
Finished on June 6 2021
CHILDREN'S QUILT
1.Thank You Teachers – Mia 3rd Grade
2. Thank you Heart– by Paint a Panel Event Leesburg VA
3. Be Safe Bandaid – Elementary Student Leebsburg Virginia
4. We Love Our Heroes- by Delaney Renehan Age 15 Leesburg, VA
5. Nurse Heroes – by student Kailey Renehan
6. Abstract Expression by 5 Year old Artist
7. We Can Beat This Thank You by Paint a Panel artists Middleburg VA
8. Thank you Teachers – by Riverside High School Student Farashta
9. STOP COVID – by Kailey Renehan Age 13 Leesburg VA
Created by Priscilla Godfrey
Finished on June 6 2021
CHILDREN'S QUILT
1.Thank You Teachers – Mia 3rd Grade
2. Thank you Heart– by Paint a Panel Event Leesburg VA
3. Be Safe Bandaid – Elementary Student Leebsburg Virginia
4. We Love Our Heroes- by Delaney Renehan Age 15 Leesburg, VA
5. Nurse Heroes – by student Kailey Renehan
6. Abstract Expression by 5 Year old Artist
7. We Can Beat This Thank You by Paint a Panel artists Middleburg VA
8. Thank you Teachers – by Riverside High School Student Farashta
9. STOP COVID – by Kailey Renehan Age 13 Leesburg VA
HOPE Quilt 12
Created by Jeanne Niccolls and Priscilla Godfrey
Finished on June 11, 2021
1. Together Shield – by M Sullivan Middleburg VA
2. Thank You FIRE/EMT – by Susan Klayman
3. Medical Heros by –Kailey Renehan Age 13 Leesburg VA
4 Masking the Earth COVID – by WAC Arlington VA
5. Loudoun County PPE Makers – by volunteers who made hundreds of hats, masks for medical personnel
6. Margaret Mary Mulrooney Memorial – by Anne Mulrooney
7. Thank You –by Sarika
8. INOVA Fairfax hospital Love – by M Sullivan Middleburg, VA
9. Are We Speeding– by Curtis Iverson Age 91 who worked for Walt Disney, Norman Rockwell and Charles Shultz
10.In Memory – by by Master Silk painter Karen Sistek Washington State
11. You Are A Shooting Star – by Kailey Renehan Age 13 Leesburg VA
12.Thank You Teachers – by Paint A Panel Art Classes
13.Healthcare Professional – by Eric Fisher Overwhelmed, overworked, and underappreciated healthcare professionals weighed on my mind at the time I produced this panel. The content of the panel is a playful snapshot of the imagery conjured in my mind's eye of healthcare professionals. The spirit of the panel is an affirmation that those dedicated professionals were then and remain now in my thoughts.
14 Quilted Hearts – by Julie Katz for Stephanie
15 Basket Full Of HOPE – by Thelma Levitt
16.We Can Do It – – by Kailey Renehan Age 13 Leesburg VA
Created by Jeanne Niccolls and Priscilla Godfrey
Finished on June 11, 2021
1. Together Shield – by M Sullivan Middleburg VA
2. Thank You FIRE/EMT – by Susan Klayman
3. Medical Heros by –Kailey Renehan Age 13 Leesburg VA
4 Masking the Earth COVID – by WAC Arlington VA
5. Loudoun County PPE Makers – by volunteers who made hundreds of hats, masks for medical personnel
6. Margaret Mary Mulrooney Memorial – by Anne Mulrooney
7. Thank You –by Sarika
8. INOVA Fairfax hospital Love – by M Sullivan Middleburg, VA
9. Are We Speeding– by Curtis Iverson Age 91 who worked for Walt Disney, Norman Rockwell and Charles Shultz
10.In Memory – by by Master Silk painter Karen Sistek Washington State
11. You Are A Shooting Star – by Kailey Renehan Age 13 Leesburg VA
12.Thank You Teachers – by Paint A Panel Art Classes
13.Healthcare Professional – by Eric Fisher Overwhelmed, overworked, and underappreciated healthcare professionals weighed on my mind at the time I produced this panel. The content of the panel is a playful snapshot of the imagery conjured in my mind's eye of healthcare professionals. The spirit of the panel is an affirmation that those dedicated professionals were then and remain now in my thoughts.
14 Quilted Hearts – by Julie Katz for Stephanie
15 Basket Full Of HOPE – by Thelma Levitt
16.We Can Do It – – by Kailey Renehan Age 13 Leesburg VA
HOPE Quilt 13
Created by Susie Wong
Finished on June 11, 2021
1.Dr Eugene Conti Memorial – Dr. Conti continued to work during COVID in southern Virginia, author, outdoorsman he gave the ultimate sacrifice– by Portrait artist Diane Canney Purcellville VA
2. THANK YOU – by student artists in Leesburg
3. Heart with Mask by Jewelry designer and artist Liz Hall Lovettsville, VA
4 Capitol Police Honor – by M Sullivan Middleburg VA
5. Rick Long Memorial – by Beth Wilhelm
6. Thank You Frontline Workers – by Lincoln Memorial Paint a Panel Event
7. Murry Blatt – Loved by his family, Murry loved Opera and life and was the mainstay of his family and is lost.– by Portrait artist Diane Canney Purcellville VA
8. In Memory To Those Lost To COVID– by Watercolorist Alex Carr Purcellville VA
9. Thank you Nurses by Quilt Instructor and Math specialist, Marilyn McAllister Georgia
10.Taking Temps – by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
11. Heartfelt Thanks to Doctors – by Quilt Instructor and Math specialist, Marilyn McAllister Georgia
12. 4 Nurses by Award Winning Artist John Deckert in California
13. Thank you Veterinarians – by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
14 We Might Be Apart But We Are In This Together – by Marya Lewanski Alaska
15 COVID Remembered – by Watercolorist Alex Carr Purcellville VA
16.Remembering – by Del Ray Artisans Alexandria VA
Created by Susie Wong
Finished on June 11, 2021
1.Dr Eugene Conti Memorial – Dr. Conti continued to work during COVID in southern Virginia, author, outdoorsman he gave the ultimate sacrifice– by Portrait artist Diane Canney Purcellville VA
2. THANK YOU – by student artists in Leesburg
3. Heart with Mask by Jewelry designer and artist Liz Hall Lovettsville, VA
4 Capitol Police Honor – by M Sullivan Middleburg VA
5. Rick Long Memorial – by Beth Wilhelm
6. Thank You Frontline Workers – by Lincoln Memorial Paint a Panel Event
7. Murry Blatt – Loved by his family, Murry loved Opera and life and was the mainstay of his family and is lost.– by Portrait artist Diane Canney Purcellville VA
8. In Memory To Those Lost To COVID– by Watercolorist Alex Carr Purcellville VA
9. Thank you Nurses by Quilt Instructor and Math specialist, Marilyn McAllister Georgia
10.Taking Temps – by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
11. Heartfelt Thanks to Doctors – by Quilt Instructor and Math specialist, Marilyn McAllister Georgia
12. 4 Nurses by Award Winning Artist John Deckert in California
13. Thank you Veterinarians – by Diane Canney Purcellville VA
14 We Might Be Apart But We Are In This Together – by Marya Lewanski Alaska
15 COVID Remembered – by Watercolorist Alex Carr Purcellville VA
16.Remembering – by Del Ray Artisans Alexandria VA
HOPE Quilt 14
Rami's Heart Memorial
Created by Priscilla Godfrey & Kimberly Fry
(Left Top to bottom)
1. 4 Nurses of California by Award Winning Artist John Deckert in California
2. In Memory of Rami by Madeline Corrigan
3. Heroes Wear Scrubs by Pedro Romero Maryland
4. Crosses to Bear by Crisdeth Riverside High School National Art Honor Student Leesburg VA
(Across to right)
5. COVID Suribachi Memorial by high school student Kailey Renehan age 13
6. Remembering – by Watercolorist Alex Carr Loudoun County VA
(Right Top to bottom)
7. Sunflower HOPE - y Watercolorist Alex Carr Purcellville VA
8. HOPE HONOR LOVE HEAL – Anonymous
9. Dr Barrett – Entering the World During the Pandemic – Diane Canney Virginia
10. Missing Grandpa – by Watercolorist Alex Carr Loudoun County VA
Rami's Heart Memorial
Created by Priscilla Godfrey & Kimberly Fry
(Left Top to bottom)
1. 4 Nurses of California by Award Winning Artist John Deckert in California
2. In Memory of Rami by Madeline Corrigan
3. Heroes Wear Scrubs by Pedro Romero Maryland
4. Crosses to Bear by Crisdeth Riverside High School National Art Honor Student Leesburg VA
(Across to right)
5. COVID Suribachi Memorial by high school student Kailey Renehan age 13
6. Remembering – by Watercolorist Alex Carr Loudoun County VA
(Right Top to bottom)
7. Sunflower HOPE - y Watercolorist Alex Carr Purcellville VA
8. HOPE HONOR LOVE HEAL – Anonymous
9. Dr Barrett – Entering the World During the Pandemic – Diane Canney Virginia
10. Missing Grandpa – by Watercolorist Alex Carr Loudoun County VA
HOPE Quilt 15
Created by Susie Wong
Finished in October 2021
Featuring Panel Blocks by Lightridge High School National Art Honor Students
This quilt was the inspiration of Bella, a talented 14 year old high school art student. She approached her Visual Arts art teacher, Jim Haller, who led his class in having them express their feelings about how the pandemic affected them and how it made them feel. The panels were shipped to Texas and were designed into this stunning quilt by Susie Wong. This quilt was on display at the Houston International Quilt show in 2021.
Created by Susie Wong
Finished in October 2021
Featuring Panel Blocks by Lightridge High School National Art Honor Students
This quilt was the inspiration of Bella, a talented 14 year old high school art student. She approached her Visual Arts art teacher, Jim Haller, who led his class in having them express their feelings about how the pandemic affected them and how it made them feel. The panels were shipped to Texas and were designed into this stunning quilt by Susie Wong. This quilt was on display at the Houston International Quilt show in 2021.
HOPE Quilt 16
Created by Priscilla Godfrey
Finished in January 2020
Featuring panel blocks by the Employees of Aveshka Corporation, Virginia.
Aveshka Corporation Purchased “Paint a Panel” Kits as a way for employees and their families to express gratitude to frontline workers and with messages of hope. Aveshka works in a variety of technology solutions capacities for the US government and other clients including multiple areas that they support those or activies related to managing and fighting the pandemic. All employees from the CEO to young children of employees participated. This quilt features portraits by watercolorist Alex Carr of Virginia and Namchi Dao, an art college student who painted the square on the bottom right.
Created by Priscilla Godfrey
Finished in January 2020
Featuring panel blocks by the Employees of Aveshka Corporation, Virginia.
Aveshka Corporation Purchased “Paint a Panel” Kits as a way for employees and their families to express gratitude to frontline workers and with messages of hope. Aveshka works in a variety of technology solutions capacities for the US government and other clients including multiple areas that they support those or activies related to managing and fighting the pandemic. All employees from the CEO to young children of employees participated. This quilt features portraits by watercolorist Alex Carr of Virginia and Namchi Dao, an art college student who painted the square on the bottom right.
HOPE Quilt 17
Created by Priscilla Godfrey & Goins
Finished in January 2022
Featuring Panel Blocks by the Employees of Aveshka Corporation, Virginia
Aveshka Corporation Purchased “Paint a Panel” Kits as a way for employees and their families to express gratitude to frontline workers and with messages of hope. Aveshka works in a variety of technology solutions capacities for the US government and other clients including multiple areas that they support those or activies related to managing and fighting the pandemic. All employees from the CEO to young children of employees participated. This quilt features the first portrait by Diane Canney.
Created by Priscilla Godfrey & Goins
Finished in January 2022
Featuring Panel Blocks by the Employees of Aveshka Corporation, Virginia
Aveshka Corporation Purchased “Paint a Panel” Kits as a way for employees and their families to express gratitude to frontline workers and with messages of hope. Aveshka works in a variety of technology solutions capacities for the US government and other clients including multiple areas that they support those or activies related to managing and fighting the pandemic. All employees from the CEO to young children of employees participated. This quilt features the first portrait by Diane Canney.
HOPE Quilt 18
Created by Susie Wong and Jo's Quilting Studio
April 2022
This quilt is one of the most inspiring quilts from our beautiful collection. It was created by a group of deaf, hard of hearing, and hearing quilters who learned to sign on Zoom during the pandemic. The quilting was completed and signed by Susie Wong, a well known long arm quilter in Sugarland Texas.
Created by Susie Wong and Jo's Quilting Studio
April 2022
This quilt is one of the most inspiring quilts from our beautiful collection. It was created by a group of deaf, hard of hearing, and hearing quilters who learned to sign on Zoom during the pandemic. The quilting was completed and signed by Susie Wong, a well known long arm quilter in Sugarland Texas.
Hope Quilt #20
Machine sewn and quilted by Jeanne Niccolls and Priscilla Godfrey. Blocks made by the following artists:
1. In Memory of Rob 2021 – Sylvia Burns
2. Flags - Unknown
3. Honoring Londoners on the Frontline Providing Transport – Lauren S___, London UK
4. Never Forget Those We Lost - LCF
5. Candles for Ramon and Maria Lancon - Margarita Harrington
6. In Memory of Those Lost to Covid-19 – Alex Carr, Purcellville Va
7. Full Moon through the Tree - Unknown
8. Honoring Scientific Research - Diane Canney, Purcellville VA
9. Native American Unsung Hero Marshall McKay - Unknown
10. Red, White and Blue Squares - Pat Coleman
11. Never Forget - Anonymous
12. Covid 19 Variants – Diane Canney, Purcellville VA
13. Thank you to Our Nurses - Danielle
14. Lillian Hartman Loved Flowers - Jeanne Niccolls, Round Hill VA
15. Thank All of You – P. Liedtke, 95 years old
16. Sending the Calm of Winter to Those Who Lost Loved Ones– Alex Carr, Purcellville VA
Machine sewn and quilted by Jeanne Niccolls and Priscilla Godfrey. Blocks made by the following artists:
1. In Memory of Rob 2021 – Sylvia Burns
2. Flags - Unknown
3. Honoring Londoners on the Frontline Providing Transport – Lauren S___, London UK
4. Never Forget Those We Lost - LCF
5. Candles for Ramon and Maria Lancon - Margarita Harrington
6. In Memory of Those Lost to Covid-19 – Alex Carr, Purcellville Va
7. Full Moon through the Tree - Unknown
8. Honoring Scientific Research - Diane Canney, Purcellville VA
9. Native American Unsung Hero Marshall McKay - Unknown
10. Red, White and Blue Squares - Pat Coleman
11. Never Forget - Anonymous
12. Covid 19 Variants – Diane Canney, Purcellville VA
13. Thank you to Our Nurses - Danielle
14. Lillian Hartman Loved Flowers - Jeanne Niccolls, Round Hill VA
15. Thank All of You – P. Liedtke, 95 years old
16. Sending the Calm of Winter to Those Who Lost Loved Ones– Alex Carr, Purcellville VA
Hope Quilt #21 – Civility Quilt of Hope
The Civility Quilt of Hope project features original artwork created by members of the Western Maryland Watercolor Society, members of the Women's Action Coalition, members of Choose Civility: Allegany County, and other local citizens. "We are thrilled to be a part of this meaningful project”, said Lita Havens, Civility Quilt of Hope seamstress and Past-President of the Western Maryland Watercolor Society. "Our members have poured their hearts and creativity into this quilt." The team effort is sponsored by Choose Civility: Allegany County, a grassroots initiative that promotes kindness, respect, and understanding. The Hope Quilt Project aligns perfectly with their mission of promoting civility and positivity in our community.
Machine sewn by Lita Havens and quilted on a long arm machine by Holley Schewe. Blocks made by the following artists (numbers correspond to blocks in the quilt from left to right and top to bottom):
1. HOPE “With my quilt I’m hoping to convey a feeling of peace, tranquility, peace and HOPE” – Leola Saville
2. Carol Miller “Friend, cardplayer, lover of bling, hummingbirds, sea glass and Tie dye! Mostly she was a friend and joyful lover of life. This precious friend dies of Covid. She is missed by all who knew her.” – Deb Fornwalt
3. Thank You Librarians “This square is to honor and say thank you to the librarians of the Alleghany County library system. During the Pandemic the library rearranged the way of serving the community: drive-through book pickup, Zoom activities, and updating their website and social media sites with inspiring information” – Lita Havens
4. The Science! “The many years of mRNA vaccine research that led to the development of Covid-19 vaccines in such a timely approach saved so many lives. Though their work and dedication were not universally appreciated, I applaud them! Such a difference!” – Janet Lawler Heavner
5. Caduceus “I was inspired by friends who were nurses during the pandemic because they were on the front lines of an unknown medical challenge, courageously caring for others. Some of my family have been nurses so I pay tribute to them as well.” – Elesha Ruminski
6. Peace and Hope, “I chose the colors of the Pan African flag because the BIPOC were disproportionately impacted by COVID-19” - Antoinette Royster
7. Thank You Front Line Caregivers “for all they do, through their bravery, dedication and compassion to take care of those in need during our COVID crisis” – Maureen McGann
8. Gratitude “Thank you to all frontline workers, particularly nurses and doctors.” - Vivian Moore
9. Star of Hope and Healing “This star symbol is my illustrated version of a Plum Blossom Cranioplasty Plate which physically holds my skull together after having a brain tumor removed. For me the star symbolizes hope and healing and family and community support. It reminds me of life-giving healthcare provided by medical staff and the gratitude I had for them during the pandemic and at all times.” – Renee Warnick Mason
10. In Memory of Terry Beitzel, Director of Mahatma Gandhi Center for Global Nonviolence - Renee Warnick Mason
11. Hope is Eternal “We must always hope, even if only a small quantity of hope remains it will grow. In the darkest night we must shine the light of hope for all to see and gain strength” - Susan Trice
12. Hope - Lita Havens
13. Health Care Workers Went Above and Beyond “Honoring healthcare workers” - Kathy Turnbull
14. Always Make Time to Smell the Flowers “I think flowers are a big part of my life, and I firmly believe in stopping and smelling them”– Nellie B. Clarke
15. Thank You Librarians “This quilt square is about the gratitude I have for my fellow library workers. They were on the frontline, providing sidewalk service for our patrons. These essential workers put themselves out there in an effort to provide uplifting morale to our community.” Renee Warnick Mason
16. Thank You “My son-in-law is a nurse anesthetist who spent time working in the Covid ward at the height of the pandemic.” – Val Llewellyn
17. Thank You - Nancy Biggs
18. Angels of Mercy Sustain and Defend “As always, angels of mercy watching over us, trying to put out the flames of desperation, deception, and disease. May our first lines of defense be sustained through love and proper compensation and care.” – Connie Valentine
19. The Front Liners “Teachers, nurses, police officers are on the frontline of the fight against the pandemic.” – Nancy Hamilton
20. Hope “Hearts of various sizes and colors represent both the diverse community we have needed to support each other and live beyond Covid, and the diverse ways Covid has changed (for better or worse) our community – all centered around the light of Hope.” – Andrea Opel
The Civility Quilt of Hope project features original artwork created by members of the Western Maryland Watercolor Society, members of the Women's Action Coalition, members of Choose Civility: Allegany County, and other local citizens. "We are thrilled to be a part of this meaningful project”, said Lita Havens, Civility Quilt of Hope seamstress and Past-President of the Western Maryland Watercolor Society. "Our members have poured their hearts and creativity into this quilt." The team effort is sponsored by Choose Civility: Allegany County, a grassroots initiative that promotes kindness, respect, and understanding. The Hope Quilt Project aligns perfectly with their mission of promoting civility and positivity in our community.
Machine sewn by Lita Havens and quilted on a long arm machine by Holley Schewe. Blocks made by the following artists (numbers correspond to blocks in the quilt from left to right and top to bottom):
1. HOPE “With my quilt I’m hoping to convey a feeling of peace, tranquility, peace and HOPE” – Leola Saville
2. Carol Miller “Friend, cardplayer, lover of bling, hummingbirds, sea glass and Tie dye! Mostly she was a friend and joyful lover of life. This precious friend dies of Covid. She is missed by all who knew her.” – Deb Fornwalt
3. Thank You Librarians “This square is to honor and say thank you to the librarians of the Alleghany County library system. During the Pandemic the library rearranged the way of serving the community: drive-through book pickup, Zoom activities, and updating their website and social media sites with inspiring information” – Lita Havens
4. The Science! “The many years of mRNA vaccine research that led to the development of Covid-19 vaccines in such a timely approach saved so many lives. Though their work and dedication were not universally appreciated, I applaud them! Such a difference!” – Janet Lawler Heavner
5. Caduceus “I was inspired by friends who were nurses during the pandemic because they were on the front lines of an unknown medical challenge, courageously caring for others. Some of my family have been nurses so I pay tribute to them as well.” – Elesha Ruminski
6. Peace and Hope, “I chose the colors of the Pan African flag because the BIPOC were disproportionately impacted by COVID-19” - Antoinette Royster
7. Thank You Front Line Caregivers “for all they do, through their bravery, dedication and compassion to take care of those in need during our COVID crisis” – Maureen McGann
8. Gratitude “Thank you to all frontline workers, particularly nurses and doctors.” - Vivian Moore
9. Star of Hope and Healing “This star symbol is my illustrated version of a Plum Blossom Cranioplasty Plate which physically holds my skull together after having a brain tumor removed. For me the star symbolizes hope and healing and family and community support. It reminds me of life-giving healthcare provided by medical staff and the gratitude I had for them during the pandemic and at all times.” – Renee Warnick Mason
10. In Memory of Terry Beitzel, Director of Mahatma Gandhi Center for Global Nonviolence - Renee Warnick Mason
11. Hope is Eternal “We must always hope, even if only a small quantity of hope remains it will grow. In the darkest night we must shine the light of hope for all to see and gain strength” - Susan Trice
12. Hope - Lita Havens
13. Health Care Workers Went Above and Beyond “Honoring healthcare workers” - Kathy Turnbull
14. Always Make Time to Smell the Flowers “I think flowers are a big part of my life, and I firmly believe in stopping and smelling them”– Nellie B. Clarke
15. Thank You Librarians “This quilt square is about the gratitude I have for my fellow library workers. They were on the frontline, providing sidewalk service for our patrons. These essential workers put themselves out there in an effort to provide uplifting morale to our community.” Renee Warnick Mason
16. Thank You “My son-in-law is a nurse anesthetist who spent time working in the Covid ward at the height of the pandemic.” – Val Llewellyn
17. Thank You - Nancy Biggs
18. Angels of Mercy Sustain and Defend “As always, angels of mercy watching over us, trying to put out the flames of desperation, deception, and disease. May our first lines of defense be sustained through love and proper compensation and care.” – Connie Valentine
19. The Front Liners “Teachers, nurses, police officers are on the frontline of the fight against the pandemic.” – Nancy Hamilton
20. Hope “Hearts of various sizes and colors represent both the diverse community we have needed to support each other and live beyond Covid, and the diverse ways Covid has changed (for better or worse) our community – all centered around the light of Hope.” – Andrea Opel
The Schoolhouse Quilters Guild has completed a quilt made in remembrance of community members and loved ones lost to COVID-19. The COVID-19 HOPE quilt also serves to honor frontline workers and the challenges they have faced in our community. Individual blocks have been dedicated to those lost to our families and to the heroes that have offered their assistance in our time of need. A special block is from a painting that the HOPE quilt founder Diane Canney painted to honor Dr. Sean L. McCagh lost to COVID-19. The project is a national endeavor to inspire hope and healing and to record the thoughts and feelings of those affected by this extraordinary crisis in our world history.
The quilt that was constructed by Schoolhouse Quilters Guild members will be part of a traveling collection that will be shown in quilt shows throughout the country just as part of the collection was hosted and displayed at the Schoolhouse Quilt Show last year in June 2022. In addition, our local COVID HOPE quilt will be part of the online gallery.
Schoolhouse Quilters Guild members that worked on the quilt are as follows: Shelly Brown, Nellie Clarke, Roberta Clarke, Mary Lou Dawson, Lita Havens, Renee Kiddy, Lois Miltenberger, Leola Saville, Holley Schewe, Cheryl Sessler, Suzie Snyder, Kathy Turnbull, and Ina Warnick.
For hundreds of years quilts have told the stories of our lives and our shared histories. They have provided comfort and remembrances of those who have gone before us. Thus is the power of the art of quilting.
The quilt that was constructed by Schoolhouse Quilters Guild members will be part of a traveling collection that will be shown in quilt shows throughout the country just as part of the collection was hosted and displayed at the Schoolhouse Quilt Show last year in June 2022. In addition, our local COVID HOPE quilt will be part of the online gallery.
Schoolhouse Quilters Guild members that worked on the quilt are as follows: Shelly Brown, Nellie Clarke, Roberta Clarke, Mary Lou Dawson, Lita Havens, Renee Kiddy, Lois Miltenberger, Leola Saville, Holley Schewe, Cheryl Sessler, Suzie Snyder, Kathy Turnbull, and Ina Warnick.
For hundreds of years quilts have told the stories of our lives and our shared histories. They have provided comfort and remembrances of those who have gone before us. Thus is the power of the art of quilting.
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