Healing Quilts

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Several years ago, I was diagnosed with breast cancer and underwent surgery. I am thankful that there has been no recurrence of the disease. I found the therapeutic act of making quilts helped me through this difficult period.

 

 

 

 

                            Biopsy
 

                                          28" x 28"  $325 
                   

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I stitched this quilt while I was awaiting the results of various tests.

 

 

 

 

                                                Surgical Scars

 

                                 40.5" x 39.5"  $800
 


After the surgery, there were emotional as well as physical scars.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                         All That Remains
 

                                  31" x 31"  $465
               

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During the recovery period, I often felt very "raw-edged".

This quilt was constructed from the remnants of Biopsy.

 

 

 

 

 

 

                               Out of the Shadow
 

                            45" x 45"  $900
               

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Making this cheerful quilt helped me return to my usual optimistic   self.

 

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