Handmade quilt by women in San Pedro Sula, Honduras
Description
"My name is Elba. I was born on August 14, 2000, and I am in free union with my partner. I am the mother of two and a stepmother to one. I have three children: Kimberly, 3 years old; Ruth Nohemy, 8 years old and in second grade; and my stepson, José Belarmino, 16 years old and in 10th grade.
My husband works as a gardener, and I have a job because I dedicate myself to taking care of my children at home. I don't have much experience sewing, but I am willing to learn as I go along. I want to sew because I love it, and it allows me to work from home while caring for my children. My last academic year was the fifth grade.
We are a family of five living together in one room that is about 20' x 20' big. I have been saving to build onto our house and create more space for our little family. The hardest thing that has happened to me is my economic situation. The best thing that has happened to me is having my parents and my children."
Materials
high-quality thread, cotton fabrics for quilt top, minky or velvet fabric backing.
Dimensions
55" x 72" This is a long throw quilt
Predominant Colors
Various Bright Pink and White Colors; Brown Velvet backing
Beautifully hand-stitched hexagon quilt. Majority of fabric is donated and proceeds employ women living in poverty in the "bordos" of San Pedro Sula, Honduras