Handmade quilt by women in San Pedro Sula, Honduras
Description
This scrappy quilt was made by Madeline and her group of Makers that live 8 hours outside of San Pedro Sula. Madeline is 19-years-old and a mother of a 2 year old daughter. Since having to leave her bordo in July 2020 things have been very different for her. She and her family moved 8 hours away from San Pedro Sula and that also means 8 hours away from her baby's father. It has been difficult to take care of her on her own but she is grateful to at least have sewing for One Common Thread.
When they left the city we kept thinking it would be just a matter of time before she and her mother, Wendy would stop sewing. However, because there are literally no jobs in Honduras they are grateful to still have the work even if it means taking an 8 hour bus ride every few weeks.
Materials
high-quality thread, cotton fabrics for quilt top, minky or velvet fabric backing.
Dimensions
43" x 47"
Predominant Colors
Multi Color Scraps; Gray 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