Stasher DeEtte was able to finish her Patriot Quilt in time for this year’s celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States of America.

Inspired by Grandma, Aunt Maurine, friends and playing under quilts being quilted as a child, DeEtte continues the creative work of quilting and sewing. Her quilts are given to children for their baptism at the age of 8, her own children, and her own personal use. She has plans for future quilts including ‘Turning 20’, Stack & Whack, Nine Square, and Flying Geese and is open to any and all ideas when she finishes all of those.

DeEtte loves textiles. “Making somehting with my hands is very satisfying but more satisfying is making something come alive into a beautiful piece of art and love.”

What wisdom does DeEtte want to share? “Do what you love; give it a try. Have fun. Start small.