Stitching Ancestry: A Sew Black Live episode with Sarah Bond and e bond
In this special "Sew Black at Quiltcon" episode of the "Black Women Stitch" podcast, host Lisa Woolfork invites us into the textured narratives of Black heritage with her guests Sarah Bond and e bond. Sarah shares her poignant journey of collaboration; connecting with living family members like e bond, and also honoring the powerful legacies of ancestral women, such as Lavinia, her great-great-grandmother born into slavery in 1858, and Jane, born in 1828. Through the art of quilting, both navigate visual and auditory dialogues, reflecting on the essence of Black aliveness in a world that often places demands on Black identity. Highlighted in the episode is the Lavinia Unbound quilt, as well as e bond's "Glyphs" collection, an ode to sci-fi genius, Octavia Butler. The episode's pinnacle is the discussion of an 1870s basket quilt, capturing the spirit and audacity of Black women. A heartfelt acknowledgment to the sponsors and listeners underscores the importance of these narratives. Support their continuing journey on Patreon.