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My Mother's Quilts: Devotions from a Legacy of Needlework by Ramona Richards - Lately I've been reading this charming book of devotional thoughts based on the stories behind handmade quilts. There are beautiful photos of these heirloom quilts throughout, and for each quilt story there is a Scripture, a prayer, and a life lesson. Ramona Richards introduces the book with a little background on her mother's love of quilting, and how she had not only made many beautiful quilts herself but had also collected heirloom quilts and the stories behind them. Each devotional tells about a quilt and its pattern, and the personal story behind it, warmly and affectionately told, in a conversational style. The lessons are practical and encouraging, yet thought-provoking as well. For me, the color photos of the quilts were a feast for the eyes, and brought to mind my own experience in appreciating the artistry of quilts made my mother, aunts, and grandmother.

Keep reading for a little more information about the book and the author, and the link to a wonderful contest offer. There are many wonderful prizes up for grabs, including one of the quilts featured in the book!

From the publisher:

A quilt is love that serves a purpose.

Inspired by thirty family heirloom quilts, each devotion depicts the enduring legacy of faith, family and tradition. Rich, personal, sometimes heartbreaking, often funny, each reading provides a lesson and encouragement from the faithful women who crafted the quilts.

Full-color photographs of each quilt show the style and artistry of each beautiful work. The quilts, sewn by several generations over more than one-hundred years, are as unique and lovely as the hands that created them. The oldest was buried during the Civil War to keep it safe and the author's mother created the newest in the last years of her life.

About the author:

Ramona Richards is an award-winning editor, speaker, author of nine books, and a frequent contributor to devotional collections. An avid live music fan, Ramona loves Nashville, which she's called home since she was ten. Sensing her mother was near the end of her life, Ramona documented her mother's stories and lessons behind each family quilt. These stories form the devotions in My Mother's Quilts. Find out more about Ramona and her books by visiting her online at RamonaRichards.com.

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Now for the Contest!

Win one of the quilts featured in #MyMothersQuilts by Ramona Richards. Also up for grabs: loads of other prizes including quilting hand warmers, coloring books, and 25 signed copies of Ramona's book. Winners will be emailed after the contest ends on June 30, 2016. Click the image to get started! (Or follow this link: Win This Friendship Quilt! Contest Landing Page)

Please note that this contest is hosted by the author/publisher and not by Just A Second. They are overseeing the drawing and assume full responsibility for all aspects of this contest, including prize notification and fulfillment.

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