As a fabriholic and a South African, I can freely admit that African fabrics are the BEST. There’s something so satisfying about using African fabrics. They cut so beautifully, they don’t fray, they hold their shape once cut - no distorting, they sew up so perfectly. I use them ALL the time.
Thank you for introducing us to Miriam, such a joyful and interesting woman. I learned a lot today. Isn’t wonderful how technology can connect people together who have the same interests. 😊
What an amazing woman! Not just for her perspective on fabrics, but on humanity. I was almost in tears. I only wish we could all come together and exclude differences and move forward. LOVE this interview. Miriam is awesome.
Gloria here. First time in a long time, I’ve finally caught your interview live! Miriam is very interesting and articulate in the descriptions of waxed fabric and her quilt making. I am enjoying this immensely. You ask the right questions Karen. Thank you.
I love them, too. Maybe you can help me. I bought some from a major U.S. fabric store. The fabric was beautiful, but it was stiff. I used it for bags, but it didn't seem right for clothing. Do you have a suggestion?
I am a South African. I love African fabrics. Our continent is vibrant, so are the fabrics. Miriam has amazing ideas and I love her sharing and sense of community. Go places Miriam, empowering women. Take care and blessings to you and your family. Thanks Karen for having her on your RU-vid.
Thoroughly enjoyed the interview. Miriam is amazing. I enjoy being a tribe member. Anticipating a wonderful summit. Thank you Karen for spot lighting Miriam.
Such a great interview! Miriam is so interesting, informative, and wise. She has a quilter’s heart. Can’t wait to check out her website, FB page, and You Tube channel.
This was wonderful. Found you RU-vid surfing and opened this video. Have subscribed to both of you! Continued success to both of you. From Ohio, USA.❤️
I have recently discovered fabric made in South Africa. And I am going to say, OMG how wonderful it is. And oh so beautiful. I have never seen, felt, used or admired fabric more than any other fabric. I haven't used interfacing for a good while, no need. They hold any shape you want, they stay put, they don't fall apart like the others. I am in love and won't use any other unless I absolutely have to. :D
What a wonderful episode! Her insight, knowledge and passion to the process resonates with me. I can’t wait to see where she moves and grows. She will make us all such better creators and givers. She IS a giver. Thank you Karen and your beautiful guest! I am forever moved and changed 🥰
Thank you so much for exploring this topic. I purchased a placement quilt from Missouri Star a couple of years ago, and never knew where I could get fabric other than the large cuts. Excited about exploring this again.
Thanks for featuring Miriam today. I have worked with African wax prints and love them. I can't wait to take the deep dive to her web site and FB group to find out more.
Oh Boy! Finally, I have permission to work with and purchase these wonderful prints! Thank you for this great interview. Excuse me but I have to go shopping now!
What a great interview. She’s a wonderful person, and I learned so much! Over the years, I’ve bought some yardage of African prints but never knew how to use them. Thank you again, Karen, for inviting such interesting quilters and expanding our horizons! ❤
Hi Karen, Thank you for the very enlighten interview with Miriam. I love all the information she shared on Africa fabrics. I have yet to make my Afrocentric quilt, but I have the fabric in my stash. I really enjoy the many different persons you have on your channel. Please continue to do the wonderful and informative chats and all you do on RU-vid. I will continue to watch and learn from your channel. I am a long-time quilter and cross-stitcher. Thank you, Alberta from Southern, MD.......😊😊
The Christmas challenge was so much fun and I learned a lot. Not always into patterns but loved it. I did it. I also loved the Queen Challenge. Thank you Miriam. Love this podcast.
Thanks Karen for this opportunity. I so enjoyed Miriam's interview. What energy and creative spirit she has. Loved the quilts she showed. Empowering other women on her journey. We had Kena Tangy Dorsey at our guild also from one of your interviews. Thanks again. 🎉
16:21 I'm glad to hear that it's OK for anyone to quilt with African fabrics. I discovered both quilting and African fabrics during covid. I love the bright colors but I have been in doubt about using the fabric.
Regarding garments, a company called Zuri manufactures dresses of beautiful African fabrics made in Africa, printed on cotton fabric which is also made in Africa. Not aware that they sell yardage, but it's worth looking at their website.
11:45 love the colors. My hubby brought some fabrics from several countries in Africa, is thicker so now I know why. I'm just displaying on quilt ladder for now but after this video your guest has shown me options❤
Thank you for the most informative interview. This clears up the confusion of different African fabrics as far as the wide range in quality. Gifted fabrics from friends have different sources and it was confusing as to the quality. Now I understand how that occurs. Thanks for another super interview.
Thank you Karen. As a South African I so enjoyed this interview witj Miriam. I bought a few wax prints in Cameroon . I am still searching for a pattern of the African continent. We have shwe shwe cotton in SA and would love to use it for my African continent. Stay well and be safe.
