Ken’s main passion was movies. He had a large collection of vintage films, projectors, posters, and other paraphernalia. Related to Ken’s love of movies (especially serials) is the fact that he was also an author: (see "To Be Continued" and "To The Rescue"). Thus, I included a fabric with images from classic horror movies. (This fabric is also the back of the quilt.)
He was also a professor of communications at Iona College in New York. So there are some squares devoted to teaching / school.
At one time, Ken and Max owned and ran Shire Village Camp in the Berkshires of Massachusetts. Hence the camp-related fabric.
Finally, Ken loved music, and, of course, his taste was eclectic. He loved classic music from the 30s and 40s, but he also liked the rock-n-roll of the 60s and 70s. Every Sunday he listened to Jonathan Schwartz on public radio. So I included the fabric with the musical notes.
All of these theme fabrics are surrounded by squares cut from Ken’s ties.
With this quilt as a symbol, we will always remember Ken.
Hi Wayne, Your work is amazing, like always....I love the ideas you put together for this special remembrance quilt...a real treasure to be cherished by your family. Warm regards, Jodie :o)
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ReplyDeleteLooking at this quilt I feel like I knew Ken for real, it's impressive and I think is a unique way to remember a special person! Amazing!
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