Welcome to Folk Quilts!

I'm TaMara Howard, quilt artist, educator, and founder of Folk Quilts™ LLC.

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What began in 1996 with only a needle, thread, a pair of scissors, and colorful stories about my great-grandmother has grown into a creative business rooted in tradition, culture, and community. Founded in 2012, Folk Quilts™ brings together my passion for quiltmaking, African textiles, contemporary design, and the joy of sharing it all with others.

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From my studio in Pittsburgh's historic Hill District, I create original quilts, quilt patterns, and textile goods while offering professional longarm quilting services. Through my social impact initiative, The Quilt Empowerment Project (TQEP), I cultivate community through quilted collaborative experiences that celebrate the heritage and traditions of quilting.

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Whether you're here to discover something beautiful, find inspiration, learn something new, or simply see what we're up to, I'm glad you stopped by!

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Every quilt carries a story. Through the stitches of my quilts, I kente weave the threads of past and present, honoring the hands and traditions of those who came before us and celebrating those creating alongside us.

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Many hands, many folks.

#knowyourfolk