Hattie Caraway © Priscilla Stultz

Hattie Caraway

Priscilla Stultz

Fairfax, Virginia, USA

Artist Statement

Hattie Ophelia Wyatt Caraway (February 1, 1878 – December 21, 1950)

Woman’s Groundbreaking Accomplishment

Hattie Caraway was the first woman elected to serve a full term as a United States Senator. Caraway represented Arkansas. She was the first woman to preside over the Senate.

Techniques

Machine quilting, free motion quilting, fusible applique using the zigzag stitch on machine, photo transfer, thread painting, sketching on fabric with pencil, hand dyed fabric.

Materials

Flannel, fabric dyes, fabric markers, computer, sketching pencils, thread, commercial fabrics, sewing machine.

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