The art of quilting Buffalo Grove woman takes her craft to another level.(Neighbor)

From: Daily Herald (Arlington Heights, IL) | Date: January 3, 2008| Author: | Copyright information

Byline: Mary Jekielek Insprucker Daily Herald Correspondent

It all began with a junior high school clothing class, but it didn't end there. After taking the class, it wasn't long before Shelley Brucar became involved with quilting. Soon after, she catapulted the hobby into her own style of a Picasso or Monet.

"I paint on fabric," Brucar said. "My art quilts are not to be used. They're meant to be a hanging on a wall and appreciated for their aesthetic value."

The Buffalo Grove resident said her works are considered art quilts it, meeting the requirements of a quilt by ...

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