In 1979, Kristin Miller's dream of settling in a remote coastal community near Prince Rupert, BC, unraveled after a failed pregnancy and faltering marriage. Alone in a ramshackle cabin, she found solace and support from the open-hearted locals—hippies, hermits, fishermen, and adventurous women. As Kristin healed physically and emotionally, the women across the harbour taught her the ways of the sea, from navigating storms to canning salmon. The shared art of quilting became a unifying force, offering comfort and commemorating life's milestones like births and weddings. Knots and Stitches: Community Quilts Across the Harbour (Caitlin Press $26.00) is a touching memoir celebrating the resilience of these stalwart women who, over decades, created nearly 130 communal quilts, showcasing the enduring power of community bonds in a challenging environment. 9781773861203

She is also the author of The Careless Quilter: Decide-as-you-sew, Design-as-you-go Quiltmaking (Rutledge Hill Press, 1994).

[BCBW 2023]