The collaboration then extended because we have so many working artists who know people outside of the Rose Villa ... artists who had quilts sitting around in storage.” The fabric artists ...

As far as symbols of Lancaster County go, the humble quilt is right up there with horse and buggies and the iconic red rose ... about 800 pieces of fabric donated by more than 130 Lancaster ...

"I think that will give them the feeling of community," said Rose Whalen ... supporting women," she said. The quilts are made with teal, orange and white fabrics. Over 85 quilting block kits ...