Brown-Effie-King

Broomstick Lace

Also called “jiffy” lace, this crocheting technique uses a broomstick in addition to a crochet hook.

This handmade example of school spirit dates back to 1928.

Oral History

2006 interview with long-time Locust Grove resident, Effie King Brown, on known migrations in and out of Floyd County, Virginia.

Final quilt completed by award-winning quilter and community leader Effie K. Brown.

Effie K. Brown used intricate stitches to hem the decorative border on this handkerchief.

Set of thirty-two historically significant pieced quilt blocks created for the United States Bicentennial.

Cotton thread knitted into fine lace decorates two simple pillowcases.