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She writes: &#8220;We shoud be &#8216;sew&#8217; aware of women all over the world regardless of colour, creed or religion being raped, abused or disfigured. It is time to bring these atrocities to light. She is from the jacaranda Quilters Guild. PHOTO: Teboho Setena<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Iessie Steenberg, an accredited SAQG teacher and lecturer in clothing and fashion design, highlighted the significance of the travelling exhibition and the drive to engage the younger generation ahead of the upcoming festival.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although creativity and innovation is encouraged, this has raised questions as to whether there is too much deviation from textile traditions. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;The organisation is very concerned that South African quilting and textile design are becoming increasingly distinct, evolving away from historical traditions. 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