Quintessential quilting

Bonnie McCartney of rural St. Thomas started her business, 3 Red Hens, approximately 15 years ago, which is a country store that offers yarn, quilt fabric, and custom drapery and bedding from their drapery workroom. Contributed photo.

Bonnie McCartney of rural St. Thomas started her business, 3 Red Hens, approximately 15 years ago, which is a country store that offers yarn, quilt fabric, and custom drapery and bedding from their drapery workroom. Contributed photo.

3 Red Hens supplies quilters around the world

Quilting's history spans a millennium, evolving from ancient Egypt and Asia to become an indispensable American tradition. People around the world continue this vital tradition to build community, honor self-expression, and create useful and masterful works of art. Bonnie McCartney of rural St. Thomas started her business, 3 Red Hens, approximately 15 y…