Kira quilt
Kira is one of GE Designs favorite patterns. Using a layer cake, the blocks are sewn, sliced, and sewn again to create two designs at once . . . . a checkerboard background overlaid with a diagonal net. Learn how to square up blocks accurately with the Stripology Ruler and make all your units nest together.
Several options include:
24 lights plus 24 darks yields a graphic checkerboard
24 prints plus 1 ¾ yard background fabric yields a calmer look
Class Handout HERE
Cancellation policy: You must cancel more than 7 days prior to class for a refund. If you are unable to make class and you cancel within 7 days of the class, the class fee is non-refundable. If you are sick and let us know, you may transfer to another class with the same instructor. No shows will not be allowed to transfer.
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
| Skill Details: | Learn how to square up blocks accurately with the Stripology Ruler and make all your units nest together. |
| Requirements: | SUPPLIES NEEDED: Kira pattern Layer Cake with good variety of values and small prints or textures. (Large scale prints will not work) You may need to purchase a little yardage to get a total of 48 squares. We will help you decide this in class as we discuss design options. ½ yard inner border 1 ½ yards outer border ¾ yard binding 3 ¾ yards backing Neutral Thread Stripology Squared Ruler Ruler Stickers Large Olfa Rotary Cutter with NEW BLADE Cutting Mat Sewing Machine in good working order Basic Sewing Supplies Best Press PRE-CLASS HOMEWORK: None, unless you want to open your layer cake and pet your fabric! |
| Instructor: | Dorinda Evans |
| Instructor Bio: | Dorinda Evans is a life-time quilter who enjoys sharing tips and techniques for improving excellence and ease in the process. She has a history that includes directing, judging, and participating in quilt shows where she has won numerous ribbons from local to international levels. Judges most often comment on her use of color, design, and innovation. During her time in the Craftsmans Guild of Mississippi, Dorinda won the Best Craftsmanship Award twice. The Curator of the MS Museum of Art placed 10 of Dorindas quilts into an exhibit at the museum. Dorinda’s work has been featured in quilting magazines, books, YouTube videos, and the American Quilt Society calendar. She has pattern tested for GE Designs and loves to simplify patterns for her students. Dorinda has taught quilting classes for quilt shops, quilting associations, and has been invited to lecture and teach guilds throughout the South. |
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