Circle of Sisters

This hand pieced quilt, Circle of Sisters, was inspired by a vintage quilt from my private collection. This Vintage quilt, Circle of Sisters, was originally made in the 1950’s by a quilting group of friends. Each of the blocks was different but together they make an interesting display. We will focus on one block during class and you can continue to make 4, 6 or 9 blocks later, or perhaps turn the finished block into a lovely cushion! My version has a total of 9 blocks. Circle of Sisters has been made using a purpose-made acrylic template set which will be available to buy from Karen.

Circle of Sisters measures approx. 81″ x 81″ (2.05m x 2.05m)

Student requirements

To make the complete quilt you will need

3 m background fabric (for a total of 9 blocks)

1.5 m background fabric for rings

An assortment of fabrics with maximum amounts of 30 cm

To make one block bring along 6-8 fabrics, please include at least two 30 cm cuts

You will also need -

Basic sewing equipment – scissors, needles, pins, etc.

Rotary cutting equipment

Sewline pencil or fine marking pencil

Sand paper board (optional)

Neutral thread for hand or machine piecing

Please contact Karen Styles (Karen@somersetpatchwork.com.au) if you have any enquiries