Teaching and Exhibits

 May highlights

Letting the Fabric Speak 4me

 Fabric has been used, and continues to be used, for expression of identity, social status, secrets, and stories.

Quilts and blankets from around the world often tell stories and may be made from old clothing—fabric that holds the story and history of the wearer embedded in the weave of the cloth. There are stories of quilts made by slaves in which symbols were used to alert escaped slaves about where, when, and how to follow a path to freedom. 

Why do I quilt?  Just as sewing together helped slaves via “support and camaraderie”;  I believe I’m leaving a record… a hidden picture of my lovely life!

FYI FPP for my (NEWQ)

THIS IS AN ITCH.... THAT'S GOTTA BE SCRATCHED.

I'M TEACHING.... LEARNING AND LUVIN' IT!

What is Foundation Paper Piecing?

Foundation Paper Piecing (often abbreviated FPP), also known simply as paper piecing, is a quilting method in which:

• A printed paper pattern (the foundation) shows the outlines of the quilt block.

• Fabric pieces are sewn directly onto the paper following a numerical sequence and using the lines on the paper as a precise guide.

• The paper remains in place during sewing and is only removed after the entire block is completed.

• This method allows for very accurate and detailed piecing, especially when working with complex shapes or small fabric pieces.

Why Use Foundation Paper Piecing?

• Guarantees perfect points and sharp angles.

• Useful for complicated designs, like stars, mini blocks, or pictorial patterns.

• Great for beginners learning precision piecing, and also for advanced quilters working with intricate layouts.

Basic Steps of FPP:

1. Print the Pattern: Use regular or specialty foundation paper.

2. Cut Fabric Pieces: Slightly larger than each numbered section on the paper.

3. Align and Sew: Place fabric pieces on the unprinted side of the paper, and sew from the printed side along the lines.

4. Trim Seams: Flip, press, and trim after each seam.

5. Complete the Block: Continue adding fabric in numbered order.

 

Stardust Wonder Quilted Beautifully

 Class Enrollment Opens Soon!  Discover the fun of paper piecing this quilt block with easy techniques suitable for beginners! I look forward to welcoming you to my class!

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INTERNATIONAL QUILT FESTIVAL-2025

A Smile and a Quilt Session

Hello to each of  you in my world of quilt friends!  I’m Beverly Kirk and I define myself with the beloved yet archaic terms  of quiltin and sewin and a bit of cookin !!!

Our quilts are just a little bit different.” O.V. Brantley, Founder of Atlanta Quilt Festival

 

FIGO Fabric is my next GIG

This fabric from Riley Blake 108” for backing!  But I shopped FIGO fabrics line for my next demo quilt!!!)

Ok… so this is kinda incredible — spaced-out gothic spider webs mixed with vibrant, exuberant colors? Such a bold, electric vibe! It’s like I’m weaving a whole universe into this quilt

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Quilt Culture Musings

I discovered and I repeatedly connect with the sentiments of quilt artist Professor Tracy Vaughn-Manley.   

The many pictures and guild meetings illustrate a deepening sense of community between women working together, usually on one major quilt project. The meetings have provided a space for women to come together and not be reduced to employees only, mothers only or caregivers. 

The African American women in my friendship circle helps us to stay connected to our heritage, culture and even express messages on politically urgent issues that affect our communities messages.

Houston 2025 Class (Kit) and Lecture

 

 Hello Quilty Friends!

Last week, the announcement came out!  I am happy to say that I am one of the 91 talented professionals teaching this year during the 2025 Houston Quilt Festival! 

The 2025 Houston class catalogue won’t be available online until early May but follow along with me …. some of the classes fill on the first day!   I’ll give you plenty of notice when enrollment is announced.

 IMPORTANT NOTE:  The Houston Festival is earlier than usual in 2025. Classes start Monday October 6, Preview night is Wednesday October 8, the show runs Thursday-Sunday October 9-12, 2025.

I attended the 50^th Year celebration in Houston last year!  Now, I’m one of 17 quilters make this grand debut admist offerings of 244 classes and 25 lectures.   This year’s Houston showroom has a sampler sessions and a NEW SHOW with Ricky Tims in concert 2025! 

Below is the list of my class and the phenomenal lecture I will be presenting.

SATURDAY (early - rise and shine – my friends) OCTOBER 11 @ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM 

LECTURE:   ADMIRING HARRIET POWERS

SATURDAY OCTOBER 11 @ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

CLASS:   STARDUST WONDER  (Look for a new color mixed for Houston class)

This is a stunning but nifty-quick paper piecing class on Saturday afternoon.  The class runs from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.  I’ve prepared a supply list and precut template/kit to guarantee your success!  Bernina is providing machines for this class. 

I look forward to sharing my Saturday Morning Lecture about the Bible Quilt created in 1886 by a sassy and classy African American woman of faith. 

 

Again - I hope to see you in Houston.  If not, drop by and say hi!  I’d love to meet you.

Beverly ~ Bquiltin 

 https://www.metrolibrary.org/blog/2021/02/art-quilting

Admiring Harriet Powers Via Houston Quilt Festival

           Admiring Harriet Powers ~ Quilt Lecture 10-11-2025 

I will be presenting!!!     I'm honored and excited.   What more is there to say!

 www.quilts.com,

This is ME ! 

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The Houston International Quilt Festival 2025

But please.... my world of quilt friends.... there is soooo much to do!!!!!

An Invitation to Join A Guild

 

As a Quilter – I am a Maker.  I believe I am making things matter.  It happens in a smile, or conversation – a comforting fleeting moment of meaning that we must nurture in others, if we are to have our friends catch fire and make an impact in our world. 

Did you know that sparks become flames.  And the flickering light of a fire can be so constructive, warm and calming. Just this simple meeting with others proves to be a really big part of the fun that quilting can bring into our lives.   I have to say that I’ve met some of the finest people ‘around the quilting frame.’

It is the social aspect of meeting with other people who have similar interests.  This is also one of the ways this art of quilting has been passed from generation to generation.

As an organized unit, the Scissor Tales Quilt Guilt (STQG) plans to organize trips, organize quilt shows, invite speakers for trunk shows, make things together for community charity, and promote improvement on various quilting techniques through workshops, as well as encouraging members to show their quilts. To me – and to anyone else who has caught ‘quilting fever’, guilds are indispensable.  I strongly encourage quilters either join a guild -- one that is local to them, or (as I did) even start one of your own where none exist.

Etsy is Bquiltinokc

 https://bquiltinstudio.etsy.com/

Hi Lovely Quilt Friends!   I’m growing my world… reach new horizons 

Etsy and Pinterest are linked in!   Visit soon!

I'm becoming consistent in the use of social media platforms to engage my target audience and steer them toward my website where they can buy my quilts and quilting accessories.  It's a great dialogue that I hope to generate with social media users to reinforce BQUILTIN STUDIO's presence in the market as well as the merits of joining Scissor Tales Quilt Guild. 

FACES ~ A New Way to Love Your Creative Vibe

Your inner being is LOVE- it’s a natural urging from birth.   Your inner being is all CREATIVE.  Both longings come with a mindset… that is…a choice we make again and again—to stay open, to be curious, to reach out others in many small and big ways every day. Love and Creativity looks different for each of us, but we recognize its presence all the same. 

The Future and Past

Younger people see a future that older people can’t see 

but older people have seen a past that younger people haven’t seen