Echoes of Iceland Lecture/Demonstration

Join us as we work through the stunning and skill building Block of the Month from GE Designs, Echos of Iceland! This monthly lecture will cover all the necessary skills and/or tools needed each block, as well as some tips and tricks for success.

At its heart, Echoes of Iceland is more than a quilt. It’s Gudrun’s love letter to where she came from, wrapped up in fabric and shared with the quilting community she’s built around the world.

There’s a saying in Iceland: Heima er best — home is best. And when you’re curled up under a quilt that feels like home, we couldn’t agree more.

From day one, Echoes of Iceland was meant to be a skill-builder. Gudrun crafted it for quilters who are either just starting out with Stripology or want to take their skills to the next level. Every block in this quilt teaches something. It’s hands-on learning, with each step building on the last.

But it’s not just about technique. Each block was inspired by something from Iceland — whether it’s the sharp angles of volcanic rock, the movement of glaciers, traditional Icelandic knitting patterns, or the cozy warmth of handmade woolens. The blocks tell a story, and by the end, you’ve not only made a beautiful quilt, you’ve stitched your way through Iceland's heritage.

The quilt finishes at 74” x 82”, making it a large lap quilt or a stunning wall piece. Add a border and you’ve got yourself a full bed quilt.