This design is part of my Portraits of Stone series and inspired by an agate in my personal rock collection. I’m reflecting on dissolving fixed definitions of femininity through the powerful accumulation of different layers portrayed in the agate. Feminine energy is fluid, enduring and without limits.

Cotton fabrics and threads, vintage and new fabric, wool batting, monofilament thread

Turned-edge applique piecing, traditional piecing, free-motion quilting