Stripology Club with Zina: Stella (MV)

                                                           Class Title: Stella Quilt

October 30, 2025 – 10:15am-4:15pm

Class Description: Join Zina and learn how to make the beautiful Stella quilt. Stella is a fast and fun project from the original Stripology Mixology book (published in 2018). This pattern is also available as an individual PDF download from the GE Designs website. Stella looks great in contrasting or light and dark fabrics, or you can blend various colors and prints for a completely different look. This quilt goes together using simple construction techniques and is very forgiving. Stella would make a great gift without a lot of time invested. This quilt starts with 10” squares. You can use a factory layer cake, or you can cut your own squares from yardage. Sizes range from crib to king. You could also make a 17 ½ x 51 ½” table runner using twelve 10” squares for a smaller project.

Please note: Students are welcome to work on a previous Stripology Club project instead of starting something new. Zina will happily offer support and guidance for any Stripology project from prior classes.

Class Fee: $45

Class kit: None. See supply list below

Learn how to: Cut and piece blocks for the Stella quilt. Zina will share tips and tricks to get the most out of your Stripology rulers.

Supply List: To be supplied by student

Stella quilt pattern

*The Stella pattern is available in the original Stripology Mixology book by GE Designs (published in 2018), or as an individual PDF download from the GE Designs website. If you purchase a PDF pattern, please download and print your pattern at home before class.

See Page 78 in the Stripology Mixology book for specific fabric requirements for your desired size project.

*Lap size fabric requirements listed below

Stripology Squared ruler CGRGE2. The Squared ruler is preferred for this project. You may also use the Stripology XL ruler or regular rulers

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45mm rotary cutter with new or very sharp blade

**Recommended Olfa Splash or Olfa rotary cutter. Something without a big housing around the

Blade

GEasy Ruler Stickers

Neutral thread for piecing

*Lap size fabric requirements – 51 x 68”

Assorted 10” squares – 48 squares 

24 light and 24 dark, or a mixture of colors, values, and prints

½ yard binding fabric

3 ¼ yards backing fabric

General quilting supplies:

Sewing machine (please have a working knowledge of your sewing machine), plus extra

bobbins, needles, and manual.

Cutting mat

Basic sewing supplies: scissors, thread, seam ripper, etc.

Optional personal iron and ironing mat

Pre-Class Preparation: It is helpful to lightly starch your fabric, and precut your 10” squares.

Skill Level:  Confident beginner

Instructor Name and/or Bio: Zina Clark

Hello, I am Zina Clark, and I love quilting! I have been quilting for 20+ years. I love all types of quilts but gravitate towards modern and contemporary styles. I love teaching and sharing my knowledge of quilting with all levels of students, from beginners to experienced sewists. I have been honored to receive recognition for my quilts in local and online shows. I enjoy all aspects of quilting, from piecing to free-motion quilting. I also enjoy making bags and other quilty items for fun. Let’s create something beautiful!