🧵🌸 LET'S TALK ABOUT AFRICAN FABRICS with KENA TANGI DORSEY - Karen's Quilt Circle

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We have all seen those big bold beautiful African printed fabrics. We see them in clothing and headdresses and of course we want them in our stash. But how do we use them in our quilts?. Kena Tangi Dorsey has been using these prints for years in her quilts and she’s going to tell us how to get started.
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@JustGetitDoneQuilts 2 года назад

My interview with Keena was such fun. Her energy is so infectious. They are many great online stores for African prints and fabrics. Two great ones here in Ontario are Meerkat Trdading meerkatshweshwe.com/ and Ceektex www.ceektex.com/ (not affiliated)

@glohodges4771 2 года назад

Thank you

@judyabernathy80 2 года назад

What an interesting lady! I found myself hanging on her every word. Sure would like to take one of her classes. She has such a charismatic way of speaking, and the kindness in her eyes, along with her laugh, is just intoxicating. Great video, Karen!! ♥️🙏🏼♥️

@Alextodd007 2 года назад

Hello Judy

@lupie4596 2 года назад

Absolutely loved this interview! Kena is amazing. Her energy and enthusiasm are infectious. I’ve always loved the boldness of the prints and colors of African fabrics. I can’t wait to begin using some of them. This was the best interview. It would be great to see more interviews with her.

@joycekaminski1943 2 года назад

I loved this interview with Keena, her vitality and enthusiasm was inspiring.

@JenniferGreene321 Год назад

What an awesome coming to quilting story and a fun interview. So enjoyable to hear her joy for quilting and her knowledge. And some great questions, especially the personality and practice of quilting. And love a big block quilt!

@31platinum 2 года назад

Fantastic interview! And people wonder why Netflix is losing subscribers when there are gems like this on RU-vid. I loved the story about being forced to go to African dance - similar experience here in Ireland being forced to go to ‘uncool’ Irish dancing!

@GwenDeeful 8 месяцев назад

Look at her. She did well at our quilt show.

@pamelah1220 2 года назад

When she mentioned losing those quilts in a fire, my heart dropped. That poor lady.

@reginabrown5059 2 года назад

Beautiful quilt!! So inspiring to listen to!!! Beautiful woman inside and out! I could listen for hours!!!

@dorissutton5462 2 года назад

What a delight interview Kena is marvelous. Thanks Karen for getting her as a guest. Beautiful fabrics.

@deborahcolman3035 2 года назад

What a bright, interesting and very inspiring lady. Karen, you’re finding such amazing speakers. Thank you! ❤️

@robyntobias105 2 года назад

Channeling her grandmother but the fact her mom taught her to sew part of the journey. Loved the interview interesting story and since I am from South Africa will have to bring back even more fabric next visit

@Alextodd007 2 года назад

Hello Robyn

@dianepeterson7606 2 года назад

Thank you for having Kena on. She is wonderful.

@lavitti9517 2 года назад

Oh my God, I love African fabrics and Keena’s work is so inspiring!!! What a great interview! Thanks so much - both of you.

@gretroman8235 2 года назад

I love hearing about Kena and her quilting journey. African fabrics are a unique and bold category of fabric. Loved the Dutch history information too. Great interview

@JustGetitDoneQuilts 2 года назад

Yes and there is the english Shweshwe story too...and Im sure there are others

@tinakesteloot3593 2 года назад

Wow. I could listen to her forever.

@yvethemetriccrafter688 2 года назад

What a gorgeous woman , she just radiates joy , and such an interesting life .

@jackygallon3995 2 года назад

What a great interview Karen! Keena is amazing to listen to, and I found myself laughing out loud as I sewed! Thank you 😊

@SoulsJourney 2 года назад

Wonderful interview. I actually gasped and got chills when she talked about the loss of her grandmother's quilts. What a shame. I've used the wax prints, but not in quilting. This was very inspiring.

@JustGetitDoneQuilts 2 года назад

I know. I almost started crying. And to think of the pain it must have caused her grandmother.

@SoulsJourney 2 года назад

@@JustGetitDoneQuilts Heartbreaking.

@kathiyu7007 2 года назад

I am so glad she was able to share some of her gorgeous quilts. I loved the African Dancer. She did a great presentation on some of the types of African fabrics. Thank you for a job well-done.

@melissalepage5913 2 года назад

This is the very best interview you've done so far. Keep 'em coming !! I LOVE your channel, Karen. Love ❤️ it, love ❤️ it, love it ❤️ !

@JustGetitDoneQuilts 2 года назад

So very glad to hear that you enjoyed it

@lizagervais8621 2 года назад

Such an inspiring and energetic quilter! Loved the interview.

@teresaallen4933 9 месяцев назад

This was one of the best interviews I've ever had the pleasure to watch. ❤

@geminithrese 2 года назад

Beautiful quilt and love hearing about African fabrics and about your quilting journey!!💗😊

@pammihicklin2298 2 года назад

OH MY GOODNESS!! THAT INTERVIEW WAS SOOOOO AMAZING!!! I WILL FOLLOW HER. SHE IS A BLESSING TO ANYONE SHE MEETS. LOOKING FORWARD TO THE NEXT INTERVIEW. THANK YOU KAREN AND KENA

@JustGetitDoneQuilts 2 года назад

She was so amazing

@gailgaddy5340 2 года назад

That interview was so interesting and informative. She has had an interesting life, wow. Thanks for the video.👍

@lindabridges445 2 года назад

Just watched this. She is so informative about her quilting and the fabrics she chooses.

@JustGetitDoneQuilts 2 года назад

I love her energy

@cherylcox7786 2 года назад

One of your better guests, her happiness and energy was fantastic

@pooie0116 2 года назад

Oh, my heart aches for Kena's grandmother losing all her quilts in a fire. Thanks again for another great interview, Karen. You really have a knack for finding the coolest people to feature and Kena is no exception. ❤️

@ernestocortezmusic5562 2 года назад

I had purchased African fabrics several years after a magazine featured several quilters using and designing the fabrics and quilts. I've always loved the vibrant colors. Last year after acquiring skills and techniques to a level I wanted to be at, I dove in and did three. I still have some of the fabrics and am waiting for the next opportunity/technique/use for them. It's a joy to come across the colors and fabrics when going through the stash! Thanks for this peaceful, energetic artist! I'm considering an online class sometime with her.

@barbaracoleman9215 2 года назад

I am a quilter by the Spirit of my Nana. We loved her quilts to threads. The two were filled with te cotton that wasn't good enough for the mill. I have encouraged my sisters to quilt. Now we all quilt!

@cassafrass098 2 года назад

Kena has been one of my favorite guests on this series so far, Karen! She's just amazing. Thanks for setting her up so nicely to share her energy and passion with us

@debbdj9148 2 года назад

She is a hoot! I loved this interview…her energy is infectious. The quilt behind her is beautiful. I will follow her.

@pamelablaylock134 2 года назад

Love Kena spirit. You can't help but smile while watching her. I just love love love that butterfly quilt. I had to pause the video and just stare at it. I loved all that she showed but that butterfly 🦋 💓

@brooklynn4357 2 года назад

I enjoyed this interview! Thank you for finding quilters from many different places, and from all walks of life. I have been quilting with Ankara fabric and love it! I love the Indonesian batiks and hate to cut them so they are made into whole cloth quilts as gifts when I'm willing to part with them. 🤗❤🙏🏽

@brendafrye5875 2 года назад

What a WONDERFUL interview. Kena's energy was amazing and her quilting is extraordinary. I have been interested in African fabrics but knew nothing about them. Thank you so much Karen and Kena.

@maureenkomperda3421 2 года назад

Keena is extremely interesting to listen to. I used African print in my Covid quilt. I love these prints sooooo beautiful.

@michelletothill8551 2 года назад

Loved this episode. And I follow Marie-Anne, she is such a stylish lady.

@Alextodd007 2 года назад

Hello Michelle

@lindahunt5634 2 года назад

The Quilters-one of my favorite plays.

@Cassieboce 2 года назад

Loved listening to her.

@claudinewildman4120 2 года назад

Great interview! Love the energy and colorful quilts!

@susangrewing8446 2 года назад

Thank you for addressing my issue! I can use African prints without feeling like I'm doing the wrong thing! I love these prints! Love your style.

@wilycat5290 2 года назад

Well that was delightful.....and I put off watching because I don't usually watch the interview programs. So glad I tuned in. Thank you for the video 😊👍💕

@KimberlyNichols 2 года назад

Loved this interview! Kena is wonderful!

@hazelem1266 2 года назад

I started quilting in 2020. Hand quilting only. First generation and only current quilter. My mother was a dress maker. And many times, as I’m piecing and making up my story blocks, I can feel her hand on my shoulder, guiding me. Thank you, I thoroughly enjoyed this video.

@bonniekuhl1003 2 года назад

Such an interesting interview. I love African fabrics!

@mykelmikel 2 года назад

What a great interview with a very ary talented quilter quilter very interesting person person you always do great interviews this is one of them it is just another fabulous video

@annemacdonald36 2 года назад

Love the story of Kena

@norahubbard7968 2 года назад

I will receive a collection of African fabrics this week that are from Niger in West Africa, I an so excited to see the colors and patterns, to choose a pattern, and use Kena's advise. Perfect timing !

@weedpatch8505 2 года назад

Lucky lady...enjoy!

@MaryJaneschu 10 дней назад

Inspiring to the max!

@maureenkomperda3421 2 года назад

The African butterfly, amazing!

@marcellarodriguez7955 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing this. What a wonderful story and beautiful work

@ellenstork6933 2 года назад

Wonderful interview . So informative thank you!

@julieenslow5915 2 года назад

Someone please tell Miss Kena that it is totally appropriate and wonderful to LOVE your own creations! I love her enthusiasm and the thought she felt it might be weird to say she loved her own quilt just killed me! She is an artist. This is the part of her that can appreciate something that is both beautiful - well crafted and speaks to her whether she made it or not. But the ones she made will always have all that thought and caring on the design and what it says that others have to decipher - but she KNOWS it. It came from inside her. If she does not love it then there would be a huge disconnect. If she also learns to love the imperfections then she will never be at risk for that! My own grandmother taught me that you should always do your best, but should not expect perfection. On the quilt she gave me at my bridal shower, on the wide border, she had embroidered the dates of the piecing (by my grandmother and her mother!) and the date and gift for the quilting (by my grandmother!) as well as who it was for (me!). There was a pea sized brown stain - a drop of her blood - in the middle of that. She explained she had been distracted, stuck herself and did not notice she was bleeding. She said God provided the perfect imperfection for the quilt. Obviously, I treasure that quilt. The imperfections are what I treasure the most.

@Alextodd007 2 года назад

Hello Julie

@maywinborne-rice5540 2 года назад

Love love love she is wonderful

@juliemorrison4348 2 года назад

Great interview with Kena today. Her quilts were beautiful and as a fellow Libran- yes we are well balanced . I was recently looking for an African print for the backing for a quilt I made with African animals appliqued on it. I settled for an Australian indigenous fabric with orange and red circles on it. Nice and bright and will go well. ♥️🇦🇺

@christagouws2782 2 года назад

What a wonderful interview!! ❤ from South Africa!

@gayleandrews8836 2 года назад

Another great, inspiring interview! Thank you Karen. You always seem to ask the questions that are on my mind! Love these interviews!!

@scrappygirl100 2 года назад

This is a fabulous interview! I really enjoyed listening to Kena, her stories, and feeling such a positive energy from her.

@patriciahomer5342 2 года назад

Sweet lady, interesting background & conversation.

@mariannebrown6652 2 года назад

I’ve seen an amateur production of The Quilters. A lovely lovely show- this a one of my favorite interviews that you’ve done.

@Alextodd007 2 года назад

Hello Marianne

@joycefuller9177 2 года назад

Love batiks

@Dees23 2 года назад

What a inspirational talk ! Very talented woman !❤️❤️❤️

@janiesoito4494 2 года назад

Oh my gosh! What an amazing, energetic, and humble woman. Her students are so lucky. If she starts a quilting club, a local modern quilt guild might want to help out. I would if I was nearby.

@dawnpedersen559 2 года назад

My favorite interview so far! I love African fabric and Kena is amazing! Thank you so much.

@JustGetitDoneQuilts 2 года назад

Our pleasure!

@Atheenah 2 года назад

I’ve been using African design fabric for my handbags. It’s so beautiful in color and patterns as well as very easy to work with. Big fan!

@janetmckeen-peterkin5963 2 года назад

Love this lady!

@larrystorer6829 2 года назад

I have to say I love your appearance in front of that purple background material, you are a beautiful person .

@gailgoldade547 2 года назад

Fabulous woman! Fantastic interview! Luscious quilt!!! Thank you!

@teresatierney4817 2 года назад

I am in awe of the dancing lady quilt. Wowzer. In the past, I have found it difficult to source African waxed prints. So I will check out the links.

@barbarah5742 2 года назад

Fabulous quilt behind speaker

@sandyusher1972 2 года назад

Kena would inspire any one, her personality, her talent. You just want to meet her personally. She bubbles,.

@ragathnor326 2 года назад

I was inspired to buy some African Wax print scraps at a local quilt show and did some research. fascinating history. wish I could post a pic. great interview btw.

@katywuste9054 2 года назад

What a lovely down to earth interview with a lovely lady

@astorybookfinish5055 11 месяцев назад

How lovely!

@franpatzcraig6713 2 года назад

What a wonderful interview! It made me want to run right out and pick up some of the fabric to try. A friend (whom you interviewed) has made a couple of quilts with African fabrics and donated them to a program that serves women of all cultures. They were absolutely striking. The colors, patterns, and energy in the fabrics just feeds my soul!

@nildamager1649 2 года назад

Loved to learn the history of African fabrics and her unique way she started quilting.

@abigailthompson4456 2 года назад

Your quilts are so beautiful

@cindypeace4166 2 года назад

My 1st quilt made with African wax fabrics came out amazing. Had to buy more asap.

@lisamarieesposito4842 2 года назад

What a delight Keena is!!! She is so outgoing and seems like a fun person to have teaching a quilting class! I was in awe of her quilts!! So beautiful and they have so much meaning!

@conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509 2 года назад

Hi, I hope you had a wonderful day. I just got to sit and get my hand quilting so I can watch your video! I hope you have a delightful week ahead! Thank you for sharing this video.

@fibretowne 2 года назад

Wonderful Interview!!

@Alextodd007 2 года назад

Hello Diana

@smallfootprint2961 2 года назад

I love her, and this interview. You both might like the RU-vid channel by Marcy Harriell, both for her love of the African Wax print fabrics in her sewing, and her performance talents. Not sure how much quilting she does, but I love seeing all the ways she applies her creativity to her sewing. Who knows; you may inspire each other. Great interview... love what she is doing for the next generation to carry on her excitement of quilting.

@cozyquiltsforscholars1787 2 года назад

Greetings Karen & Kena - Thoroughly enjoyed this interview. Lol, almost as much as mine. Thank you both!

@JustGetitDoneQuilts 2 года назад

Kena is a bundle of energy and joy.

@jessicawery3939 2 года назад

I'm so glad Ms Tangi-Dorsey addressed cultural appropriation -- thank you. Great interview!

@weedpatch8505 2 года назад

Love her energy, looking forward to her session at the Quilt Africa Fabric summit. I also attended last year’s summit. There was a session on the history and the cultural appropriation question. A few years ago I was gifted some 1970s African fabric and wondered about the Dutch labels on some pieces.

@zohraarastu960 2 года назад

Keena's enthusiasm and energy are so inspiring. I was gifted a big bag of African fabric and I made shower curtains and bed covers and am dying to use the rest of the fabric. Being from India myself I have so much Indian fabric and I also upcycle my cotton and silk outfits. I really enjoy watching your inspiring shows. Thank you Karen.

@micheletuck-ponder2455 2 года назад

I loved this interview so much. Thank you.

@Alextodd007 2 года назад

Hello Michele

@marylourimmasch4301 2 года назад

I am so glad you did this interview! I have been to Africa four times and on my last trip to the Congo, I bought tons and tons of the fabrics she is talking about as well as some mud cloth! It was amazingly inexpensive and I was told the women used it to make their traditional clothing and headdresses. I was told that the higher the fabric was piled on her head, the more honored the woman is and the more kids she had, the higher she could pile up her fabric on her head!! Y'all probably already knew that. I have made two quilts that I consider African, but I don't have the heart to cut up the fabrics because I didn't think I could replace them! This brought Africa back to me, a place I love so very much.

@suehorn4182 2 года назад

Enthusiasm galore ❤️💜

@stefanbeckerbauer8867 2 года назад

Wow, Kena is such a wonderful, vibrant, beautiful and talented lady who gives such positive vibes. She just immediately makes you want to get to know her. Also those quilts - just outstanding and stunning.

@bonnielink2299 2 года назад

I just LOVE watching your channel. You are a GREAT interviewer and find the most interesting guests! And plus, you are a WEALTH of knowledge! Thank you so much for sharing!

@Alextodd007 2 года назад

Hello Bonnie

@tiffanycollier54 2 года назад

Loved this interview! She has such a positive energy! I love the African fabrics but often wondered if they were used in quilting! I am excited to try, now!! Thank you, Karen!!

@glohodges4771 2 года назад

Hi Karen that was a great interview. I have several friends that have taken her class and they are a lot of fun. I would like to say thank you for having so many great speaker from all over the world. You have opened my eyes so many times. Keep them coming!

@janetuesday6473 2 года назад

This was such a great interview. Very interesting to hear the history behind wax prints. Thanks for making all of these great videos. Enjoy your cruise. You will love Alaska.

@sowinglight1960 2 года назад

Personally, I see nothing wrong with admiring your own quilt and even saying, "thank you, I think it's beautiful too" ! Wonderful interview. Creating is often a spiritual experience ✨

@joane8651 2 года назад

I loved this interview, have some African fabrics and was stumped with what to do with them, also. So thank you for encouraging me to cut them. To me, they are a step above batiks which have always been my first love.The quilt behind you is stunning!