DIALECTIC SERIES
The Dialectic series explores dialectical thinking, a method of reasoning that encourages people to consider that it’s possible for two contradictory ideas to both be true. Life is complex, and this series offers an opportunity to contemplate that complexity instead of yielding to the urge to oversimplify or take sides. Color interaction, transparency and value reinforce the theme of existing on a spectrum. The light and dark co-exist — separate and collide — creating tension or serenity.
Year: 2024-205
Design: Heather Akerberg (a.k.a Glad Hand Sews)
Quilting: Heather Akerberg, Haley Fetters
Techniques:
Machine piecing, machine and hand quilting, inset circles, bias tape applique.
Highlights:
Dialetic No 1 juried into Quilt National 2025
Dialectic No. 2 and 4 juried into QuiltCon 2025
Dialetic No. 1 Dimensions: 58" x 70"
Detail of Dialectic No. 1
Detail of Dialectic No. 1

Dialetic No. 2 Dimensions: 17"x23"

Dialetic No. 3 Dimensions: 17"x24"
Dialetic No. 3 detail
Dialetic No. 4 Dimensions: 18"x25"
Dialetic No. 4 detail

Process photo of Dialectic No. 4
Drifting Dimensions:

Drifting detail
Drifting detail