Celebrating the Legacy of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®
In 1908, the distinguished Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® was founded on the campus of Howard University. As first and oldest greek-letter organization of its kind, AKA® revolutionized the landscape of service, sisterhood, and leadership for African-American college-educated women forever. With the mission of five basic tenets including to be of, “Service to all Mankind,” AKA® is comprised of more than 360,000 initiated members in graduate and undergraduate chapters located in 12 countries.
As a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha® for over 30 years, I am honored to celebrate our Sincere and Rare sisterhood with this Special Edition Gift QuiltTM crafted exclusively for my Sorors.
Sincere and Rare Special Edition Gift QuiltTM
Celebrating the Sincere and Rare of the women of Alpha Kappa Alpha®, this Gift Quilt is a soft, usable keepsake. It is to serve as a timeless gift for self or others that can be passed down from generation to generation.
The design was inspired by the circle of multigenerational sisterhood and fellowship shared by Alpha Kappa Alpha® women. Each compelling in her own right but bound by the Sincere and Rare fellowship we share. The front features a multigenerational spectrum of dynamic Black women, each adorned in their unique confidence. I made sure there were embroidered touches everywhere—words, clothing, skin, hair and jewelry—to make this quilt extra special.
A percentage of every sale directly benefits Alpha Kappa Alpha®.
FEATURES:
- Pre-washed, supersoft, luxe cotton voile.
- Lightweight for year-round use, ideal for warm or cool temperatures.
- Embroidered touches with reversible design.
- Quality materials that are easy to care for.
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated® gift-ready packaging.
NOTE: This Special Edition is now in stock in limited quantities for immediate shipment. Order now for Christmas delivery.
A QUILT TO FORTIFY YOUR JOURNEY
So much of who we are as women of African descent has been passed down from generation to generation. My grandmother taught me to quilt the traditional way when I was 21. Ever since, I have been evolving into the textile artist I am today.
Quilts can heal, inspire, comfort, and share generational stories.
I created my line of Gift QuiltsTM to touch more people. They are for those quiet moments when we do the hard work of dreaming, reflecting, healing, deciding, and motivating ourselves. I want to support people through the emotional journeys of life while making it easy to give a truly meaningful gift that warms the body and fortifies the spirit.
Golden Soror Grandma
My Soror Grandmother, Dorothy Taylor Brown, taught me how to quilt the traditional way when I was 21 this and this was our first quilt. It represents the fellowship and love we shared as Sorors. She turned Golden (50 years), the year after I crossed. She was a long-standing, dedicated member of Xi Omega Chapter in Washington DC where she retired as a High School Principal.
I grew up understanding how special the mission, sisterhood and service was to my paternal grandmother who we affectionately called, “Mother Dear.”
Everything was by hand. She showed me how to plan, prepare, wash, cut, embroider, stitch the pieces together, quilt and bind. It took hours, days and months. It was quality time and She Taught Me More Than How To Quilt. It is because of her I add so much meaning to every quilt (Art Quilt or Gift Quilt) I have created since.
I cherish it. This along with my other family heirloom quilts from women on both sides of my family are some of my most prized possessions. If you own an heirloom quilt see my article on Preserving Your Heirloom Quilt to make sure it can be enjoyed by generations to come.
It was such a full circle moment then and a full circle moment now that I’ve launched ‘Sincere and Rare‘ in honor of our circle of multigenerational Sisterhood of Alpha Kappa Alpha, Sorority Incorporated®.
I think she would love the design and I’m excited to think about how it can bond other legacy Sorors across generations.
Pi Chapter Fisk University
My official journey with Alpha Kappa Alpha started on the campus of Fisk University with my Sorors of Pi chapter, which was founded in 1921.
I crossed at 11:21pm on November 13th. That Fall of ’93 I was #17 (EPITOME) on my line called 19 The Unbreakable Bond.
We just celebrated 30 years and have kept in touch, gotten together (see our Silver celebration) and continue to support each other. Today my journey continues as a General Member who actively supports my Sorors and local initiatives.
Sincere and Rare Manifesto
I wrote this for my Sorors. Get your downloadable PDF
PRAISE FOR ALEXIS GIFT QUILTS
“I’m so excited for the launch of Sincere and Rare! I have gifted many of Kim’s quilts and excited to gift this to my Sorors. Each one of Kim’s quilts are unique and I haven’t seen anything like them.”
Holli Holiday, Rho Mu Omega, Washington D.C.
Name of Praiser
“I’ve been waiting and so excited a Special Edition has been created for Alpha Kappa Alpha! I’ve seen it in person and it is exquisite. The quality and embroidered details make it truly special.”
Lani Stigler, Mu Omega, Kansas City
Name of Praiser
“I have given several of Kim’s quilts and everyone loves them. I know all of our Sorors of AKA will be blown away with how soft and easy to care for they are.”
Dee Griffin, Zeta Xi Chapter
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