Celebrating the Ideals and Legacy of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated®.
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated was built on the ideals of Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood, and Finer Womanhood. Founded on January 16, 1920, at Howard University by five coeds who envisioned a progressive sorority to fully address societal issues affecting the black community and beyond. That founding vision has set the course for a legacy of over a century of service.
With over 125,000 initiated college-educated women, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated represents diverse careers ranging from businesswomen, elected officials, educators, doctors, nurses, military, and attorneys. And of course a global representation of mothers, grandmothers, sisters, aunts, and friends.
What an honor to commissioned by 26th National President Dr. Stacie NC Grant to develop this keepsake Gift Quilt especially for the ladies of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated.
Finer Womanhood Special Edition Gift QuiltTM
Finer Womanhood is a hallmark and unique to the sisterhood of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. So, when considering the name and vision for this Gift Quilt quilt there was no other consideration! Finer Womanhood celebrates the standards, morals, customs, and attributes all Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated women strive to possess.
This Gift Quilt is a soft, usable keepsake. It serves as a timeless gift for self or others that can be passed down from generation to generation.
President Dr. Stacie NC Grant envisioned a design that would embody Finer Womanhood and showcase the essence of the multigenerational women who, each remarkable in their own way, represent Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. I, of course, incorporated embroidered details throughout the piece, highlighting their skin, hair, jewelry and the phrase, “Finer Since 1920.” To enhance the significance of this Gift Quilt, the reverse side features the five Pearl founders, the Sorority Shield, and the cherished ideals that each Zeta holds dear.
I’m proud to share 10% of the proceeds from this quilt will go to Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated and will be directed to the International Women of Color Initiatives.
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.
- Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated® gift-ready packaging.
NOTE: This Special Edition is available for preorder. Preorder will guarantee you will receive a quilt once they are in stock. Orders can include a personalized gift message and be shipped directly to the recipient. Estimated ship date is now early January 2025 —just in time for Founders’ Day! Note: If you have already ordered your promised delivery timing (first 150 in late November) will be honored.
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.
A Message from Dr. Stacie NC Grant, 26th International President and CEO
I commissioned this Gift Quilt to celebrate the Finer Womanhood found in every Soror of Our Beloved Sorority.
Quilts have played an important role in telling our ancestors stories so I thought this was a unique and symbolic way to honor our past while celebrating our future. I want it to serve as a warming reminder that we are each Finer Women Amplifying the Extraordinary Power of S.H.E. through Legacy, Leadership and Impact. My hope is that this gift of warmth will be a blessing to you and be preserved for many years to come.
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated continues to be recognized as an agent of change through dedicated service and our tireless commitment to transform lives as we advance our founding tenants throughout our almost 900 chapters globally. Like the many fabrics that make up a quilt each and every one of you come together to form our beautiful sisterhood that leads powerful service that promotes education, decreases health disparities, and raises awareness around important issues facing women today.
The Founder Side
Each of my Special Editions are double-sided with the “back,” featuring just as much beauty as the front. Finer Womanhood features the Founders of Zeta, affectionately known as the Five Pearls, who were strong, principled coeds who possessed a great deal of modesty, strength of character, and pride in academic achievement.
Arizona Cleaver Stemons:
Arizona Cleaver was the first president of the Alpha Chapter and the first national president of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority.
Pearl Anna Neal:
After graduating from Howard University’s Conservatory of Music, Founder Neal continued her studies at the Julliard School of Music.
Myrtle Tyler Faithful:
Myrtle Tyler was the second national president of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority and blood sister to Viola Tyler.
Viola Tyler Goings:
Viola Tyler graduated from Howard University with a teaching degree and a major in mathematics.
Fannie Pettie Watts:
Fannie Pettie graduated from Howard University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in education and taught junior and senior high schools in Savannah, Georgia.
PRAISE FOR KIM ALEXIS QUILTS
“ I received one of Kim’s quilts as a gift and thought it was beautiful. I wanted to commission a legacy piece for my Sorors just in time for our 2024 Grand Boule .”
Dr. Stacie NC Grant, 26th National President and CEO, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated®
“My sisterhood of Zeta Phi Beta is a source of pride and strength. I love Kim’s quilts and what a wonderful keepsake to have celebrating my beloved Zeta.”
Tanesha Nooner Ford, Pledged Omicron Iota Chapter in 1999
“I love the comfort only a quilt made with love can give. I cannot wait to get and share the Finer Womanhood Gift Quilt with my Sorors. The details are exquisite and the quilt is so soft.”
Lynda Moore Walker, Pledged Beta Beta Chapter in 1965
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