Ice Flow, designed by Janet Langdon, captures the layered beauty and raw power of multi-season pack ice. The overlapping patches mirror how ice floes collide and stack upon one another, forming a dense, textured mass at the base of the quilt, gradually easing into open space toward the top.

This dynamic composition reflects the ever-shifting relationship between land, sea, and ice—a story of seasonal transformation.

Rooted in Newfoundland’s quilting traditions, Ice Flow embraces the resourceful practice of using every fabric scrap, echoing a heritage of sustainability and creativity. Rather than relying solely on geometric patterns, Langdon’s design revives the art of didactic storytelling through textiles, creating an image-based narrative that speaks to both history and landscape.

More than an artistic expression, this quilt serves as a visual intersection of science, nature, and human interaction with the environment. As climate change alters the patterns of ice movement, Ice Flow becomes a meditation on resilience—both of the natural world and of the communities that have long lived in close relationship with it. It is a reminder that design is not just about form but also about our connection to the forces that shape our world.

Ice Flow Quilt