The Sum of Odd Integers Quilt

Year: 2019 Authors: Elaine Krajenke Ellison

Core claim

The quilt uses a visual proof of odd-integer summation and p6m border stitching to connect the identity 1 + 3 + … + (2n - 1) = n^2 with textile design.

Topics

visual proof, odd integer summation, symmetry groups, mathematical quilting

Domains

number theory, proof by induction, symmetry groups, sequences and series, textile art, quilt design, decorative stitching, tessellation

Methods

mathematical induction, visual reasoning, pattern translation, symmetry mapping

Media

Moda Grunge fabric, decorative quilting stitches, quilt textile, color-value fabric

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