Did you know that orchids is one of John’s favorite flowers. If he could he would grow orchids as a hobby. Unfortunately his daughter’s cat also loves to eat the orchids. So the only orchids he grows are the ones on his quilt designs. 45″ x 45″ Designed by John Serrao/js656-bk7
Category: 45″ x 45″ Quilt Designs
The smaller 45″ x 45″ quilt designs were created during the Quilt Renaissance when quilts were no longer made for the beds and became “Art On The Wall.” This size is also perfect for that special baby.
Kauna’oa
One of several lei’s mentioned in Hawaiian legends the Kauna’oa is mostly known for being the designated flower of Lanai Island. The orange and yellow vine can be found along coastal areas with sandy soils. 45″ x 45″ Designed by John Serrao/js639-bk7 Click on the photo to read more about the amazing Kauna’oa and here…
Pua Ilima
Legends, stories and songs talks about the fragile and pretty pua ilima. Strung into leis and worn by all, the ilima is the designated flower of Oahu and a once a favorite flower of Queen Emma. 45″ x 45″ Designed by John Serrao/js677-bk8 Read more about the beautiful Pua Ilima. State…
Maile Lau Lii
Highly Prized by the Na Alii, the Kings and Queens of Hawaii, the Maile Lau Lii is one of the most treasured lei in Hawaii because of it’s difficulty to acquire and find. Today the maile lei is only given during very special occasions. 45″ x 45″ Designed by John Serrao/js663-bk8 Read…
Pua Melia – Plumeria
My Tutu(Grandmother) was a lei seller. Her home was always filled with a variety of flowers and someone was always stringing the blossoms into beautiful leis, but of all the flowers they strung, by far the plumeria was the prettiest because of it’s variety of colors. 45″ x 45″ Designed…
Noname
Noname are quilts that are beautiful to look at but the name and type of flower has been forgotten. The true meaning of the design belongs only to the designer. John has several Noname quilts. He would see a plant or flower that he likes, make the design but have no idea what the flower…
Torii & Cherry Blossoms- The Gateway
National Symbols of Japan Found throughout Japan wherever a Shinto shrine exist, the Torii symbolizes the gateway to a Sacred Place. Where only the good and pure may enter. 45″ x 45″ Designed by John Serrao/js646-bk7 Read more about the Torii and it’s meaning by clicking on…
Lei Okika
Orchid blossoms is a favorite at weddings for center pieces, bride’s bouquets, corsages and even in the brides hair. In some weddings the guests even throw orchids instead of the traditional rice. 45″ x 45″ Designed by John Serrao/js651-bk7
Taro & O’opu
Spending the summer with his grandparents in Laie John always spoke about cleaning the Taro Patches and the O’opu that lived within its water. This quilt was designed by John for those summer days in the country. 45″ x 45″ Designed by John Serrao/js662-bk8 Read more about the O’opu…
Mauna Loa Vine
You can tell how rare or popular a flower is when you find very few images on the Internet and for the Mauna Loa Vine very few images exist. So when John was visiting Hana years ago and came across the Mauna Loa Vine he was…
Hapuu – Hawaiian Tree Fern
Hapuu Fern – The curls of the young lacy fronds slowly opens into larger leaves that can grow up to 15 feet in length and the tree 15-20 feet tall. Found mostly in the wetlands of the islands the Hapuu held water and helped the Hawaiians survive during times of drought and famine. 45″ x 45″ Designed…
Heleconia Garden
Another favorite design of John’s because of it’s long lines and simple uncomplicated beauty, the Heleconia comes in various colors and perfect for the larger floral arrangements. 45″ x 45″ Designed by John Serrao/js672-bk8
Monstera Patch
Did you know that the Monstera plant is also called the Swiss Cheese Plant. Just look at the leaves and you can see why. Seen though out the Hawaiian Islands in gardens and climbing trees it’s big bold green leaves is a favorite among gardeners. 45″ x 45″ Designed by John Serrao/js652-bk7 …
Lei Pua Melia
The plumeria flower found throughout Polynesia is a favorite in Hawaii. It’s overwhelming scented flower was strung into floral leis and used especially by the hula girls. Dancing to the strum of the ukulele the plumeria leis enhanced the beauty of the dancer. 45″ x 45″ Designed by John Serrao/js668-bk8 Every Tuesdays and Thursdays at…
Girls Day
Click on the photo to find out more about Girls Day…. Originated in Japan March 3 Girls Day is celebrated with a display of finely crafted dolls as we pray for hope, happiness and abundance for our daughters, nieces and granddaughters. 45″ x 45″ Designed by John Serrao/js645-bk7
