Category: Quilters
They come from near and far. Different cultures and ideas but we all have one thing in common the love for quilting. The Hawaiian quilters of Poakalani & Co. perpetuating a fragile art and culture.
Aloha Margaret for sharing your completed Kapapohopoho “Crazy Quilt” its beautiful.
Featuring the many designs of John Serrao.
Congratulations to the Poakalani Ohana Quilters in Japan
It was an amazing show. 63 quilts in which 22 were new wall hangings and 1 large size quilt at their first showing. We are happy that the tradition of Hawaiian quilting will continue with these 22 quilting teachers in Japan. I hope to post more of these awesome quilts soon.
Leilani’s Garden is Blooming
After several weeks of delay Kay was finally able to layout her full size quilt. Designed in honor of her mom Leilani. So do you like it plain or with the flowers blooming in their vibrant colors?
Enough with the Prefectures….
Another beautiful quilt by Pat… An amazing quilter and designer.
Sneak Peek – Yokohama 2015
Thank you Kumu Yuko for letting us have a sneak peek of your quilt to be displayed in the Yokohama 2015 Na Kupulau Poakalani Quilt Exhibit. So beautiful. Whales and Fishes. It’s going to be an amazing show. I can’t wait.
Linda’s New Adventure
Linda’s next project. The Breadfruit-Ulu design. Hopefully it will live up to its tradition of bringing prosperity to one’s home. Design by John Serrao
The Amazing Pat….
Note from Pat: Here’s the latest…it’s called a “reverse” quilt because the pattern is actually cut from the top fabric, sort of like a silhouette, rather than the pattern being cut, then sewn on top of the fabric (sorry, I probably didn’t explain things too clearly, haha). At any rate, this is more difficult…
Everthing is coming up Tulips
Lorraine’s and Tomiko’s Tulip quilts waiting to be appliqued and quilted. Designed by John Serrao
Tomiko’s Lily Pond
Tomiko’s Lily Pond – A combination of Echo Quilting, Definitive Quilting and those beautiful Moa Waewae(Chicken Feet) Stitch. Tomiko is an amazing quilter, quilt instructor and hanai sister and her quilts are always a masterpiece of design.
Linda’s Poinciana
Great Job Linda….. First for completing an amazing quilt and second for using the color black. You brave soul. The Poinciana tree is found through-out the islands. They brighten the roadways and parks with their bright multi-colored blossoms.
Another Amazing Quilt By Pat
While some of us were taking the holiday weekend off Pat was still quilting away. Another amazing quilt by Pat. The breadfruit/ulu design. Legend says that anyone who finishes a ulu quilt they will not want for anything in life. Congratulations Pat.
Adding your special touch to that commercial design.
The fabric was so gorgeous that we just couldn’t waste it. So John added a lei to the Lei Kukui Nut Design from his “Mai Kalani Mai” Series of Patterns. Don’t be afraid to enhance your commercial design to make it yours. Thank you Rula for letting me share you amazing quilt.
Surprise Visitor – Susie Sugi
Susie Sugi a dear friend and a strong supporter of everything Hawaiian especially Hawaiian quilting stopped by the Hawaiian quilting class while visiting from Japan. She lived in Hawaii for 12 years before returning to Japan and during those twelve years she established her self as not only a quilter but also a Master Hawaiian…
Pat’s Gallery
I added two new quilts to Pat’s Gallery of Quilts. If you’re interested in one of her quilts call her at (214)293-9303 or e-mail at mtgpvg@yahoo.com. All the quilts are hand stitched and Made In Hawaii. Her quilts are always beautiful to look at. Other quilts by Pat http://poakalani.net/quilts-pat/
