Hawaiian quilts traditional

Most of you know I spent some time teaching in Hawaii last month! Well, I brought back a solid tan and a new understanding of Hawaiian quilting and it’s origins. I thought I would share what I learned with you :) Hawaiians learned to quilt and sew from the first Christian missionaries. The first Hawaiian quilting circle was held early in 1820 on the decks of the ship Thaddeus with the royal wives of two reigning chiefs in attendance. Prior to the arrival of the missionaries, Hawaiian…

Master quilters Poakalani Serrao and her husband, John Serrao, left a legacy of craftsmanship and beauty while perpetuating this beloved art form. #hawaiian #quilting #hawaii #tradition

Here's how to hang a quilt as wall-art with tips from crafters, including sewn sleeves, clamps, and self-adhesive strips.

Learn about Hawaiian Quilts. I’m showring how to make them traditionally by hand, by machine, raw-edge, and even with some couching. #hawaiianquilts #hawaiianquiltpattrns #hawiianquilttutorials

My first large Hawaiian Quilt, Lei Neriali or Silversword. Photo taken at a past Festival of Quilts, NEC, Birmingham. The Silversword is an plant endemic to Hawaii, where it grows on the slopes of volcano craters. Blue grey background with navy appliqué, all hand sewn and echo quilted. Poakalain patterns. Molokama (2010) another traditional pattern from Poakalani of Honolulu. FOQ 2010, and Malvern 2011 where it won cups for best hand appliqué and best hand quilting. Red and white quilt…

Hawaiian and Appliqué Quilting Patterns, Fabric & Lessons

The Hawaiian Quilt: The Tradition Continues, by Poakalani and John Serrao

... and Exploring the Art of Hawaiian Quilt designing with John Serrao