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Author: Cissy

Ohio State Flower Red Carnation

Ohio’s State Flower – Red Carnation

Posted on September 5, 2023September 5, 2023 by Cissy

When we started planning this project Takako decided to quilt the Red Carnation, Ohio’s state flower. It was where she moved to at a very young age from Japan with her husband Ray. She has many fond memories of her Ohio home and she now lives in Hawaii and also completed the State flower of…

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Hibiscus Hawaiian quilt

Near or Far

Posted on August 8, 2023August 8, 2023 by Cissy

…Hawaiian Quilts are being created right here in our classes in Honolulu and as far as Rensselaer County, N.Y. Congratulations Dawn from NY for taking out your Hibiscus Quilt from storage and giving it your finishing touches, it’s beautiful. AND THEN starting your next project how amazing is that. Dawn’s next quilt which we call…

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Quilt Class After Covid

Posted on July 25, 2023July 25, 2023 by Cissy

Our Hawaiian Quilting Classes are back. We started in May and so far it’s been an amazing journey. We were welcomed to our new home by Reverend Stephen from the Higashi Hongwanji. The hall is huge with great lighting, lots of parking and we couldn’t be more happy. We welcomed back our quilting family who…

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My Island Home

Posted on July 4, 2023July 5, 2023 by Cissy

My Island Home has eight main islands and the Island of Oahu is where I make my home. It’s a very busy island and the city of Honolulu is a huge metropolis were two thirds of the residence of Hawaii live. It’s a beautiful city and during the evening the city lights are breathtaking to…

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The Yellow Hibiscus – Hawaii’s State Flower

Posted on July 4, 2023July 5, 2023 by Cissy

The State Flower of Hawaii the Yellow Hibiscus is now complete.  Mahalo Takako for  capturing the beauty of Hawaii’s state flower on a Hawaiian Quilt Wallhanging.  2 States completed and 49 more to go… including Washington DC.  

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Road to Hana

The Road to Hana

Posted on May 31, 2023June 2, 2023 by Cissy

The famous road to Hana on the Island of Maui is known for its narrow roads, twists and turns and its breathtaking views of ocean cliffs and waterfalls but its true beauty is its people. The kindness and open hospitality of its local residence is where you will truly experience the true Spirit of Aloha….

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Quilt Folk Magazine Workshop

Quilt Folk Magazine

Posted on May 29, 2023July 4, 2023 by Cissy

Jenni & Kay sharing the Art of Hawaiian Quilting with the rest of the world.

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Sunrise in Hawaii

Join Us Quilting & Cruising

Posted on May 29, 2023July 4, 2023 by Cissy

If you’re lucky and the elements are all there the Sunrise in the islands are just as breathtaking as the Sunsets.

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Utah - Sego Lily Quilted by Pat Gorelangton

Quilt Project 51 – State Quilts

Posted on May 29, 2023July 5, 2023 by Cissy

Utah – Sego Lily

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And We’re Back

Posted on April 26, 2023July 5, 2023 by Cissy

Classes are back in session and we’re so excited. It’s been an amazing two weeks being back, it’s a new venue but the feelings of aloha, mahalo and ohana are still strong. Hawaiian quilting is what makes us happy but the bonds of friendship makes us family. Mahalo nui to all the ladies for your…

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Pitt Rivers Museum Quilts

Posted on April 8, 2023June 2, 2023 by Cissy

Please click on the image to view the commissioned Hawaiian Quilts for the Pitt Rivers Museum Oxford England. It was an honor to be part of this project. Mahalo Nui to Marenka a me Ashley.

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Classes to Resume on April 15

Posted on March 27, 2023July 7, 2023 by Cissy

Mahalo to Higashi Hongwanji for opening their hall to us for our weekly Hawaiian Quilting Classes. After three years we can finally gather and renew our friendship and passion for Hawaiian Quilting. It’s a large hall and there’s plenty of FREE parking. New students please call 808-223-6608 to register for classes. First class for new…

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Pippa Moss

Posted on September 6, 2021July 5, 2023 by Cissy

…Meet Award winning quilter Pippa Moss an amazing Hawaiian Quilter. Years ago when Pippa started ordering quilt patterns from the Poakalani website and then sending pictures of the completed quilts I knew she not only had an exceptional talent in quilting but a love for traditional Hawaiian quilt designs. I’m always in awe of her…

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Did You Know?

Posted on April 18, 2021July 5, 2023 by Cissy

Did you know that when our na kupuna started to learn and quilt in Hawaii they only made the larger king and queen size quilts. Today there are so many sizes to choose from, while most beginner quilters prefer to learn on the smaller 22″ x 22″ quilts many quilters today love the 45″ x…

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Is It April Already?

Posted on April 2, 2021July 5, 2023 by Cissy

…Aloha Quilting Family I pray all of you are safe and healthy. Time has just flown by and I’m wondering what happened to the first three months of the year. Our Hawaiian Quilting classes are still closed but we’re hoping to start back soon. In my correspondence with the Iolani Palace they are looking for…

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Pat’s Quilts For Purchase

Looking for a Hawaiian Quilt for that “Special Someone” or needing to complete a “Closet Quilt ” from generations ago. Well Pat sells and makes commission quilts. Please check out her personal page for quilts and more information.

Poakalani Hawaiian Quilting Classes

Classes meet every Saturday  9:30am – 12:00pm at the Higashi Hongwanji Mission in Liliha.   New student fees are $35.00 which includes a 22″ x 22″ Cushion Kit.  Weekly classes are $10.00.

Higashi Hongwanji Mission
1685 Alaneo St.
Honolulu, HI

1 block from the Original Liliha Bakery and across from Lanakila School.  Please call Rae at 808-223-6608  or e-mail cissy@poakalani.com for more information.

Cissy

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