The Oleander found worldwide especially in Hiroshima where it’s their designated flower.
Author: Cissy
宮崎県 – Miyazaki Prefecture – Spider Lily
After much research it was a nice surprise to find out that sometimes we’re not all that different. For our friends in the Miyazaki Prefecture their designated flower the Hamayu was our Queen Emma’s favorite flower the Spider Lily.
山口県 – Yamaguchi Prefecture – Natsumikan
It has been a long, hot and humid summer. Counting down the days until we leave for Yokohama. I’m hoping it will be much cooler there than here in the islands. 92 degrees at 7PM but seeing friends and family in October will be a welcomed journey. To our friends in the Yamaguchi Prefecture…
島根県 – Shimane Prefecture – Mountain Peony
Yes, we’re going to Yokohama, Japan on October 11 for an amazing quilt exhibit from October 14-19. 21 Certified Poakalani Hawaiian Quilt Instructors will be showcasing their quilts in this Hawaiian Quilt ONLY quilt exhibit. All the quilts are designed by John and of course some from Tutu Correa. We’re excited and to show our appreciating John has…
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.
NO CLASS THIS WEEK JUNE 13 – KAMEHAMEHA DAY STATE HOLIDAY
I know I just hate it when I have to be the bearer of bad news. No class this week June 13 in honor of Kamehameha Day. We’ll see everyone back at class on June 20. In the meantime congratulations to another quilter who cut out her new 45″ x 45 ulu wall hanging. It’s going…
Mie’s Tulips
I”m just calling this the happy quilt because when I look at it I can’t help but smile. Mie was able to use all the leftover scrap fabric from previous quilts. 45″ x 45″ Designed by John Serrao.
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 your 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 e-mail her at [email protected]. All the quilts are hand stitched and Made In Hawaii. Her quilts are always beautiful to look at. Other quilts by Pat https://poakalani.net/quilts-pat/