The Cupid Quilt, designed and quilted by Sophie Ventura. As you can see there is no symmetrical design, just cupid and hearts placed on a background fabric and than sewn and quilted by machine. Aunty Sophie made this quilt in one day as a gift for her husband. Yes, she made it the day before…
Author: Cissy
Renovation Update
Renovation Update The renovations of the archives building(where we quilt) is tentatively scheduled to begin in May. Because it’s only for a month(I hope) we will be taking a short break/vacation unless we can find a temporary home during May. So please check my website and Facebook for any updates. Pictured left: The ladies…
Awesome John and his Magic Pencils
The Monsterra a very popular Hawaiian quilt design because of its bold large leaves. Click on the graphic and watch John and his magic pencils create the actual design seen here. 45″ x 45″ Designed by John Serrao from the Poakalani Serrao Family Quilt Collection.
Our Colorful Condo
We live in a very tiny condo in the area they call Lower Nuuanu and/or Liliha . And because of the lack of space most of Poakalani’s cushion quilts were framed and hung on the wall. As you can see(sorry about the bad pic, took it at night and my cats love to play with them,…
Na Pua O Hawaii
The hibiscus and ti leaf two of Hawaii’s most recognized native plants. The Ti Leaf for good luck in the shape of the Kahili and the Hibiscus it’s crowning glory. 45″ x 45″ Designed by John Serrao The Hawaiians would cut the stalk of the Ti Leaf and curl back the leaves so it would…