…on a quilt. Don’t let the large patterns scare you off you also have a choice of making smaller squares which eventually can be joined to make a larger quilt. This quilt designed by John tells of the many medicinal plants used by the Hawaiians for their ailments. They too had their doctors of medicine. …
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Planning ahead…Mark your calendar.
PaRTy, PaRTy, PaRTy, Yes please mark you calendars. December 8 is our annual Christmas Party From 10:00am-1:00pm. Let’s take a break from class and celebrate friends and family. Don’t forget to bring a Potluck Dish and Grab Bag Gift no more than $20.00. Now please enjoy this amazing ….it’s a half fold quilt pattern designed…
Mahalo – Class Starts back up this Saturday November 10
Saturday was an amazing day. We finally laid to rest my dad, kumu John at the family plots in Oahu Cemetery. He is now with mom. Thank you to my amazing family the Serrao’s, Kaleohano’s, Changs, Correa’s especially Aunty Jojo and Uncle David who was there for us. They held our hands while we planned…
Thank you Nina Wu from the Star Advertiser for honoring John.
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Let’s Celebrate – An Amazing Man
Let’s celebrate the Life of John F. Serrao Sr. Saturday November 3. Oahu Cemetery Chapel 9:00am Services 10:30 Burial To Follow Let’s also celebrate the continuation of his quilting class.
…and the Tradition Continues
Today was the first day of Hawaiian Quilting Class at the Iolani Place without John. He had not attended the class for about two months but this was the first class when we realized that he was never to return. Thank you to all the ladies for your comfort and strength. The classes will continue…
So we did a Photo Shoot today
and magic happens. ” The Hawaiian Quilting Ladies” of the Palace. Here you go ladies a link to the photo to download.
Because Life Doesn’t Stop
I haven’t been to class in several weeks but these amazing ladies keep quilting their hearts desire. Enjoy a few quilts completed and in progress. I miss these ladies when I’m not there.
Yes We Have Class Saturday, September 8
…just come early for parking and before the Parade starts. Remember they’ll be closing some of the streets. Let’s also help celebrate the awesome World Champions Little League Team. We are so proud. Now enjoy a re-post of this quilt from Eriko of Niigata.
No Class Saturday…
Due to Hurricane Lane the Iolani Palace will be closed until Monday. Everyone please stay safe. We’ll see all of you next week. Enjoy a few pictures of our amazing quilters.
I just call it Pua Hauoli. The Happy Flower
Yes, it’s the Sun Flower, Quilted by long time Honolulu resident Takako Jenkins and designed by John Serrao. Another keeper.
High Above The Tree Lives the Octopus.
Sometimes thinking out of the box brings about some amazing designs. John’s designs usually range from the traditional to the whimsical. While I love anything he designs it’s the whimsical that makes me pause, admire and smile. This amazing Octopus Tree design is given its unique characteristic by Pat Gorelangton. While John always makes the…
June Miyasato – We Will Miss You
Our hearts are heavy. Next week we’re going to be saying “Until We Meet Again” to our dear friend June Miyasato. If you’ve ever taken a Poakalani Hawaiian Quilting Class then you know June. An integral part of our quilting classes June volunteered and taught along side of us at the Missions Houses Museum, Queen…
We’re so proud of Linda…
Congratulations Linda for finishing your amazing Ulu(Breadfruit) Quilt. It is truly beautiful a reflection of you. John loves it too and sends his aloha and mahalo for completing one of his designs.