One of my favorite ladies, Kumu Susie who lives in Saitama where the Primrose is their prefecture flower also one of my favorite flower.
Category: 45″ x 45″ Quilt Designs
The smaller 45″ x 45″ quilt designs were created during the Quilt Renaissance when quilts were no longer made for the beds and became “Art On The Wall.” This size is also perfect for that special baby.
秋田県 Akita Prefecture – Fukui Butterbur
Agriculture, Fishing and Forestry dominate the economy of Akita and the Fukui Butterbur is their designated flower. Designed by John Serrao
静岡県 Shizuoka Prefecture – Tsutsuji Azalea
The Tsutsuji loved and admired worldwide. Known to most as the Azalea this prefecture flower is for our friends in Shizuoka.
佐賀県 Saga Prefecture – Camphor Flower
The camphor tree grows big and strong but the flowers are dainty and small. For our friends in the Saga Prefecture. Like the Camphor tree this quilt symbolizes long life, strength and like the tiny flowers unexpected happy surprises.
高知県 Kochi Prefecture – Yamamomo
Some people call it the Mountain Peach but it’s known more for its fruit than it’s petal-less flower. For our friends in Kochi Prefecture here is your Hawaiian Quilt Design for your Yamamomo.
熊本県 – Kumamoto Prefecture- Gentian
To all our quilters from the Kumamoto prefecture your designated flower the Gentian. A beautiful flower that makes a very beautiful Hawaiian quilt design. 45″ x 45″
広島県 Hiroshima Prefecture – The Oleander
The Oleander found worldwide especially in Hiroshima where it’s their designated flower.
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…
Whales in Motion
Whales in Motion – John’s newest Sea life design for our amazing ocean friends. 45″ x 45″ Designed by John Serrao The Hawaiian word for whale is “Palaoa” It is also the name of the Hawaiian neck ornament used by the Hawaiian chiefs. The ivory hook on the lei/necklace is called the “Niho Palaoa” because…
Everyone Quilt Has A Story…Especially John Stories
This past Friday was an amazing day for our family. We went to the Hukilau Market Place in Laie to see the unveiling of our great-uncle Tutu Hamana’s statue at the entrance of the Polynesian Cultural Center. Tutu Hamana was known in his hometown for not only his active role in the first Hukilau but…
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.
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…
Flaming Lily – Zimbabwe’s National Flower
The Flaming Lily, Zimbabwe’s National Flower, a vine that loves to crawl and hang. Unfortunatley it’s becoming extinct due to it’s recent popularity. 45″ x 45″ Design and Copyright John Serrao