The “local” culture of the islands is made up of traditions from a diverse group of people from the original Hawaiian inhabitants to the later migrants from Japan, China, Philippines, Korea, Spain, Norway, Puerto Rico, Russia, and of course Portugal. John being half Portuguese was proud of his Portuguese people and…
Niihau
Niihau’s famous seashells the kahelelani, momi, laiki and kamoa are carefully gathered from Niihau’s beaches and crafted into rare and beautiful leis. This quilt was designed for that rarely seen island, its people and their world class shell leis. 45″ x 45″ Designed by John Serrao./js643-bk7 http://www.niihauheritage.org/niihau_artisans.htm
Kahili & Fan
There is a vintage Hawaiian quilt pattern called the Kahili & Fan that was very popular back in the 1930’s. John decided to make a smaller version of that original pattern. The essence of that design is still beautiful and timeless. 45″ x 45″ Designed by John Serrao/js658-bk8 Vintage Quilt – Kahili & Fan/Hawaiian Quilt…
Pua Manu – Bird of Paradise
Everyone loves the Bird of Paradise because of it’s unique shape and colors but while it was not a popular design in vintage quilts it is very popular in today’s contemporary quilts. 90″ x 90″ Designed by John Serrao
Mie’s Great Adventure
After Mie’s deep sea fishing adventure in Kona she wanted a quilt design to remember that day. For Mie and Yoshi may you have many more great adventures. 90″ x 90″ Designed by John Serrao (Personal Design)
Monstera
The Monstera Plant continues to complement Hawaii’s beauty. The large leaves is seen throughout the islands in gardens, parks, yards and also in the lush mountains and valleys. 90″ x 90″ Designed by John Serrao
Iris
The Iris not native to the islands but beautiful in color and style among the native plants of Hawaii. 90″ x 90″ Designed by John Serrao
Ko – Sugar Cane
We all remember those Keiki Days when our parents would take us on a car ride around the island. If dad started our trip on the west side of the island even before we reached the ocean we would see miles of Pineapple and Sugar Cane Fields, from the Ewa Plain, Waialua, to Wahiawa. Today…
Bamboo
Playing an integral role in Hawaiian culture the bamboo had many uses from storage vessels, musical instruments to bamboo stamps. John created this design to show the simplistic beauty of the bamboo. This pattern is great for the beginner quilter. 90″ x 90″ Designed by John Serrao
I’m Forever Blowing Bubbles
I’m forever blowing bubbles Pretty bubbles in the air They fly so high, nearly reach the sky Then like my dreams they fade and die Fortune’s always hiding I’ve looked everywhere I’m forever blowing bubbles Pretty bubbles in the air In 2007 while at our quilting class at the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center John was…
Bombax
The drive-way leading up to the Queen Emma Summer Palace is shaded by the Bombax Tree. The furry blossoms are very similar to the Lehua flower. This quilt was designed for that special Summer Home in Nuuanu. 45″ x 45″ Designed by John Serrao
Red Ginger
Red Ginger – 45″ x 45″ Designed by John Serrao
Hawaiian Sea Turtle
Hawaiian Sea Turtle 45″ x 45″ Designed by John Serrao/js671-bk8 Photo from the Sea Turtle Restoration Project. Read more about that amazing project.
Lei Pua Aloalo
Hawaii’s State Flower the Hibiscus. 45″ x 45″ Designed by John Serrao/js637-bk8
Hukilau
Designed after that famous song, The Hukilau… “Oh we throw our nets out into the sea and all the ‘ama’ama come a-swimmin’ to me. Oh, we’re goin’ to the hukilau Huki-huki-huki-huki-hukilau”. 45″ x 45″ Designed by John Serrao