Continuing their commitment and legacy to Hawai‘i’s treasured art, the Poakalani family and their students display their precious quilts and share personal stories. The pages are brimming with island styles and techniques sure to inspire quilt-makers and collectors all over.
Though quilting in universal, the Hawaiian quilt is unique. Featured designs, like the koi and griffin, reflect a quilt-maker’s individuality, while other patterns, such as the ipu, ti, and ulu, emerge from the beauty and traditions of old Hawaii. Each quilt pictured is one-of-a-kind made in the old-style of quilting—by hand, stitch by stitch. All emulate the poetry of the Hawaiian language and the rich culture of the Islands. Quilt lovers will delight in the wide array of depictions and colors that spur the imagination and present enticingly different concepts and ideas.
In addition to enjoying a showcase of masterpiece quilts, get ready to thread your needle and follow any one of the more than two-dozen original stencils and patterns provided by John Poakalani. Included as well are a detailed supply list, glossary, and instructions. Quilt-makers will find the endless variations of these Hawaiian quilts exciting and be lured to try the many stitches, folds, and techniques presented within.
Experience an ancient tradition and become a part of the quilting circle of Hawaii—one of sharing, caring, and encouragement.
Paperback, 112 pages
Mutual Publishing
Released 2007