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History: In 1820 when the Royal wives of two reigning Hawaiian chiefs were invited aboard a ship named The Thaddeus and taught how to quilt by the first group of missionaries that came to the islands. Hawaiian women were taught to cut the material into patchwork squares and sew them back together. Hawaiians found this very confusing, as they could not understand cutting up material just to sew it back together, and a waste of precious material. They were raised never to waste anything. Also they found quilting confusing as the weather in Hawaii never got cold enough to use a quilt. Soon the Hawaiians adapted quilting to their own unique style by using designs that they had created on tapa cloth. The Hawaiian women cut out their designs using only one piece of fabric. They came up with designs which reflected their environment, their culture and heritage. Hawaiian quilting encompasses a complete philosophy, spiritualism and passing on of tradition that is important in the Hawaiian culture. Each design has significance and there is symbolism in each of the patterns. The quilts reflect the religious beliefs of old Hawaii. |
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Jasmine Blue, "Pekaki": Beautiful and scented white flower, used in many leis. Hand made in Hawaii. Jasmine is a traditional Hawaiian design. Echo quilting pattern with a tight sewing control. 100% cotton, light wgt. batting, bone white cotton backing. Wall hanging 26x27", with wall hanging sleeves. Price $: 180.00 S & H: $ 8.99 Item #: H-30001 |
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Jasmine White, "Pekaki": Beautiful and scented white flower, used in many leis. Hand made in Hawaii. Jasmine is a traditional Hawaiian design. Echo quilting pattern with a tight sewing control. 100% cotton, light wgt. batting, bone white cotton backing. Wall hanging 26x27", with wall hanging sleeves. Price $: 180.00 S & H: $ 8.99 Item #: H-30002 |
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Breadfruit Red: "Ulu": One of the staple foods of the Hawaiian people as they crossed the Pacific Ocean. The fruit, sap and wood were all used in daily life. The breadfruit cast a shadow on the leaves, thus the Hawaiians came upon the design. Hand made in Hawaii. Echo quilting pattern with a tight sewing control. 100% cotton, light wgt. batting, bone white cotton backing. Wall hanging 26x27", with wall hanging sleeves. Price $: 180.00 S & H: $ 8.99 Item #: H-30003 |
