As early as 1820 native Hawaiian women learned to make quilts from missionaries. Unlike the quilts we know as "Hawaiian Quilts" today, these early quilts were pieced. Cotton fabric became more available with the westernization of Hawaii. This made it possible to create quilts with applique on solid cloth. These appliqued quilts had a single design radiating symmetrically from the center covering the whole quilt. These quilts were usually made with two solid colors, one for the background and one for the appliqued design. Today the legacy of Hawaiian quilting is still popular.
Fabric Details
Petal Signature Cotton®
Design #3946116Everyday-use cotton for quilting, crafts and apparel
- Estimated shrinkage: 5-6% in length and 2-3% in width
- Perfect for quilting, craft projects, costuming, toys and accessories.
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About the Design
The Silversword is an exotic plant that grows in Hawaii's volcanic cinder. A Hawaiian quilt design.
About hawaiidesigns
James spent 35 years in advertising and graphic design. He is also a chef, written 3 cookbooks, and writes a food blog in Hawaii. His wife Kimberly is a seamstress using tropical prints for her products at creationsbykimberly.com.
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