Hawaiian applique.

 Our September meeting was lead by Janet Goddard, who is ran a masterclass in Hawaiian applique.  Christian missionaries introduced the art of patchwork to the Hawaiian islands, and the people are famous for their wonderful appliquéd quilts, with designs featuring their native flowers and foliage. 

Here she is with her sample piece.  It was a 20” square which will be ideal for a bag, cushion or medallion centrepiece. 

Lots of people were eager to learn this technique. 

This is the kind of effect we were aiming for.  

Here is a rabbit inspired mini quilt.  They look so lifelike! 

This wall hanging was made at a workshop. Great use of scraps for the background. 

This stunning quilt is a great optical illusion.  I love it! 

Paula made this Linus quilt from half hexagons cut by Julie on the Accuquilt cutter.  Beautiful use of colour. 

Here is a book cover made from fabric made at our flower pounding evening.  Very contemporary. 

And, last but not least, a gorgeous cushion. 

And, just for fun, here is a drag queen wearing an outfit made from a quilt!  There’s food for thought!