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Native American - Hawaiian Quilting Tradition Top of Page QuiltEthnic.com Native American Kuna Indians of Panama Mainland Tribes Hawaiian Quilting Tradition A Little Quilt HistoryThe Hawaiian Way : Several pages of history from Quilts Hawaii about the Hawaiian quilting Aloha From Hawaii: Article about Helen Friend, a Hawaiian master quilt artist. Several of her quilts are shown. Canoe Plants of Ancient Hawai'i : Information about wauke, the paper mulberry tree, which is the plant from which bark cloth is made including how it was processed and used. Cook Islands Tivaevae: "Tivaevae are bed covers. The making of tivaevae, similar to cotton quilts, has become the most important art and craft skill practiced on the Cook Islands. Tivaevae replaced tapa (bark) cloth, and, to a certain extent, woven mats in traditional ceremonies. Tivaevae have become the most valued treasure in every household." This site goes on to discuss and show examples of three styles of Tivaevae. On this site, you can also access information about: Cook Islands Tivaevae Association, Inc. : In-depth information about the mission and objectives of the association; Creating in the Masters Shadow : Art review of an exhibit where three masters in their field (including Moana Eisele, kappa maker) exhibit works with their apprentices. Kapa made by Moana and his apprentice is shown, clickable for close-up view. Deborah Kakalia : A master Hawaiian quilt artist. This image is of a quilt she created to mark the 100 th anniversary of the Hawaiian kingdom's overthrow. The designs symbolize Hawaiian royalty. It is part of the collection of the Bishop Museum. Have Quilt, Will Demonstrate : This is an article in the August 19, 1998 issue of the Honolulu Star-Bulletin that shows a beautiful, close-up picture of Deborah Kakalia quilting. Flag Quilt Remember the Monarchy : This was the way Hawaiians remembered and honored their monarchy after their flag was replaced with the American flag when Hawaii became a Republic. Four Free Patterns : Quilts Hawaii provides four patterns you can use. Hawaiian Quilting - A Trip to Paradise : This article includes photos of quilts at various stages of construction (clickable for close-up views) and information about master quilter, Deborah Kakalia. Hawaiian Quilting Honu Hale : On this site there are a series of pages which start with the history and tradition and take you through making a quilt. Hawaiian Quilting Designs : This site shows examples of 12 pattern designs including: Ulu Breadfruit Papaya Pawpaw Guava Kuawa Pineapple Crown Flower Puakalaunu Pikake Hibiscus Turtle Honu Spider Lily Plumeria Ohia Lehua Wood Rose Pilikai On this site you can also purchase Hawaiian Quilting Affirmation Cards : A pack of 16 cards featuring color photographs of Hawaiian quilts and the corresponding plant or cultural symbol. Hawaiian Quilting Q&A: A FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) file about designing a Hawaiian-styled quilt. Hawaiian Quilting with Pokolani and Company : On this site you will find information about master Hawaiian quilters as well as a free pattern, tips, and information about the history of Hawaiian quilting. Hawaiian Style Quilting: This article gives a history of quilting in Hawaii and explains how the unique designs were first created. Honu Speaks of Then and Now : In this essay, the author reflects about how the definition of a Hawaiian quilt has changed. Hina's Kapa: Brief information about the tradition of kapa with specific references to the role it played in development of the Hawaiian quilt. The following link on the same site gives extensive information about bark cloth: Kapa: An extensive document that details the tradition and history of making bark cloth in Hawaii and Polynesia. Jane Goo : A well-known local Kapa Kuiki (Hawaiian Quilt) maker recognized for her work by the Smithsonian. This article also gives brief information about the history of quilting in Hawaii and tapa. Kapa Connection : Extensive article with pictures from the Honolulu Star-Bulletin about kapa master Puanani Van Dorpe and her work. Man-Made Quilts : An in-depth announcement about a 1997 exhibit in Honolulu of Hawaiian quilts made by men. Great pictures. Na Kapa - Hawaiian Bark Cloth: A long document (16 printed pages) that gives extensive details about Hawaiian Bark Cloth including: materials and tools; methodology; watermarking; dyes and dyeing; division of work; and uses. Photos of Tonga : three close-up views of: a kava ceremony; pounding bark to soften and spread; applying pigment; and final ornamentation. Quilting in Hawaii The Fabric of our Community : From the Mission Houses Museum Quilting in Hawaii : Brief information about Hawaiian quilting and a beautiful picture of a quilt on a bed. Stitches In History - A Look At Hawaiian Quilting: This article gives a history of quilting in Hawaii. Stitches in Time : Newspaper article about a Hawaiian Quilt Festival. A pattern by the late master quilter, Meali'i Kalama is shown Tapa and the People Who Make It : Great article and wonderful pictures. Tivaevae - Cook Islands Communal Art : Brief history and examples of details from 6 tivaevae - incredible! Traditions and Superstitions of the Hawaiian Quilt: Brief article about some of the superstitions associated with quilting in Hawaii. Return to Top of Page -- Home African African-American Asian Haitian Native American South American Resources

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Re: RECLAIMING HALEAKALA, SPIRITUALLY AND CULTURALLY Re: RECLAIMING HALEAKALA, SPIRITUALLY AND CULTURALLY [ Follow Ups ] [ Post Followup ] [ Talk Story with Uncle Charlie ] [ FAQ ] Posted by Mia Kaina on January 04, 1998 at 01:19:48: In Reply to: RECLAIMING HALEAKALA, SPIRITUALLY AND CULTURALLY posted by Uncle Charle on December 03, 1997 at 03:17:02: : What a ceremony we had up at Haleakala this morning. The Honolulu Star Bulletin : (http://www.starbulletin.com/) had an article on the Ceremony. There was suppose to be over two : hundred people, but from early last evening it was pouring rain and windy. : When we gathered at the Upcountry Community Center at 1:30am. the wind was howling and it : was raining steady. At 2:00am. everyone gathered for pule and promptly at 2:30am. we left for : Haleakala. It kept raining and after entering the Haleakala National Park and passing through the : checkpoints, we arrived at the top, The visitor's center. For the first time in history, the parking lot : was closed and only Kanaka Maoli were permitted and others whoes children were in Hawaiian : programs. We all waited in the Buses and cars, until the right chants were performed and the : Ho'okupu (offerings) were given. This was at 3:40am. the temperature was 40 degrees and chill : factor was almost freezing. In fact the rain was crystallizing on the clothes. Again after the proper : chants were done, we entered the observatory. It was heated and everyone gathered. It was really : something to see. We had about 150 people dressed in "cold weather gear". For Hawaiians who : are not accustomed to the cold, had on thick socks for mittens, bed spreads, blankets and anything : they could find to keep themselves warm. I had announced on the radio it would be close to : freezing. : We started to perform dances outside right on the rim of Haleakala, chants to honor the Makahiki : Festival, the different gods and goddesses that reside there. It kept raining the wind was blowing but : everyone was engrossed in the ceremony. : We then had a kukakuka (talk story) session that was for me the high light of the ceremony. There : were more youths, from 20 years old to 3 year olds then there were adults. This was wonderful : because they represented the future. Everyone spoke the Kupuna (elders) and the opio (youth) and : the all reaffirmed their committment in taking back Haleakala for spiritual and cultural purposes. : They agreed that we have so many cultural resources but if we dont take care of it, we will loose it. : At 6:15am. the sun was chanted in E Ala E, and a new day appeared and a new committed by : Hawaiians in reaffirmation of the cultural roots on the rim of this very wet, very cold and very nani : (beautiful) mountain called Haleakala. Aloha Uncle Charlie. Uncle Charlie, I was up at Haleakala that morning with you. I find myself chanting E Ala E to the sun here in Lanikai, Kailua, Oahu. I enjoyed myself. I was happy to see Hawaiians taking back their land for practices they had practiced before. I am interested. What was the significance of 4am? Kainoa 'Opio Follow Ups: Post a Followup Name: E-Mail: Subject: Comments: : : What a ceremony we had up at Haleakala this morning. The Honolulu Star Bulletin: : (http://www.starbulletin.com/) had an article on the Ceremony. There was suppose to be over two: : hundred people, but from early last evening it was pouring rain and windy. : : When we gathered at the Upcountry Community Center at 1:30am. the wind was howling and it: : was raining steady. At 2:00am. everyone gathered for pule and promptly at 2:30am. we left for: : Haleakala. It kept raining and after entering the Haleakala National Park and passing through the: : checkpoints, we arrived at the top, The visitor's center. For the first time in history, the parking lot: : was closed and only Kanaka Maoli were permitted and others whoes children were in Hawaiian: : programs. We all waited in the Buses and cars, until the right chants were performed and the: : Ho'okupu (offerings) were given. This was at 3:40am. the temperature was 40 degrees and chill: : factor was almost freezing. In fact the rain was crystallizing on the clothes. Again after the proper: : chants were done, we entered the observatory. It was heated and everyone gathered. It was really: : something to see. We had about 150 people dressed in "cold weather gear". For Hawaiians who: : are not accustomed to the cold, had on thick socks for mittens, bed spreads, blankets and anything: : they could find to keep themselves warm. I had announced on the radio it would be close to: : freezing. : : We started to perform dances outside right on the rim of Haleakala, chants to honor the Makahiki: : Festival, the different gods and goddesses that reside there. It kept raining the wind was blowing but: : everyone was engrossed in the ceremony. : : We then had a kukakuka (talk story) session that was for me the high light of the ceremony. There: : were more youths, from 20 years old to 3 year olds then there were adults. This was wonderful: : because they represented the future. Everyone spoke the Kupuna (elders) and the opio (youth) and: : the all reaffirmed their committment in taking back Haleakala for spiritual and cultural purposes.: : They agreed that we have so many cultural resources but if we dont take care of it, we will loose it.: : At 6:15am. the sun was chanted in E Ala E, and a new day appeared and a new committed by: : Hawaiians in reaffirmation of the cultural roots on the rim of this very wet, very cold and very nani: : (beautiful) mountain called Haleakala. Aloha Uncle Charlie.: Uncle Charlie,: I was up at Haleakala that morning with you. : I find myself chanting E Ala E to the sun here : in Lanikai, Kailua, Oahu. I enjoyed myself. : I was happy to see Hawaiians taking back their : land for practices they had practiced before. I: am interested. What was the significance of 4am?: Kainoa 'Opio Optional Link URL: Link Title: Optional Image URL: [ Follow Ups ] [ Post Followup ] [ Talk Story with Uncle Charlie ] [ FAQ ]

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