The Hawaiian Quilt

Join Mandy Frey as she and three friends leave their Amish community in Indiana for the trip of a lifetime to Hawaii. But when Mandy and one of her friends miss the cruise ship after a port of call on Kauai, how will they adjust and get back home? Find out in this brand new romance from New York Times bestselling author Wanda E. Brunstetter, writing with her daughter-in-law Jean Brunstetter.

An Amish Woman Finds Love in Hawaii Ellen Lambright mourned when her best friend, Mandy, moved from Indiana to Hawaii. But now Ellen has received the Amish church’s permission to go to Hawaii and help Mandy through challenging times. Rob Smith works on the Williams family’s organic farm, far from his past mistakes and burning regrets. When Ellen befriends Rob, the attraction is mutual, but her commitment to the Amish faith stands between them. Could a heartfelt discovery lead to forgiveness, reunion, and love? Or is Ellen’s destiny waiting for her in Indiana? Find out in this sequel to The Hawaiian Quilt from New York Times bestselling author Wanda E. Brunstetter, writing with her daughter-in-law Jean Brunstetter.

Reflects on the world's most unusual and exotic cultures. Bringing elements of their Polynesian heritage to the American quilt, 19th century Hawaiians created a distinctive and beautiful art form that is still actively practiced throughout the islands.

Hawaiian quilts, which date back to the 19th century, are not only objects of practical necessity, but a form of artistic expression. This book offers detailed instructions and 20 full-size quilting blocks — each 18 inches square — for creating exotic floral motifs including orchid, water lily, hibiscus, and other exotic island vegetation.

You have admired these quilts for years. Now, with this book and DVD, you can design your very own Hawaiian quilt!

Join Mandy and Ellen on a trip of a lifetime to Hawaii in this two-novel collection. Will the discoveries these Amish girls make forever change the direction of their lives? The Hawaiian Quilt Mandy Frey has always longed to see Hawaii, so before joining the Amish church and settling into family life, she convinces three friends to join her on a cruise of the Hawaiian Islands. When Mandy and Ellen miss the ship after a port of call on Kauai, they get a room at a bed & breakfast where they make new friends, learn about local history, and participate in Christian church. But when it is time to fly home, Mandy feels torn between feelings for Ken Williams, an organic farmer on Kauai, and Gideon Eash, her boyfriend who has been waiting for her in Indiana. The Hawaiian Discovery Ellen Lambright thought she was going back to Hawaii only to help her best friend through multiple challenges, but she also befriends a man who has been hiding from his past. Reuben Zook works on the Williams family’s organic farm, far from his past mistakes and burning regrets. The attraction is mutual, but Ellen’s commitment to the Amish faith stands between them. Could a heartfelt discovery lead to forgiveness, reunion, and love? Or is Ellen’s destiny waiting for her in Indiana?

Cherished Hawaiian Quilts and Other Joys celebrates Patricia Lei Murray s Hawaiian quilts that she has made during the past twelve years and the stories behind them. Each chapter focuses on a Hawaiian value for living and the particular quilts that illustrate its message. Discover the beauty of our island people and the personal quilts that tell their stories. Hear the tales of childhood that honor family life and spark the creation of memory quilts. Learn the historic significance of the Hawaiian Flag quilts that defied the fall of the Hawaiian Monarchy. Feel the emotions of being spared by the timely arrival of the Kipuupuu winds...and see the quilt that marked that event. These are true stories.

In the aftermath of a difficult divorce, Bonnie heads to Maui to help her friend Claire launch a quilter's retreat, a getaway marked by beautiful sunsets, regional quilting activities and her ex's plot to claim Elm Creek Quilts resources. By the author of The Lost Quilter. Reprint.

Over The years, Patricia Lei Murray has been a practioner of almost all Hawaiian art forms including hula, feaTherwork, lauhala weaving, and koa woodwork. But her passion is quilting, both traditional and contemporary. An award-winning quilter, her work portraying The beauty of Hawai'i has been featured in quilt publications such as The Contemporary Hawaiian Quilt Book, and Hawaiian Quilts: Tradition and Transition. She also exhibited a one woman show at The prestigious La Conner Quilt Museum in Washington. Hawaiian Quilt Inspirations: A Journal of Life is a collection of unique quilts and The stories that inspired Their creation. It is a book to treasure and to share. In it she reveals a golden thread that binds Hawaiian thinking and values for living. She honors The early quilters who created quilts not only for warmth and art, but for The joy of simply giving them away.

Early 19th-century Hawaiian women created quilts using bright, solid-coloured fabric. They would fold a large piece of fabric into quarters or eighths and cut flowing motifs symbolic of their lush environment. The practice of using a single piece of solid-colour fabric hand-appliquéd onto a white background became their tradition -- a tradition that both inspired and stimulated the author when creating her own designs. With 26 patterns to get you started and easy-to-follow directions, learn to cut and stitch both hand- and machine-appliquéd blocks. Projects include "Hawaiian Seas" wall quilts, "Hawaiian Christmas" with four blocks, and various flowers and sea creatures. The designs begin with single colour, appliquéd blocks and progress to blocks adorned with additional colours and motifs. Quilters of all skill levels will discover a beautiful Hawaiian quilt to inspire them.

A collection of original Hawaiian quilt designs including beginner, intermediate and advanced designs for single and multiple color 18" appliquie' blocks, plus 32 companion mini designs for 9"-12" blocks. Complete, illustrated instructions.

Take time out for a short Hawaiian vacation with this relaxing collection of 32 authentic Hawaiian quilt designs. Lehua, pineapple, kukui, lobelia, palm, breadfruit, and anthurium patterns are included. Each black and white design is printed on one side of its own page, so there's no bleed-through. Get a free downloadable sample by signing up for the Hawaiian Heritage Press mailing list. http: //bit.ly/HawaiianHeritage