My son and his family are spending Spring Break in Hawaii—again. This trip is much easier to do if one lives on the west coast! Their photos this year are showing me a different side of the islands . If it wasn’t for a few glimpses of the ocean and beach, I would think they were somewhere in the southwestern states. I am learning Hawaii has a lot more to offer than sandy beaches, palm trees and aqua coves. But I still think of all those travel poster scenes when I dream of visiting Hawaii.
Maybe because Hawaii is on my mind, this quilt made me think of the Islands. The colors are the blue/aqua of the ocean and the white of the sands of the beach. The floral pinwheels suggest the breezes and the tiny flowers are in the blocks and the borders.
The back of the quilt is a batik fabric with a tropical leaf print. The backing is so attractive it could be used as the top for a change.
The machine quilting is very relaxed which allows a great drape.
The binding is a “split” binding–two different fabrics were used for an accent.
The quilt measures 84″ x 96″ which would fit a queen size bed but could be used on a king. It is for sale for $450.
For now I will enjoy Hawaii second hand via photos and stories. And I will continue to dream of aqua water, white beaches and ocean breezes.
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