Molas!: Patterns, Techniques & Projects for Colorful Applique

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Author: Kate Mathews
Edition: New Ed
ISBN: 1579902235
Number of Pages: 128
Publication Date: 2001-06-30
Publisher: Lark Books

Book Description
Molas—the colorful appliqué patterns of the Kuna Indians—originated in the San Blas Islands of Panama. Now, you can sew these brilliant folk-art designs, so prized by collectors and artists everywhere, in your own home. Twenty-five easy projects from note cards, ornaments, and portfolio covers to home furnishings, clothing, and unique wall hangings.

Customer Reviews (3 total reviews)

Molas! : Patterns, Techniques, Projects for Colorful Appliqu
by Customer at November 09th, 2000
Although I found this book to be very interesting historically and culturally, I was disappointed in the projects and techniques. Some of the projects were made from paper rather than fabric. I wanted more information on making fabric molas.

Molas! : Patterns, Techniques, Projects for Colorful Appliqu
by Customer at November 08th, 2000
I enjoyed the beautiful photographs and interesting historical and cultural information about the molas. However, I was dissappointed in the projects. There were several projects that were completed out of paper. My interest was in fabric projects.

An excellent reference work.
by Customer at April 06th, 1999
The writing in this book is clear and concise, the directions are easy to understand. The color ... (read more)