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Mini Maori Bone Carvings - Applique
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JMDA809
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Applique Wall Hangings
Each individual panel is 12 x 18 cm (5 x 7 inches)
If placed all 3 on one panel then total Size: 66 x 36cm (26 x14 inches)
Each carving has a buttonhole stitched edging and is embellished with a wool edging, reminiscent of the feather edging on Maori cloaks. The designs are also embellished with metallic stitching and beading. All of this can be machine stitched if you wish. Each individual panel is quilted. The actual carving lines are created by easy hand stitching. These applique designs are based on New Zealand Maori Bone Carvings. Each of the above carvings are commonly worn as pendants. Like all Maori design they each tell a story. The meaning or beliefs of the designs can vary between each tribe. The grouping of 3 lines in the actual carving represents bring united: Whanau (family), Hapu (sub-tribe) and Iwi (tribe).
Looking at the top wall hanging photo from left:
Meaning Strength: Represented by the traditional fish hook (Hei-Matau). The strength relating to the strength needed by Maui in the Maori legend who pulled the North Island of New Zealand from the ocean. Also it is said to bring luck and safety to those traveling over water and traveling.
Meaning Energy: This is represented by a Mania that has a bird like head and fish tale. It some times has a human body. This carving represents the energy of ones spirituality. The carving design is made from many things combined just like a combination of things that make our spirituality.
Meaning Growth: This is shown by the Koru(s) (fern frond) in the centre unfurling. Our lives are like the koru that slowly unfurls as we grow mentally, physically and spiritually; bringing tranquility and peace.
Included is:
Comprehensive step by step piecing and stitching Instructions. Step by step stitch glossary. Full sized pattern pieces. Shopping list of fabrics etc. Suitable for those new to applique. Instructions are for handstitched non-turned Buttonhole stitched applique edging, but instructions for slip stitched turned edges and non-turned machining are given. All instructions include metric and imperial measurements. All prices are in New Zealand dollars. See the exchange rate here
Each individual panel is 12 x 18 cm (5 x 7 inches)
If placed all 3 on one panel then total Size: 66 x 36cm (26 x14 inches)
Each carving has a buttonhole stitched edging and is embellished with a wool edging, reminiscent of the feather edging on Maori cloaks. The designs are also embellished with metallic stitching and beading. All of this can be machine stitched if you wish. Each individual panel is quilted. The actual carving lines are created by easy hand stitching. These applique designs are based on New Zealand Maori Bone Carvings. Each of the above carvings are commonly worn as pendants. Like all Maori design they each tell a story. The meaning or beliefs of the designs can vary between each tribe. The grouping of 3 lines in the actual carving represents bring united: Whanau (family), Hapu (sub-tribe) and Iwi (tribe).
Looking at the top wall hanging photo from left:
Meaning Strength: Represented by the traditional fish hook (Hei-Matau). The strength relating to the strength needed by Maui in the Maori legend who pulled the North Island of New Zealand from the ocean. Also it is said to bring luck and safety to those traveling over water and traveling.
Meaning Energy: This is represented by a Mania that has a bird like head and fish tale. It some times has a human body. This carving represents the energy of ones spirituality. The carving design is made from many things combined just like a combination of things that make our spirituality.
Meaning Growth: This is shown by the Koru(s) (fern frond) in the centre unfurling. Our lives are like the koru that slowly unfurls as we grow mentally, physically and spiritually; bringing tranquility and peace.
Included is:
Comprehensive step by step piecing and stitching Instructions. Step by step stitch glossary. Full sized pattern pieces. Shopping list of fabrics etc. Suitable for those new to applique. Instructions are for handstitched non-turned Buttonhole stitched applique edging, but instructions for slip stitched turned edges and non-turned machining are given. All instructions include metric and imperial measurements. All prices are in New Zealand dollars. See the exchange rate here