OVERVIEW:
“Ho‘omau: Persistence of the Stitch” is a proposed exhibition for the Honolulu Museum of Art that explores the story of Hawaiian quiltmaking. The exhibition design includes a full invitation suite with badges for staff, guests, and VIPs, along with an RSVP card, save-the-date, main invitation, and envelopes.
RESEARCH:
Hawaiian quiltmaking is a textile tradition that blends introduced Western sewing techniques with Native Hawaiian culture and storytelling. While quilting was brought to Hawai‘i in the 19th century, local makers transformed it into something uniquely their own, especially through the use of symmetrical, folded designs inspired by native plants like ‘ulu, kukui, and lehua. These patterns often carry personal and cultural meaning, connecting to family, place, and history. Beyond being functional, quilts can also serve as records of important moments—like Queen Liliʻuokalani’s quilt made during her imprisonment. Today, Hawaiian quilting continues as a living practice, preserving tradition while also evolving in contemporary ways.
Applications used: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop
