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Henderson
Intermediate School ~ Tivaevae Quilts |
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They started with drawings and paper cutout techniques inspired by original Cook Island tivaevae quilts and Matisse's cut paper panels. These were developed into individual pieces, similiar in scale and imagery to traditional pillow cases. The material shapes are appliqued on using handstitching (blanket,chain and stemstitch are predominantly used) and images are of the flora and fauna of the Pacific. The two quilts/wall hangings were made by the students and a group of mothers at a working day at the school. Traditionally, pieces are produced collaboratively with a group sitting around their quilts cutting and stitching.The quilts were gifted to the school by the artist and team of women and students in a ceremony and they are now on display in the school hall. The project was organised by Lopdell House,Titirangi and funded by Creative Communities, New Zealand. |
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