Molas
06-08-2010, 07:52 AM
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Originally Posted by dotcomdtcm
Does anyone make modern molas? Molas are reverse applique made uniquely by the people of the San Blas Islands in Panama.
I wonder if anyone has continued the art.
I wonder if anyone has continued the art.
06-08-2010, 07:53 AM
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Originally Posted by sewcrafty
I'm confused. Is Molas a fabric or technique? Please help!! :lol:
http://www.laurassewingstudio.com has Hmong molas to view.
http://www.crossroadstrade.com has Latina made molas and Hmong. At the site click on "embroidery designs" and scroll way down.
06-08-2010, 07:55 AM
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06-08-2010, 09:18 PM
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Molas are the actual block made with reverse applique. They are made by the Kuna Indians of the San Blas islands near Panama. The Hmong people of Laos also do reverse applique needlework but they are not called molas.
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