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First Rulers : Excerpt from an appliqued and embroidered thangka, circa early 20th century Giant Thangkas of Tsurphu Monastery: This site gives extensive information about an applique tradit... Read more

The primary textile associated with Afghanistan is embroidery. At a later update, examples of these will be shown, many of which look like patchwork. Korak (curtain) : This site shows a beau... Read more

A Little Quilt History…The Hawaiian Way : Several pages of history from Quilts Hawaii about the Hawaiian quilting Aloha From Hawaii: Article about Helen Friend, a Hawaiian master quilt artis... Read more

About Molas: Excellent information about molas, including how the quality of a mola is determined. All About Molas and the Kuna Indians: Site gives information about the origin and developme... Read more

2001 Quilt Exhibit Photos: Exhibit at the Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History in Augusta, Georgia. The exhibit combined antique quilts with quilts made by local quilters. African-Americ... Read more

18th Century Emperor’s Hunting Cape: China, Qing Dynasty [1644-1911] Christina’s Craft Mart: Website of a small business owned by Kindergarten teacher Christina Fung who lives in... Read more

Paj Ntaub by Chia Lo Ly Hmong Quilts – Pa Ndau Reflect Hmong History: In-depth explanation of the intricate details of a quilt hanging in the Student Center at California State Univers... Read more

India has a long, rich history of textile design that includes printed fabrics, embroideries, brocades, and quilts and tapestries. Although styles and fabrics vary by region, Indian textile... Read more

18th Centurary Priest’s Robe: Japan, Edo Period [1615-1867] A History of Kimono: Outstanding site giving information about the history of kimonos and close-up views of various styles o... Read more