I just had to include this book in my Christmas wish list. Pacific Pattern
by Susanne Kuchler and Graeme Were is a beautiful book especially for weavers
and textiles artists.In true ‘pacific colour’ the authors review the history
of the Pacific, the techniques of fibre and fabric and it’s cultural relevance
to the people. Historic photos accompany beautiful contemporary photos of the
arts.Although tatooing and other body decorative arts are included, there is
much more on weaving, quilting and tapa. The bibliography is packed with futher
references – so I am so happy.

I always feel that the Pacific region is very quiet about it’s rich cultural
heritage and we (in Australia) are not exposed to it very much even though many
migrants come from the Pacific. Perhaps its just that I walk around ignoring
things until its ‘all about weaving’! Anyway, the book is very special.