Susan Striker
Mola Bible Stories
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( Jan. 20, 2018)
Molas are made by the Kuna Indians of the San Blas Islands of Panama. Kuna girls start to make Molas when they are five or six years of age. They learn from their mothers, grandmothers and aunts who spend many hours each day sewing fine Molas. Molas are made with several layers of different colored cloth. The top layer in cut, turned under and stitched to reveal the color or pattern underneath. Fine details are embroidered on top. Each Mola becomes the front or back of a blouse, which is proudly worn by its maker. Inspiration may come from the surrounding sea or jungle, or it may come from images outside the Kuna village. Airplanes, cars, cartoon figures, religion, advertising and letters and words are just some of the many things that have sparked the imagination of these creative women. Molas now are seen on pillows and wall hangings and are prized by collectors throughout the world. The Smithsonian Institute now is sponsoring a traveling exhibit of Molas.
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