The Mola or Molas is a hand-made textile that forms part of the traditional women's clothing of the indigenous Guna people from Panama. Their clothing includes a patterned wrapped skirt …

How to Make a Mola from Fabric. Tutorial with step by step instructions. Mola is a traditional form of reverse applique worked by the Kuna Indians of the San Blas Islands off the coast of Panama.

A mola is an appliqued fabric panel created by Cuna women, an indigenous people from the San Blas Islands of Panama. The term “mola” refers to a traditional blouse made by women to …

Mar 20, 2020 · A Mola is a multi-dimensional, multi-layered reverse applique piece, made famous by the Kuna Indians. With my love of reverse applique I decided to make one, and now you …

May 5, 2023 · Mola art developed when Kuna women had access to store bought yard goods. Mola designs are often inspired by modern graphics such as political posters, labels, pictures …

Jan 5, 2025 · Mola art is a vibrant and dynamic textile art form that is deeply rooted in the culture and traditions of the Kuna people. Its significance extends beyond its aesthetic value, serving …

What is a Mola? Molas are simple yoke-type blouses richly decorated by intricate needlework. Mola can mean the blouse that is daily wear for Kuna (sometimes spelled Cuna) women but …

A mola is an appliqued fabric panel created by Cuna women, an indigenous people from the San Blas Islands of Panama. The term "mola" refers to a traditional blouse made by women to …

Aug 23, 2023 · La mola is a textile ode to the soul of the Kunas, a symphony of colour and form. Each piece echoes a thousand-year-old history, a bridge between yesterday and today, and a …

May 25, 2020 · The central part of the mola is often an animal, with geometric symbols around the center. For this workshop you will make your very own mola, although you won’t be using …