Alpara Seed by Rosie Bird has a design repeat size of 8 in. square. Artist Rosie Bird learned painting from her father, aunts and uncles, living among a large community of painters. Alpara is the Anmatyerre word for the rat-tail goosefoot or green crumbweed plant (Dysphania kalpari). The seeds and leaves of this plant make it a very important food and medicinal source. The wonderful hues and dynamic, organic shapes make this multi-colored authentic Aborigine-designed fabric from M&S Textiles ideal for quilting, home decor and wearable art.