The surrealistic Out-takes (detail: left) was inspired by the Blue Hawaii movie, in which the charismatic Elvis Presley starred.

Because of Blue Hawaii's overwhelming box office success, it began a series of “formula” movies. These movies featured Elvis, a beautiful leading lady, and inspirational panoramic views. The formula movies pretty much ended the critical success of Elvis

Presley’s acting career, although he was a gifted natural actor.

Out-takes was designed by making several to-scale drawings. Many difficult techniques, including piecing, applique, machine embroidery (manipulated and resident), trapunto, pantographing, and machine quilting were used. Materials included crystals and fabric paint, as well as textiles (some Hawaiian) and specialty threads, such as holograph, metallic, invisible, and variegated varieties.