Kahoa Kakala A Kahoa Kakala is a special Tongan necklace worn by many at gatherings, celebrations, events and at church. A Kahoa can be made from a wide range of materials, but most importantly, flowers. The Kahoa is presented as a sign beauty and respect and gifted to others to show kindness and ofa (love).… Continue reading Kahoa Kakala
Fijian Masi A Fijian Masi is a treasured taoga in the Fijian culture, made and gifted at important events, weddings, birthdays as well as used as a form of art. Designs and sizes vary and have an important meaning behind each pattern. The making of a Masi is significant and incorporates the connection with… Continue reading Fijian Masi
Ei Katu An Ei Katu is a treasured Cook Islands taoga, made and worn at important events such as weddings, birthdays, haircutting and as an everyday accessory. Designs and sizes vary to fit around your head to ensure everything stays in place and together. The flowers and design of an Ei Katu is dependent… Continue reading Ei Katu
Falelalaga | Fala Pepe Fale – HouseLalalga – Weaving It is a house of weavers where the sacred Measina of Samoa are weaved, designed, revived, preserved and narrated. This fale is guarded by the mauli of our ancestors and controls by the leadership, wisdom and fa’autaga loloto of the Matuau’u and the Ause’epapa. It brings… Continue reading Fala Pepe
Ie Pili Workshops An Ie Pili is a treasured Niue taoga, gifted to individuals at important events such as the birth of a newborn baby, weddings, birthdays, haircutting and ear-piercing ceremonies. Designs and sizes vary, but the aim is to ensure all corners of the sheet and material are prepared for the sewer to… Continue reading Ie Pili
Infant Massage Workshop Traditional massages such as mulu (Niue), fofo (Samoan), fotofota (Tongan) are embedded across many Pacific ethnic specific groups. The benefits of massaging infants includes (but not limited to): Helping baby relax and sleep Encourages interaction between parent and baby Helps with muscle tone and bowel movements Helps the brain develop through touch… Continue reading Infant Massage
