Kaha – Recurved Toki
This is a piece for a strong man who wears his heart on his sleeve, on the inside.
A really cool way to represent a hard exterior and a soft inside by putting the design on the back of the toki.
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The name “Manawa”, meaning “heart” or “courage” in Māori, feels deeply fitting for this toki pendant. The rich, deep green of the pounamu, with its striking dark patterning, speaks of raw power and quiet strength. And the toki itself holds a special place in Māori culture. The toki (adze) was a vital survival tool for…
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Porohita and Toki Wedding Set
These were made for a set of pendants for a wedding of some very good friends of mine. Having two pounamu that are carved from the same stone is a very special thing for a couple. Jade goes through some pretty serious stuff to become what it is today. It is formed when two…
5cm Toki
In the world of Pounamu carvings, each piece holds a narrative, a breath of the land it came from, and the hands that shaped it. Today, we explore a toki with a discreetly crafted hole for the necklace, a testament to both innovation and tradition. The toki, or adze, is a symbol of strength, control,…
Te Mana Toki
Kia ora koutou! Today, I’m thrilled to share the heartfelt journey my daughter and I undertook in crafting a toki pendant from the revered Inanga Pounamu of the Arahura River. Our endeavor was more than a mere carving; it was a profound expression of love and empowerment. “Te Mana Toki” translates to “The Power” in…
Broken Pounamu Repair
This gorgeous taonga had an unfortunate accident. First off this was not my original carving. It appeared to have a twist at the top. There are a variety of thoughts on what it means when a pounmau breaks or is lost, as well as what do do with it. Some say it should be returned…
Classic Toki Set
Large and small toki, a really cool pounamu with interesting designs in it. This set is for some of my whanau. The large one is for one of my uncles, who is turning 50 this year. The smaller one is for one of my cousins who is turning 21 this year.