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Whānau Taonga
Here at Campbell Carving, I believe pounamu is more than just a beautiful stone; it’s a vessel for stories and a powerful symbol of connection. Today, I want to share a particularly heartwarming project – a family pounamu set crafted from a single piece of pounamu from the South Westland region. I called this Whānau…
3cm Marsden Jade Earrings
Pounamu, also known as New Zealand greenstone or jade, is a gem that holds significant cultural and historical value for the Māori people. Carved into various ornaments, tools, and jewelry, Pounamu has been cherished for generations. Today, we’d like to spotlight a stunning pair of earrings made from a unique type of this greenstone: Marsden…
Te Pūtake o te Manawanui
Te Pūtake o te Manawanui means the source or foundation of inner strength. I chose this name because this taonga speaks directly to resilience that is grown, carried, and lived with over time, especially through challenge. This set was commissioned as a gift for a woman who, along with her whānau, has moved through a…
Cloudy Drop Earrings
Gorgeous and large 7cm drop earrings that really show off the patterns and character of this cloudy pounamu.
