Pounamu Tui

These are a set of Pounamu Hoi, Waka Paddles.  Hoi are an integral part of a waka (canoe) and the team that man that waka. They are a strong symbolic representation of a united team that is all putting in their effort to move the ‘waka’ towards a goal. A Hoi would be given to…

I have the immense pleasure of sharing a story that is as speical as it is meaningful. It is the tale of a Taonga Pounamu, carved from the heart of South Westland, New Zealand, and carved into a symbol that carries the weight of centuries-old wisdom – the Three Baskets of Knowledge. This unique piece…

This is a pounamu that is part of a larger set. The set was made for a childrens book that my wife created. There is one pounamu for each page of the book. The main page for this is called Sand in my toes salt in my nose and you can see all the artwork and pounamu…

I’m absolutely stoked to unveil this creation, the Triangle Breast Plate Pounamu. I’ve spent a lot of time carving this beauty out of deep green Kawa Kawa Pounamu and stringing it together with white cord using the ring bolt lashing method. To me, a triangle isn’t just a shape with three corners and three sides….

This piece was made as a replica to replace a lost pounamu. It was a special one that came from her father so she really wanted a new one.

I really value having an adjustable cord for a Pounamu pendant.  It means I can take it on and off easily for sport, sleeping, swapping jewellery, etc.  I always put it in a safe place near where I sleep though. [kad_youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PEv86ls3Fek” ] It also is good for gifts as then they recipient can choose…