Toki Pikorua

There is a profound narrative captured within the contours of a Pounamu toki, one that speaks to the heart of Aotearoa’s cultural heritage and the land’s natural beauty. Today, we introduce ‘Waiora Whānau,’ a name that embodies the vitality and community represented by a specially crafted 6 cm toki made from kawa kawa pounamu. This…

The patterning on this Kawakawa pounamu is beautiful, the grain of the pounamu really stands out as it has been cut across the layers that make it up. I made this toki for a good friend of mine. It is really nice to be able to make and gift an item that holds significant value…

Traditional inganga toki, about 8cm long. I really like the character the seams and healed fractures add to this piece. They look really good with the honey coloured lashing too. It is always interesting to see the transformation from a rough block of pounamu into the finished toki.

Kia ora, friends. Sometimes you need to create something just because your hands itch to do so, you know? That’s how I felt the other day. I found myself with a beautiful piece of kawakawa pounamu, and all of a sudden, I could see its true shape waiting to come out. This toki (adze) design…

I had the honour of carving this 7cm Samoan-inspired Toki from beautiful Kawakawa Pounamu, sourced from the Arahura River. This piece is a heartfelt and meaningful gift, rich with symbolism, for a man who carries the strength and pride of both Samoan and Māori cultures. This Toki features five spearheads carved down the middle, representing…