Handwoven Kete Whakairo - Papakirango Kiwiana Their work reflects their belief

Their work reflects their belief in the power of art to make a meaningful impact

Avoid contact with your eyes

and lapis lazuli knotted on natural silk thread

a connection between her Maori and Pakeha lineage

Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

Handwoven Kete Whakairo - Papakirango Kiwiana Their work reflects their beliefThis stunning kete whakairo is handmade by contemporary Ngi Tahu textile artist Alice Spittle. It has been handwoven using traditional techniques with muka fibre extracted from Aotearoa NZ harakeke flax. The kete features the distinct papakirango geometric pattern. This intricate, diagonal diamond design is highly valued for its striking appearance and symbolic meaning of protection and warding off negative forces. Woven expertly using taki rua