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Te Rito - National Weaving School

Te Rito, named after the baby shoot at the heart of the flax bush, was built in 1994. At this school, male and female students have the honour of learning traditional Māori weaving techniques, as taught by experienced tutors. This tohu is for 2 years and is 40 hours per week, 47 weeks of the year. 

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Kete Whakairo - 4908TE

Kete whakairo are woven flax bags of a finer quality than the general utilitarian kete. They are normally made from prepared strips of flax and/or kiekie, some of which have been dyed. Kete whakairo may also feature geometric designs.

Material: Harakeke & Muka

Measurements: 340mm x 175mm
$350.00

Kete Whakairo - 4909TE

Kete whakairo are woven flax bags of a finer quality than the general utilitarian kete. They are normally made from prepared strips of flax and/or kiekie, some of which have been dyed. Kete whakairo may also feature geometric designs.

Material: Harakeke & Muka

Measurements: 370mm x 176mm x 80mm
$350.00

Maro - 4905TE

The maro is a frontal apron tied around the waist and is a traditional garment that is worn by both men and woman. This maro has been fashioned with strands of muka fibre within the flax.

Material: Harakeke & Muka

Measurements: 680mm x 480mm

$1,395.00

Maro & Neck Piece Set - 4907TE

The maro is a frontal apron tied around the waist and is a traditional garment that is worn by both men and woman. This maro has been fashioned with strands of muka fibre within the flax.

Maro

Material: Harakeke & Muka

Measurements: 550mm x 470mm

Neck Piece

Material: Harakeke & Muka

Measurements: 450mm x 180mm
$1,750.00

Kete Whakairo - 5094LW

Kete whakairo are woven flax bags of a finer quality than the general utilitarian kete. They are normally made from prepared strips of flax and/or kiekie, some of which have been dyed. Kete whakairo may also feature geometric designs.

Material: Harakeke & Muka

Measurements: 270mm x 240mm
$160.00

Kete Whakairo - 6657AM

Kete whakairo are woven flax bags of a finer quality than the general utilitarian kete. They are normally made from prepared strips of flax and/or kiekie, some of which have been dyed. Kete whakairo may also feature geometric designs.

Material: Harakeke & Muka

Measurements: 230mm x 190mm
$360.00

Kete Whakairo - 6756LW

Kete whakairo are woven flax bags of a finer quality than the general utilitarian kete. They are normally made from prepared strips of flax and/or kiekie, some of which have been dyed. Kete whakairo may also feature geometric designs.

Material: Harakeke & Muka

Measurements: 370mm x 220mm
$260.00

Kete Whakairo - 6757SK

Kete whakairo are woven flax bags of a finer quality than the general utilitarian kete. They are normally made from prepared strips of flax and/or kiekie, some of which have been dyed. Kete whakairo may also feature geometric designs.

Material: Harakeke & Muka

Measurements: 290mm x 200mm
$290.00

Kete Whakairo - 6759AF

Kete whakairo are woven flax bags of a finer quality than the general utilitarian kete. They are normally made from prepared strips of flax and/or kiekie, some of which have been dyed. Kete whakairo may also feature geometric designs.

Material: Harakeke & Muka

Measurements: 450mm x 200mm
$340.00

Tukutuku (Contemporary) - 2747AM

Tukutuku is a type of ornamental weaving using reed lattice work rather than threads. It is used mainly to adorn the inside walls of wharenui (meeting houses).

Material: Hardboard, Strapping & Acrylic Paint

Measurements: 350mm x 670mm
$690.00

Kete Whakairo - 5175AM

Kete whakairo are woven flax bags of a finer quality than the general utilitarian kete. They are normally made from prepared strips of flax and/or kiekie, some of which have been dyed. Kete whakairo may also feature geometric designs.

Material: Harakeke

Measurements: 250mm x 170mm
$470.00

Kete Whakairo - 4865HM

Kete whakairo are woven flax bags of a finer quality than the general utilitarian kete. They are normally made from prepared strips of flax and/or kiekie, some of which have been dyed. Kete whakairo may also feature geometric designs. Material: Harakeke.

Material: Harakeke & Muka

Measurements: 360mm x 220mm
$690.00