Association of Partners for Public Lands – Special Times in Special Places
Auction Ends: Oct 28, 2011 09:00 PM EDT

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Arts & Crafts of Hawaii

Item Number
129
Estimated Value
500 USD
Sold
185 USD to betsy0410
Number of Bids
2  -  Bid History

Item Description

Immerse yourself in the arts and crafts of Hawai'i.  This basket includes items that embody the history of ancient times through traditional craft work featuring lauhala weaving from pandanas leaves, and kapa where tree bark is beaten into sheets and adorned with patterns.  Items include locally handmade lauhala items, kapa bark stripper and stamps, and bamboo nose flute.

Inspired to learn more about the beautiful art of lauhala weaving? The story of lauhala and a step by step guide to weaving lauhala bracelets, with weaving materials are also included in the basket.  Beautiful wearable art featuring well known local artist Dietrich Varez depict traditional Hawaiian village life.

In addition, you'll receive the book Ancient Hawaii, and a DVD on Pu'uhonua o HÅA?naunau National Historical Park which will provide an intimate look at one of the most sacred sites in Hawai'i, and a park where cultural demonstrators share their knowledge of these ancient crafts today.

This arts and crafts package includes:

  • Crownless Papale - handmade woven Lauhala hat
  • Nose Flute - handmade Bamboo nose flute
  • ‘Ohe Kipala Stamps - 3 handmade stamps
  • Lauhala Ornaments - handmade woven ornaments (Bird, Fish, Honu
  • Lauhala Bracelets - 2 handmade woven bracelets
  • Kikepa - wrap made with fabric with kapa beater design
  • Lauhala Honu - handmade woven turtle
  • Kapa Bark Stripper - replica of a traditional Hawaiian tool
  • T-shirts - 2 XL shirts with artwork designed by Dietrich Varez
  • How to Weave Lauhala Bracelets, a step-by-step book
  • Kuka‘a – a roll of hala leaf to make your own bracelet
  • Story of Lauhala, a book that tells the history of the lauhala tree and uses
  • Ancient Hawai‘i, a Hawaiian history book
  • A DVD about Pu'uhonua o Honaunau

Item Special Note

After the auction closes the winning bidder will be contacted by Hawai'i Natural History Association to confirm mailing information. All items will be shipped together to one address in the United States.