Multi-Coloured Harakeke Kete with Pounamu Taonga

A radiant fusion of tradition and contemporary design, this handcrafted Kete is woven from multi-coloured harakeke (New Zealand flax), each strand selected to reflect the vibrancy of whenua and whakapapa. The basket’s form is both functional and symbolic—a vessel of knowledge, connection, and care.

Features:
Handles: Twisted from Muka, the softened fibre of harakeke, offering strength and a silky tactile finish that speaks to ancestral technique and patience.

Cord: A sleek, black plaited wax cord threads through the Kete, adjustable in length to suit wearers of all ages and styles.

Pounamu: Nestled within or paired alongside the Kete is genuine New Zealand Pounamu, its deep green hues grounding the piece in the sacred rivers and mountains of Te Waipounamu. Each stone carries its own Wairua, enhancing the Kete’s spiritual resonance.

Packaging: Presented in a black leather-bound box with a pristine white inner pad, the Kete rests like a treasure awaiting discovery. The contrast of textures—leather, muka, flax, and stone—creates a sensory experience that begins before the Kete is even touched.

Blessing: This kete has been blessed by its creator, Addie Wainohu—weaver, carver, and cultural educator. Her karakia imbues the piece with protection, intention, and aroha.