Large Toki Kete Poro means to be cut

Poro means to be cut off  or trimmed and Kowhai means yellow

Ara Karaka speaks of the orange path shown in this weave

The piu that have come away are not lost—they are reconnected through the whiri/plait

and has been created in the style of takitahi with striped diagonal bands

This piece is created using fresh harakeke harvested from Koutu on the shores of Lake Rotorua and was woven during Matariki

Large Toki Kete Poro means to be cutThis large toki has been created using pounamu collected from Tkaka. Toki is carried as a symbol of power. However, Toki Pounamu are typically given to symbolize perseverance, dedication, bravery, and success, which honors the link between the past and the present. Measurements: Width: 4. 5 cm Length: 10 cm