Earrings Gold, Tāniko II Tino Rangatiratanga the straps are made to

the straps are made to tie at the shoulder and the neckline is gathered

✔ 100% cotton

and each of them is connected to the afflictions of winter including frost

The first Hei Tiki is believed to have been owned by Hine-te-iwaiwa

Earrings Gold, Tāniko II Tino Rangatiratanga the straps are made toDesign meaning: Tniko, is a uniquely Mori variation of whatu (twining) and was used to weave the colourful, intricate borders of Cloaks. In Cloak making, Tniko was used only for borders since the weave is too stiff to suit entire garments. Tniko is also used to make Pari (bodices), tipare (head bands), Tapeka (sashes), Ttua (belts) and taonga whakapaipai (jewellery). Tniko designs express histories, ideas and values important in Te Ao Maori (The Maori