the stone carries its own whakapapa
symbolising the beauty of difference and unity within te ao Māori
00 Sleeve length from center back
🔹 Meaning: Represents cycles
this curved toki carries both story and mauri (life force)
Kaiaua Onewa Toki (Adze)– Crafted by Hemi midweight fleece the stone carries its ownKaiaua Onewa Toki (Adze) This Kaiaua Onewa Toki is a taonga of strength, leadership, and grounded energy. Hand carved by 16 year old Mori artist Hemi Smiler Smith, it honours the tradition of the toki (adze), a symbol of determination, resilience, and the ability to shape one's own path. Traditionally, the toki was used not only for carving and building but also represented wisdom, authority, and achievement. Crafted from genuine Kaiaua Onewa, this