Under the Kōwhai Tree

12/06/2026

🌿 Link in bio, whānau 🌿

Handcrafted taonga made with aroha in Kerikeri, inspired by Te Ao Māori and created to honour whakapapa, strength, and connection.

Ngā mihi nui for supporting my small Māori-owned business. 💛🍃

07/06/2026

🦋HEI TIKI – PŪREREHUA
Transformation • Growth • Renewal

This handcrafted Hei Tiki draws inspiration from the pūrerehua (butterfly), a symbol of transformation, growth, and new beginnings. Combined with the strength and protection of the Hei Tiki, this taonga represents the journey of becoming — embracing change, overcoming challenges, and flourishing into your true self.

Crafted with aroha, it serves as a reminder that growth often comes through life’s greatest transformations.

07/06/2026

06/06/2026

🌿 WE ARE NOW LIVE 🌿

After months of dreaming, creating, learning, and pouring aroha into every detail, Under The Kōwhai Tree is officially open.

Handcrafted Hei Tiki and Native Tipu taonga inspired by Aotearoa, our culture, and the stories that connect us.

Shop now:
under-the-kowhai-tree.myshopify.com

This is only the beginning. New taonga, new collections, and new creations are already in the works, so keep your eyes on our page and follow along on the journey.

Nau mai, haere mai.
Welcome.

Ngā mihi nui,
Under The Kōwhai Tree 🌿

Under the Kōwhai Tree

16/05/2026

🌿 Behind Under The Kōwhai Tree 🌿

Every piece created under the kōwhai tree carries a story of connection — to whenua, whakapapa, culture, and creativity.

Inspired by Te Ao Māori and the natural beauty of Aotearoa, each taonga is handcrafted with aroha from my small home studio in Kerikeri, Northland ✨

More collections are coming soon…

Hei Tiki • Native Tipu • Kākahu • Rangatiratanga

13/05/2026

🌿 COMING SOON 🌿

Under The Kōwhai Tree is preparing something special…

Handcrafted taonga inspired by Aotearoa, Te Ao Māori, and native tipu ✨

The new online store launches soon 🤎

Hei Tiki • Kākahu • Rangatiratanga • Native Tipu

09/02/2026

🌿What an incredible week at Waitangi with Under The Kōwhai Tree. My heart is so full.

🕊️We met so many beautiful souls from all around the world, and heard some truly courageous stories from our indigenous whānau of Hawai‘i, Canada, the American Indians, Australia and of course our own people here at home. Those connections, the kōrero, the laughter, and the shared strength are what made this week so special.

🌿It was an honour to be there, sharing my handmade clay hei tiki, earrings, and creations inspired by our native taonga.

🕊️A massive THANK YOU to everyone who came along, stopped by the stall, shared a story, made a purchase, or simply showed support. It truly means the world to a small business like mine. We had an awesome week, and I’m so grateful to be part of such a powerful kaupapa.

🌿And a very special thank you to my amazing hubby for all your help, support, and hard work behind the scenes. I couldn’t have done it without you.

🕊️Ngā mihi nui

Under The Kōwhai Tree 💛