The Lauhala Experiment Pt. 1

For Anthropology class, I had to observe a group, then write a paper. I chose a group of Lauhala weavers (plaiting if you prefer) and got to experience some lauhala culture first hand.

Day 1: My first visit, and works in progress.
the workspace.

a round mat in progress. These strands are so tiny in width!

A roll of prepared leaves, and some straightened leaves, ready to cut into strips. See the metal blade on the right? It is very thick and very heavy, great for flattening leaves, same way you curl ribbon, but think of it as getting the curl out.

Aloha!
Su

Etsy Shop Down, temporary setback.

Ok, so all my listings expired, and I've been busy being distracted by school. Here is a rundown on what is still in stock but has been relegated to my expired listings. Email me if anything catches your fancy!

Aloha,
~Su

Garnet Crystal Wrapped Hoop Earrings $16.99 USD


Olivine czech glass and spiral PIKO $13.99 USD


Mahealani - Crystal and Shell Earrings with silver PIKO swirl $18.99 USD

Ipu Heke - Peacock Freshwater Pearl Necklace $16.99 USD

Ipu Heke -Peacock Freshwater Pearl Earrings $18.99 USD

Crystal Blue Waters, Golden Sandy Beaches $24.00 USD


Summer Day Hoop Earrings - Wire Wrapped Glass and Sterling Silver $18.00 USD


Delicate Rose Quartz Hearts Rosary $28.00 USD

Loko I'a - Aqua Czech Glass and Sterling Silver Dangle Hoops $18.00 USD

Simple, in blue, earrings 8.00 USD

Rosary - Pretty Little Green Hearts $38.00 USD

Ka Maile - Olivine Swarovski Crystal and Gold Filled Leaves Earrings $48.50 USD

Poppet #2, finally

Kat/Pink says, "Welcome Violet!"

New Cute Things

I finally got around to listing more things in my shop:

Tiny yellow flower earrings...


Pretty moon and star earrings....


And Ipu Heke, in necklace and earrings!


Enjoy!

Aloha,
~Su

{this moment} 2

Adopted from SouleMama's weekly ritual:

{this moment} – "A Friday ritual. A single photo – no words – capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. If you’re inspired to do the same, leave a link to your ‘moment’ in the comments for all to find and see."

Ko`olau Mountain Range, Kane`ohe, O`ahu, Hawai`i

Enjoy! ~Su