Pā Harakeke OG with Laptop Case
Kōrero - story: Niho Taniwha & Pātiki Tāniko pattern attributed to Whakapapa & Whānau
Te Awhinatia me te Manaakitanga ia tātou katoa
Product Description: Pattern laser designed on front and back, roomy Tote style bag, shoulder carry handle, INCLUDES: Laptop Case soft touch pouch with zipper closure matching Tāniko pattern (both sides) as Tote bag
Translation
Pā Harakeke - Flax Bush / Generations, a metaphor used to represent family
Pēke - Bag, Nui - Big
Niho Taniwha - Traditional Māori pattern found in Tāniko and Tukutuku (ornamental lattice work) often depicted as a series of triangular shapes representing lineage & connection to the Gods & symbolises guardianship, strength & unity
Pātiki - Traditional Māori pattern, the shape is based on the lozenge or diamond shape of the flounder (flat fish) symbolising hospitality, to provide for
Tāniko - Finger Weave / Pattern found on borders of cloaks
Whakapapa - Genealogy, lineage, Whānau - Family
Te awhinatia me te manaakitanga ia tātou katoa - To support & show kindness towards each other
Care & Storage Instructions on Info Page