Magical Hawaiian Menehune Dolls: Hunters of Aloha

Saturday, April 10, 2021

Hunters of Aloha

Malama, the Caretaker and Pua’a, the Pig

Hunters of Aloha

Birthdate: ‘Apelila 10, 2021 (04/10/21)

Learn to be aware and watchful like Malama and Pua’a!

Let their Mana (spiritual energy) of strength, courage and Aloha flow into you.

Malama, the caretaker and Pua’a, the pig are Hunters of Aloha and the Menehune’s guardians. Together they walk fearlessly through the beautiful forest in the Kaiholena Mountains watching for dangers and threats to their beloved Ohana (family).

Malama, carrying his Ihe (spear), and Pua’a with his tusks are always ready

to protect their loved ones and shield them in a safe cloud of Aloha.

Pua’a is Malama’s Aumakua (Guardian Spirit). Malama and Pua’a are so closely connected that they have become inseparable friends.

Malama and Pua'a honor Kamapua'a, the Hawaiian Pig God, who was the protector of the pigs and cascading waterfalls bestowing abundant growth to the lands of

"Kauhale o Kamapua`a

Wehiwehi i ka nahele

Ka uhi pa`a ka noe

Me anuenue i ke awawa

Home of Kamapua`a

Adorned with growth

Covered with mist

With rainbows in the valley"

According to Hawaiian legend, Kamapua’a was born on the island of Oahu. Kamapua’a had superhuman powers and was often referred to as Pua’a Akua (Hog God). As a kupua (demigod) he could change at will from a handsome loveable man to a destructive hog.

Pele, Hawaiian Volcano Goddess, and Kamapua’a were once lovers. Their romance didn’t last very long and soon turned into competitive battles, in which Kamapua’a unsuccessfully tried to extinguish Pele’s flame.

Many formations around the islands are considered evidence of the fierce battles between Pele and Kamapua’a. Eventually, Pele granted Kamapua’a to reign in the rainforests of Kohala, Hamakua and Hilo.
Kamapua’a became protector of the pigs and the cascading waterfalls bestowing abundant growth to the lands of Hawaii.

Malama’s Kuku (grandfather) helped him to make his Ihe (spear) out of wood. The top of the Ihe is surrounded by Ti leaves and a yellow feather lei for purification and protection. When the Ihe was finished Malama and his Kuku blessed it with a prayer and salt water from the Pacific Ocean.

Malama’s Tutu (grandmother) sewed his green lava lava (wraparound) with a Hapu (fern) design and crocheted green underwear. The color green is associated with magic, growth and harmony. As an added blessing and for protection Tutu lovingly wove a Maile lei and crafted a tusk amulet and a hair stick for Malama. Maile is the lei of eternal love.
She stuck a Plumeria flower behind Pua’a’s ear.
All these things were Tutu’s and Kuku's sacred gifts of Aloha to their beloved Mo’opuna Kane (grandson).

Malama and Pua’a were individually handcrafted on the Big Island of Hawaii with the greatest love and respect for all that is Hawaii.

Malama is a 10” tall cloth doll. The body is made out of doll skin, stuffed with high quality poly fill and wired for flexibility. The eyes and mouth are intricately embroidered onto the face giving the doll a unique personality.

Pua’a is about 3” tall fitting in the palm of your hand. The body is made out of black synthetic fur. The tusks are made out of clay.
All accessories were individually hand crafted.

Malama is not dress up dolls. All clothing and accessories are sewn and/or glued onto him, except for his Ihe which can be removed.
Doll care: Gently brush the dolls and their clothing with a soft toothbrush to remove dust. Always brush the faces and bodies upwards towards the hair. Do not brush the hair!

Malama and Pua’a are one of a kind Hawaiian Art Dolls and come with a booklet and certificate of authenticity. They are collector’s item bringing you the spiritual power of Hawaii.

Every bit of Malama and Pua’a has been lovingly handcrafted to create new friends who will last a lifetime.