Kumu Kaulana's Halau

 

Kumu Kaulana’s (Celebration) Halau

Ku’uipo (Sweetheart), Kealani (White Heaven), Lihi (Little Sister)

Birth Date: ‘Aukake 30, 2021 (8-30-21)

Kumu Kaulana’s Hula chants perpetuate Mana (spiritual energy), Ao (light) and Aloha (love).

The sacred drumming of the Ipu Heke (double gourd) echoes across the 'Aina (land) as Kumu Kaulana (Celebration) chants and calls upon the Akuas (spirits).

E Hō Mai

Ka ‘ike mai luna mai ē

I nā mea huna no'eau

O nā mele ē

E hō mai, e hō mai, e hō mai ē

Grant us knowledge from above

The knowledge hidden in the chants

Grant us. Grant us. Grant us these things.

The Kaona (hidden meaning) enhances the mystic of Oli (chant) and Hula. The knowledge and traditional practices have been passed on for generations within Kumu Kaulana’s Hula lineage.

In her Halau (hula school), Kumu (teacher) Kaulana passes on and teaches this source of knowledge to the Olapas (dancers). Her Olapas are Kumu’s daughter Ku’uipo and her Kaukinis (cousins) Kealani, the Haole (white) girl and Lihi.

Hula and Oli come from the heart. They mirror the beauty of nature and radiate Aloha.

Kea He Makani O Aloha.

The gentle wafting breeze of love.

Kumu Kaulana, Ku’uipo, Kealani and Lihi beckon you to allow

the spirit of Aloha to shine from your Soul!

The sacred chant and drumming of Kumu Kaulana’s Ipu Heke echoes across the 'Aina (land) as Ku’uipo, Kealani and Lihi dance with the Akuas (spirits) of the Island.

With honesty, kindness, humbleness and in harmony with their true selfs,

Kumu Kaulana, Ku’uipo, Kealani and Lihi truly live in the spirit of Aloha.

Ku’uipo, Kealani and Lihi just love dancing the Hula! The graceful movements of their hands and bodies tell stories about the wonders of nature, the creation of the world and the traditions of the Hawaiian people.

The harmony of Ipu Heke, chant and Hula attunes to spirit and gladdens the heart.

Hawaiian gourds grow on a vine. Kumu Kaulana picked 2 of the most beautiful ones for her Ipu Heke (double gourd). She cleaned and polished them, put them together and wrapped a Kukui Nut lei around the center.
Kumu Kaulana blessed the Ipu with Hawaiian salt and special prayers. The Ipu Heke is sacred now. Only Kumu Kaulana is allowed to touch it. The Ipu Heke is a manifestation and Kinolau (body form) of Lono, the Hawaiian God of Peace.

Kumu Kaulana, Ku’uipo, Kealani and Lihi wear matching costumes: double red and white Pa’u skirts, tops and panties with a Hibiscut flower design. A Kukui Nut necklace adorns their necks.

The green feather leis around their heads, wrists, and ankles are made for the Ali’i (royalty) and believed to link to the divine.

Kumu Kaulana has black and grey streaked hair.

Ku’uipo has curly black hair.

Kealani, the little Haole girl, has straight brown hair.

Lihi has blue eyes and straight black hair.

Kumu Kaulana is a 10” tall cloth doll. Ku’uipo, Kealani and Lihi are 7” tall. They were individually handcrafted on the Big Island of Hawaii with the greatest love and respect for all that is Hawaii. The bodies are made out of doll skin, stuffed with high quality poly fill and wired for flexibility. The eyes and mouths are intricately embroidered onto the face giving each doll a unique personality. All accessories were individually hand crafted.

Kumu Kaulana, Ku’uipo, Kealani and Lihi are not dress up dolls. All clothing and accessories are sewn and/or glued onto them except for their Pa’u skirts 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!

Kumu Kaulana, Ku’uipo, Kealani and Lihi are one of a kind Hawaiian Art Dolls and come with a booklet and certificate of authenticity. They are collector’s items bringing you the spiritual power of Hawaii.

Every bit of Kumu Kaulana, Ku’uipo, Kealani and Lihi has been lovingly handcrafted to create new friends who will last a lifetime.

Kumu Kaulana, Ku’uipo, Kealani and Lihi are ready to be your new friends and 

chant and dance their way into your heart.

Kumu Kaulana’s, Ku’uipo’s, Kealani’s and Lihi’s Oli and Hula reflect Ao and Aloha.

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Under the Magical Ohia Tree

 

One of a Kind Magical Hawaiian Ohia Theme Nativity Scene

Ho'ano Ohana - The Holy Family

Malia, Iesu, Iokepa, Pueo, Honu and Pua'a

The Ho’ano Ohana enhances the Christmas spirit with their enchanting grace. 

They also can be placed as a centerpiece and embrace your home 

with the Aloha spirit of Hawaii all year long.

Standing in a coconut crèche under the shade of the blooming Hawaiian Ohia Tree, Malia (Virgin Mary) lovingly watches over her baby Iesu (Jesus), who is contently nestled in his nut cradle.

Iokepa (Joseph) blows his Pu (conch shell) in the 4 sacred directions to announce the birth of Iesu, the greatest of all blessings.

Iesu, Malia, Iokepa and the coconut crèche are wearing red, green and yellow halos of the Hawaiian Hulu (feather), which is believed to link to the divine.

Blooming with Lehua flowers, two Ohia Trees spread their Aloha throughout the coconut crèche.

Pua'a, the pig, Honu, the turtle and Pueo, the owl have gathered to adore the sweet baby.

In the Aloha spirit of Hawaii, the dolls, animals, coconut cradle and accessories were intricately handcrafted with the greatest love and respect for this sacred event

Malia and Iokepa are about 3” tall fitting in the palm of your hand. The bodies are made out of stretch cotton and wired for flexibility. Iesu is about 3/4" tall. The eyes and mouth are intricately embroidered onto their faces. Malia, Iokepa and Iesu have tiny little hands and feet, ears, buttocks, and belly buttons.

Pueo, Honu and Pua'a are partially crocheted and sewn out of faux fur.

The coconut for the crèche was selected from palm trees at Punalu’u Black Sands Beach. It is hand carved, sanded, polished and fit to a custom pine wood base. The top is adorned with a shining silver sea star.

All dolls, animals and accessories are pinned and or glued to the coconut crèche.

All accessories were individually handcrafted.

Doll care: Gently brush the dolls, their clothing and accessories with a soft dry toothbrush to remove dust. Always brush the faces and bodies upwards towards the hair.

Malia, Iesu, Iokepa, Pueo, Honu and Pua'a are one of a kind collectible display dolls handcrafted by Hawaiian Dolls.

Treat yourself to this Holy Ohana 

and bring the Aloha spirit of the Islands to your home!

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