Hawaiian Ocean Theme Nativity Scene

Ho'ano Ohana - The Holy Family

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

Birth Date: Kekemapa 24, 2017 (12-24-17)

Standing in a precious coconut crèche 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 a halo of the Hawaiian Hulu (feather) lei, which is believed to link to the divine. 2 Tiki torches spread their light and warmth throughout the coconut crèche.
Pua'a, the pig, Honu, the turtle and Pueo, the owl have gathered to adore the sweet baby.

In the spirit of Hawaii, the dolls, animals, coconut crèche 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's and Honu's bodies have been sewn out of faux fur and partially crocheted with embroidery thread. Pua'a was sewn out of faux fur.
All dolls and animals are pinned and or glued to the coconut crèche.
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 coconut husk base.
All accessories were individually handcrafted.

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

Treat yourself to this Holy Ohana (family)

and bring the spirit of the Islands to your home!

Available on Etsy

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or contact: menehunebabies@gmail.com

Opua, Dancing with the Wind

Opua (Cloud), the Hula Dancer

Birth Date: Kekemapa 8, 2017 (12/08/17)

Aloha Mai

I come with love.

Opua's Hula honors the miracle of life.

Join her in a celebration of life’s joys and abundance!

As the clouds move to the rhythm of the winds, so does Opua dance in harmony with the Mana (spiritual energy) of the Universe.
Celebrating the glorious magnificence of life, Opua dances the ancient Hawaiian Kahiko Hula.
In the Aloha (compassion) spirit, the Lōkahi (unity) spirit, and the Pono (righteousness) spirit, Opua's dance honors the gods, tells stories about Aumakuas (ancestral guardians), the sacredness of life and respect for all of nature.

Opua's Hula attunes us to spirit and gladdens the heart.

Opua's Tutu (grandmother) is her Kumu Hula (Hula Teacher). She taught her the powerful movements of the Kahiko Hula.

Tutu wove her Mana and Aloha into Opua's beautiful wrist and head leis. Tutu sewed a red Aloha dress and matching pants and wove a green grass skirt for Opua. Last Tutu adorned Opua's hair with a beautiful white Plumeria flower and wrapped a conch shell necklace around her neck.

Opua is a 10” tall cloth doll who was individually handcrafted on the Big Island of Hawaii with the greatest love and respect for all that is Hawaii. Her body is made out of doll skin and stuffed with high quality poly fill. The body is wired for flexibility. The eyes and mouth are intricately embroidered onto the face. All accessories are individually hand crafted.

Opua is a one of a kind Hawaiian Art Doll. Every bit of her has been lovingly handcrafted, to create a new friend who will last a lifetime.

Opua’s Mana reflects the spirit of Hawaii.

She is ready to be your new friend and dance her way into your heart.

Welcome to the enchanting world of Huggable Menehune Dolls!

Huggable Menehune Dolls are made for the young at heart and meant to bring their magic into your and your children's life (6 years and older).
Huggable Menehune Dolls are adorable and lovable little creatures. If you hanai (adopt) them, love them and take care of them, they will reward you with their unconditional Aloha (love).
Each doll is an original design and comes with a booklet and a certificate of authenticity.

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Hoku, the Guardian Angel

Hoku (Star), the Guardian Angel

Birthdate: Nowemapa 26, 2017 (11/26/17)

Welcome Hoku as your guardian angel!

She is devoted to protecting and guiding you on your life’s journey.

The sacred rhythm of the Ipu echoes across the ‘Aina (land) calling Hoku, the Menehune Guardian Angel to earth. Hoku is named after the brightly shining stars in her home Lanikeha, the high sky.

Hoku carries a candle in her sacred Hawaiian Ipu (gourd), which invokes blessings of the divine. The heavenly light of Hoku’s candle illuminates the paths of the Menehune’s lives on earth.

The Menehunes know Hoku always watches over them enlightening their lives with her angelic presence. Hearing the divine drumming of the Ipu in the distance, the Menehunes sense that Hoku is near. Sometimes she allows them a glance at the heavenly glow of her Ipu candle or a glimpse of her angelic white feather wings passing by to remind them how brightly the Aloha spirit is shining from their own souls. All they have to do is call and Hoku appears offering her wisdom and guidance.

Protected by Kanaka, the Hunter of Aloha and Pua'a, the Pig, Hoku often rests in the serene Hawaiian Ohia forest, worshipping the beautiful world around her. She never tires of rejoicing in the abundant splendor of nature.

Hoku wears a blue dress with white stars and a star crystal in the front, a blue Plumeria flower in her hair, blue crocheted panties and matching shoes. 

She is holding a white Pupu (shell) with a candle in her hands.

The angel wings are crafted out of real white feathers.

Hoku is about 4” tall, fitting in the palm of your hand. The body is made out of stretch cotton and wired for flexibility. The eyes and mouth are intricately embroidered onto the face. Hoku has tiny little hands and feet, ears, buttocks, and a belly button.  All accessories were individually handcrafted.

Hoku is a one of a kind display doll handcrafted by Hawaiian Dolls. She is a collector’s item bringing you the spiritual power of Hawaii. Hoku comes with her story and a certificate of authenticity.

Hoku is ready to be your new friend and shine her way into your heart.

Hoku’s Mana (spiritual energy) radiates unconditional Aloha.

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Aupana, the Hula Dancer

Aupana (Rhythm)), the Hula Dancer

Birth Date: Novemapa 14, 2017 (11/14/17)

Aloha Mai

I come with love.

Aupana's Hula honors the miracle of life.

Join her in a celebration of life’s joys and abundance!

Celebrating the glorious magnificence of life, Aupana dances the ancient Hawaiian Kahiko Hula in harmony to the rhythm of her Ipu (gourd). Often her brother, 'Amakihi, accompanies her dance with his Ukulele.

In the Aloha (compassion) spirit, the Lōkahi (unity) spirit, and the Pono (righteousness) spirit, Aupana's dance honors the gods, tells stories about Aumakuas (ancestral guardians), the sacredness of life and respect for all of nature.
The sounds of Aupana's Ipu enhance the rhythm and add excitement to her dance.

Aupana's Hula attunes us to spirit and gladdens the heart.

Aupana's Tutu (grandmother) is her Kumu Hula (Hula Teacher). She taught her the powerful movements of the Kahiko Hula.
Ipus grow on a vine. Tutu picked the most beautiful one for her beloved Mo'opuna (Granddaughter). She cleaned, polished and decorated it with a crystal.
Then Tutu blessed the Ipu with Hawaiian salt and special prayers. The Ipu is sacred now. It was created for Aupana and only she is allowed to touch it. This was Tutu's sacred gift of Aloha (Love) and it became Aupana's most treasured possession.

Tutu wove her Mana (spiritual energy) and Aloha into Aupana's yellow and green wrist and head feather leis. The Hulu (feather) represents spiritual strength, unity and love. It is believed to link to the divine.
Tutu sewed a white top and outer skirt with a Plumeria flower design and wove a grass skirt for Aupana. Last Tutu adorned Aupana's hair with a beautiful white Plumeria flower.

Aupana is about 4” tall fitting in the palm of your hand. The body is made out of stretch cotton and wired for flexibility. The eyes and mouth are intricately embroidered onto the face. Aupana has tiny little hands and feet, ears, buttocks, and a belly button. All accessories were individually handcrafted.
Aupana is a one of a kind collectible display dolls handcrafted by Hawaiian Dolls.
She comes with her story and a certificate of authenticity.

Aupana’s Mana attunes us to the spirit of Hawaii.

She is ready to be your new friend and dance her way into your heart.

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Ooak Hawaiian Nativity Scene

One of a Kind Hawaiian Nativity Scene

Ho'ano Ohana - The Holy Family
Malia, Iesu, Iokepa, Pueo, Honu and Pua'a

Standing in a precious coconut crèche Malia (Virgin Mary) lovingly watches over her baby Iesu (Jesus), who is contently nestled in his nut cradle.

Iokepa’s (Joseph’s) Kukui Nut Ihoiho (torch) symbolizes the shining heart of love and announces the birth of Iesu, the greatest of all blessings. Iesu, Malia, Iokepa and the coconut crèche are wearing a halo of the Hawaiian Hulu (feather) lei, which is believed to link to the divine.
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 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 coconut husk base.
All accessories were individually handcrafted.

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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Getting ready for Christmas!

Once again it is almost time to say ‘Mele Kalikimaka’ (Merry Christmas) to friends and family is approaching. Many of us are thinking about which special present we should give to our loved ones or maybe even to ourselves in honor of the enchanting Christmas season.

Magical Hawaiian Menehunes are one of the most unique and inspirational gifts on the market. The Menehunes are one of a kind miniature collectible dolls who were individually handcrafted on the Big Island of Hawaii with the greatest love and respect for all that is Hawaii.

After creating a Menehune Doll, I always keep them for a while before I put them on the market and let them go to convey their magical Mana (spiritual energy) to their new owners who will probably love and cherish them just as much as I do.

There are many 4" and 10" tall ‘Magical Hawaiian Menehunes’ waiting for their new friends to bring them love, joy and inspiration.

View them here, on the Hawaiian Menehunes website:

www.HawaiianCollectibleMenehuneDolls.com

In the Aloha Spirit of Hawaii, I wish you a wonderful Holiday season!

Feel free to contact me with any questions or special requests you may have.

Email: menehunebabies@gmail.com

Tala, Moana's Grandma

Tala

There is a first time for everything and this was the first time I got a special order to create an older woman in the image of Tala, Moana's Grandma. It had never occurred to me before to make a doll as an older person, but it was so much fun and I absolutely fell in love with Tala.

Tala, the Storyteller

Moana's Grandma 

Birth Date: ʻOkakopa 10, 2017 (10-10-17)

 Tala is devoted to the concept of being true to yourself and listening to your heart.

Spirited and independent, Tala is the keeper of the ancient stories. She has a deep knowledge and understanding of her heritage and culture.

Tala is Moana’s beloved and respected Grandma. They both have a special connection to their greatest teacher, the ocean, which bonds them even closer.

Tala's greatest pride and concern is the well-being and happiness of her family.

Moana conveys empowering messages of faith and courage. 

Tala and Moana inspire us to believe in ourselves and persevere.

Tala is quite old and needs the help of her cane for walking.

She wears a grass skirt and an outer skirt with a red, yellow and brown top and matching pants. Her third outer skirt is decorated with a tapa design. Tala wears white earrings. Her  neck is adorned with a magical seashell necklace.

Tala is a 10” tall cloth doll who was individually handcrafted on the Big Island of Hawaii with the greatest love and respect for all that is Hawaii.
Her body is made out of doll skin and stuffed with high quality poly fill. The body is wired for flexibility. The eyes and mouth are intricately embroidered onto the face.

All accessories are individually hand crafted.

Tala is a one of a kind Hawaiian Art Doll. Every bit of her has been lovingly handcrafted, to create a new friend who will last a lifetime. 

Tala reflects the Aloha spirit of Hawaii. 

She is ready to be your new friend and charm her way into your heart.

Available on special order!

Contact: menehunebabies@gmail.com 

Laka, Hawaii's Hula Goddess, Giver of All Things

Laka, Hawaiian Hula Goddess

E Laka ē, hoʻoulu ʻia. 

O Laka, inspire us. 

Laka's Mana is Ho'oulu (making to grow). Following Laka's inspiration transforms hula into a magnificent dance.

Hula is an essential part of life in Hawaii. Hula is a sacred ritual, a form of worship, a spiritual practice and discipline. Respectfully the dancers follow strict traditions when they pick the plants for their costumes and the Hula Kuahu (altar). Laka is also Goddess of the forest. Her Mana inspires the forest to grow and thrive. Honoring Laka, we humbly ask her permission before we enter the sacred forest and pick the plants.
Each plant enforces the connection between Laka and the dancer.

To invoke Laka's inspiration, the Hula Kuahu (altar) and dancer are adorned with her Kinolaus (many forms):
Maile symbolizes the umbilical cord which ties the dancer to Laka.

The wood of the Lehua tree is male and Lehua, the flower is female. They create a union between the masculine and feminine and 'allow the two to dance'.

Pili, the clinging grass is placed on the altar, so that all of Laka's Ha'awinas (lessons) will cling to the dancers.

The sweet smell of 'Iliahi (sandalwood) inspires the performance of the dancer as well as the audience.

The spirit of Laka dances through the dancer. The dancer and Laka become one, dancing inspired hula.

Laka means gentle, docile, attract. Many legends tell about Laka's fruitfulness. She is often referred to as the Goddess of Love. As the 'Giver of All Things' ancient chants ask Laka to attract love and wealth.

Mele Kuahu 

Altar Prayer

E Laka ē 

O Goddess Laka

Pūpū weuweu e Laka ē 

O wildwood bouquet, O Laka

E Laka i ka leo 

O Laka, queen of the voice

E Laka i ka loaʻa 

O Laka, giver of gifts

E Laka i ka waiwai 

O Laka, giver of bounty

E Laka i nā mea a pau. 

O Laka, giver of all things.

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The island of Molokai is said to be the birthplace of hula. According to legend, Laka journeyed through the islands, sharing the dance with all who wished to learn. Her graceful movements channeled spiritual meaning and brought to life the history, traditions and genealogy of the Hawaiian people.

Laka gave birth to the Hawaiian hula on the sacred hill Puu Nana in Molokai. It is said that the remains of Laka herself were secretly hidden beneath this hill.

Laka's inspiring Mana teaches us many valuable Ha'awinas (lessons). A truly great performance in any area of life is the result of a person's discipline, positive feelings, and Aloha spirit.

The enchanting Mana of Hawaii's Hula Goddess inspired the creation of Menehune Girl Laka.

Laka, the Hula Goddess

(Rising Sun and Compassion)

Birth Date: Kepakemapa 28, 2017 (09/28/17)

Aloha Mai

I come with love.

Laka connects our hearts and actions with Aloha.

Focus on your higher purpose, choose wisely and you will grow, flourish and blossom in unlimited possibilities!

The sacred drumming of the Ipu Heke (gourd drum) echoes across the 'Aina (land) as Laka dances and chants with the Akuas (spirits) of the Ohia Forest.

The graceful movements of her hands and body tell stories about the wonders of nature, the creation of the world and the traditions of the Hawaiian people.

The Menehune Ohana (family) watches in awe as the harmony of Hula and chant attunes them to spirit and gladdens their heart.

Laka's name means compassion. She is named after Hawaii's Hula Goddess.

Laka's Mana (spiritual energy) attunes us to the spirit of Aloha.

Laka's Tutu (grandmother) is her Kumu Hula (Hula Teacher). She taught her the powerful chants and movements of the Hula.

Tutu handcrafted the traditional green hula skirt and coconut shell top for Laka.

Tutu wove a green and yellow feather Haku (head lei), ankle and wrist leis for her granddaughter and wrapped a long white conch shell necklace around her neck. The Hulu (feather) represents spiritual strength, unity and love. It is believed to link to the divine.

All these precious things were Tutu’s gifts of Aloha (Love) to her Mo’opuna Wahine (granddaughter).

Laka is a 10” tall cloth doll who was individually handcrafted on the Big Island of Hawaii with the greatest love and respect for all that is Hawaii. Her body is made out of doll skin and stuffed with high quality poly fill. The body is wired for flexibility. The legs are jointed. The eyes and mouth are intricately embroidered onto the face.

All accessories are individually hand crafted.

Each doll is an original design and comes with a booklet and a certificate of authenticity.

Laka is a one of a kind Hawaiian Art Doll. Every bit of her has been lovingly handcrafted, to create a new friend who will last a lifetime. 

Laka reflects the Aloha spirit of Hawaii. 

She is ready to be your new friend and dance her way into your heart.

Huggable Hawaiian Art Dolls are made for the young at heart and meant to bring their magic into your and your children's life (6 years and older).

Huggable Hawaiian Art Dolls are adorable and lovable little creatures. If you hanai (adopt) them, love them and take care of them, they will reward you with their unconditional Aloha (love).

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Like My Sister

Jenehune, Nene and Honu

A friend recently asked me to create a doll in the likeness of his sister, who has short hair and loves the Nene Goose and Honu. This was the first time I ever attempted to do something like this. It became a fun and inspiring project.

Jenehune

Nene and Honu

Birth date: Kepakemapa 15, 2017 (09-15-17)

Jenehune, Nene and Honu celebrate Hawaii's Aloha spirit.

Jenehune, Nene (Goose) and Honu (Turtle) have all the time in the world!

Together they meander through the beautiful forest in the Ka'u Mountains cherishing all they see, hear, and feel. Baby Nene quacks and waddles along happily. Little Honu is resting contently on Jenehune's arm.

Wonderful and exciting things keep happening! Everywhere they go they are greeted with kindness and abundance: the sun warms their bodies, the birds sing their most beautiful songs, flowers open to embrace them with their sweet scent.

When they are hungry food appears on their path, a crunchy green leaf for Honu, a big yellow Mai’a (banana) to share for Jenehune and Nene. The small mountain stream offers cool, fresh to quench their thirst.

Jenehune, Nene and Honu honor the Akuas (spirits) of the enchanting forest.

 Jenehune, Nene and Honu remind us

that there is always more than enough time to fulfill all desires.

Nene and Honu are Jenehune’s Aumakuas (guardian spirits) and the three of them are inseparable. Jenehune is deeply connected with the ancient wisdom of Honu and Nene.

In Hawaii the Honu represents long life, safety, peace, and good luck.

Nene means to cherish. The Nene Goose enhances the life and spirit of Hawaii.

Jenehune's Tutu (grandmother) lovingly wove her traditional green hula skirt and sewed a bright yellow bikini to wear with it. Tutu wove her Mana (spiritual energy) and Aloha (love) into Jenehune's red flower and green feather Haku (head lei), wrist and ankle leis. In Hawaii the Hulu (feather) represents spiritual strength, unity and love. It is believed to link to the divine.

Last Tutu stuck a beautiful yellow Plumeria flower behind Jenehune's and Honu's ear.

All these precious things were Tutu’s gifts of Aloha (Love) to her beloved Mo’opuna Wahine (granddaughter).

Jenehune is about 4” tall fitting in the palm of your hand. The body is made out of stretch cotton and wired for flexibility. The eyes and mouth are intricately embroidered onto the face. Jenehune has tiny little hands and feet, ears, buttocks, and a belly button.

All accessories were individually handcrafted.

Jenehune, Nene and Honu are one of a kind display dolls handcrafted by Hawaiian Dolls.

Jenehune's, Nene's and Honu's cheerful Mana (Spiritual Energy)

 brightens up the day with love and laughter.

The special gift of a doll in the likeness of who you choose is available 

on special order.

Contact: menehunebabies@gmail.com 

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Aloha Doll Ornaments

Aloha Doll Ornaments

Aloha Nui Loa (with lots of love)

Aloha Dolls radiate the magical spirit of Hawaii to all who are around them.
Aloha Dolls are one of a kind ornament dolls who were individually handcrafted on the Big Island of Hawaii with the greatest love and respect for all that is Hawaii.
They are a miniature simplified version of the collectible Magical Hawaiian Menehune Dolls. Aloha Dolls are about 3" tall. The bodies are made out of stretch cotton and stuffed with high quality poly fill. The eyes and mouth are intricately embroidered onto the face giving each doll a unique personality. Aloha Dolls are made to be handled with love and care. They are not suitable as a child's toy.
They are hung from an invisible loop to add their enchanting grace to any tree and embrace your home with the Aloha spirit of Hawaii.

Aloha Dolls are a wonderful gift to people close to you or to yourself at any time of the year. 

Alohi (Love), the Hula Dancer

Allow Alohi to bless you with her love.

Alohi (Love) has long brown hair. She wears a green hula skirt with a green feather Haku (head lei) and a pink bikini. All accessories were individually handcrafted.

Hoku (Star), the Fairy

Hoku embraces you with peace and harmony.

Hoku is a little flower fairy with green leaf wings. She wears a pink and white flower dress with a pink Haku (head lei) and a Plumeria flower in her ear. All accessories were individually handcrafted.

Pele, Volcano Goddess

Pele radiates strength and passion.

Pele is named after the famous Hawaiian Volcano Goddess. She wears a red dress with a volcano design and a yellow flame Haku (head lei). All accessories were individually handcrafted.

Mahina (Moonlight), the Fairy

Mahina invites you to enter her sacred space so that your beauty can unfold 

like the precious blossoms of the Plumeria Tree.

Mahina is a little flower fairy with green leaf wings. She wears a blue and white flower dress with a green Haku (head lei) and a Plumeria flower in her ear. All accessories were individually handcrafted.

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Kahunas from Hawaii

Creating a 4" and a 10" Menehune witch combining colors, dress codes and accessories pertaining to Hawaii challenged my imagination. But here they are:

Ivy and Amelia, the Hawaiian Witches

Birth Date: 'Aukake 30, 2017 (08-30-17)

Ivy's and Amelia’s magical Mana (spiritual energy) casts blessings of Aloha.

It’s Halloween in the Menehune village! There is so much excitement in the air!
Halloween is Amelia's favorite time of the year. This year, Ivy and Amelia are dressed up as little Kahunas (witches).

They carry their Pala'ais (pumpkins) and zoom on their brooms to the Menehune Ohana (family) casting blessings and magical spells of Aloha (love) upon everyone they meet.
Ivy's and Amelia’s happiness is contagious and in no time all the Menehunes wear big smiles on their faces, sharing their favorite Halloween treats, Mai’as (bananas) and Kahikis (pineapple), with each other.

Ivy and Amelia are little Kahunas (magicians) of joy!

Ivy's and Amelia’s Tutu (grandmother) made their Halloween costumes. Tutu sewed black capes and pointed hats out of black spider web material. Then she sewed orange skirts and matching tops. The color orange symbolizes joy and sunshine and matches Ivy's and Amelia's mystical spirit.

 Tutu wove green and yellow flower leis which Ivy and Amelia wear around their hips and hats. Tutu crocheted their pointy black witch’s shoes and decorated the tips with small black crystals. She also crocheted the Pala'ais (pumpkins), and embroidered a face onto them. Then Tutu gave Ivy and Amelia orange Plumeria flowers to put behind their ears and 2 magical kitchen brooms, because a witch just has to have a broom.
Ivy's and Amelia’s witch costumes were Tutu’s gift of Aloha (Love) to her Mo’opunas (granddaughters). They loves to wear it. It makes them feel like a real little Hawaiian Menehune Kahunas.

Ivy and Amelia are one of a kind Hawaiian Art Dolls. Every bit of them has been lovingly handcrafted, to create new friends who will last a lifetime.

Ivy and Amelia bring you the magical spirit of Hawaii. 

They are ready to be your new friends and zoom their way into your heart.

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Opihi, the Power of Thought

Opihi

 Birthdate: 'Aukake 20, 2017 (08/20/2017)

Follow Opihi and let your thoughts become the seeds of 

what you wish to harvest!

Hinuhinu wale i ka lihi o ke kai

Shining there at the sea's edge

Me he pai pu`u ala i ho`opuu `ia

Clustered like little hills

`O ka `opihi hälala

The giant Opihi

Opihi is named after the limpet shells which grow in abundance on the cliffs of the Pacific Ocean and are considered a delicacy in Hawaii.

Opihi can’t wait to pick the delicious shells for his Ohana (family) and himself. But picking Opihi on the cliffs is very dangerous. Opihi’s Kuku (grandfather) promised that he will teach him how to pick them when he is a little bit older.

In the meantime Opihi is content to fill his fishing net with the delicious mussels he finds at Punalu’u Black Sands Beach. Dinner will be a feast for his Ohana and him!

Opihi loves to play. While he patiently fills his net with mussels, he visualizes what it will be like when his Menehune Kaukini (cousin), Pu and his Honu (Turtle), come down to the beach and they start playing together. Opihi imagines how they will swim in the ocean, build castles in the black sand, and play races with the black beach crabs. They will have a blast!

Opihi knows that his thoughts are like seeds which grow into reality. 

Sure enough, there come Pu and Honu and the fun begins!

 Opihi’s Tutu (grandmother) polished the most beautiful Opihi shell and put it on her Mo'opuna Kane's (grandson's) head to protect him from the blazing sun at the beach. Tutu crafted and blessed his Opihi shell amulet. She also sewed his blue Malu (wraparound) with a Hawaiian reef fish. All these things were Tutu's gifts of Aloha to her beloved Mo'opuna Kane.

Opihi is about 4” tall fitting in the palm of your hand. The body is made out of stretch cotton and wired for flexibility. The eyes and mouth are intricately embroidered onto the face. Opihi has little hands and feet, ears, buttocks, and a belly button. All accessories were individually handcrafted.

Opihi is a one of a kind collectible display dolls handcrafted by Hawaiian Dolls. He comes with his story and a certificate of authenticity.

Opihi conveys the power of thoughts.

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Pele's Fire

Pele, Hawaiian Volcano Goddess

Birthdate: 'Aukake 12, 2017 (08-12-17)

Pele offers her strength and passion to remind us that life’s fiery eruptions and emotional upheavals often clear the path for positive transformations.

Aloha e Pele! (Greetings, Pele!)

The Menehunes clap their hands, jumping up and down with excitement as soon as Pele emerges from the sacred Ohia forest.

Pele always brings the most fascinating news about the flaming spirit of Hawaii’s Volcano Goddess hurling fiery ribbons of lava down the mountain slopes, giving birth to new rock formations and land.

Pele carries a Pahu (staff) with a flame of Kilauea Volcano

surrounded by fragrant Maile leaves.

The flame embodies the light of spirit, knowledge and life.

Gifted with a passionate spirit, Menehune girl Pele was named after Hawaii’s Fire Goddess.

Pele’s Tutu (grandmother) wove her Mana (spiritual energy) and Aloha (love) into Pele's Maile Haku (head lei). Tutu also sewed Pele’s red volcano dress which reflects the lava flow down the mountain slope.

She crocheted black panties and matching shoes. All these things were Tutu's gifts of Aloha (Love) for her beloved Mo’opuna Wahine (granddaughter).

Pele’s abundant black hair cascades down her back like the lava flow on the mountain slope.

Pele is about 4” tall fitting in the palm of your hand. The body is made out of stretch cotton and wired for flexibility. The eyes and mouth are intricately embroidered onto the face. Pele has tiny little hands and feet, ears, buttocks, and a belly button. All accessories were individually handcrafted.

Pele is a one of a kind collectible display dolls handcrafted by Hawaiian Dolls. She comes with her story and a certificate of authenticity.

 Pele blesses you with her flame of Kilauea Volcano.

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Ola, a Celebration of Life

Ola (Life)

Birth Date: 'Aukake 8, 2017 (08/08/17)

Aloha Mai

I come with love.

Ola's Hula honors the miracle of life.

Join her in a celebration of life’s joys and abundance!

Celebrating the glorious magnificence of life, Ola dances the ancient Hawaiian Kahiko Hula. The beautiful movements of her hands and body tell stories about the wonders of nature, the creation of the world and the traditions of the Hawaiian people.

Ola's Hula attunes us to spirit and gladdens the heart.

Ola's Tutu (grandmother) is her Kumu Hula (Hula Teacher). She taught her the powerful movements of the Kahiko Hula.

Tutu also hand crafted the traditional hula skirt and coconut shell top. Tutu wove her Mana (spiritual energy) and Aloha (love) into Ola's green feather and yellow sweet smelling Puakenikeni flower Haku (head lei), wrist and ankle leis. In Hawaii the Hulu (feather) represents spiritual strength, unity and love. It is believed to link to the divine.

Last Tutu wrapped a precious sea shell necklace around Ola's neck and stuck a beautiful yellow and orange Plumeria flower behind her ear. All these precious things were Tutu’s gifts of Aloha (Love) to her beloved Mo’opuna Wahine (granddaughter).

 Ola is about 4” tall fitting in the palm of your hand. The body is made out of stretch cotton and wired for flexibility. The eyes and mouth are intricately embroidered onto the face. Ola has tiny little hands and feet, ears, buttocks, and a belly button.

All accessories were individually handcrafted.

Ola is a one of a kind display doll handcrafted by Hawaiian Dolls. She comes with her story and a certificate of authenticity.

 Ola's dance honors the sacredness of life.

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