Malama is Makoa’s Kuku (grandfather) and also his Kumu (teacher) of hunting with Aloha. Makoa adores the wisdom of his Kumu!
Malama and Makoa carved their Ihes out of wood. The top of the Ihes are surrounded by Ti leaves and a yellow Hulu (feather) lei for purification and protection. When the Ihes were finished Makoa and his Kuku blessed them with a prayer and salt water from the Pacific Ocean.
Malama and Makoa honor Kamapua'a, the Hawaiian Pig God, who was the protector of the pigs and cascading waterfalls bestowing abundant growth to the lands of Hawaii.
She stuck a Plumeria flower behind each 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, Makoa and the Pua’as 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 mouth are intricately embroidered onto the face giving the dolls a unique personality.
Malama’s Pua’a is about 3.5” tall. Makoa’s Pua’a is about 2.5” tall. Both fit in the palm of your hand. The bodies are sewn out of black synthetic fur. The tusks are made out of clay.
All accessories were individually hand crafted.
Malama and Makoa are not dress up dolls. All clothing and accessories are sewn and/or glued onto them, except for the Ihes 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, Makoa and the Pua’as 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, Makoa and the Pua’as has been lovingly handcrafted to create new friends who will last a lifetime.
