Ku’ula, the Fish God of Hawaii

Ku’ula, the Fish God of Hawaii

‘Ama’ama by Sam Alama

He aloha ē ka iʻa lā

ʻAi a ka ʻamaʻama

ʻAi a ka iʻa lā

ʻAi a ka lāwalu

ʻAi a ka hoʻomoemoe

I love fish

To eat mullet

To eat fish

To eat it broiled in ti leaves

Eat, then sleep

Sam Alama’s song ‘Ama‘Ama” sings praises of Hawaii’s tasty fish. 

Hawaii’s aquaculture is most important as fish has always been the main source of protein.

The greatest fisher of ancient times was Ku'ula-kai who was deified as the fishing god.
It was said, Ku’ula-kai was possessed by Ku, the Hawaiian God of war, politics, farming and fishing. Ku'ula-kai had great Mana (spiritual power) over the fish. This power allowed him to direct, control and influence all of the fish of the sea whenever he pleased. His Mana Kupua (supernatural power) empowered him to attract and multiply fish.
When he was in human form, he was devoted to catching fish for his Ohana (family). His big canoe was always filled it to the top.

Ku‘ula lived with his wife Hina and their son ‘Ai‘ai in Hana on the island of Maui. There he created the first fish pond in Hawaii where he kept all kinds of fish.
Ku‘ula honored the Akuas (gods) by offering his first fish to a small Ko’a (fishing shrine). He always caught all the fish he needed and shared his catch with everybody in the village.

To this day, locals honor Ku’ula’s teachings by preserving old and creating new fishing ponds. The concept of conserving and sharing the fish we catch enables the sustainability in our communities.

Hawaiian Art Doll Kaimana (Ocean Power) was created in honor of Ku’ula, the Fish God.

Kaimana (Ocean Power), the Fisher Boy

Birth Date: Kekemapa 1, 2023 (12-1-23)

Kaimana teaches us to see with the heart and act with compassion.

He aloha ē ka iʻa lā

ʻAi a ka ʻamaʻama

ʻAi a ka iʻa lā

I love fish

To eat mullet

To eat fish

Kaimana, the Fisher Boy, honors Ku’ula the Hawaiian Fish God.

Carrying his scoop net to the gentle waters in the bays of Punalu’u Black Sands Beach, Kaimana gets ready to catch dinner for his Ohana (family) and himself. First, he says a prayer of heartfelt thanks for nature’s abundant offerings. He then humbly asks permission for just enough fish to come to his net so that he can feed himself and his Ohana.

Kaimana has a balanced, harmonious relationship with nature. He knows that if he takes only what he needs, it will always be given freely. Kaimana never forgets to honor the Akuas (gods) by offering his first fish to the Ko’a (fishing shrine). Resting on a big piece of coral, Kaimana gratefully admires his abundant catch of the day.

Kaimana 's Mana (spiritual energy) radiates Aloha.

Kaimana is most generous. Nothing makes him happier than sharing the fish he caught with his Ohana and the people in the village, so that everybody can have an abundant, delicious dinner. Seeing their joy and appreciation is the greatest gift to him.

Kaimana knows that the more he gives, the more he will receive.

Kaimana’s Tutu (grandmother) sewed his blue Malu (wraparound) with a Honu (turtle) design and crocheted his brown tabi shoes. Tutu crafted a conch and cowrie shell lei for Kaimana. In Hawaii the Pu (Conch Shell) is believed to invoke blessings of divine Mana and provide protection from all harm.

Kaimana 's Kuku (grandfather) crafted and blessed his yellow scoop net which always catches just enough fish for the Ohana’s dinner.

All these things were Kuku's and Tutu’s sacred gifts of Aloha (Love) to their beloved Mo’opuna Kane (grandson).

Kaimana is a 10” tall cloth doll. He was individually handcrafted on the Big Island of Hawaii with the greatest love and respect for all that is Hawaii.
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. All accessories were individually hand crafted.
Kaimana is not dress up dolls. All clothing and accessories are sewn and/or glued onto him.

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!

Kaimana is a one of a kind Hawaiian Art Doll and comes with a booklet and certificate of authenticity. He is a display doll and collector’s item bringing you the spiritual power of Hawaii.
Every bit of Kaimana has been lovingly handcrafted to create a new friend who will last a lifetime.

Kaimana is ready to be your new friend and fish his way into your heart.

Kaimana conveys a balanced, harmonious relationship with nature.

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Mele Kalikimaka from Santa and Mrs. Claus!

 

Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus

Birthdate: Nowemapa 11, 2023 (11-11-23)

Mele Kalikimaka! (Merry Christmas!)

May all that is meaningful, beautiful and joyful be yours throughout

this holiday season and the new year!

 

Hawaiian Santa is a sight to see as he comes surfing into Waikiki.

Hawaiian Santa wears a great big hat and climbs the window into your grass shack

He dances the hula around the Christmas tree bringing 

lots of presents for you and for me.

Hawaiian Santa goes around the isle and dances the hula with a great big smile

He waves Aloha with a Christmas cheer

Mele Kalikimaka and Happy New Year!

 

This year Kanakaloka (Santa Claus) and Mrs. Claus came to Hawaii for the Holidays. Together they spread the magical spirit of Christmas over the Islands. 

There are no limits to their Mana of Aloha.

Kanakaloka pulls his surfboard loaded with Makanas (gifts) of Aloha for all: a sacred Ipu (gourd) with Holly Berries, a Pu (conch shell), a traditional secret Ho'okupu (present) wrapped in Ti leaves, Mai'as (bananas) and Kahikis (pineapples).

Mrs. Claus just finished helping the elves bake Christmas cookies. Now it's time to relax. She took her basket, lined it with a handmade quilt and some Holly Berries, walked down to the beach and started collecting some of the most beautiful seashells. 

Kanakaloka wears a blue Aloha shirt with a surfboard design, red shorts and a Santa hat. 

Mrs. Claus wears a traditional Muumuu with a Poinsettia design, a straw hat with a green feather lei, green crocheted shoes and a shell lei. And of course, she's wearing her glasses. 

Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus are 10” tall cloth dolls who were individually handcrafted on the Big Island of Hawaii with the greatest love and respect for all that is Hawaii. Their bodies are made out of doll skin and stuffed with high quality poly fill. The bodies are wired for flexibility. The eyes and mouth are intricately embroidered onto the face. All accessories are individually hand crafted. Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus are not dress up dolls. All clothing and accessories are sewn and/or glued onto them, except for the surfboard which can be removed.

Doll care: Gently brush the dolls and their clothing with a soft dry toothbrush to remove dust. Always brush the faces and bodies upwards towards the hair. Do not brush the hair!

Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus are original designs and come with a booklet and a certificate of authenticity.

Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus are one of a kind Hawaiian Art Dolls. They are display dolls and collector’s items bringing you the spiritual power of Hawaii. Every bit of Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus has been lovingly handcrafted to create new friends who will last a lifetime. 

Kanakaloka and Mrs. Claus wish you a season filled with light and laughter.

They are ready to be your new friends and bless 

your home with the Aloha spirit of Hawaii.

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Ka'iulani, the Highest Point of Heaven

Ka’iulani, the Highest Point of Heaven

Princess Ka’iulani was the niece of Hawaii's last Queen Lili’uokalani and the final heir to the Hawaiian throne.

Also fondly called “Hawaii’s Island Rose”, Ka’iulani means the Highest Point of Heaven in the Hawaiian language.

Throughout her short life (1875-1899) Princess Ka’iulani fought with the strength and compassion of Aloha for the Hawaiian Kingdom.
Hoping to inspire support for the restoration of the kingdom, Kaʻiulani spoke to the people. Here is one of her statements, which was published in newspapers across the nation:

“Unbidden, I stand upon your shores today where I thought so soon to receive a royal welcome on my way to my own kingdom. I come unattended, except by the loving hearts that have come with me over the wintry seas. I hear that commissioners from my land have been for many days asking this great nation to take away my little vineyard. They speak no word to me, and leave me to find out as I can from the rumors of the air that they would leave me without a home, or a name, or a nation…

Today, I, a poor, weak girl, with not one of my people near me, and all these Hawaiian statesmen against me, have strength to stand up for the rights of my people. Even now I can hear their wail in my heart and it gives me strength and courage and I am strong, strong in the faith of God, strong in the knowledge that I am right, strong in the strength of 70,000,000 people who in this free land will hear my cry, and will refuse to let their flag cause dishonor to mine.”

Although Kaʻiulani was admired and respected by many of the American people, her pleas could not right the injustices that had occurred. Princess Kaʻiulani and Queen Liliʻuokalani boycotted the 1898 ceremony for the annexation of Hawaiʻi, and continued their work to ensure the rights of the Hawaiian people under the U.S. government.

Princess Ka’iulani had a gift for influencing public opinions and using her personal experience to change the hearts of people who were in power and had the ability to make decisions.

Hawaii’s Island Rose inspired the creation of Ka’iulani, the Guardian Angel.

Ka’iulani graciously crowns any Christmas tree with her enchanting grace. She also can be placed as a centerpiece and embrace your home with the Aloha spirit of Hawaii all year long. Ka’iulani is a wonderful gift to people close to you or to yourself at any time of the year.

Ka’iulani, the Highest Point of Heaven

Birthdate: ʻAukake 25, 2023 (08/25/23)

Welcome Ka’iulani as your Guardian Angel!

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

The sacred sound of the Pu (conch shell) echoes across the ‘Aina (land) calling Ka’iulani (the Highest Point of Heaven) to earth. Ka’iulani’s home is Lanikeha, the high sky.

Named after Hawaii’s last Crown Princess, Ka’iulani carries a candle in her sacred Pu (conch shell), which invokes blessings of the divine. The heavenly light of Ka’iulani’s candle illuminates the paths of the Menehune’s lives on earth.

The Menehunes know Ka’iulani always watches over them enlightening their lives with her angelic presence. Hearing the divine sound of the Pu in the distance, the Menehunes sense that Ka’iulani is near. Sometimes she allows them a glance at the heavenly glow of her 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 Ka’iulani appears offering her wisdom and guidance.

Ka’iulani wears a red dress with a big Bird of Paradise flower. The dress is cone shaped to crown the top of a Christmas tree. Her fragrant Pikake Haku (head lei), wrist and ankle leis represent spiritual strength, unity and love.
The angel wings are crafted out of real white feathers.

Ka’iulani 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 were individually hand crafted.

Ka’iulani is not a dress up doll. All clothing and accessories are sewn and/or glued onto her. 
Doll care: Gently brush the dolls and their clothing with a soft dry toothbrush to remove dust. Always brush the faces and bodies upwards towards the hair.

Ka’iulani is an original design and comes with a booklet and a certificate of authenticity. She is a collector’s item bringing you the spiritual power of Hawaii. Ka’iulani 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.

Ka’iulani is ready to be your new friend and shine her way into your heart.

May Ka’iulani’s Mana (spiritual energy) embrace your home with 

the Aloha spirit of Hawaii!

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Angel of Aloha

 

Melialani, the Guardian Angel

Birthdate: ‘Aukake 14, 2023 (08/14/23)

Welcome Melialani as your Guardian Angel!

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

Melialani means Heavenly Plumeria in the Hawaiian language.

Melialani moves in harmony with the Mana (spiritual energy) of the Universe.

Her clearness of vision empowers, enchants and manifests energy.

The sacred rhythm of the Ipu (gourd) echoes across the ‘Aina (land) calling Melialani, the Guardian Angel to earth. Melialani’s home is Lanikeha, the high sky.

The heavenly light of Melialani’s candle illuminates the paths of the Menehune’s lives on earth.

The Menehunes know Melialani 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 Melialani is near. Sometimes she allows them a glance at the heavenly glow of her 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 Melialani appears offering her wisdom and guidance.

Melialani wears a yellow dress with a Plumeria flower design, matching panties and yellow crocheted shoes. Melialani’s Hulu (feather) headpiece and shell necklace represent spiritual strength, unity and love.

The angel wings are crafted out of real white feathers.

Melialani is a 4” tall cloth doll fitting in the palm of your hand. She 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 were individually hand crafted.

Doll care: Gently brush the dolls and their clothing with a soft dry toothbrush to remove dust. Always brush the faces and bodies upwards towards the hair. Do not brush the hair!

Melialani is not a dress up doll. All clothing and accessories are sewn and/or glued onto her.



Melialani is an original design and comes with a booklet and a certificate of authenticity.
She is a collector’s item bringing you the spiritual power of Hawaii.

Melialani 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.

Melialani is ready to be your Guardian Angel and shine her way into your heart.

May Melialani’s Mana embrace your home with the Aloha spirit of Hawaii!

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King Kamehameha the Great

 

King Kamehameha the Great

1850 – 1819

Kalani Paiʻea Wohi o Kaleikini Kealiʻikui Kamehameha o ʻIolani i Kaiwikapu kauʻi 

Ka Liholiho Kūnuiākea

 Aloha Mai, Aloha Aku—Love received, love returned

I MUA KAMEHAMEHA

I mua, i mua e na Kamehamameha

I Eola na Mamo Hawaii

Lokahi, Kupa’a, a me ke Aloha

O ka’u makia, pa’a ia.

E ala e Hawaii nui o Keawe

E ‘oni e Maui a Kama

Kiko’o e Moloka’i nui a Hina

Ko Lani’ua hiki mai nei.

Go forth, go forth all ye of Kamehameha

Long live the descendants of Hawaii

Unity, loyalty and love

Are our steadfast ideals

Arise, great Hawaii island of Chief Keawe

Appear Maui, island of Chief Kama

Extend great Moloka’i of the Goddess Hina

Your royalty has arrived

According to legend Hawaiian Kahunas (priests) prophesized that a light in the sky with feathers like a bird would signal the birth of a great chief who would unify the Hawaiian Islands. It is believed that King Kamehameha was born in 1758, the year Halley’s comet passed over Hawaii. His birth name was Paiʻea (Hard-Shelled Crab). The current Ali’i (royalty) did not like the idea of losing power. That was why Pai’ea was hidden from warring clans in secluded Waipiʻo Valley after birth. Later he was renamed Kamehameha (The Lonely One) and trained as a warrior.

His legendary strength was proven when he overturned the 3.5 ton Naha Stone in Hilo on the Big Island. Legend said that whoever had the Mana (divine power) to move the Naha Stone would unify and rule the Hawaiian Islands.

 

Today, the Naha Stone is located in front of the Hilo Public Library.

Destined for greatness from birth, King Kamehameha was known as a great warrior, diplomat and leader.

King Kamehameha had visions and the ability to achieve his many goals with a focus on infrastructure and raising funds for weapons and canoes to empower his forces. Even his marriages to about 30 wives, were strategic moves to create alliances and increase his

As a ruler he often needed to conquer or be conquered which led to fierce battles. This was not always his goal. Peaceful agreements were his preference. In 1790 the fortress-like Puʻukoholā Heiau was built on the Island of Hawaii. It prophesied King Kamehameha’s conquest of the islands. In 1810, after acquiring the island of Kauai in a peaceful agreement, that prophecy was finally fulfilled.

With strategies and timing and after many years of conflict, King Kamehameha united the Hawaiian Islands into one royal kingdom on June 11th, 1810. This significant event also prevented the Islands from being torn apart by competing western interests.

Up to this day June 11^th is known and honored as King Kamehameha Day in Hawaii. It is a celebration of togetherness for the entire nation where different cultures come together and recognize each other.

Four statues stand on the Hawaiian Islands in honor of King Kamehameha’s memory. Every June 11^th they are ceremoniously draped with flower leis to celebrate Hawaii’s greatest king.

Hilo was King Kamehameha’s first seat of government.

At fourteen feet the tallest of the four statues is located at Wailoa State Park on the Big Island of Hawaii. 

King Kamehameha died in May of 1819. Nobody knows for sure where his resting grounds are. A Hawaiian proverb says ‘The morning star alone knows where Kamehameha’s bones are guarded’.

According to legend, King Kamehameha I may be buried at the royal palace of Moku’ula in Maui in the grotto of a half-dragon, half-woman named Kihawahine. Others believe his remains are in a cave in Maui’s Iao Valley, where many great Hawaiian chiefs are buried.

Chosen from birth to lead his people, King Kamehameha I was truly a great king, ruler above all others, strategist and philosopher. 

King Kamehameha inspired unity, loyalty and love in all.

King Kamehameha I inspired the creation of Hawaiian Art Doll Kamehameha.

Kamehameha (the Lonely One)

Inspired by King Kamehameha the Great

Birth Date: Lulai 21, 2023 (07-21-23)

 In the spirit of King Kamehameha the Great, Kamehameha inspires unity, loyalty and love.

A light in the sky with feathers like a bird signals the birth of a great chief!

Aloha mai, aloha aku—Love received, love returned

Named after King Kamehameha the Great, Kamehameha stands proud and tall holding his Ihe (spear). He is the leader of his people, being incredibly strong and always protecting and guiding all with his divine Mana (spiritual energy).

Kamehameha invokes the protection of the spirits. 

In the spirit of the great King, Kamehameha always guides his people to peaceful agreements, promoting unity, loyalty and love. The people are overjoyed and often honor and thank him by wrapping fragrant flower and Maile leis around his neck.

They even wrote a song in his praise:

I mua, i mua e na Kamehamameha

I Eola na Mamo Hawaii

Lokahi, Kupa’a, a me ke Aloha

O ka’u makia, pa’a ia.

 

Go forth, go forth all ye of Kamehameha

Long live the descendants of Hawaii

Unity, loyalty and love

Are our steadfast ideals

 

Kamehameha wears the red and yellow colors of the Ali’i (royalty) on his cape, helmet, Malo (loincloth), belt and shoulder strap. The clasp of his cape is the tooth of a Hawaiian Ahi (tuna) fish. The collar is made out of hair. He has tattoos around his ankles, left arm and on his chest.

Kamehameha 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. His 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 were individually hand crafted.

Kamehameha is not a dress up doll. All clothing and accessories are sewn and/or glued onto him.

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!

Kamehameha is a one of a kind Hawaiian Art Doll and comes with a booklet and certificate of authenticity. He is a collector’s item bringing you the spiritual power of Hawaii.

Every bit of Kamehameha has been lovingly handcrafted to create a new friend who will last a lifetime.

Kamehameha is ready to be your new friend and protect you with all his heart.

Aloha Mai, Aloha Aku—Love received, love returned 

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Ori Tahiti

Ori Tahiti

The Dance of Tahiti

A Tahitian song written by Heremoana Ma’ama’atuaiahutapu about the stunning natural beauty of the island, conjuring vivid images of fragrant flowers of Ahurai and Fanatea, encouraging us all to dance in joy. The song celebrates the scent and delicate beauty of the flowers. There are so many beautiful flowers in

Te pua no’ano’a i Ahura’i,

 

Can you smell the flowers? I can.

All the pretty flowers, everywhere we go

We pick flowers and more flowers

Tie them with a string

When we wear our crown of flowers

We’ll find love in everything

‘Ia hura mai, ‘ia hura mai!

Come and dance! Come and

Tahiti is the largest of the island group that makes up French Polynesia in the South Pacific. Its traditional dance, the Ori Tahiti is one of the most well-known aspects of Tahitian culture. 

Dancing was a traditionally important part of Tahitian culture. It was the people’s way of life and a part of ceremonies throughout the French Polynesian islands for thousands of years. The dancing was used to enthrall a lover, to challenge an enemy, to worship a god, and even for prayer.

There are four main styles of Tahitian dance – ōte'a, aparima, hivinau and pa'o'a. The most well-known dance is the ‘Ote-a. It is fast paced with rapid hip shakes, graceful arm movements and powerful Tahitian drum percussion. The dance talks about life. Men often tell war and adventure stories. The women’s dances are about home life or nature.

The dancers wear elaborate costumes such as grass skirts with tassel belts to highlight the hip movements and brightly colored flower headdresses.

In the 1800s the missionaries outlawed Tahitian dances. In 1956 Madelaine Moua gave the dance a new life by creating a group named Heiva. Many dance groups, born in this time, still exist today. The yearly Heiva I Tahiti became the biggest dance contest where the entire population comes together for weeks to celebrate traditional Tahitian dance, music and songs. Tourism developed because people became fascinated by the Tahitian dance and culture.

For many years the annual Heiva has been the most important event in Tahiti.

The beauty of the traditional Ori Tahiti inspired the creation of the Tahitian Dancer Art Doll Mahana.  

Mahana (Sun)

The Tahitian Dancer

Birth Date: Lune 4, 2023 (06/04/23)

Mahana’s dance reveals the power of positive change and awakening.

Her smile is like sunshine, warming body and soul.

Dancing the ‘Ote-a, Mahana’ arms move gracefully swinging her Iis (tassels) while her hips swirl faster and faster to the powerful rhythm of the drum. Her dance tells stories about love and the beautiful Tahitian flowers.

Mahana has the greatest respect for all of life and always honors it in her dance.

Like sunshine, Mahana's energy nourishes and rejuvenates the spirit within.

Mahana has beautiful long purple shaded hair. She wears a purple bikini top and pants, a grass skirt with purple tassels and a traditional Tahitian headdress made out of yellow and purple feathers. Her neck is adorned with pearl and shell necklaces.

Mahana is a 10” tall cloth doll. She was individually handcrafted on the Big Island of Hawaii with the greatest love and respect for all that is Tahiti. 

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. All accessories were individually hand crafted.

Mahana is not dress up dolls. All clothing and accessories are sewn and/or glued onto her.

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. You may gently comb her hair.

Mahana is a one of a kind Hawaiian Art Doll and comes with a booklet and certificate of authenticity. She is a display doll and collector’s item bringing you the spiritual power of Tahiti.

Every bit of Mahana has been lovingly handcrafted to create a new friend who will last a lifetime.

 Mahana and Asahi are ready to be your new friends and 

dance their way into your heart.

Mahana’s and Asahi's dance reveal the spirit of love.

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Ohana Means Family

 

Lilo Pelekai and Stitch

Birth Date: Mei 22, 2023 (05/22/23)

Ohana means family, and family means no one gets left behind or forgotten.

Lilo is a sweet, courageous and high-spirited girl. After all her last name, Pelekai means ‘Volcano of the Sea’.

In the Hawaiian language Lilo means generous and Lilo is more than generous sharing her love with the Ohana (family). She is devoted to her Ohana and believes in the good of everyone.

Stitch is an extraterrestrial. Through her love, faith and unwavering belief in Ohana, Lilo helps unlock Stitch's heart and gives him the ability to care for others.

In Hawai’i you don’t have to be related by blood to be considered Ohana.

Here we are connected to one another in many ways.

Lilo knows, that whether the bond is by blood or Aloha, we are Ohana 

and take care of each other.

Lilo also teaches Stitch to dance the Hula.

Lilo’s dance contains a magic that conveys the spirit of Aloha and gladdens the heart.

Lilo’s Tutu (grandmother) sewed her red dress with the white leaves and crocheted blue underpants and shoes which she adorned with crystals. Tutu wove her Mana (spiritual energy) and Aloha (love) into Lilo's Puakenikeni flower and Maile leaf Haku (head lei). All these precious things were Tutu’s gifts of Aloha (Love) to her beloved Mo’opuna Wahine (granddaughter).

Lilo is a 7” 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.

Stitch is about 3.5” tall and sewn out of faux fur. All accessories are individually hand crafted.

Lilo is not a dress up doll. All clothing and accessories are sewn and/or glued onto her.

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!

Lilo and Stitch are one of a kind Hawaiian Art Dolls. They come with their story and a certificate of authenticity. Every bit of Lilo and Stitch has been lovingly handcrafted, to create new friends who will last a lifetime.

Lilo and Stitch reflect the Aloha spirit of Hawaii.

They are ready to be part of your Ohana and dance their way into your heart!

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Kamapua'a, Hawaiian Pig God

Kamapua’a, the Hawaiian Pig God

Birthdate: Mei 22, 2023 (05/22/23)

Learn to be aware and watchful like Kamapua’a and his Pua’a!

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

Kamapua’a is named in honor of the Hawaiian Pig God, who was the protector of the pigs and cascading waterfalls bestowing abundant growth to the lands of Hawaii.

"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

Kamapua’a became protector of the pigs and the cascading waterfalls bestowing abundant growth to the lands of Hawaii.

Kamapua’a and his Pua’a (Pig) are Hunters of Aloha, caretakers of the forest and the Menehune’s guardians. Together they walk fearlessly through the beautiful Kaiholena Mountains watching for dangers and threats to their beloved Ohana (family).
Kamapua’a carrying his lei o mano (shark’s lei club), 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 Kamapua’as Aumakua (Guardian Spirit). They are so closely connected that they have become inseparable friends.
Kamapua’a carved his lei o mano out of Koa wood and surrounded it with shark teeth. Only Gods and the Ali’i are allowed to use the lei o mano.
After Kamapua’a finished his lei o mano, he blessed it with a prayer and salt water from the Pacific Ocean for purification and protection.

Kamapua’a wears a beige Malo (loincloth), a Kupukupu (fern) Haku (head lei), neck and ankle leis. Hawaiian tree ferns represent spiritual strength, unity and love. His neck is adorned with a pig tusk amulet. Pua’a wears a Plumeria flower behind his ear.

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

Kamapia’a is a 10” tall cloth doll.

His 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 3.5” tall fitting in the palm of your hand. The body is sewn out of black synthetic fur. The tusks are made out of clay.
All accessories were individually hand crafted.
Kamapua’a is not a dress up doll. All clothing and accessories are sewn and/or glued onto him.
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!

Kamapua’a and Pua’as are one of a kind Hawaiian Art Dolls. They come with a booklet and certificate of authenticity. They are collector’s item bringing you the spiritual power of Hawaii.
Every bit of Kamapua’a and Pua’a has been lovingly handcrafted to create new friends who will last a lifetime.

Kamapua’a and Pua’a channel strength and courage.

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

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Hau'oli La Makuahine! Happy Mother's Day!

Mahalo nui loa

He Makana Nau Aloha Nui Loa

(Thank you very much.

A gift for you with all my love.)

On Mother's Day we celebrate and honor the loving, caring essence of all mothers. It is the time to cherish the special bond of love we share with our mothers. The ritual of giving gifts expresses this gratitude to all mother figures in our lifes, like aunties, sister, grandmothers, not to forget the greatest mothers of all, Mother Earth and Mother Nature.

We can always depend on our mother's unconditional love.

'Ili'ili, the Healing Dancer was created in the honor of all mothers.

‘Ili’ili (Pebble), the Healing Dancer

Birth Date: ‘Apelila 28, 2023 (04/28/23)

Allow ‘Ili’ili to be your healing guide!

She will help you to restore Pono (harmony) in mind, body and soul.

Walking along beautiful Punalu’u Black Sands Beach, little ‘Ili’ili busily searches for the perfect small, black lava pebbles she is named after. 
When the signs are right and the spirits permit, she gathers the ‘ili’ilis into her sacred Pupu (shell). Chanting a Pule (prayer) to give thanks for the gift, ‘Ili’ili cleans the stones with fire and charges them with her Mana (spiritual energy).

‘Ili’ili is a healing dancer. Everybody cherishes her special Lomi’ili’ili massages. She always places and moves the sacred hot lava pebbles on just the right places of the body to draw out the pain.

To invoke the blessings of the spirits ‘Ili’ili chants and dances the wonderful Hula ‘Ili’ili, using her lava rocks as stone castanets.

‘Ili’ili’s healing Mana invokes a lasting feeling of deep inner peace and happiness.

‘Ili’ili is ready to be your new friend and dance her way into your heart.

‘Ili’ili brings you the healing Mana of Hawaii.

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Rainbows of Hawaii

O ka 'onohi ula o ka lani ko inoa

The rainbow of heaven is your name

Anuenue, the Hawaiian rainbow, is the pathway between dimensions in Hawaiian mythology. The rainbow was often associated with messages from the spirit world and death. Death was believed to be a transformation of the soul where it began to move between the earth and upper realms of the ancestors. The soul then became a god who was able to enjoy earthly abundance. The rainbow was the path the Gods used to travel from Nu'umealani, 'the sacred raised land of the heavenly ones', down to earth. 
The rainbow is a symbol of transformation and pathways to the heavens of raised consciousness and enlightenment. The clouds and shadows in nature and within ourselves are illuminated by the rainbow. The rainbow shines light upon all that interferes with unity and wholeness.

O ka 'onohi ula o ka lani ko inoa

The rainbow of heaven is your name

'Ula' means flame, 'Inoa' means name. The rainbow ignites the spiritual in your name. It refers to those who are related by the fire in their spirits, which burns for peace, harmony, justice and love of the earth. In the heat of this fire, Rainbow Warriors fight fear and doubt pursuing the rainbow path. The ancient wisdom of the rainbow can be found in all cultures and is actively used to eternalize peace and harmony in the world. Rainbow Warriors teach this ancient wisdom to those who have forgotten.

Clouds, thunder, lightning and rain precede the shining beauty of every rainbow. As you go through transformations and move on to new realms of existence, the rainbow lights the way to your pot of gold.

Anuenue,the Hawaiian Rainbow Goddess, is a messenger of the Gods. Also called, the Beauty of Manoa, she was born of the divine wind and rain of Manoa Valley on Oahu. Since ancient times the valley has been regarded as “the royal palace of rainbows,” where Anuenue, the beautiful Rainbow Maiden, can be seen playing wherever the light of sun touches the misty rain. Anuenue is so beautiful that a rainbow follows her wherever she goes.
Anuenue was raised by her grandmother Waka in a secret forest clearing in Manoa Valley. Waka surrounded her Mo'opuna Wahine (granddaughter) in a fine mist to guard her maidenhood until she would be ready to marry a man of highest royalty. There Anuenue lives up to this day.
Her 'I’iwi bird guardians bring her gifts of Ohia Lehua blossom as Anuenue watches over the Aina (sacred land). 

Rainbows are seen so frequently in Hawaii, that the Islands are often called 'the Rainbow State'.
To the ancient Hawaiians rainbows were a symbol of good luck and prosperity. Babies destined to become great chieftains were born with rainbows over their homes and accompanied by rainbows throughout their lives. 

Rainbow Warrior

Rainbows were such an important part of Hawaiians culture that they were often portrayed in petroglyphs. A woman with an arch or rainbow signifies she is wise, honored and respected. A man and a rainbow in a petroglyph is interpreted as the keeper of the land and its people. Such petroglyphs are found in the Big Island’s lava fields and in the sacred Iao Valley of Maui.

Some natives have said that each color of the rainbow represents a Goddess and thinking of that color will bring about the element associated with it:

-White represents the element of water and the Goddess Hina who bestows knowledge and awareness.

-Earth Goddess Haumea promises freedom and release. She bears the color red. A stone is used as her element.

-Orange is for the Volcano Goddess Pele who infuses energy and focus. She commands the fire element.

-Yellow is for the Goddess Hi’iaka who gives presence and purpose. Her element is the wind.

-Purple is for Goddess Uli, who endows success and effectiveness. People are her element.

-Green is for the element of plants and Goddess Laka, who showers love and compassion.

-Blue is for the Goddess Kapo, the giver of power and ability. An animal is her element.

The rainbow represents the bridge that connects us to the source.

Magical Hawaiian Art Doll Anuenue was created in honor of the beautiful Hawaiian rainbow and its inspiring spiritual significance.

Anuenue, Hawaiian Rainbow Goddess

Birth Date: 'Apelila 24, 2023 (04/24/23)

O ka 'onohi ula o ka lani ko inoa

The rainbow of heaven is your name

Believe in your dreams and follow Anuenue on the rainbow path.

Like the rainbow, her Mana (spiritual energy) illuminates the way to your pot of gold.

The gentle drum of the Ipu (gourd) echoes through the Ohia Forest as a beautiful rainbow slowly approaches the Menehune village. Full of excitement, the Menehunes run to the gathering place. Anuenue is coming! She is their bringer of good luck and prosperity.

Anuenue chants softly to the sound of her Ipu worshipping the enchanting Ohia Forest.

Anuenue is named after the Hawaiian Rainbow Goddess. Anuenue is so lovely that a rainbow follows her wherever she goes. One of the most beautiful rainbows just couldn't let go and imbued itself onto her dress.

Anuenue's head is adorned with a rainbow and surrounded by a halo of fragrant Maile. 

Maile is the lei of eternal love.
Anuenue’s Tutu (grandmother) sewed her sky-blue cotton dress and drew a beautiful rainbow on it.

Hawaiian gourds grow on a vine. Tutu picked the most beautiful of the Ipus. She cleaned and polished it. The Ipu was her sacred gift of Aloha (Love) to her Mo’opuna (granddaughter) and became Anuenue’s most treasured possession.

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

Anuenue is not a dress up doll. All clothing and accessories are sewn and/or glued onto her.

Doll care: Gently brush the dolls and their clothing with a soft dry toothbrush to remove dust. Always brush the faces and bodies upwards towards the hair. Do not brush the hair!

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

Anuenue is a one of a kind Hawaiian Art Doll. She is a display doll and collector’s item bringing you the spiritual power of Hawaii. Every bit of Anuenue has been lovingly handcrafted to create a new friend who will last a lifetime.

Anuenue is the bearer of good luck and prosperity.

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

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