Korowai Tamariki - Ruru

Tamariki Size Korowai - Ruru Design

Size: 60cm x 60cm

Contemporary Korowai - Kahu huruhuru Kakahu. The colours of this design were inspired by the Ruru or in Morepork (small spotted owl). A powerful figure in Maori mythology.

Māori cloaks are most commonly worn on special occasions, whether a significant hui and coming together of people or significant graduation, birthday or tangi. The cloaks hold stories of our history or whānau [family] and whakapapa [genealogy]. They’re held in the highest regard and worn with the highest form of respect, prestige, and honour.

Our Korowai are handmade in Auckland by machine stitching feathers onto a lined fabric base. The feathers wraps around the front edge to complete the look. A traditional handwoven one takes many weeks to complete and costs significantly more. A modern Korowai offers better durability and more colours. Inspiration for the colour and designs from our local fauna and flora. We use beautiful farmed chicken and rooster feathers, some of which have been dyed to create the amazing colour range available in our Korowai selection. Our Korowai have drawstring ties so you can alter the width to fit the wearer. We try to keep a small stock but you should allow a week for production.

The taniko trim has also been woven from wool in NZ. This design is the Manaia and Wairua (spirit) design. It shows the Manaia with poutama (stairway to heaven) above and below. The Manaia is sitting in the Wharenui (ancestral meeting house) symbolizing the bringing of iwi, whanau, and cultures together.

Description:

The Korowai Tamariki - Ruru is a beautifully handcrafted Māori cloak designed specifically for tamariki (children), symbolizing wisdom, protection, and the spiritual connection to Māori culture. Inspired by the Ruru (morepork), a native New Zealand owl known for its wisdom, watchfulness, and guidance, this Korowai carries deep spiritual significance. The Korowai Tamariki - Ruru offers tamariki a powerful cultural connection and spiritual protection, making it the perfect garment for special occasions, such as christenings, blessings, or cultural ceremonies.

The Ruru is revered in Māori culture for its keen insight and role as a spiritual guide. This cloak, made from muka (flax fiber) and adorned with feathers, embodies the qualities of the Ruru by offering protection, wisdom, and guidance to the wearer. Each piece is carefully handwoven by skilled Māori artisans, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity in both design and craftsmanship. The Korowai is designed to offer both spiritual protection and cultural pride, providing tamariki with the strength and spiritual guardianship they need as they begin their life journey.

The Korowai Tamariki - Ruru is not just a garment but a symbol of love, guidance, and protection, carrying the spiritual and cultural heritage of Māori traditions into the future.

Key Points:

• Inspired by the Ruru (Morepork): The Ruru is a symbol of wisdom, guidance, and protection in Māori culture, and this Korowai carries those same qualities for the tamariki.
  
• Handcrafted Craftsmanship: Made from muka (flax fiber) and feathers, this Korowai is meticulously woven by skilled Māori artisans using traditional weaving methods passed down through generations.
  
• Cultural and Spiritual Significance: The Korowai represents the tamariki’s connection to their Māori heritage, offering spiritual protection, wisdom, and a link to their ancestral guardians.
  
• Design Inspired by the Ruru: The Korowai design draws inspiration from the Ruru’s colors and symbolism, representing wisdom, watchfulness, and the deep connection to the land and ancestors.
  
• Sustainable Materials: Crafted from eco-friendly flax and feathers, this Korowai respects Māori values of environmental care and sustainability.
  
• Ideal for Ceremonial Use: The Korowai Tamariki - Ruru is perfect for christenings, blessings, and cultural ceremonies, celebrating the child’s Māori heritage and spiritual guardianship.
  

Benefits:

• Cultural Connection: The Korowai Tamariki - Ruru offers a deep cultural connection to Māori heritage, symbolizing wisdom, guidance, and spiritual protection for tamariki.
  
• Symbol of Wisdom and Protection: Inspired by the Ruru, a bird associated with spiritual guidance, this Korowai offers the child a connection to the wisdom of their ancestors and spiritual protection.
  
• Aesthetic Beauty: The natural colors and intricate featherwork of the Korowai create a visually stunning garment, ideal for ceremonial use and as a cultural keepsake.
  
• Spiritual Protection: Traditionally, Korowai were worn to offer spiritual protection, and the Korowai Tamariki - Ruru serves as both a protective garment and a powerful spiritual shield.
  
• Sustainability: Made from flax and feathers, the Korowai is environmentally friendly, aligning with Māori values of environmental stewardship and sustainability.
  
• Meaningful Gift: The Korowai Tamariki - Ruru is a cherished gift, representing the tamariki’s connection to their culture, ancestors, and the guidance of the Ruru spirit.
  

Why You Should Choose This Korowai:

The Korowai Tamariki - Ruru is more than just a garment; it is a powerful symbol of cultural pride, wisdom, and spiritual guardianship. The Ruru, as a symbol of wisdom and protection, makes this Korowai a meaningful garment for tamariki, offering them spiritual protection and connection to their Māori heritage. By wearing this Korowai, the child receives the blessings of their ancestors, the guidance of the Ruru, and the strength of their cultural traditions.

Whether worn for ceremonial purposes, as a gift, or as a cherished family heirloom, the Korowai Tamariki - Ruru is the ideal choice for honoring a child’s Māori heritage and offering them the protection and wisdom of their ancestors.

Conclusion:

The Korowai Tamariki - Ruru is a stunning Māori cloak that embodies wisdom, guidance, and spiritual protection. Handwoven from flax and feathers, it reflects the deep cultural and spiritual connection between the child, their ancestors, and the land. Inspired by the Ruru (morepork), this Korowai symbolizes spiritual guidance, wisdom, and the protection of the tamariki, ensuring they are spiritually shielded as they begin their journey through life.

Whether worn for a christening ceremony, cultural blessing, or as a treasured gift, the Korowai Tamariki - Ruru is a meaningful and lasting connection to Māori culture, offering wisdom, protection, and spiritual guardianship to the child.