Niihau shell lei book

Niihau shell lei are one of hawaiis most authentic and sought after treasures. These shells are very unique, occasionally they are found on a few beaches of other hawaiian islands, but they are found only on niihau with great quality and quantity. Imagine waking up before dawn in the quiet village of pu. Shells used in making niihau leis lei pupu o niihau. Museumquality niihau shell leis, the most luxurious of the permanent lei styles, are available at kauai heritage center of hawaiian culture and the. Discusses the history of the traditional hawaiian necklaces made of. Documenting the development of the unique hawaiian art and rich variety of traditional and modern styles of niihau shell lei making. Kuana torres kahele travels the world and shares his love for the niihau shell lei with his music. Aloha kahelelani the finest quality hawaiian shell jewelry. Direct to you from the island of niihau comes this beautiful niihau shell jewelry ranging in styles from casual to very dressy. Shells used in making niihau leis lei pupu o niihau a niihau shell lei is an intricate, individual, handsewn perpetual lei made from the tiny shells which populate the beaches of niihau island, and each piece of jewelry is unique owing to the selection of shells and the artisan who creates with them. There are four species of niihau shells, or pupu niihau. Niihau shell leis by linda paik moriarty havaiki 2020.

A niihau shell lei is an intricate, individual, handsewn perpetual lei made from the tiny shells which. Niihau shell experts to confirm lei authenticity pacific. Kauai also has very talented lei makers and the sunrise shell or langfords pecten has become popular as a centerpiece that is combined with the more traditional styles of lei. Collected from the beaches of the forbidden island and painstakingly cleaned and sewn together is a legacy unique to its culture. Holes are handdrilled in each tiny shell in order to cause minimal damage.

Buy niihau shell leis by linda paik moriarty online at alibris. A niihau shell lei expert from kauai will offer authenticity consultations of the creations through written verification at the bishop museum and native books from may 17 to 23. Niihau shell lei are exquisite pieces of jewelry that have been fashioned from tiny natural objects of great beauty. The niihau shell lei niihau is probably most famous for the niihau shell necklaces or leis, that are handcrafted on island. After reading this book i can appreciate even more what effort is necessary for the collection and preparation of these shells before they are artfully assembled into. Shells used to make the niihau shell lei are found abundantly only on the shores of niihau, and this legislation was intended to protect the integrity of one of the few sources of income available to the niihau people. Some buyers select their lei solely on the basis of color, style, and length to suit their personal tastes and to complement their wardrobes, but other buyers shop for lei as they would for fine jewelry. When i first learned about the shells, the makers from niihau never used sunrise shells in their work, but it was more common on kauai. Remember kauai has 37 years of experience as a specialist in niihau shell leis, bracelets and earrings. Niihau shell lei, some shells can still be found on a few beaches on kauai. Kauai curators niihau shell lei custom shell jewelry. Pass through the small gift shop with an extensive book selection into the heritage gallery, where koa woodlined cases brim with exquisite niihau shell lei, feather. Comment if you have any questions and dont forget to check out my website lei day to learn. The art of leimaking has been passed down for many generations.

Niihau shell leis kolowalu books linda paik moriarty on. Selecting a niihau shell lei niihau cultural heritage. Niihau shell lei at na mea hawaii native books youtube. Full color photos throughout, tell the history and. This incredibly popular and beautiful jewelry composed of the tiny shells that populate the beaches of niihau can be yours to commemorate andor experience some of the niihau aloha from this. Aunty pam dow and her wonderful lei designers paid a visit to na mea hawaii native books to perform niihau shell lei restoration and stringing.