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Maori Weaving: The Art of Creating Maori Textiles – Huia Publishers

Discover the artistry and cultural significance of Maori weaving in Maori Weaving: The Art of Creating Maori Textiles. Since the arrival of their ancestors in Aotearoa New Zealand, Maori have harnessed the versatile properties of harakeke (New Zealand flax) to craft everyday and ceremonial items, while also preserving knowledge, genealogy, and stories through intricate woven patterns.

This richly illustrated book details the entire weaving process—from selecting and preparing flax to creating works of both tradition and innovation. It explores the origins of weaving, showcases traditional and contemporary applications, and highlights the beauty of finished works, including mats, baskets, cloaks, piupiu, and modern fibre art using materials such as plastic, ribbon, and wire.

Key Features:

Comprehensive guide to Maori weaving traditions and processes

Step-by-step insights into selecting, preparing, and weaving flax

Rich photographic detail of techniques, patterns, and finished works

Covers both traditional and contemporary weaving styles and materials

Explores weaving as a means of recording history, culture, and identity

Publisher: Huia Publishers
Format: Soft Cover
ISBN: 9781775501923
Ideal For: Adults, students, artists, weavers, and anyone interested in Maori art, culture, and textile traditions

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