Ōrongonui

The central motif of this design displays the 4 moon phases - Rakaunui phase (highest), Tangaroa phase (productive), Whiro phase (lowest) and Tamatea (unpredictable). This homage in Moon white sits in balance with the female essence, in Hutu red , portraying the importance of being attuned to the natural flow of vitality in our cycles of life to promote harmony and growth.

Okori blue permeates throughout the body of this design, reflecting the cycle of wai ever flowing, a symbol of sustainability, and resilience and perpetuity.

The poutama stepped pattern is traditionally associated with Tāne and ‘the pursuit of knowledge’, within this design it acknowledges Rongomātāne , and speaks to maintaining balance in our pursuit.

The pūrākau of Whānui, the star Vega, recounts also the story of his brother Rongo-maui and whakapapa describing kūmara as his descendants. Rongo-mai , is the name of the being that ascended to the moon, his story is re-written across the sky every 75 years as Halley’s Comet, a phenomenon recognised as a good omen of protection and guidance.

These celestial accounts of Rongo and their relationship with the land are reflected in the Rua-whetū pattern in the side panels of this design. Rua-whetū - a chasm of stars.

This blanket is woven in our heavy style with a thicker yarn using 100% New Zealand Lambswool, the result is a larger & more robust blanket. There are six different weave structures to embellish this design with a reversible contrasting colour pallet and features our classic blanket stitch edging.

To find out more about the inspiration for this blanket, head to our journal

Dimensions

- 140 x 210cm
- 2.5 kg
- Designed by Whakaawa and Josh Te Kani