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Tivaevae Collectables

Artistic & creative fabric art

Be prepared to act quickly when you spot signage for Tivaevae Collectables on the coastal road near the western end of the airport runway. The shop is downstairs in a large house down a quick-drop driveway on the inland side of the road.

Here you’ll find all sorts of tropical gear including bedspreads, duvet covers, pillow cases, cushion covers, dresses, skirts, table cloths - and the most amazing rito hats made by the women of Penrhyn island using the inner stem of the coconut palm.

Tivaevae is a form of artistic quilting traditionally done by Polynesian women, and is considered the ultimate gift at weddings, birthdays and funerals.

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Tivaevae Collectables

Art

Rarotonga Shopping

Text © Craig McLachlan

Image by Craig McLachlan