{"product_id":"hapopo-serpentine-straight-curved-toki-adze-carved-by-hemi","title":"Hapopo Serpentine Straight Curved Toki (Adze) - Carved by Hemi","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHapopo Serpentine Straight Curved Toki (Adze)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHapopo Serpentine Straight Curved Toki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a taonga representing strength, leadership, resilience, and connection. Hand-carved by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16-year-old Māori carver Hemi Smiler Smith\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it honours the tradition of the toki (adze), a symbol of determination, achievement, and the ability to shape one's own path.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarved from genuine \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHapopo Serpentine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this taonga showcases rich natural green tones with subtle variations and markings that make every piece completely unique. The natural character of the stone reflects the enduring beauty and strength of Te Waipounamu. Its combination of a strong straight form and graceful curved profile creates a balanced design that represents focus, adaptability, and purpose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery stage of the carving process is completed by Hemi with patience, purpose, and respect for the whakapapa of the stone. From selecting and shaping the stone through to grinding, polishing, and finishing, each step contributes to the story of the taonga and honours its journey from te taiao into the hands of its wearer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe binding is completed by Hemi himself and carefully hand-finished, creating a connection between the stone, the carver, and the wearer. No two pieces are exactly the same, allowing each toki to carry its own natural character and story.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔹 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Genuine Hapopo Serpentine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔹 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Straight Curved Toki (Adze) – symbolising strength, leadership, resilience, and achievement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔹 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBinding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Waxed polyester cord, hand-bound by the carver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔹 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hand-polished to reveal the stone's natural depth and character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔹 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarver:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hemi Smiler Smith, 16-year-old Māori carver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔹 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hand-carved in Ōtautahi, Aotearoa New Zealand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔹 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne-of-a-kind:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural variations make every taonga unique\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether worn as a symbol of personal strength, gifted to mark an important milestone, or treasured as a connection to whakapapa and tradition, this toki carries both story and mauri.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreated with intention. Worn with meaning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExclusively available through Toki Toru Pounamu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whakapakari Ora Wahine Wellness","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48910727446667,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/9685\/3643\/files\/IMG_2301.jpg?v=1786577850","url":"https:\/\/whakapakariora.com\/products\/hapopo-serpentine-straight-curved-toki-adze-carved-by-hemi","provider":"Whakapakari Ora Wahine Wellness","version":"1.0","type":"link"}