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How to play a Cook Islands Ukulele
Playing a Cook Islands ukulele, also known as a ukarere, is a delightful experience that combines traditional Polynesian music with unique cultural elements. To start, hold the ukulele close to your body with your right arm resting on the top edge, while your left hand supports the neck. Familiarize yourself with the standard tuning of […]
Learn how to blow a helmet shell (pu shell)
In Polynesian culture, the conch shell, often referred to as a “pu” in Hawaiian or “pū” in other Polynesian languages, is traditionally used as a wind instrument. The conch shell is an important cultural symbol and plays a significant role in various ceremonies, rituals, and everyday activities. Historical and Cultural Significance The conch shell is […]
Island Craft Introduces Extra-Large Coconut Bras — Shipping Globally from Rarotonga, Cook Islands
Island life is renowned for its vibrant culture, beautiful landscapes, and innovative use of natural resources. Rarotonga, the largest of the Cook Islands, has long been at the forefront of using what nature provides to create both functional and decorative items, blending tradition with modern sensibilities. One of the unique and symbolic items that epitomizes […]
Pate (Wooden Drum)
Cook Islands Pate Wooden Drums: A Cultural Treasure of the South Pacific The Cook Islands, a group of 15 small islands in the South Pacific, are known for their stunning beaches, crystal-clear waters, and rich cultural traditions. One of these traditions is the use of the pate wooden drum, a large, barrel-shaped drum that is […]
Monoi Coconut Oils
Tahitian Monoi Oil: Origins, Benefits, and Uses Tahitian Monoi Oil is a luxurious cosmetic oil that has been used for centuries by the people of French Polynesia. It is made by infusing the petals of the Tiare flower (Gardenia tahitensis) in refined coconut oil, resulting in a fragrant, deeply hydrating oil that is prized for […]
Left-handed Ukulele
Believe it or not left handed Ukuleles exist and in this article you’; see the difference between a right handed and left handed ukulele.
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21st Key Story
Lydia was born on the 23rd of November 1998, in sunny Rarotonga. She is the biological daughter of Tangimokopuna Kimitaunga but was raised by her adopted parents Nootai and Oki Karena on the island of Mangaia. She is the apple of her parents eye, the flower of their home and the answer to her parents […]
Carved Black Pearls
Carved Pacific Black Pearls: Origin, Production, and Uses Pacific black pearls, are a type of cultured pearl that is primarily produced in Cook Islands. These pearls are formed by the black-lipped oyster (Pinctada margaritifera), which is native to the waters around the islands of Tahiti and other Pacific Island nations. Pacific black pearls are known […]
