http://www.itigifts.co.nz en-nz Iti Gifts 30 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401569 The color green is the color of balance and harmony. From a color psychology perspective, it is the great balancer of the heart and the emotions, creating equilibrium between the head and the heart. From a meaning of colors perspective, green is also the color of growth, the color of spring, of renewal and rebirth. It renews and restores depleted energy. It is the sanctuary away from the stresses of modern living, restoring us back to a sense of well being. 004, 22 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401569 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401568 Positive keywords include: loyalty, trust and integrity, tactful, reliability and responsibility, conservatism and perseverance, caring and concern, idealistic and orderly, authority, devotion and contemplation, peaceful and calm. Negative keywords include: being rigid, deceitful and spiteful, self-righteous, superstitious and emotionally unstable, too conservative, predictable and weak, unforgiving, and frigid. It can also indicate manipulation, unfaithfulness and untrustworthiness. 003, 21 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401568 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401567 Today is my Mokopuna's 4th birthday so im putting up a nice bright tiki for today. Similar to last Hotpink Tiki but with a Pearlex sheen and with your choice of a pink cord or black cord which hangs from the tiki's neck, not plaited thru the head 003, 20 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401567 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401566 Turquoise represents open communication from and between the heart and the spoken word. It relates to the electronic age and the world of computers, and communication on a large scale.Being the mid color between the extremes of red and violet, turquoise is the color of balance, for the emotions, thoughts and speech. Turquoise has the ability to tune into its own needs and find the way to success. 003, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401566 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401565 Burgundy is more sophisticated and serious and less energetic than true red. It indicates controlled power, determined ambition and dignified action and is often favored by the wealthy. 003, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401565 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401564 "King Country" by Kerry Nicholls, (1884) "In former times we lived differently; each tribe had its territory. We lived in pa placed high upon the mountains. The men looked to war as their only occupation, and the women and the young people cultivated the fields. We were a strong and a healthy people then. When the pakeha came, everything began to die away, even the natural animals of the country. ..." 003, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401564 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401563 Photographed with a cast iron gecko ornament bcoz i love gecko's, mokomoko, tuatara .... I have fond memories of being at our nannys whare in Carroll St, TeKuiti and watching the mokomoko scuttling out of the old chair on the porch and thought it was cool that we could pull their tails off and they'd still be alive ..... 003, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401563 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401562 Photographed in Rimu Tree - Rimu is found in forests throughout New Zealand. Captain Cook's crew drank spruce beer made from rimu and manuka to prevent scurvy. In more recent times rimu has been added to beer for added flavour. The juice from a cut stem of rimu is said to encourage hair growth when applied directly to the scalp... 003, 15 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401562 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401560 One wahine of note i'd like to acknowledge is Torere-nui-a-rua. She was the daughter of Hoturoa, captain of the Waka Tainui. She disembarked from the Waka on its journey around the East coast, and married Manaakiao, tangata whenua of the area now known as Torere. Torere is located on the East Coast between Opotiki and Te Kaha and is known to be a Tainui stronghold ... yes whanau a little piece of Tainui smack dab in between Whakatohea and Te Whanau-a-Apanui ... named after a Tainui Woman. 002, 14 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401560 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401559 Kotukutuku or Fuschia pinks/purple - ... "John Hetet stood a moment alone, his spear held in two hands pointing at the feet of the oncoming visitor. Then leaping into the air, with an athleticim astonishing in a man well into his sixties ....". .......You'll find the rest in our whakapapa book, so kia tere whanau, send in your whakapapa ........ :) 002, 13 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401559 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401558 The colour pink is known to be the universal colour of healing and unconditional love, which has an immense relaxing and soothing effect on the physical, mental and spiritual body. Pink colour is known to suppress aggression, hostile and anxiety ridden behaviour in short time. The sedating and muscle relaxing effects of pink has been tested in geriatrics, prison reform, adolescent and family therapy. 002, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401558 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401557 Rastafari/Reggae colours - Rastafarianism is a religion based on social change, and reggae is the means of spreading these beliefs. The message of Rastafarianism has been spread worldwide by reggae artists like Bob Marley, Burning Spear, Peter Tosh, and many others. The meaning of the colours: Green (vegetataion of Ethiopia), Gold (mineral wealth of Ethiopia), and, Red (blood of Ethiopians). 002, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401557 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401556 Black is authoritative and powerful; because black can evoke strong emotions, too much can be overwhelming. Black represents a lack of color, the primordial void, emptiness. It is a classic color for clothing, possibly because it makes the wearer appear thinner and more sophisticated. makes one feel inconspicuous. Provides a restful emptiness. Is mysterious by evoking a sense of potential and possibility 002, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401556 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401555 Yellow shines with optimism, enlightenment, and happiness. Shades of golden yellow carry the promise of a positive future. Yellow will advance from surrounding colors and instill optimism and energy, as well as spark creative thoughts. Stimulates mental processes, stimulates the nervous system, activates memory, encourages communication. Song: Yellow Submarine Flower: Kowhai Food: Juicy sweet corn 002, 9 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401555 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401554 Silver is a mineral that is said to mirror the soul, strengthen the connection between astral and physical bodies, and enhance intuitive and psychic energies. Silver is mystically considered to improve speech, bring eloquence. It is also purported to attract, enhance and store the energies of gemstones, as well as draw out negative energies. Silver is related to the moon, and moon energies. 002, 8 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/401554 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/399039 DAY 7: Tino Rangatira, Red/white/Black. Black: Te Kore. the realm of potential, the heavens, the darkness from which the world emerged. White: Te Ao Maarama, the the realm of being, the world of light, the physical world. Red: Te Whei Ao, the realm of coming into being. Koru: (the white curling front shape in the middle of the flag) respresents the unfolding of new life, rebirth, continuity, renewal and hope for the future. (google tino rangatira flag for full explanation) ... 001, 7 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/399039 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/398887 Steely Black Blue Tiki with pale blue crystal eyes, on contrasting light blue cord (or your choice of black cord). Chakra: Throat, neck, hands, arms . Movie: Blue Lagoon. Song: Baby Blue. Fav Food: Blue Berries. Symbolism: Trustworthy, dependable, committed. Blue is perceived as a constant in our lives. Useless facts: Blue is the favored color choice for toothbrushes. Owls are the only birds that can see the color blue. People are often more productive in blue rooms. 001, 6 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/398887 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/398886 Wasabi Green (Peridot colour) Tiki lying amongst the kowhai seeds on the ground in the ngahere. Hangs from neck on your choice of same colour neck cord or black. Symbolises: life, nature, fertility, wellbeing, balance, growth, harmony, peace, ecology. Chakra: Heart - complete chest area. Stones: Pounamu - this tiki is more like peridot. Uses: Relaxing, Balance. Movies: The Green Mile. Music: Green Green Grass of Home Fav Food: Lime thickshakes. Star Sign: (Peridot) Leo, August 001, 5 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/398886 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/398881 DAY 4: Black Violet (sitting on my Agapanthus). This tiki has a black base with Violet/Purple pearlex sheen, once again with the Preciosa crystal eyes and plaited braid. Uses: meditation, spirituality. Symbolism: Royalty, purpose. Chakra: Crown (links individual and univeral) Movies: The colour Purple. Song: Purple Rain. Food: Maori potato (purple inside) Flower: Lavendar, Agapanthus. Month: February Stone: Amethyst 001, 4 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/398881 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/398728 Cream & Beige mixed Tiki, presciosa crystal eyes and pito, braided cord (photographed sitting on natural harakeke kono). Google: Beige is dependable, conservative, and flexible, neutral, calm, and relaxing. Here it is mixed with a cream/ivory colour ...Ivory, a neutral, relaxing, and calming color, has some of the same pureness and softness of the color white, but with a warmer tone. 001, 3 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/398728 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/398586 According to various sources, orange is the colour of creativity, sexuality, joy, enthusiasm, and promotes a general sense of wellness. Orange radiates warmth and happiness, combing the physical energy and stimulation of red with the cheerfulness of yellow. The colour psychology of orange is optimistic and uplifting, rejuvenating our spirit..... (Tiki no. 2, sitting on gorgous deep green kete with feather trim) 001, 2 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/398586 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/398508 The Polymer clay tiki which will be part of the fundraiser will be med size, 7 x 3.5cm, however, to start off, TIKI-A-DAY 1 is a lg size 8.5 x 5.5 (one off) for sale at the agreed $28.00 as attached 001, 1 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/398508 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/398320 This is a trial web page for a whanau fundraiser. For a month or two I will be making a Polymer clay TIKI A DAY, for sale at $28 including courier postage, to the first one interested or to the first one who posts SOLD either here or on our facebook page, so check us out on January 1st, 2012 .....for our first Tiki a day sale. 053, 31 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.itigifts.co.nz/webapps/i/77067/277360/398320