How To Weave A Putiputi (Flower) Out of Harakeke (Flax)

Pamela Gill (Ngāti Porou, Te Aitanga-a-Hauiti) from EcoMatters talks about the tikanga for harvesting harakeke (New Zealand flax), and how to weave a putiputi (flower).

A great zero-waste, nature-based craft activity for teachers and parents to do with kids, putiputi can be woven as koha or gifts or for decorating your home or classroom. Perfect for a waste-free or plastic-free celebration!

Harakeke is a native plant in Aotearoa New Zealand that can be found in many parks, reserves and gardens. It can often be found close to awa (rivers) and wetlands.

To purchase native plants from the EcoMatters native plant nursery in New Lynn, Auckland, visit: www.ecomatters.org.nz/plants-online

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