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Celebrating Matariki: Honouring the Māori New Year
Matariki is the Māori name for the Pleiades star cluster, which rises in the midwinter sky and marks the beginning of the Māori New Year....
Jun 113 min read
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Celebrating Our Māmā: A Mātātuhi Designs Mother’s Day Reflection
Mother’s Day is a time to honour the strength, love, and aroha that our māmā, wāhine, and maternal figures bring into our lives. At...
May 52 min read
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Ko wai au? Who Am I?
Kia ora, I’m Kelly – the founder and creative behind Mātātuhi Designs. I was born and raised in Auckland, Aotearoa, and I’ve been living...
Mar 232 min read
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Waitangi Day: A Celebration of Solidarity, Identity, and Progress
Waitangi Day is a powerful reminder of who we are as Māori and as a nation. It is a day to reflect on the promises made under Te Tiriti o...
Feb 42 min read
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Protecting Te Ao Māori: A Response to the Treaty Principles Bill
The proposed Treaty Principles Bill has sparked intense debate, and as a Māori, I can’t ignore the pain and frustration it brings. On one...
Jan 73 min read
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The Magic of Christmas: A Time for Connection and Celebration
As the year winds down, there’s a certain magic in the air. The lead-up to Christmas is a time filled with excitement, reflection, and...
Dec 20, 20242 min read
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Behind the Scenes of Creating a Product: From Idea to Online Launch
At Mātātuhi Designs, every product we create begins with a purpose. We want our pieces to not only be visually appealing but to carry a...
Dec 4, 20243 min read
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Ensuring Authenticity in Every Step: Upholding Tikanga Māori at Mātātuhi Designs
At Mātātuhi Designs, authenticity isn’t just a buzzword; it’s the cornerstone of everything we do. Our commitment to upholding tikanga...
Nov 15, 20242 min read
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Our Experience at the Konei Markets at Westfield Coomera
Yesterday, we had the pleasure of participating in the Konei Markets at Westfield Coomera, and it was a fantastic experience that gave us...
Nov 3, 20241 min read
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The Story Behind the Mātātuhi Designs Logo
At Mātātuhi Designs, our logo is more than just a brand symbol, it carries deep cultural significance and reflects the very essence of...
Oct 30, 20242 min read
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Exploring My Whakapapa: Embracing My Roots as Ngā Puhi and Taranaki
Navigating the complexities of identity within Māoridom can often be a journey as intricate and storied as the whakapapa that defines us....
Sep 10, 20242 min read
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Navigating the Complexities of Plagiarism and Cultural Integrity in Design
In the world of design, creativity often draws from a variety of sources. But what happens when inspiration crosses the line into...
Aug 31, 20243 min read
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The Perfect Father’s Day Gift – The Pāpā Hoodie
As Father’s Day quickly approaches, I find myself in the midst of a heartwarming rush to pack and ship the final orders of our beloved...
Aug 27, 20242 min read
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