Waharua Kōpito Kākāriki/Pango Pōtae (Emerald/Black Beanie)

Our much loved range, KĀKAHU TOITŪ is made in Aotearoa (spun, crafted, sewn). The fibre itself is Aotearoa inspired, utilizing Merino and Brushtail Possum. The Brushtail Possum , whose population has reached staggering proportions, are an introduced pest that decimates our native flora and fauna. Wearing environmentally friendly Possum knitwear gives you the opportunity to help with our fight to preserve New Zealand's fragile ecosystems.

The pattern throughout the range is called Waharua Kōpito. Inspired by self determination, the two mouths when placed in formation with the niho (teeth) represent the relationships we have each other and ourself. The line work and notches refer to us the people empowered in unity. Ki te kotahi te kākaho ka whati, ki te kāpuia e kore e whati - Alone we can be broken. Standing together we are invincible - Kīngi Tawhiao

Pōtae Sizing: One Size Aprox 56cm

Fabric: 60% Merino Wool, 30% Possum, 10% Mulberry Silk

Care: Gentle cool hand wash, dry flat. Do not iron or tumble dry.