art by RIWA specialise in making Wahakura Rīwā, a baby basinet woven from harakeke, that is able to be co-slept with parents/caregivers, while still giving the pëpe their own safe sleep space.
We also have other beautifully hand crafted items for pēpe including:
– Mattresses and Sheet Sets (all 100% cotton) to fit our Wahakura Rīwā
– Muka Pito Ties (use instead of umbilical cord clamps)
– Ipu Whenua (placenta burial container)
– NZ Merino Wool Wraps
– Bamboo Muslin Wraps
We also cater to kairaranga (weavers of Maori Art) with weaving tools including:
– Haehae (new tool coming soon)
– Hapine Stands & Bars (new tool coming soon)
– Resin Mussel Shells
– Scissors, knives, tape measures, sacking needles and pegs
For bulk orders of any of our products, please contact us directly on riwa@artbyriwa.co.nz for discounted prices.
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art by RIWA


The inside of the Wahakura Rīwā once dried

Pēpe (baby) sleeping in their Wahakura Aroha Rīwā, woven especially for this whānau (family)

Pēpe (baby) sleeping in their Wahakura Rīwā