Aug 27, 2024 · Explore the rich meanings of Māori patterns like Niho Taniwha, Poutama, Pātiki, and Kaokao. Learn how to weave your own Halo Macrame with our DIY Kits and step-by-step guide.

Poutama (steps) Poutama represents the growth of man. In that mans ability to grow and strengthen is forever striving upwards. Niho Taniwha (dragons/monsters teeth) Usually represented by triangular shapes this pattern was named by Te Hikapuhi in the late 19th Century in which the triangular shapes were to resemble dragon/monster teeth.

The kitset provides all the resources including the step-by-step easy to follow instructions. Choose from four different patterns of Poutama, Pātiki, Niho Taniwha and Te Ara Poutama. Complete the mahi (work) in approximately 40 minutes.

Niho Taniwha has been identified as a pattern of Te Arawa and Waikato iwi. The teeth-like triangular shapes of niho taniwha are 'taniwha' teeth; they are usually arranged in vertical rows with the apex (highest point) at the top. How to make a tukutuku panel. Patterns to use on the Tukutuku panel. remix this book!

Poutama The pillar shows three interpretations of the stepped poutama pattern, signifying the growth of man, striving ever upwards. In meeting houses, the panels are usually mirror imaged so that the steps climb upwards from both sides to reach the summit at the centre.

Many forms are related to mythologies, the stories about them vary from iwi to iwi. Some of the traditions are recorded here; this information has been drawn heavily from the works of Te Rangi Hiroa, and of John M. Mepham at Tokomaru Bay.

These diagrams show some of the most common tukutuku patterns and their names (although names vary from tribe to tribe). In more recent times, tukutuku panels have also included representational designs such as the kiwi and whare.