Sands Carving Studio

Sands Carving Studio Traditional & Contemporary Taonga Hand-Crafted to Reveal the Beauty of Aotearoa's Natural Resources Maori Taonga/ Treasures.

Jewelry, weapons and musical instruments.

Kahurangi Porohita Stg - Greenstone Disc Pendant ⎆ https://shortlink.store/rofg6jjwi4sp ⎆Porohita are the circles that ...
11/09/2026

Kahurangi Porohita Stg - Greenstone Disc Pendant
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Porohita are the circles that represent the completion of cycles and are often thought seen in the sky through the celestial bodies, Tama-nui-te-rā and Hine-te-Marama, the sun and the moon. This pendant may be the ideal gift for one who you wish to orient your life around.

Our jewellery is individually crafted in our studio, ensuring every piece is unique.

This piece was handcrafted by John Mayo.

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Hei Matau Kōkopu - Greenstone Fishhook Pendant ⎆ https://shortlink.store/l4ozjaqvfafc ⎆The treasures and vital sustenanc...
06/09/2026

Hei Matau Kōkopu - Greenstone Fishhook Pendant
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The treasures and vital sustenance of Tangaroa, kaitiaki (protector) of the ocean, required our tūpuna (ancestors) to be expert mariners. The lines and curves of the matau (fishhook) not only represent abundance and prosperity but also safe passage across life's journeys, echoing the voyages undertaken by those who first explored and settled Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa - the vast Pacific.

This hei matau was carved by Jeremy Walsh from Kōkopu pounamu sourced from Big Bay of Te Wai Pounamu, Aotearoa. It measures 47mm by 28mm, has a semi-gloss finish, and is bound with an adjustable hand-braided cord.

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Apprentice - Niho (Tooth) [Single Day Workshop] ⎆ https://shortlink.store/fnyymyb6aggt ⎆Schedule an apprentice level Car...
04/09/2026

Apprentice - Niho (Tooth) [Single Day Workshop]
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Schedule an apprentice level Carve Your Own pounamu workshop for a niho - a tooth.

Book the session by paying the $100 deposit to Carve Your Own Taonga. The total price is dependent on the final size of the taonga carved on the day. Deposits are refundable with a minimum of 24 hours' notice before the appointment.

Please see the table below for details and prices.

Length
50mm
60mm
70mm
80mm
90mm
100mm

Price
$250
$300
$350
$400
$450
$500

Create your own taonga (treasured object) with the guidance of our expert carvers, using authentic pounamu (New Zealand greenstone). You don’t need any experience - you’ll shape the stone yourself, step by step, with our support.

This workshop is designed for entry-level carvers with next to no carving experience, and will take up to 6-7 hrs. In this workshop we will cover the cultural history of the form, the tools and skills necessary for stone-carving and will guide participants through the process of creating a niho pounamu. By the end of the workshop, participants will have a fully completed and bound niho to take home.

* Please read Terms & Conditions before booking your session.

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Apprentice - Roimata (Teardrop) [Single Day Workshop] ⎆ https://shortlink.store/yuhmxvw90cyp ⎆Schedule an apprentice-lev...
30/08/2026

Apprentice - Roimata (Teardrop) [Single Day Workshop]
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Schedule an apprentice-level Carve Your Own pounamu workshop for a roimata - a teardrop.

Book the session by paying the $100 deposit to Carve Your Own Taonga. The total price is dependent on the final size of the taonga carved on the day. Deposits are refundable with a minimum of 24 hours' notice before the appointment.

Please see the table below for details and prices.

Length
50mm
60mm
70mm
80mm
90mm
100mm

Price
$250
$300
$350
$400
$450
$500

Create your own taonga (treasured object) with the guidance of our expert carvers, using authentic pounamu (New Zealand greenstone). You don’t need any experience - you’ll shape the stone yourself, step by step, with our support.

This workshop is designed for entry-level carvers with next to no carving experience, and will take up to 6-7 hrs. In this workshop we will cover the cultural history of the form, the tools and skills necessary for stone-carving and will guide participants through the process of creating a roimata pounamu. By the end of the workshop, participants will have a fully completed and bound roimata to take home.

* Please read Terms & Conditions before booking your session.

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Svord Knife with Totoweka Pounamu Handle ⎆ https://shortlink.store/5a-vwzbtzefr ⎆This knife, featuring a pounamu handle,...
28/08/2026

Svord Knife with Totoweka Pounamu Handle
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This knife, featuring a pounamu handle, is a collaboration between premium knife makers Svord and Sands Carving Studio. It comes with a custom, handmade leather sheath for secure and stylish storage. As a Deluxe Sporting Model, it boasts a blade length of 10cm

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Rei P**a Parāoa - S***m Whale Tooth Pendant ⎆ https://shortlink.store/3zftguld9asr ⎆Often considered descendants of Tang...
23/08/2026

Rei P**a Parāoa - S***m Whale Tooth Pendant
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Often considered descendants of Tangaroa, whales are highly regarded tūpuna (ancestors) symbolizing abundance and strength. Rei p**a parāoa (s***m whale tooth pendants) are highly prized for their rarity and were often worn by rangatira (chiefs, respected leaders) leading to the saying “He rei ngā, he parāoa ngā kauae.” - If you have a s***m whale's teeth, you must have a s***m whale's jaw to carry them.

This rei niho parāoa was carved in our Kirikiriroa workshop by Alex Sands from a single s***m whale tooth and measures 11cm tall by 4cm wide. The front of the tooth is polished to a semi-gloss finish engraved with natural edge, with the back half being kept in its natural state.

***N.B: We are unable to ship Whalebone items outside of NZ***

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Patu Maire - Native Timber Club ⎆ https://shortlink.store/i3eu1vc1mtzc ⎆Identical in form to mere pounamu, patu are shor...
21/08/2026

Patu Maire - Native Timber Club
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Identical in form to mere pounamu, patu are short striking weapons made used by both men and women during oratory and warfare. Used in short quick motions, they could be augmented with a longer string wrapped around the hand to create a close-range projectile. In today’s world, their use is largely ceremonial with orators wielding patu in their left hand, adding weight to their words.

These patu were carved by Steven Fehoko from black maire sourced from central Waikato of Te Ika-a-Māui, Aotearoa. They measure approximately 360mm by 90mm, have a semi-polished finish, and is bound with an hand-braided cord.

Note: This listing is for a single patu maire. Please get in contact if a specific one is desired, otherwise one will be chosen at random from our collection.

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Manaia Kōkopu - Greenstone Guardian Pendant ⎆ https://shortlink.store/ldpnory0b70c ⎆Manaia, a powerful personal guardian...
16/08/2026

Manaia Kōkopu - Greenstone Guardian Pendant
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Manaia, a powerful personal guardian in Māori tradition, embodies mana – the concept of power, authority, and prestige. Believed to possess ethereal presence and energy, the manaia protects its wearer and maintains spiritual balance. In Māori cosmology, the manaia is often depicted as a kaitiaki (protector) and messenger between the earthly and spiritual worlds.

This manaia was carved by Jeremy Walsh from kōkopu pounamu sourced from Marsden in Te Wai Pounamu, Aotearoa. It measures 105mm by 48mm, has a matt finish, and is bound with an adjustable hand-braided cord.

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Manaia Kōkopu - Greenstone Guardian Pendant ⎆ https://shortlink.store/yjno2au2npmk ⎆Manaia, a powerful personal guardian...
14/08/2026

Manaia Kōkopu - Greenstone Guardian Pendant
⎆ https://shortlink.store/yjno2au2npmk ⎆

Manaia, a powerful personal guardian in Māori tradition, embodies mana – the concept of power, authority, and prestige. Believed to possess ethereal presence and energy, the manaia protects its wearer and maintains spiritual balance. In Māori cosmology, the manaia is often depicted as a kaitiaki (protector) and messenger between the earthly and spiritual worlds.

This manaia was carved by Jeremy Walsh from kōkopu pounamu sourced from Marsden of Te Wai Pounamu, Aotearoa. It measures 107mm by 54mm, has a semi-gloss finish, and is bound with an adjustable hand-braided cord.

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Manaia Matau Kawakawa - Greenstone Gaurdian Fishhook Pendant ⎆ https://shortlink.store/6n9om_fti7-e ⎆Manaia, a powerful ...
09/08/2026

Manaia Matau Kawakawa - Greenstone Gaurdian Fishhook Pendant
⎆ https://shortlink.store/6n9om_fti7-e ⎆

Manaia, a powerful personal guardian in Māori tradition, embodies mana – the concept of power, authority, and prestige. Believed to possess ethereal presence and energy, the manaia protects its wearer and maintains spiritual balance. In Māori cosmology, the manaia is often depicted as a kaitiaki (protector) and messenger between the earthly and spiritual worlds.

The treasures and vital sustenance of Tangaroa, kaitiaki (protector) of the ocean, required our tūpuna (ancestors) to be expert mariners. The lines and curves not only represent abundance and prosperity but also safe passage across life's journeys, echoing the voyages undertaken by those who first explored and settled the vast Pacific.

This manaia hei matau was carved by Jeremy Walsh from kawakawa pounamu sourced from Big Bay of Te Wai Pounamu, Aotearoa. It measures 65mm by 50mm, has a glossy finish, and is bound with an adjustable hand-braided polyester cord.

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Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
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