Samoan Siapo Tahitian Pareo Traditional weaving

Traditional weaving

From the initial fast strumming of the Tahitian ukulele or banjo as it is lovingly referred to

with the right amount of stretch

• Adjustable strap with hide-away buckle

Note: No turtles were harmed in the making of these accessories

Samoan Siapo Tahitian Pareo Traditional weavingThroughout Samoan history, siapo (tapa) has maintained its major role as an item of exchange and formal presentation. Special occasions such as births, funerals, weddings and investiture of matai titles call for the presentations of siapo. Siapo is made from the bark of the mulberry tree. The bark is stripped off and pounded until it forms into a paper like cloth. Arrowroot paste is used to glue individual strips together to form a piece large enough