Friday 1 September 2023

Tukutuku Pattern Ideas


Pātiki 

Flounder (fish)



Poutama

The stepped pattern symbolises levels of attainment and advancement and the growth of man, striving ever upwards and for betterment.




Kaokao

This pattern represents a side profile of a person's body. This pattern is about protection.



Niho Taniwha

The teeth-like triangular shapes of niho taniwha are 'dragon's' teeth



Roimata

Roimata meaning tear (of crying), grief and renewed life. Roimata toroa describes the tukutuku pattern formed with stitches that fall vertically, tears of the albatross.