Pahi Kaua Workshop with Kukini Suwa | Afternoon Session

Kumu Kukini Suwa will provide participants with the knowledge and practice to make a pahi kaua (Hawaiian war knife). The long dagger is made from the nuku (bill) of a aʻu kū (broadbill swordfish). The nuku will have handle pre-cut. Participants will use files and rasps to sharpen the edge and shape the handle. Students will then sand the pahu kaua smooth. Participants will finish with a short wrapped handle made of coconut cordage. Participants are encouraged to wear clothing that can get dirty and a little smelly when we will be shaping and sanding a nuku aʻu kū (swordfish bill). Participants will take home a finished pahi kaua.

Cost: $100 for MNBG members, $125 for non-members (includes a one-year membership). Members please enter your discount code at the payment step. Contact us to check your membership status.

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/3eahynn8

You may also like the following events from Maui Nui Botanical Gardens:

• Next Saturday, 29th November, 10:00 am, Ulana Niu Wreath and Ornaments Workshop with Maui Grown 808 in Kahului
• Next month, 6th December, 09:00 am, Pahi Kaua Workshop with Kukini Suwa | Morning Session in Kahului
• Next month, 13th December, 09:00 am, Wreath Making with Native Plants | Morning Session in Kahului

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