Ikaika and Pua’a are Hunters of Aloha and guardians. Together they walk fearlessly through the beautiful forest in the Kaiholena Mountains watching for dangers and threats to their beloved Ohana (family).

Pua’a is Ikaika’s Aumakua (Guardian Spirit). Ikaika and Pua’a are so closely connected that they have become inseparable friends.

Ikaika and Pua'a honor Kamapua'a, the Hawaiian Pig God, who was the protector of the pigs and cascading waterfalls bestowing abundant growth to the lands of Hawaii.

Ikaika’s Kuku (grandfather) helped him to make his Ihe (spear) out of wood. The top of the Ihe is surrounded by Ti leaves and a yellow feather lei for purification and protection. When the Ihe was finished Ikaika and his Kuku blessed it with a prayer and salt water from the Pacific Ocean.

Ikaika’s Tutu (grandmother) sewed his green lava lava (wraparound) with a Monstera leaf design and crocheted green underwear. The color green is associated with magic, growth and harmony. As an added blessing and for protection Tutu lovingly wove a Maile lei and crafted a tusk amulet and a hair stick for Ikaika. Maile is the lei of eternal love.

She stuck a Plumeria flower behind Pua’a’s ear.

All these things were Tutu’s and Kuku's sacred gifts of Aloha to their beloved Mo’opuna Kane (grandson).

Ikaika and Pua’a were individually handcrafted on the Big Island of Hawaii with the greatest love and respect for all that is Hawaii.

Ikaika is a 7” tall cloth doll. The body is made out of doll skin, stuffed with high quality poly fill and wired for flexibility. The eyes and mouth are intricately embroidered onto the face giving the doll a unique personality.

Pua’a is about 3” tall fitting in the palm of your hand. The body is made out of black synthetic fur. The tusks are made out of clay. All accessories were individually hand crafted.

Ikaika is not dress up dolls. All clothing and accessories are sewn and/or glued onto him, except for his Ihe which can be removed.

Doll care: Gently brush the dolls and their clothing with a soft toothbrush to remove dust. Always brush the faces and bodies upwards towards the hair. Do not brush the hair!

Ikaika and Pua’a are one of a kind Hawaiian Art Dolls and come with a booklet and certificate of authenticity. They are collector’s item bringing you the spiritual power of Hawaii.

Every bit of Ikaika and Pua’a has been lovingly handcrafted to create new friends who will last a lifetime.