Honoring the Akuas (Gods), Laka gracefully performs the ancient Hula with strength and agility.

Hula is an essential part of life in Hawaii. Hula is a sacred ritual, a form of worship, a spiritual practice and discipline. Respectfully the dancers follow strict traditions when they pick the plants for their costumes and the Hula Kuahu (altar). Laka is also Goddess of the forest. Her Mana inspires the forest to grow and thrive.

The spirit of Laka dances through the dancer. The dancer and Laka become one, dancing inspired hula.

Laka means gentle, docile, attract. Many legends tell about Laka's fruitfulness. She is often referred to as the Goddess of Love. As the 'Giver of All Things' ancient chants ask Laka to attract love and wealth.

Laka's inspiring Mana teaches us many valuable Ha'awinas (lessons).

Laka's Tutu (grandmother) is her Kumu Hula (Hula Teacher). She taught her the powerful chants and movements of the Hula.

Tutu handcrafted the beige traditional Pa’u Hula skirt with matching underpants and top.

Tutu wove a Maile Haku (head lei), ankle, wrist and waist leis for her granddaughter. Maile is the lei of eternal love.

Last she wrapped a precious Tahitian Pearl wrapped necklace around her neck. All these precious things were Tutu’s gifts of Aloha to her Mo’opuna Wahine (granddaughter).

Laka is a 7” tall cloth doll. She was individually handcrafted on the Big Island of Hawaii with the greatest love and respect for all that is Hawaii. Her body is made out of doll skin and stuffed with high quality poly fill. The body is wired for flexibility. The eyes and mouth are intricately embroidered onto the face. All accessories were individually hand crafted.

Laka is not a dress up doll. All clothing and accessories are sewn and/or glued onto her.

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.

You may gently finger comb her hair.

Laka is a one of a kind Hawaiian Art Doll and comes with a booklet and certificate of authenticity. She is a collector’s item bringing you the spiritual power of Hawaii.

Every bit of Laka has been lovingly handcrafted to create a new friend who will last a lifetime.