Samoan Siapo Lua Black Pearl Shell a collector of Polynesian art

a collector of Polynesian art or even a musician looking to expand a music repertoire

• 1" wide elastic waistband for extra comfort

is so close to the original flower

models demonstrate how taking the pareo from a simple piece of fabric and making fun beach attire

Children (8-12) - $20

Samoan Siapo Lua Black Pearl Shell a collector of Polynesian artThroughout 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