Whether used for yarning circles, carrying collections, dramatic play, or as part of a culturally inclusive learning experiences, this resource encourages meaningful conversations about culture, Country, and land and sea.

Product Features:

• Handwoven by Torres Strait Islander artists.
• Made with natural coconut palm fibres.
• Approx. 37 diameter.
• Symbolic of cultural connection and community.
• Supports cultural awareness in line with EYLF and Australian Curriculum.
• Lightweight, durable, and ethically sourced.
• As your mandala dries, it will change colour.

By purchasing this item, you are supporting Indigenous artists and helping preserve traditional Torres Strait Islander practices.

Artist

Wasada Gutchen (Gucheng), connections to Mer Island (Murray Island) & Erub Island (Darnley Island), Torres Strait.

Traditional Torres Strait Islander weaving is a timeless practice for the cultural bearers of knowledge expanding its wisdom through time. The coconut tree is a ‘Story Tree’, with many uses that support island life as Salt Water People. The Coconut Tree is used for holistic living including ceremonial adornments, fibre innovations in everyday living, teaching and learning materials. Every woven piece has a unique journey and story, as Wasada enriches its continuity of traditional weaving, connecting her directly to her ancestral lineage of practice.