Inspiration
Two proverbs resonate with me. One by Erich Kästner from my German heritage and the other from my husband’s New Zealand heritage…
“Es gibt nichts Gutes, außer man tut es” – There’s nothing good, unless you do it.
Erich Kästner
“Hutia te rito o te harakeke, Kei whea te komako e ko? Ki mai ki ahau; He aha te mea nui o te Ao? Maku e ki atu, he tangata, he tangata, he tangata.”
If the heart of harakeke was removed, where will the bellbird sing? If I was asked, what was the most important thing in the world; I would be compelled to reply; It is people, it is people, it is people!
Maori Proverb
They guide me, they keep me grounded and empower me at the same time. Feel free to be part of my journey – both the weaving one and the photography as well. Connect with me through various channels and means and meet me along the way.
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Mahi Raranga – Weaving
Mahi Raranga – NZ Flax Weaving – the old art to create taonga (treasures) with our NZ native fibers such as NZ Flax, Pingao, Kiekie and others.
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Come and join our dedicated bunch of weavers and learn those quirky little things that you always wanted to know about but were too afraid to ask.
About Rita Baker
Meet Rita, originally from Dresden in Germany, together with husband Geoffrey of Ngapuhi, Ngati Rangi, and Te Hikutu descent.
Caring for Flax
We're always happy to show you how to take care of your plants. We have made videos on the subject and you're welcome to contact us with your questions.