All online orders are hand painted from the start to end.
Our lead times is about 3-5 weeks. Please be patient with the Christmas rush.
The best way to get our products would be to attend our Saturday/Sunday markets,
We also have some specials there too.
GREAT
NEWS
Every Saturday we are open!!!
We are now permanent weekly stall vendors at the
Britomart Saturday Markets.
This is in Takutai Square in Gore Street CBD.
The markets run from 8am to 2pm every Saturday.
On the last Sunday of the month we attend the
Titirangi Village Markets from 8-2pm.
Our Families of 4, 6, 8 and 10s.
Available in Papau New Guinea, Fiji, Tonga, Cook Islands, Maori, Rotuma, Samoa, Kiribati, Hawaii, Niue,
Tokelau, Tahiti, Solomon Islands, Tuvalu, China and India.
- Multiple DatesSat, 07 DecCity Farmers' Market at Britomart07 Dec 2024, 8:00 am – 2:00 pmCity Farmers' Market at Britomart, Te Ara Tahuhu Walking Street, Britomart Place, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New ZealandThis market is buzzing from when it opens at 8am. With a wide range of stalls and foods, this would have to be one of our favourite markets we attend. A fusion of foods and arts and crafts. Many visitors to the Auckland CBD, event goers, students, residents and tourist love this market for its range
 Samoan Purple |  Waka |  Tahiti |  Titirangi Markets |  Samoan Logo |  Waharoa |
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 Polynesiand aiga |  Family Reuinon |  Papua New Guinea |  Show set up |  Matariki Series |  Ulearn display |
 Angles Nativity |  Cavemen and Dinosaurs |  3 Wisemen |  Solomon Islands |  Chinese |  |
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Our Story
At It Takes a Village,
we specialize in hand painted/crafted
Multicultural Resources, meticulously crafted to ignite curiosity and foster cultural pride.
We started with our Māori and Polynesian cultures and now have moved into more cultures that represent our communities in Aotearoa.
OUT OF STOCK
on all waka and outriggers.
At It Takes a Village,
From intricately detailed peg doll pieces and villages representing iconic cultural structures each creation is a testament to our commitment to sharing the richness of our cultures with the world.
What sets us apart is not just our products but the personal touch we bring to every piece. With products painted live at markets, children and adults alike get a glimpse into the artistic process, fostering a deeper connection with our creations and the cultures they represent.
We have been asked by many kaiako if we are able to paint some of the cultures they are experiencing growth in their early childhood centres and schools.
Keep an eye out for our new cultures been released soon.
How we started.
It all began with a shared passion for education and a deep-rooted desire to fill a gap in cultural resources for children. With over two decades of kindergarten teaching experience in South Auckland,
Pulusea Seumanu, alongside his brother Afa, a seasoned signwriter, recognized the need for Māori and Polynesian resources in early childhood education. Drawing from their Samoan heritage, they set out to create something truly special.
As proud Samoan and Chinese Kiwis, we infuse our creations with elements from our diverse heritage, celebrating the beauty of cultural fusion. From Chinese cultural additions to plans for exploring more cultures in the future, our goal is to create a tapestry of diversity that resonates with people from all walks of life.
Participation in markets and events has not only attracted crowds but also inspired suggestions for new products and cultures. From educators using our dolls as ice breakers to families seeking culturally rich resources, we have been asked to make chess sets, wedding cake toppers and the demand for our creations continues to grow.