Kōkō Pūʻalu Hua ʻai with Umi Kai

Foundational Techniques for Making Kōkō Pūʻalu with Umi Kai

Join master cultural practitioner Umi Kai for an immersive, hands-on workshop in the foundational art of making kōkō pūʻalu — traditional Hawaiian net bags used for gathering and carrying.

In this session, participants will learn essential techniques passed down through generations, including:

• Creating a net piko (center point): the heart of every kōkō pūʻalu.
• Mastering the knot: how to properly tie and secure each knot so it holds firm and doesn’t slip.

Guided by Umi Kai’s deep cultural knowledge and years of experience, this workshop offers more than technical skill — it’s a chance to connect with traditional Hawaiian practices of resourcefulness, respect, and craftsmanship.

Cost is $110 with additional fees