Largest Selection Of Koa Paddles In the States By Tikimaster.com

These classic Hawaiian solid koa wood canoe paddles are hand crafted in Kailua by our master carver. Each luxury home or office display paddle is approximately 60 inches (160 cm) long. The blade is about 1ft wide. In the picture, premium Koa also referred to as curly Koa is the most sought after, but we also make paddles with bird eye maple, walnut, purple heart and more (lighter or darker koa creates the same rich effect). Others have maple wood incorpated in either straight or fan-shaped strips.

Yet others are modeled after Tahitian racing paddles. Then there's the Hawaiian Warrior Paddle, used by ancient warriors as weapon. These attractive canoe paddles convey a message of leadersip, determination, and direction to any office, study, or living room.

As a single paddle or as a set, these paddles are very reasonably priced. All Koa paddles on our Web site are in stock and ready to ship via UPS 2-Day service. If you can't find what you are looking for, please call us as we have more in stock. We take one picture per paddle, so what you see is what you get. We guarantee it!

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Shipping A Giant Tiki By Tikimaster.com

Alright, so now the large Tiki is carved and you are getting ready to ship it to your customer. What is the best way to get it to its final destination in one piece?

As mentioned in our previous blog, the use of a forklift is a must since the Tiki could weigh as much as 800 lbs. Set up a custom pallet so that the tiki can rest flat on it without sticking out at all; that will prevent the shipper from damaging it when loading and unloading. In order to increase the stability of the Tiki, nail some 1" X 1" next to the head, butt and base.

Secure the Tiki with straps, 3 or 4 should do the trick. You can either stop right there and the Tiki is ready to go if the carrier will let you ship a parcel that is not stackable. In some cases, you may need to create a complete casing and build it strong enough to support other parcels on top of it.

Looking for large Tiki for your backyard? Look no further! At Tikimaster.com, we carry the largest selection of hand carved Tikis 8 feet and up. From Bishop Museum replicas to Polynesian Cultural Center Tikis, we guarantee to make your neighbor sick when you unveil your Tiki at your next SuperBowl luau party!

For more information, please contact Tikimaster.com via email or visit us online at www.tikimaster.com!

Giant Tiki: How To Move A Large Tiki By Tikimaster.com?

The largest Tiki that we carved so far is about 10 feet with a diameter of about 3.5 feet. The picture showns was carved from a 200 year old airpod tree from the Waikiki zoo. The Tiki is now overseeing the Northshore of Maui. The challenge like every large pieces is to move them before, during and especially after they have been carved. The forklift is the best way to go with large straps secured around the butt and the neck which will balance out the statue perfectly.

Large Tiki Carvings for Your Customers! TikiMaster.com not only has a huge selection of tiki masks, but we also have an enormous array of tiki statues and tiki totems; all of which will make you and your clients dream of Polynesia! We carry tikis that are as small as four inches tall to tikis that are 12 feet tall and everything in between. Our large tiki carvings are made in a variety of woods including palm, monkey pod, resin, and acacia. All of our tikis are known to bring good luck or other desirable qualities like wealth, prosperity and health. Don’t see the deity that you’re looking for? Call 877-677-4440 and we’ll help you find the perfect tiki for you!

Polynesian & Hawaiian Weapons By Tikimaster.com!

Polynesian Carving:
Polynesian carvings are a new trendy way to decorate, tropical style, in any room or your home or even at your office or retail store. Tiki masks, tiki totems, tiki sculptures, and even framed tikis are among the wide variety of Polynesian carvings that TikiMaster.com. Try using one of our unique carved Polynesian pieces instead of standard wall art to spice up the look of your desired room. Blending real or artificial plants with Polynesian carvings creates a very organic contrast and brings a room to a whole new level of tropical.

TikiMaster.com has the largest selection of Polynesian tiki carvings on the web. We have a variety of sizes and price points to fulfill everyone’s needs. Polynesian carvings galore at TikiMaster.com!

Floor-Standing Polynesian Carvings
No wall space for Polynesian carvings?? Why not try one of our free standing Polynesian carvings? TikiMaster.com’s Polynesian carvings consist of statues, totems; even our masks that have bases can be freestanding. Many of our floor standing Polynesian carvings are meant for protection of home or office.

Are Polynesian carvings not exactly what you are looking for? Well, check out TikiMaster.com for an array of other tropical art ranging from paintings to pottery and everything in between.

TropicalTikis360.com: Deep Discounts On Wood Carvings!

Looking for affordable wood carvings? Don't go any further! TropicalTikis360.com was launched with price conscious customers. After many reviews from multiple home decor Web sites, we landed on www.tropicaltikis360.com that offers a wide range of home decor products from tropical tikis, Hawaiian decor, koa paddles, Tiki bar, nautical and beach decor, pirate and crossbones accessories, surf signs, decorative wooden bowls and more!

Some of the deals offered at Tropical Tikis360 include a set of 3 masks for $39.90 or a set of 3 hand carved tiki statues for $49.00.

As one of Hawaii's finest manufacturer and online gift catalog companies, the company is able to offer a large selection of products such as: Tikis, Tiki masks, Tiki Bar, koa paddles, polynesian art, tropical decor, surf decor products, skull and bones accessories, pirate wall decor, island lifestyle products and more...

For more information, you can contact them via email or simply visit them at TropicalTikis360.com.

Buddha Outdoor Accents: Not Always Just About Tikis By Tikimaster.com!

While Tikis are a great way to add a piece of tropical accent to your backyard, Buddhas can also bring this Zen feeling into your surrounding. Not everyone feels that they should have a Tiki or a buddha in their home because of their religious belief believe it or not! People have come to us and told us there is only one God... Well, OK! Put that asides, you can turn your outdoor garden area into the ultimate gathering area. Sculptures made of wood or stone from Tikis, Buddhas to water features make great conversation pieces. You can visit us at Tikimaster.com or Buddha360.com to learn more on how to turn your garden into a staycation.

Aloha from the islands!

The Tikimaster Team.

Architectural Pots: Carved Out Palm Pots - "Make A Statement By Tikimaster.com!"

Our selection of architectural wooden pots are carved out from a palm tree. The grain of the palm has a beautiful finish, the sizes of our pots range from 30" to 70". They look great in pair if set up in an entry way or simply by itself with artifact coming out of it. These architectural wooden pots made of palm will be sure to make a statement at your next gathering. Each wooden pot was carved out, varnished and hand rubbed to give an exquisite finish. Only at Tikimaster.com

Made from palm wood which is hollowed out, sanded down and hand varnished to make a great statement either indoor or outdoor. Available in many sizes.

For more information, contact us or visit us at Tikimaster.com!

Outdoor coconut Tikis: How To Give A Beautiful Finish by Tikimaster?

Tikis made of coconut or palm wood are usually the best economic way to enhance your pool or outdoor area. Usually they are fairly affordable for about $200 for a 40", $300 for a 60" and $450 for a 70". While the grain of the coconut can be a little "boring" compare to Acacia Koa, Monkey Pod or other tropical wood, there are ways to enlight the finish of a coconut Tiki.

We recommend to use Thompson water sealant for outdoor use to give a natural finish which will protect the Tiki carving against the element.

If you wish to give a stain to your Tiki sculpture then a Polyehturene from Min-Wax works great! The beauty is that you can choose from many available different finish (from light brown to mahogany).

Another option is to burn with a torch the outer carvings of the Tiki which will bring some accents to it. Again upon completion apply a clear finish to protect the Tiki.

At last, if you wish to get your paint brushes out... a painted coconut can be a lot of fun and become a conversation piece at your next barbecue party.

For more information on how to finish your Tiki, please contact Tikimaster or visit http://www.tikimaster.com

Carved Tiki Surfboard 6 FT - Made In Hawaii Signature Carver

One of a kind hand carved Tiki surfboard by master carver Pulele in the Waiaenae Valley on the West side of Oahu. The surfboard is one inch thick and measures about 6 feet. The wood used is acacia Koa, great piece of island art.
Tikimaster.com: Your "One-Stop-Tiki Shop" for Tiki Products, Tiki Bar, koa and Island Lifestyle Decor! As one of Hawaii's finest manufacturer and online gift catalog companies, we offer a large selection of products such as: Tikis, Tiki masks, Tiki Bar, koa paddles, polynesian art, tropical decor, surf decor products, island lifestyle products and more...

Hawaiian Silk Leis - Bring Hawaii To Your Door Steps By Tikimaster

History of the Hawaiian Lei: It is widely believed, the first Polynesian settlers to the Hawaiian islands arrived during the 12th century. Amongst the necessary and favorite possessions brought, was the art and traditions of the lei. The early leis of Hawaii were actually Polynesian, resembling those found in other parts of Polynesia. These early leis help to explain the story of man' existence in time and space.
Early uses of the leis included: farmers giving a blessing of the gods upon fields and crops, ornaments for dancers, healing priests using leis for healing rites, and for sacred Hawaiian rituals. In addition, leis were symbols of chiefly rank and love and lovemaking. Gods and goddesses favored them and poets sang their praises.
The craft of lei making was further advanced by modern Hawaiians, who had the luxury of an inflow of numerous varieties of flowers. Among the many plants and flowers introduced during the 19th century by travelers and immigrants were carnations, gardenias, jasmine, marigolds, pansies, plumeria, roses and violets. As a result, the original Hawaiian lei was redesigned and restructured.oday in Hawaii, leis are presented around the head and shoulders of a special person. Presenting a lei signifies admiration, respect and honor towards the individual. Leis are also given during special occasions such as anniversaries, birthdays, graduations, weddings and all memorable moments in someone's life.

New Crossbones Collection 2009 By Tikimaster

Your "one-stop-skull-and-bones-shop" for cross bones decor accessories: skull and cross bones signs, skull and cross bones accessories, skull and cross bones sticks and oars, cross bones hanging masks, and more

SkullandBonesDecor.com: "Where People & Cross Bones Meet". Welcome to our official Web site of SkullandBonesDecor.com, your one-stop-skull-and-bones-shop for the enthusiast of cross bones, skull and bones accessories, pirate signs, and much more.

Hawaiian Koa Jewelry Accessories at Tikimaster.com

Tikimaster.com is proud to release its new line of Koa Hawaiian Jewelry accessories! From koa necklaces, earrings, pendant to bracelets, these beautiful Hawaiian jewelry gifts will be real hit!
Our designs range from oceanic designs to floral, Hawaii island style, traditional Hawaiian and much more.
Our collection of Koa Jewelry accessories can be found at http://www.hawaiianjewelrymaster.com!

We ship within the US and internationally! Simply visit us at http://www.tikimaster.com for more information.
History on Koa wood: Koa is part of the Acacia family of trees and is recognized as one of the finest textured woods in the world. This native of Hawaii is truly a monarch of the forest, growing to heights of 100 feet. The best Koa (Acacia koa) can be found specifically on higher elevations of the Big Island and take 50 to 70 years to mature.
Different parts of the island yields a distinctive hue to the color of the wood. Currently the wood we use at Hawaiian Accessories is from Honakaa which has a dark red look. We also purchase wood from Hoonaunau in Kona which has an orange-brown color and wood harvested in Volcano, in the Puna district which has a lighter brown coloring.
In ancient Hawaii, Koa wood was harvested exclusively for the alii class or royalty. The huge logs were crafted into sculpted images of gods, personal containers and canoes for royalty. It is said that when the early Hawaiians wished to choose a Koa tree for a canoe, they found one which the elepaio bird had not been pecking.
By the turn of the century, koa was called the Hawaiian Mahogany and used extensively by the upper class and government buildings for furniture, staircases and other woodworks. Beautiful examples are still viewed in such places as the Iolani Palace.

We also are the largest producer of island lifestyle products, our collection include: Tikis, pirate and skull decor, coastal and nautical decor, Koa and hawaiian art, surf and beach decor! Visit us today at http://www.carvingemporium.com

LOCAL COMPANY FEATURED IN VERIZON TELEVISION ADVERTISMENT

NEWS RELEASE


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, January 13, 2008
Contact:
Jennifer Pang
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LOCAL COMPANY FEATURED
IN VERIZON TELEVISION ADVERTISMENT
Tikimaster.com sees jump in business

KAILUA, HAWAII – www.tikimaster.com – Locally owned and operated web site TikiMaster.com, a division of Kamakani Enterprises, Inc., is featured in a new television advertisement by Verizon Wireless focusing on the new Blackberry Storm (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5QPrALNxLGM for full advertisement).

“As one of the largest emporiums of Hawaiian art, we were thrilled to be featured in the Verizon ad,” said Jerome Coudrier, owner of the Kailua-based Kamakani Enterprises, Inc. “We’ve seen web traffic increased 30% percent since the ad started running this month.”

TikiMaster.com is the flagship website that now shares Kamakani Enterprises with about 20 other sites.An on-line retail and wholesale company, TikiMaster.com specializes in home decoration including Hawaiian art, surfing décor, coastal and nautical décor, beach décor, pirate décor, thatch and bamboo. Some of TikiMaster.com’s signature custom projects include the Holokai Grill restaurant and The Shack restaurant and bar in Waikiki. TikiMaster.com is the recipient of the Retail Merchants Association 2008 E-Commerce Retail Business of the Year Award.

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FOR MEDIA ONLY: For an electronic version of this release, an interview with Jerome Coudrier, please contact Jennifer Pang at (808) 371-2882 or jpang@pangcomm.com.

Tikimaster.com Featured on Storm Blackberry By Verizon - National TV

Tikimaster.com is proud to have been featured on the latest Storm Blackberry TV ad by Verizon. Check out the video if you have not seen it yet!
Aloha and Happy New Year 209!
The Tikimaster Team


Tikimaster.com is the leading online source for Hawaiian Tikis, island lifestyle products, surf decor, pirate decor, nautical and coastal decor, skull and bones decor and more!

How To Preserve Your TIki? Wet Weather Vs. Dry Weather

Now that you own a Tiki, you may wonder how can I preserve it for many years to come? They are a few different factors to take into consideration: for instance are you in a dry weather type, hunid ot wet?
Also, what type of wood is your Tiki, the wood in fact has different properties like metal, plastic and many other materials. After nearly 10 years in dealing with Tiki products TIkimaster.com has come up with great solutions to not only maintain but preserve your "Tiki" investment.
Pine Wood: Pine is a light weight wood that has a tendency to reat very quickly to the element from expanding when it's humid to cracking when it's hot and dry. Remember, a crack is not a defect! It is the normal course that the wood takes when exposed to different elements. It is best to apply wax to any type of pine carvings which will one nourish the wood, two will repel the water when wet. If the weather is dry, inevitably you will see some some cracks which can be filled with some wood filler.
Palm Wood: Palm has the caracteristic to keep the water in that's why when you purchased your palm Tiki the weight felt really heavy...well it is a good thing. The drier it will get, the weaker it will be! The best analogy is your skin/body, if you don't drink then you become de-hydrated to the point where your skin would literally wrinkle at a certain extent. Same with palm, we recommend to water your totem from the top. But make sure that your totem is sitting on a concrete base otherwise your Tiki will rot from the bottom if it touches the ground not to mention that depending on your location, termites and other insects will get to it.
Monkey Pod Wood: Monkey Pod (Acacia Koa) is the ultimate wood for indoor and outdoor use. The wood is dense which allows the maximum details when carved. To maintain your Acacia Koa Tiki, simply apply some Thompson water sealant for complete water protection or some tung oil for a more polish oil looking finish.

Hand Carved Hawaiian Hula Bust 2008 By Tikimaster.com

I have been a collector of ceramic bust for many years and Ebay has been the place for me to find my one of a kind treasures. You are probably familiar with Marwal who has executed high quality and with great details ceramic bust from different countries: Hawaii, Japan, India, Africa, Eastern Europe, Middle Eastern and much more.
Well, after running into the Tikimaster himself...we got to discover his latest art piece! A reproduction of the Hawaiian Hula bust. The details were absolutely marvellous and stunning! Carving a Tiki is one thing but being able to carve a figure and capture the essence and expression is another! Tikimaster revealed that he took about 10 renditions before getting to the final carving.
But Tikimaster.com has been expanding his horizon with different product lines from: Tikis, surf decor, coastal decor, beach sign and nautical signs, Koa decor, pirate decor, Hawaii gift ideas, skull and bones decor.
For more information visit their official Web site for home decor http://www.tikimaster.com or call them directly at 808-781-3126.

Tikimaster.com won the 2008 Ho`okela award for Best E-Commerce Retail Business of the Year!

We had the chance to attend the 2008 Ho`okela award (Hookela Award) and Tikimaster.com was one of the companies to be recognized at the state level for their contribution and achievements.

Three companies battled for Best E-Commerce Retail Business of the Year: Kamakani Enterprises, Inc DBA Tikimaster.com, PacRim Marketing Group, Inc and e808 LLC.

Jerome Coudrier, President of Tikimaster.com was the winner for the 2008 Hookela Award for the category of Best E-Commerce Retail Business of the Year. Special thanks goes to:

Marie Coudrier, Jerome's wife for her support throughout the evolution of Tikimaster.com;
Paul Coudrier for his involvement in shaping what Tikimaster.com became today;
Annick Coudrier for putting in place a state of the art shipping department;
Peter Kay for his mentoring and technological background; and
Lori Lloyd from Bank of Hawaii for supporting Kamakani Enterprises, Inc at its early stages.

Tikimaster.com designs and manufactures home decor products including Tikis, surf decor, coastal and beach decor, nautical and pirate decor, Koa and Hawaiian decor.

For more information on wholesale and drop shipping program, please call 808-781-3126.

The Shack Waikiki - New Signature Project By Tikimaster

You can now enjoy a cool burger in the heart of Waikiki - The Shack Waikiki - conveniently located between Kalakawa Avenue and Kuhio Avenue off of Sea Side Street.
Tikimaster.com was hire to produce the interior decor including Tikis, Hawaiian koa paddles, surf and beach signs, Hawaiian Koa weapons, vintage surf posters framed in high end Koa frames and all the thatch roofing and lauhala matting.

With now over 4 locations on Oahu, the Shack Waikiki is by far their signature project. You immediately feel like you are stepping in a luxurious yet casual burger joint. With a few waterfall running it adds a nice tropical feel to it.

Of course, let's not forget how cutting edge is the restaurant with flat screen TVs everywhere and two 55" screen by the main island bar on each side. Each customer can enjoy their favorite NFL football games, at the same time you won't be able to resist to stare at the beauty of the framed curly Koa paddles in Koa shadow boxes executed by Tikimaster.com.
For more information on the Shack Waikiki project please call one of our representative at 808-781-3126.
Web site: www.tikimaster.com or visit www.customcarvingmaster.com

KAMAKANI ENT., INC AT ASR TRADESHOW IN SAN DIEGO 2008

For the first time we were lucky enough to meet the "Tiki" team from Hawaii. The ASR tradeshow was taking place at the convention center in San Diego for 3 days from September 4-6. While the larger companies were around, we noticed a decline in smaller companies. But Hawaii was represented really well with Mauna Kai Hawaii (Surf jewelry and accessories) and Kamakani Enterprises, Inc also known as TIkimaster.com (Specialized in Tiki decor, surf decor, coastal and nautical decor, Hawaiian decor, pirate and skull & bones decor).

Based on various feedback the show was not as busy as the previous years for the mere reason that the economic landscape is affecting the attendence. Jerome Coudrier from Kamakani Enterprises, Inc was very please with their first show and explain that some key contacts have been made.

Stand up paddle board keeps growing and we noticed that more and more manfacturer were jumping on the band wagon. We expect the next show to be greater also being that the elections are only less than 2 month away, we are all in a wait and see frame of mind.

Tikimaster.com, a division of Kamakani Enterprises, Inc is spreading its wing in the mainland by attending multiple tradeshows. President Jerome Coudrier is going to reallocate some marketing budget for 2009. We guarantee to tikify the next few shows and we are looking forward to feature our new product lines: beach decor, pirate decor and the newly developped skull and bones decor.