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Rise Beyond The Reef Reviews

Name: Rise Beyond The Reef
Rating: 4.9

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Sue K.

Oh Ladies, I am so happy with my rolls of pandanus. They are prepared perfectly, unlike the pandanus that I have prepared in the past. I have been weaving with natural fibres for many years and even have taught many classes. My aim is to come to visit your lovely island and hopefully we can meet up and I can sit with you lovely ladies and share our weaving skills. In the video you can see that I have been busy with my weaving. At the moment I am interested in weaving lampshades, and have been b...

Natural "Voivoi" Pandanus Leaves

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Leonie B.

We where in Fiji and wanted to buy some for our grandchildren We couldn’t get to you Saw them at the airport double the price. So I bought them on line. Love them so much l got a set too. Thankyou they are so cute and love how happy Fijians are 💕

Marama and Tagane Dolls

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Kimberlee S.

I learned about Rise Beyond the Reef When I visited Fiji. I saw firsthand the A amazing craftsmanship, the Artists, and even more the Positive impact of supporting this great work. I absolutely love my tea towels and have them in several colors. I can’t wait until the Lovely mats are back in stock. Mahalo Nui Loa from Hawaii!

Handprinted Tapa Print Tea Towels - Kitchen Towels

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Janine E.

Once again your products are such great quality and work so well in my Australian decor. Love the placemats and basket. Use them everyday and sit so nicely on the table.

Sasa Voivoi Round Placemats, Set of Four (4) with Storage Basket

Sue K.

I love your beautifully prepared pandanus. This video is where I am camping at Granite Gorge Nth Queensland. One of my favourite pastimes is weaving baskets particularly while I am camped and relaxed besides a river in amongst nature. I hope we meet some day and do some weaving together. With warmth and kind regards, Sue

Natural "Voivoi" Pandanus Leaves

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Hannah T.

Absolutely love beautiful mat which makes a striking addition to my bedroom wall. It is the perfect natural touch - thank you to the incredible lady who crafted this. I was a little disappointed at how it was folded up into the bag as it was very creased, but thankfully I managed to spray it with water to dampen, and place weights on the creases and they disappeared (I thought this tip might help others in getting out the creases). Thanks again!

Small Mat Drodro

Christine F.

So pleased with my lovely tea towels from Rise Beyond the Reef. As I don’t have a dishwasher so I use mine all the time. It’s just the right colour blue for my kitchen. Thank you.

Handprinted Tapa Print Tea Towels - Kitchen Towels

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Kathleen L.

First discovered this amazing range in Hawaii, and then ordered some dining mats and serviettes and a table runner from the homeware section. This beautiful horse was a gift for a new arrival in our family and the only thing that took the time was deciding which colour I should order. So happy the company are able to ship to Hawaii and I was so exciting to see the horse arrive in the mail.

Handprinted Horse

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Abena S.

I am delighted with the deftness and expertise these women weave the native reeds to make these beautiful round bags and other items. Being North American Indian (Abenaki) myself I thought they’d be a perfect compliment to carry my round woven Dreamcatchers which I see on Etsy and at Native American gatherings/events. I too come from a basket-making culture and love to support their art and entrepreneurial ways rooted in plants with designs around them in nature. Kchi Wliwni - Thank you for yo...

Ato Taitai Round Handbag

Andrea B.

I love my pandanus bag - it's so beautifully made and sturdy. It's right at home with my other home-made pandanus foraging baskets and definitely the jewel in the crown.

Ato Taitai Round Handbag

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Kimberly D.

I love purchasing from BTR. The stories of the women and families as well as the opportunities to support them warm my heart! What a wonderful feeling to provide money and receive such beautifully hand-made products. The pillows were perfect for my Lanai punee! Thank you :)

Lumbar Pillow Cover - Qiqila

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Kathleen L.

Beautiful clutch and beautifully made, loved the special touch of a label telling me who made this great clutch. Love the materials and fabric and pattern is vibrant and bright. Good secure fastening on the clutch too.

Classic Clutch

Andrea B.

A wonderful product, fantastic to weave with and so easy to use. It also smells lovely. It's so nice to find such an honest product and to know that profits are really helping the community. I have ordered more and can't wait to make more things with it.

Natural "Voivoi" Pandanus Leaves

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Jemma P.

Love love love these handprinted material.! The range of colours brighten up every space just perfectly. The quality is very good nice and thick, the design is unique, and I want every colour!!!

DIY Handprinted Fabric

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Rachel K.

I just love the gorgeous hand printed and hand crafted items made by your community. They are so beautifully made, with such care and love. So uniquely creative & colourful. I have them adorning my home. Totes, dolls, hearts etc. They bring me so much joy every day. 💛🌺☀️

Handprinted Holiday Heart Ornament - Vine Print

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Gayle H.

Beautiful product and a joy to handle. Great service and prompt shipping. Even better than I expected. I am making pandanus leaf cordage and weaving. The leaf also takes dyed well. I’m very very happy and looking forward to creating with it. Heartily recommend.

Natural "Voivoi" Pandanus Leaves

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Kirsi B.

I absolutely love the horse I purchased. It’s great size and stands sturdy and just brightens up the room. I ended up buying earrings not even thinking they are same color! Now when I wear these earrings I’ll be thinking my pretty horse and all the hardworking people in Fiji 🥰

Handprinted Horse

Mokihana W.

I ordered two of these horses, and I am so pleased with them!! They arrived quickly and were well packaged. They're very well made; high quality is obvious. They're so cute, and the fabric patterns are wonderful. These were the first items I'd ordered and I know I'll be ordering more. I'm so happy I got them, and they will make wonderful gifts for the horse-loving kids in my family. Thank you so much!

Handprinted Horse

Deborah H.

I love my hand printed horse. Alesis . S made my horse from the village nalotawa. This makes it so personal. Since then I have bought two bags. I love my Fijian stuff. Thank you for making it

Handprinted Horse

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Vanioni N.

I absolutely love my backpack. I get a lot of compliments everywhere I carry it. It is unique and eco friendly. Love Love Love, my bag especially when it gets me to proudly explaining about my culture.

Handwoven Backpack with Handcrafted Leather Handles

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Marita M.

I absolutely LOVE this bag. A piece of Fiji pandanus on my arm to remind me of the incredible skills in our communities and beautifully finished. Suitable to put a laptop in for meetings, as a larger bag when shopping, and a general great all rounder! Vinaka vakalevu Rise Beyond the Reef for connecting rural women producers to me :-)

Handwoven Oversized Tote Bag - Natural

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Bailey G.

We used your bowls at a restaurant in Fiji and have fallen in love! We actually got these ones specifically as a Christmas gift for my in laws so we haven’t opened the beautiful packaging yet. They are going to LOVE them. I can’t wait. And the salt is just an extra bonus!! Thank you so much! Definitely buying more when I can!

Handcrafted Sea Salt & Shell Dish Gift Set

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Kiely D.

Have purchased both dolls, turtles, horse and fabric. Am very happy with the quality of everything. I'm looking forward to having the time to make some cushion covers for the caravan and can only wish we were parked up on the beaches of Fiji! Kia Ora :)

Handprinted Fabric

Aloha Jackie H.

Ni sa bula! Aloha from Hawaii - I wanted to thank Tarawa for making this bag, I simply adore it! It’ll fit right in here! Im impressed by the skill and quality craftsmanship of the weaver as well as the design and execution. Wonderful! Get one! You’ll be happy I sent you!

Ato Taitai Round Handbag

Tracie K B.

I love these leaves. So soft and easy to handle when weaving. But most of all, this purchase has helped your communities in a small way. I will definitely order more soon Mahalo nui

Natural "Voivoi" Pandanus Leaves

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Penny O.

I've loved all my purchases from Rise Beyond the Reef! Beautifully made and very attractive! Looking forward to to using my beautiful table cloth for Christmas! And my lovely table mats when we have family and friends for dinner.

Canvas Placemat Set of Four - Vau Leka Print

Phyllis G.

Just want to say how beautiful the turtles and horses were. I have given some to friends and family. Everyone was very happy to have one and I hope they will also buy more to give to others.

Handprinted Horse

Danielle H.

Love my bag. It’s a great size and I have it full of my hand stitching stuff. Easy to grab and take with me. Such beautiful craftmanship too! I adore Fiji so I’m really pleased that I’m carrying a bit of Fiji from a special person around with me

Handwoven Backpack with Handcrafted Leather Handles

Jazmine C.

The Marama doll I purchased is so adorable and well made! I love the little details such as the shell necklace and tiny bag it comes with. I think the coolest part of receiving my doll was getting the little card with information about who made it!

Marama and Tagane Dolls

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Penny O.

Love all the products I have purchased from Rise Beyond the Reef! Especially the Bebe cushions and the beautiful leaf table cloth and my recent purchase of leaf place mats!

Accent Pillow Cover - Bebe

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Linda C.

I’ve been looking for a tapa as a wall hanging in my Auckland apartment. I saw you post on Facebook and started viewing your products. Found it, liked it, purchased it and brought to NZ. :)

Handprinted Masi Wall Hanging - Loga ni Senikau

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Sue A.

I have bought table cloths for myself and my daughter, these are stunning. The mat is in my office and adds a positive vibe to the room. Many of my clients have commented on how lovely it is. I love that I can get indigenous artwork and support directly the artists. Rise Beyond the Reef are a good group to interact with. Many thanks for the artwork that brings pleasure. Mauri ora Sue

Kioa Handwoven Square Mat - Kalokalo Kura Lima

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Evelien W.

Love this! Hanging on wall in our lounge and it looks fantastic. Photo doesn't do the color justice, it's a much more beautiful shade of green. Fantastic piece from Rise Beyond the Reef, as always.

Handprinted Backdrop & Tablecloth - Drau ni Jaina

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These christmas stockings are beautiful. The prints are unique and the fabric is really good quality. I live in Australia and postage was reasonable and the order arrived in a timely manner.

Large Handprinted Holiday Stocking

These christmas stockings are beautiful. The prints are unique and the fabric is really good quality. I live in Australia and postage was reasonable and the order arrived in a timely manner.

Large Handprinted Holiday Stocking

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Rita C.

I was visiting Fiji in May, and wanted to find something special to remember my time there. It was a trip of a lifetime for me. I searched on line and found your company rise beyond the reef. I just love the wall hanging that you made, I have put it on my family room wall where I see it all the time. Thank you so much. Rita

Sasa Voivoi Wall Hanging - Somo Dri

Teresa G.

I ordered this for my Daughter who is 50 years old. I always get her something for her stocking at Christmas for the top. She was raised with horses and still loves them. The picture is at her house. She was really happy with the little horse. It’s good quality, well made and so sweet.

Handprinted Horse

Alita D.

Bought several items from you,All are excellent quality. Wonderful to be able to support such a great group. Loved the little tag that came with my doll. I have been praying especially form the lady who made it. I'd love her to know how very touched I am to look at her picture attached to her work. Can't thank you enough for the care you put into your products. Showers of blessings on you all💖 Alita .Auckland NZ

Marama and Tagane Dolls

Rebecca B.

Kia Orana from Ōtepoti (Dunedin city, in Aotearoa)!! I first saw this bag on Facebook and I instantly loved the look of it. Then when I found out what Rise Beyond the Reef was about and the way utilise indigenous craft to uplift women, and therefore their communities, I really had to. And it's such a great backpack!! It's deceptively large, which is awesome!! I use it everyday. I also keep the "Talanoa" in my backpack in case anyone comments on it, I can tell them all about you. Metaki ma'ata. ...

Handwoven Backpack with Handcrafted Leather Handles

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Peter H.

The small (actually it's not that small) triangle basket - Kioa Sasa Voivoi, is a lovely authentic object to have in the room and useful too, for holding the types of things that just 'float around' otherwise - car keys, balls of string, the odd pencil and notepad...

Kioa Sasa Voivoi Triangle Basket - Small

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