The Gift Hutt Hand Blocked Elei Pacific/Bula Corporate Uniforms (Price Listing VEP) Greetings from The Gift Hutt Established in October, 2012 The Gift Hutt is an On Line Pacific Store, specialising in Samoan and Pacific Hand Blocked Material called Elei, catering for the Kalavata & Pacific Bula culture in Fiji and The Pacific. Businesses can now select custom colours, reflective of their corporate values for your Pacific/Bula Corporate uniforms Elei Material Elei (pronounced e-lay) is material which is dyed with a mixture of colourful symbols that represents tokens which are significant to the Samoan & Pacific culture & its traditional values. The material is taken through a tie dye process which uses traditional wooden moulds to imprint the symbols & colours onto the material. The results of this special process is the creation of the vibrant and very unique Elei material. Manuia ~
Corporate Pacific/Bula Uniforms Merchant Finance Pictured Above: The team from Merchant Finance decked out in their Hand Blocked Elei Pacific/Bula Uniforms for their awards night in 2013 Why not introduce Elei into your work place today?
Corporate Pacific/Bula Uniforms University of the South Pacific ITS Pictured Above: Pacific/Bula Hand Blocked Elei Uniforms for the University of the South Pacific, ITS Team. Why not introduce Elei into your work place today?
Corporate Pacific/Bula Uniforms How does it work? How does it work? In order to provide businesses with customised specifications, we follow a simple 6 step process. Step 1 Select an Elei Print + Colours Browse through our catalogues and select a print that s suitable to your business. At the end of our catalogue you ll find a page of the colours available at The Gift Hutt if there is a colour that you would like that is not on in the table, send us an email to info@thegifthutt.com to see if we can make a custom colour for you. Step 2 Select your fabrics The Gift Hutt uses light Textron cotton for our Pacific/Bula Corporate uniforms, if you wish to use a different fabric for your uniforms, please send us an email to info@thegifthutt.com to find our what other fabrics are available to you. Step 3 Confirm your uniform patterns We are now ready to select uniform patterns, send us an invitation to visit you @ your office for confirmation of your design specifications. Step 4 Order Intake The Gift Hutt will provide your business with a set of uniform samples (Which remains the property of The Gift Hutt) and an order sheet which will allow you to capture staff sizes and other production details. Step 5 Production Once order details are returned to The Gift Hutt, we will commence production (Note, an 80% deposit is required at this stage & the remaining 20% upon release of the uniforms The Gift Hutt requires 3 4 weeks production time) Step 6 Release of consignment Upon completion of production, all uniforms will be delivered to your business location.
Pua (Frangipani) Elei Type: Pua Hand Blocked Elei Description: Nothing evokes that Pacific Tropical feeling like the frangipani. Their sweet scent and sheer beauty makes them universally loved. In modern Polynesian culture, the frangipani can be worn my women to indicate their relationship status. Over the right, seeking relationship and over the left if taken. Brown + Black Light Blue Black Orange + Yellow Red on Red Pink on Yellow Black on Red Green
My Fiji Elei Item Description: My Fiji Hand Blocked Elei Description: Fiji is a tapestry of Indigenous Fijian, Indian, European, Chinese & other nationalities and our diverse culture is depicted in our arts and crafts. Black on Green Orange
My Pacific Elei Item Description: My Pacific Hand Blocked Elei Description: The Pacific Islands is made up of a number of wonderfully diverse indigenous Polynesian and Melanesian traditions and art mixed with European and Asian influences. Dark Blue on Blue
Pacific Leaves Item Description: My Pacific Leaves Hand Blocked Elei Description: Leaves are very significant in the Pacific for both consumption and medicinal purposes. The coconut leaf is used across the Pacific for traditional handicrafts such as mats & fans. The uto leaf is used by the Polynesian to wrap dalo leaves covering coconut milk (Palusami/Luau) which is cooked in an earth oven called lovo (Fijian) or umu (Samoan) Dark Blue on Green Red Purple + Black
Contemporary Forest Item Description: Contemporary Forest Hand Blocked Elei Description: A modern/contemporary take on the Pacific leaves and flowers. Blue Red White Key Art Only
Contemporary Pacific Art Item Description: Contemporary Art Hand Blocked Elei Description: A modern/contemporary take on the Pacific handicraft and sea creatures Key Art Only
Flower Swirl Item Description: Flower Swirl Hand Blocked Elei Description: A modern/contemporary take on the frangipani Black Red Red + Black on Yellow Key Art Only
Elegi (Samoan Tin Fish) Item Description: Elegi Hand Blocked Elei Description: Elegi (Tin fish in Samoan) is dedicated to wide variety of fish found in the Pacific. A very popular pacific island meal in the pacific know as Kokoda (Fijian) or Oka (Samoan) is made from raw fish marinated in lemon and then flavoured with vegetables and coconut milk. Green Teal Yellow + Red
Vonu (Fijian Turtle) Item Description: Vonu Hand Blocked Elei Description: Dedicated to the women of Namuana village in Kadavu whom still preserve the ritual of calling turtles from the sea. As the women chant, you will see giant turtles rise one by one to lie on the surface to listen to the music White on Pink http://www.tropicalfiji.com/about_fiji/ Culture/Legends.asp#turtles
Forest Mist Item Description: Forest Mist Hand Blocked Elei Description: Inspired by the beautiful natural fauna in the Pacific, Forest Mist is reflective of the beautiful natural, clean and pure environment in the Pacific Purple
Siapo (Samoan Masi) Item Description: Siapo Hand Blocked Elei Description: Siapo, also known as Tapa, is one of the oldest Samoan and Pacific cultural art forms. Black Siapo is not only a decorative art, it is a symbol of the Samoan and Pacific culture. It s uses include clothing, burial shrouds, bed covers, ceremonial garments, and much more. There are two forms of Siapo, Siapo Elei (The rubbing method) and Siapo Mamanu (The freehand method) Pink Teal Key Art Only
Almas Siapo (Samoan Masi) Item Description: Almas Siapo Hand Blocked Elei Description: Siapo, also known as Tapa, is one of the oldest Samoan and Pacific cultural art forms. Pastels Siapo is not only a decorative art, it is a symbol of the Samoan and Pacific culture. It s uses include clothing, burial shrouds, bed covers, ceremonial garments, and much more. There are two forms of Siapo, Siapo Elei (The rubbing method) and Siapo Mamanu (The freehand method) (Alma, name of designer that created this siapo piece) Light Pink Light Blue Key Art Only
Pacific Flowers Item Description: Pacific Flowers Hand Blocked Elei Description: The Pacific is famous for it s abundance of beautiful tropical flowers coupled with their amazing floral scents. Purple + Black Some common Pacific Flowers featured in this Elei are the Frangipani, the Tiare (Senijale in Fijian) and the hibiscus. Dark Blue on Pink Green
Salusalu (Samoan Sweep) Item Description: Salusalu Hand Blocked Elei Description: Named after the technique used to create this beautiful Elei pattern the term Salusalu means both a floral necklace (Salusalu) and Salu (Samoan) means to Sweep which is reflective of the motion used to create this Elei. Purple Burnt Orange Light Teal Dark Teal Purple
Pacific Hand Blocked Elei Item Description: Pacific Hand Blocked Elei Description: The Pacific is rich in it s culture & traditions, this type of Elei is dedicated to the motifs and handicrafts that reflect our culture, The Tatau, The Ava, The Pawpaw & The Coconut
Ava (Samoan Grog) Item Description: Ava Hand Blocked Elei Description: Kava is very significant in the Pacific culture and is used in many traditional ceremonies. Green Pictured below is the Samoan Ava bowel and is used during the Ava ceremony which is one of the most important customs of Samoa involving a solemn ritual where a ceremonial beverage (made from the root of a tree) is shared to mark the most important occasions in Samoan society.
Christmas Elei Item Description: Christmas Hand Blocked Elei Red + Green
Elei Fabric Paint Colours In order to attain high quality secondary colours, The Gift Hutt uses mixing techniques. Should you require a custom colour that is not included in the above colour table, please send us an email to info@thegifthutt.com to see if we can create a custom colour for you.
The Gift Hutt Customised Elei Blocks Customised Elei Blocks At The Gift Hutt, we pride ourselves in being able to provide our customers with customised Hand Blocked Elei using our in house moulds and stencils. We are working on also being able to provide customised Blocks which will allow our customers to have their very own designs Hand Blocked on their fabrics Watch this space for more updates! ~Manuia
The Gift Hutt Samples Policy Samples Policy Custom Colour Combination & Fabric At The Gift Hutt, we pride ourselves in being able to provide our customers with customised Hand Blocked Elei using our in house moulds and stencils. We also use a wide range of fabrics in order to provide our customers with Hand Blocked Elei specific to the occasion it is being used for, therefore we welcome requests for samples with the following conditions in mind: Customised Colour Combinations In order to get the perfect colour combination for your Elei, it is sometimes necessary to have samples made, prior to confirming an order. For colour combinations that The Gift Hutt already owns, customers are welcome to request a faceto-face viewing of these samples (Please note, all sample pieces remain the property of The Gift Hutt and are requested to be returned to The Gift Hutt upon completion of viewing) For colour combinations that The Gift Hutt does not already own, customers are welcome to request a face-to-face viewing of these samples, however must purchase these pieces from The Gift Hutt (Please note, these samples become the property of the customer purchasing the sample The prices applicable are the same cost/metre charges offered by The Gift Hutt e.g. $15FJD/m for Light Tetron Cotton Elei) Fabrics In order to get the perfect look and finish for your garments, different fabrics are used for difference pieces. The Gift Hutt owns a range of fabric samples which customers are welcome to request a face to face viewing of these samples (Please note, all sample pieces remain the property of The Gift Hutt and are requested to be returned to The Gift Hutt upon completion of viewing) Sample fabrics available at The Gift Hutt Include: Light Tetron Cotton / Heavy Tetron Cotton Chiffon Paco Calico Spun Rayon Stretch Knit Thin Stretch Knit Thick Twill (Used for conference Bags) Butcher Linen For more information, please email us on info@thegifthutt.com or call us on +679 9232391.
The Gift Hutt Corporate Visits Would you and your colleagues like to view some of our samples for corporate uniforms? The Gift Hutt is dedicated to making shopping more convenient for our customers. If you would like to view some of our samples to help aid your decision making, please feel free to contact us on +679 3373 034 or +679 9232391 or email us on sales@thegifthutt.com to arrange for a corporate visit.
The Gift Hutt Price List (VEP) Price List Mens Shirts (Sizes: Small, Medium, Large, XL, 2XL, 3XL) Retail (Volume less then 15) - $44FJD/Piece (Excluding embroidery) Wholesale (Volume more then 15) - $43FJD/Piece (Excluding embroidery) Shirt Patterns: Full Buttoned Shirt 3 Button Full Shirt (Want to use a pattern not included here? Email us at info@thegifthutt.com to see if we can do a custom pattern for you) Womens Sulu + Chamba/Puletasi (Sizes: 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22) Retail (Volume less then 15) - $65 (Excluding embroidery) Wholesale (Volume more then 15) - $63 (Excluding embroidery) Sulu + Chamba/Puletasi Patterns Available: Top Patterns: Round neck with high back Sweetheart cut with high back Boat neck with low back (Want to use a pattern not included here? Email us at info@thegifthutt.com to see if we can do a custom pattern for you) Skirts The Gift Hutt offers two types of skirts, elasticised sulu s, with overlapping flap and the two side slit skirts (samples will be provided) The Gift Hutt uses high quality trimmings exclusively from YKK Fastenings (www.ykkasia.com)
Some of our great customers @ The Gift Hutt Merchant Finance Corporate Bula Uniforms Fiji Women s Rights Movement Conference Tote Bags University of the South Pacific Corporate Bula Uniforms Adi Finau Tabakaucoro & Ratu Epeli Nailatikau Felicia & John Tuimaleali ifano Australian Customers Common Kings Taumata Grey from The Common Kings