Tabaiwalu Stands Out as Top Seller at Vanuabalavu Expo
I used the softest part of the coconut tree to weave fans and the baskets while I extracted oil from coconuts to make scented coconut oil,” she said.
Thursday 11 July 2024 | 14:10
Kini Salote Tabaiwalu of Levukana Village, with her products sold at the Vanuabalavu Expo. Photo: Laiseana Nasiga
Women from Levukana Village in the Lomaloma District of Vanuabalavu Island turned out in large numbers on day two of the Vanuabalavu Expo.
They showcased their diverse handicraft skills, including woven mats, fans, masi cloth, woven baskets, coconut oil, and woven wall hangings.
Among them was Kini Salote Tabaiwalu who stood out for her commitment to serving the women of her village.
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She was among the top sellers at the expo.
“I have been preparing for this expo since January, collecting all the items I needed to sell,” Mrs Tabaiwalu said.
“Most of the items I sold at the expo were made from coconut trees that we have on the island.
The women of Mavana at their stall during the Vanubalavu Expo. Photo: Laiseana Nasiga
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