Handicraft and shop - Isle of Pines


	SOUVENIRS, SOUVENIRS ... handicraft
	Wood carving Kunie art is mostly practical, as is seen in the construction of their thatched huts and outriggers, and it’s true, the local people produce little in the way of commercial souvenirs. A few residents however, Kunie and European, carve sandalwood and other woods to turn out small huts and miniature outriggers. They also carve bigger, more detailed and consequently more expensive works, such as totems for the tops of huts or to enhance doorways.
	These articles can be found at the various wood-carvers’ homes or in each resort. Island hand-crafts, including carvings, paintings and plaited baskets are also on show and for sale at the cultural centre, Vao, next to Point I. Manned by Samy, the centre is open Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday mornings from 8am to 11.30am, except public holidays.


	Hand-painted beach-wear A Swiss who settled on Isle of Pines 30 years ago to run a scuba-diving business, has since converted to designing, sewing and painting beach-wear.
			You can find Albert Thoma in his work-shop at Kuto, every day, painting pareos (sarongs) and t-shirts. He also sells beach outfits, post-cards and books about the island, in his boutique, *Creations Ile des Pins.* Phone & Fax + (687) 46 12 68
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