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UV-Printed LED Mirrors – Māori Art & Custom Designs | CRE-eight
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Te Honu Mana Wāhine – A Reflection of Your Identity, Strength, and Story
This is more than a mirror. This is your mana, your whakapapa, and your journey — honoured and displayed with pride.
Te Honu Mana Wāhine allows you to add your own moko kauae into this powerful Honu design, transforming it into a deeply personal taonga that reflects who you are and where you come from.
At the heart of the Honu — a symbol of protection, strength, and guidance — sits your moko kauae, creating a stunning and meaningful artwork that connects culture, identity, and modern design.
Each piece is custom made by CRE-eight in New Zealand using premium UV printing technology, ensuring exceptional clarity, durability, and beauty.
Customise Your Mirror Your Way
You can personalise your mirror by choosing:
With optional LED backlighting
Your moko kauae style:
• Full moko kauae with lips included
• Moko kauae only (without lips)
Your colour preference:
• Traditional pāua shell colour (most popular)
• Solid black
• White
• Custom colour of your choice
Each mirror is made uniquely for you.
Designed to Honour Mana Wāhine
The moko kauae represents:
• Strength
• Leadership
• Identity
• Whakapapa
• Mana
This mirror honours and celebrates wāhine Māori in a modern, elegant, and respectful way.
Premium UV Printed Mirror Quality
Your moko kauae and Honu design are printed directly onto premium mirror using professional UV printing technology, creating:
• Ultra sharp detail
• Vibrant colour
• Long-lasting durability
• Beautiful reflective depth
• Premium luxury finish
This is not vinyl or stickers — it is permanent, professional artwork.
Perfect For
• Personal taonga
• Celebrating your moko kauae
• Honouring whakapapa
• Whānau gifts
• Home décor
• Cultural artwork
• Meaningful milestones
Available Sizes
• 400mm x 600mm
• 300mm x 450mm
How It Works
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Upload your moko kauae or request a custom design
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Choose your preferred colour
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Your mirror is professionally printed
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Delivered safely to your door
Made in New Zealand by CRE-eight
Every mirror is proudly designed and produced by CRE-eight, combining modern craftsmanship with powerful identity and meaning.
Each piece is made to order and completely unique.
Production Time
1-3 business weeks production time
Carry Your Mana Into Your Space
Whether your moko kauae has been gifted, inherited, or newly received, this mirror allows you to honour it in a way that is modern, elegant, and deeply personal.
This is your story. Your identity. Your mana.
Featured product
Te Manawa o Te Moana — The Heart of the Ocean.
Inspired by the raw movement of ocean whitewash, this serving board blends high-definition UV printed art with natural timber to create a striking, functional statement piece for your home.
Each board is professionally UV printed for exceptional clarity and detail, then sealed with a protective varnish finish to enhance durability and bring depth to the artwork. The flowing design symbolises strength, balance, renewal, and connection, while the symmetrical form reflects unity and harmony.
Designed to be both used and admired, this board is perfect for entertaining, gifting, or display.
Deminsions/Sizes: 1.5cm (H) x 50cm (W) x 30cm (D)
✨ Features:
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High-definition UV printed artwork
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Protective varnish finish for long-lasting colour
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Ocean-inspired whitewash design
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Natural timber base
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Designed & finished in New Zealand
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Each board has its own unique character
🎨 Colour Variants:
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Ocean Blue – Calm, depth, clarity
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Pounamu Green – Growth, balance, renewal
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Crimson Red – Strength, passion, courage
Artwork is applied using UV printing and sealed with a varnish finish. This product does not use poured resin.
This is not a chopping board.
ALLOW 1-2 WEEKS FOR PRODUCTION
NEW HERITAGE TEES
A limited collaboration showcasing Callum McLeay’s distinctive artwork, brought to life through CRE-eight’s premium UV-printed finishes. Each piece blends storytelling, nature, and contemporary design into a statement artwork made to be displayed, not stored.
Where Art Meets Craftsmanship
This exclusive collection features selected works by Callum, produced in collaboration with CRE-eight using high-resolution flatbed UV printing for exceptional clarity, depth, and durability.
Every piece is printed with precision to preserve the detail, atmosphere, and emotion of the original artwork — resulting in a premium finish that elevates each design beyond a standard print.
Whether you’re drawn to the storytelling, the connection to nature, or the visual impact, this collection represents a meeting point of creative vision and modern production.
Limited collaboration. Premium quality. Made to stand out.
new release
Sunglasses
tu tee - Premium embroidery
Pickup available at 16 York Street
Usually ready in 2-4 days
TŪ Tee – Premium Embroidered T‑Shirt
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16 York Street
16 York Street
Strathern
STL
Invercargill 9812
New Zealand
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Custom Designs by CRE-eight
What We Do Best
custom led mirrors
Pair cutting-edge LED lighting with stunning designs. Perfect for gifts, events, or elevating your home. Choose from our ready-made pieces or request something custom-made just for you.
uv-printed artwork
Bring your walls to life with high-definition mirror art. From Māori-inspired prints to fantasy and pop culture themes — all crafted with precision using UV print technology.
Made for you
Every item we create is designed with heart. Whether it's a 21st birthday gift, a custom business logo, or something one-of-a-kind — we make it personal, powerful, and unforgettable.
Want Something One-of-a-Kind?
From Māori-inspired UV mirrors to team merch and personal gifts — we design custom pieces just for you. Let us bring your vision to life.
You choose
We strive for excellence
Powered by Precision
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Every CRE-eight mirror is printed with industry-leading UV technology — delivering stunning detail, vibrant color, and unmatched durability. Made right here in Southland.
Your Ideas, Our Craft
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Got a vision in mind? We design custom pieces inspired by you — from Māori art to logos, team merch, and personal gifts. If you can dream it, we can create it.
Designed in Southland, Made to Impress
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We’re a whānau-run business turning passion into product. From concept to delivery, every CRE-eight piece is made with care, quality, and pride.
Blog
Māori Symbolism in CRE-eight Designs: Exploring the Stories Behind Our Art
Learn the stories behind our Māori-inspired mirror and apparel designs. This post explores the symbolism of the tūī, kererū, hei matau and Te Whakaruruhau motifs used in CRE-eight art.
Read moreHow UV Printing Creates Vivid Mirror Art: CRE-eight's Process Explained
Learn how UV printing turns mirrors into vibrant works of art. Discover the eco-friendly process behind our Māori-inspired designs.
Read moreBehind the Scenes at CRE-eight: Custom Mirrors & Apparel Made in Southland
See how our Southland team handcrafts Māori-inspired mirrors and apparel—from sketch to print, assembly and packaging.
Read moreWhat We Create
Premium Custom Products — Designed in Southland, Made for You
UV-Printed Mirrors
Add mana to any space with custom-designed, LED-lit mirrors. Each piece is printed in Southland and made to stand out.
Custom Apparel
From bold hoodies to personalised tees — we create one-of-a-kind fits that blend culture, design, and comfort.
Drinkware & Accessories
Tumblers, drink bottles, keychains and more — unique gear made for daily use or meaningful gifting.
Let customers speak for us
Kiāora,t-shirt was perfect Thankyou,will be ordering a few more for some of the mokos.
Nga mihi
Koro Dan🫶🏼😎
Very smart,great quality and lot's of where did you get those
Thankyou
Moko's love them and really great quality.
The moko's love them,great quality as are our adult one's, we love your mahi. Thankyou cheers Lorraine
Love this tshirt, great quality, great gift for son now residing in Perth. Thank you.
love them
Amazing absolutely good
Arrived just in time to gift to someone...Poutama x Manaia Mirror was absolutely beautiful 😍
It was the best thing that I bought. Wore it on Waitangi Day and had a few compliments. Will definitely buy items from this company
Awesome art ,tshirt a true hit and support local
Miharo rawa atu enei tihaate e rua.
Awesome
Love this t-shirt for my mokopuna to wear at Waitangi 2026.
Loved by our customers
What customers are saying
Amazing quality and super fast shipping! My custom mirror exceeded all expectations. Will definitely order again.
Kiri, Auckland
The perfect birthday gift! The personalised tee arrived quickly and the design was stunning. So pleased!
Jack, Wellington
Great service and beautiful craftsmanship. We love supporting local whānau businesses. Highly recommend!
Aroha, Christchurch
Why choose CRE-eight
Our Promise
We’re a whānau-owned creative studio blending Māori culture, modern design, and high-quality craftsmanship to create meaningful gifts.
Local & Sustainable
Made in Aotearoa using sustainable practices and ethically sourced materials.
Personalised & Unique
Custom designs tailored to your story and passions, making every gift one-of-a-kind.
Fast & Trusted Delivery
Fast NZ shipping and reliable dispatch ensures your gifts arrive on time.
