Our next weekend of workshops at CWEA

Sunday 30 August:9.30am-1.30pm Saturday 21 November: 10am-2pm Learn about the process of harvesting and preparing willow bark for weaving, then make a small, durable pouch ideal for holding secateurs or other tools. You’ll explore how to process the bark before weaving it into a...

Saturday 29 August: 10am-4pm SOLD OUT  Please email info@resourcefulcraft.org.nz to be added to the waitlist  The tradition of making rag rugs emerged when textiles were precious, and every scrap was reused. Rag rugs now offer a creative way to repurpose fabrics in a world...

Saturday 29 August: 10am-2pm Experience the wonderful world of weaving in this beginner-friendly frame loom workshop. You’ll learn the fundamentals of frame-loom weaving, including how to set up your own cardboard loom, create a plain weave, and finish your work with hemstitch. By the...

Sunday 30 August: 1pm-5pm Patchwork is a creative and resourceful craft that transforms fabric scraps into something new. Mirabel will guide you through composing and hand-sewing a small patchwork piece. Choose to make a coaster, pot holder, or needle case - or begin a...

Sunday 30 August: 10am-12pm SOLD OUT Please email info@resourcefulcraft.org.nz to be added to the waitlist  Hand darning is a timeless technique that not only extends the life of your clothing but also deepens your connection to the items you wear every day. In this workshop, Mirabel...

Saturday 29 August: 9am-2pm SOLD OUT  Saturday 21 November: 9am-2pm Complete a practical hearth-style hand brush using locally sourced wood and fibre. This sturdy, easy-to-hold brush is perfect for tidying spaces, from your workbench to your vehicle. You’ll learn fibre preparation and traditional European...

Saturday 29 August: 3pm-5pm Saturday 21 November: 3pm-5pm Experience the satisfaction of making a small, versatile brush in this 2-hour workshop. Using natural wood and locally sourced fibres, you’ll learn handwork techniques to create a practical tool. Begin by crafting fine tī kōuka cord...

Sunday 30 August: 9am-1pm SOLD OUT  Sunday 22 November: 9am-1pm This beginner-friendly workshop introduces you to the ancient craft of spoon carving and basic whittling with knives. Learn about spoon-design and sketch your own design onto a blank cut from locally harvested green wood. Practise...

Sunday 30 August: 2pm-4.30pm SOLD OUT  Sunday 22 November: 2pm-4.30pm Sharpening is an essential skill to maintain your tools, helping them perform at their best and last a lifetime. In this seminar-style workshop, you’ll learn the basics of sharpening, from kitchen knives to woodworking...

Sunday 30 August: 9.30am-12pm SOLD OUT  Saturday 21 November: 1pm-3.30pm In this introductory soap-making workshop, Sonia will share her methods of creating gentle and non-drying soap that contains shea butter, coconut oil and olive oil. You’ll learn the basics of the soap-making process and...

Sunday 30 August: 1pm-3pm Saturday 21 November: 10am-12pm Discover the joy of crafting your own natural skincare products designed to nourish and care for your skin. Using organic, food-grade oils, butters, and waxes, you’ll learn the art of creating body care essentials that are...