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Ōtepoti Dunedin workshops

Rekindle crafts tutors with be coming to Ōtepoti Dunedin this Labour Weekend - 24 & 25 October 2026 - as part of Resourceful Craft 2026!

Join our craftspeople for two days of hands-on making, learning and connection as part of the 2026 workshop tour.

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  • Complete spoon carving (Ōtepoti)

    Complete spoon carving (Ōtepoti)

    $135.00 NZD
    $135.00 NZD
    Sunday 25 October: 10am-4pm Experience the craft of spoon carving from scratch in this intensive one-day workshop. Learn different design approaches and how to shape green wood using an axe. You’ll also learn safe techniques to refine and finish your spoon with knives. This...
    $135.00 NZD
    $135.00 NZD
  • Beginner spoon (Ōtepoti)

    Beginner spoon (Ōtepoti)

    $105.00 NZD
    $105.00 NZD
    Saturday 24 October: 9am-1pm SOLD OUT  Please email info@resourcefulcraft.org.nz to be added to the waitlist  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...
    $105.00 NZD
    $105.00 NZD
  • Sharpening (Ōtepoti)

    Sharpening (Ōtepoti)

    $60.00 NZD
    $60.00 NZD
    Saturday 24 October: 2pm-4.30pm SOLD OUT  Please email info@resourcefulcraft.org.nz to be added to the waitlist  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,...
    $60.00 NZD
    $60.00 NZD
  • Hand brush (Ōtepoti)

    Hand brush (Ōtepoti)

    $114.00 NZD
    $114.00 NZD
    Saturday 24 October: 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 cord-making techniques with tī kōuka, attaching...
    $114.00 NZD
    $114.00 NZD
  • Whisk brush (Ōtepoti)

    Whisk brush (Ōtepoti)

    $105.00 NZD
    $105.00 NZD
    Sunday 25 October: 9am-2pm Join Gemma to assemble a versatile whisk style brush, ideal for sweeping crumbs, wood shavings, or the front door step. After preparing tī kōuka fibres, you’ll learn a European twining technique to create strong, even cordage—a valuable skill that can...
    $105.00 NZD
    $105.00 NZD
  • Pencil brush (Ōtepoti)

    Pencil brush (Ōtepoti)

    $58.00 NZD
    $58.00 NZD
    Saturday 24 October: 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 with a European twining...
    $58.00 NZD
    $58.00 NZD
  • Swiss darning (Ōtepoti)

    Swiss darning (Ōtepoti)

    $65.00 NZD
    $65.00 NZD
    Sunday 25 October: 1pm-3pm Swiss darning is a precise and resourceful way to repair knitted fabric by recreating the original stitches with a needle and yarn. It’s ideal for reinforcing thin areas and keeping the stretch and look of knitwear. In this workshop, you...
    $65.00 NZD
    $65.00 NZD
  • Hand darning (Ōtepoti)

    Hand darning (Ōtepoti)

    $55.00 NZD
    $55.00 NZD
    Sunday 25 October: 10am-12pm 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 will guide you through the basics, from preparing your...
    $55.00 NZD
    $55.00 NZD
  • Drop spindle (Ōtepoti)

    Drop spindle (Ōtepoti)

    $102.00 NZD
    $102.00 NZD
    Saturday 24 October: 9am-1pm Spinning thread with a drop spindle is an ancient craft that has been practised throughout the world for thousands of years. Here you’ll learn the key techniques to start hand spinning beautifully soft yarn to add another dimension of depth...
    $102.00 NZD
    $102.00 NZD
  • Felt bowls (Ōtepoti)

    Felt bowls (Ōtepoti)

    $60.00 NZD
    $60.00 NZD
    Saturday 24 October: 2pm-4pm SOLD OUT  Please email info@resourcefulcraft.org.nz to be added to the waitlist  Did you know that felting is the oldest known way to make fabric? In this 2-hour workshop, you’ll explore the ancient art of felting to create a beautiful and...
    $60.00 NZD
    $60.00 NZD