Resourceful Craft '25

All 2025 sessions are now complete. Look out for this workshop again in 2026.   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...

All 2025 sessions are now complete. Look out for this workshop again in 2026.   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...

All 2025 sessions are now complete. Look out for this workshop again in 2026.   Celebrate the seasons with a wreath-making workshop using natural materials. Begin by crafting strong tī kōuka twine using a European string-making technique useful for forming the foundation of your...

Sunday 26 October: 10am-4pm   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 where textile waste is so abundant. Annie will lead you...

Saturday 25 October: 10am-2pm   Patchwork is a creative and resourceful craft, transforming fabric scraps into something new. Mirabel will guide you through the process of composing and hand-sewing a small patchwork piece, perfect as a stand-alone creation or the beginning of a larger...

Saturday 25 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,...

Saturday 25 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...

Sunday 26 October: 9am-2pm   Join Gemma to assemble a versatile whisk brush, ideal for sweeping crumbs, wood shavings, or food. Using natural tī kōuka fibres, you’ll start by learning a European twining technique to create strong, even cordage—a valuable skill that can be...

Sunday 26 October: 9am-1pm   This beginner-friendly workshop introduces you to the ancient craft of spoon carving and basic whittling with hand tools. Learn about spoon-design and sketch your own design onto a blank cut from locally harvested green wood. Practise safe carving techniques with...

Saturday 25 October: 10am-4pm   Experience spoon carving from scratch in this immersive one-day workshop. Learn different design approaches and how to split out green wood and shape it using an axe. You’ll also learn safe techniques to refine your spoon with knives, and...

Sunday 26 October: 2pm-4.30pm   Sharpening is an essential resourceful skill to maintain your tools, ensuring they 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 tools and garden implements using affordable,...

Sunday 26 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 garment to...

Sunday 26 October: 2pm-4pm   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 functional felt bowl from natural, un-dyed Aotearoa wool. Using just...

Saturday 25 October: 10am-2pm   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...

Please note: This is NOT a beginners spoon carving workshop. 2nd Thursday of each month, Mar-Dec: 6pm-9pm Spoon club is a place to practise and refresh your green wood carving skills with like-minded individuals. If you have attended a spoon carving workshop with us,...

2nd Monday of each month, Feb-Dec: 6pm-9pm This is an opportunity to join others in a warm and welcoming environment to sew and repair your much loved clothes. Be resourceful and come along to enjoy the art of mending, either through machine sewing or...

3rd Monday of each month, Feb-Dec: 6pm-9pm April wil be held the following week due to Easter Monday. April Club will be held on 28 April. We are very excited to host this club for those who share a love for weaving and want...