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Whakatū Nelson Workshops

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Whakatū Nelson Workshops on Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 July 2025 – what a wonderful weekend of making and connection! 

We don't have any more Whakatū workshops planned for 2025, but we’re already looking ahead, so keep an eye out for our 2026 programme for the next round of workshops.

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  • Hand brush (Whakatū)Hand brush (Whakatū)

    Hand brush (Whakatū)

    All 2025 sessions are now complete. Look out for this workshop again in 2026.   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...
    $110.00
    $110.00
  • Whisk brush (Whakatū)Whisk brush (Whakatū)

    Whisk brush (Whakatū)

    All 2025 sessions are now complete. Look out for this workshop again in 2026.   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...
    $98.00
    $98.00
  • Pencil brush (Whakatū)

    Pencil brush (Whakatū)

    All 2025 sessions are now complete. Look out for this workshop again in 2026.   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....
    $55.00
    $55.00
  • Wreath (Whakatū)

    Wreath (Whakatū)

    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...
    $45.00
    $45.00
  • Rag rug (Whakatū)

    Rag rug (Whakatū)

    All 2025 sessions are now complete. Look out for this workshop again in 2026.   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...
    $165.00
    $165.00
  • Patchwork (Whakatū)

    Patchwork (Whakatū)

    All 2025 sessions are now complete. Look out for this workshop again in 2026.   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...
    $98.00
    $98.00
  • Drop spindle spinning (Whakatū)

    Drop spindle spinning (Whakatū)

    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...
    $98.00
    $98.00
  • Felt bowls (Whakatū)

    Felt bowls (Whakatū)

    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...
    $55.00
    $55.00
  • Hand darning (Whakatū)Hand darning (Whakatū)

    Hand darning (Whakatū)

    All 2025 sessions are now complete. Look out for this workshop again in 2026.   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...
    $50.00
    $50.00