Our Ōtepoti workshop tour has wrapped up for 2026, and we look forward to returning over Labour Weekend, 23–24 October 2027!

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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 the fibres securely to the hazel wood handle provided. You’ll experience the satisfying process of creating something functional with your hands, that upon completion is instantly useful.

Please note

• All materials and tools will be provided
• Gloves – Please bring close-fitting garden grip type gloves, as they help with grip and protection. Loose or baggy gloves can be a hazard.
• Footwear – Closed-in footwear is essential.
• Optional – Please bring secateurs if you have them.
• Food & Drink – Bring a water bottle to keep hydrated, and any food or snacks you may need over the course of the workshop. To observe tikanga, we ask that no food or hot drinks are consumed in the work space, a separate area will be available for breaks.
• This workshop is for adults aged 18 and over who can work safely without direct supervision with very sharp hand tools, or for young people aged 16–17 who can meet the same safety requirements and attend with a supervising adult. Please note that if a young person attends, two workshop places must be purchased (one for the young person and one for the accompanying adult).

Optional materials you may like to bring

(Entirely optional — all necessary materials will be supplied)

• If you do have a source of fallen, dried tī kōuka/cabbage tree leaves that you are able to soak (for at least a few nights) and bring along, please do. We always appreciate more of these.
• Bring an intention or job for your brushes, and if time allows we can work to tweak the brush for the specific job.

Cancellation

Bookings are non-refundable. If for any reason (this includes illness, travel delays, and injuries) you need to cancel your workshop, you will receive a refund minus a $30 administration fee. This is provided you contact us at least 14 full days before your booking.

Please see our Cancellation Policy for more details.

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