• 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 strong, functional form using traditional techniques. Once dry, willow bark becomes stiff, robust, and long-lasting — a beautiful natural material that can serve you for many years. You’ll leave with a practical handmade pouch and the confidence to continue experimenting with willow bark weaving at home.

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.
• 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 have a tool (such as secateurs) which you would like to make a sheath for then please bring it along.
• Please bring scissors and a ruler if you have them.

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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We are grateful to be able to offer this workshop because of support from Creative New Zealand.