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NZ Textile Experiences' Content

31/01/26  to 31/01/26

Spinning Workshop - Beyond the Basics: Making Wool Do What You Want (Presented by NZTE)

This workshop is for those who can spin a basic 2-ply yarn and who want to experiment with more advanced techniques using a spinning wheel.

Nelson / Tasman ,
Jan 31, 2026
31/01/26  to 31/01/26

Artisan Workshop - Preserving Garden Produce Made Easy (Presented by NZTE)

In this one day workshop you can bring some of your produce, such as apples, pears, plums, peaches, as well as vegetables including beetroot, tomatoes, zucchini, peppers, onions, and we will magically turn them into rows of glistening jars of beautiful preserves.

Nelson / Tasman ,
Jan 31, 2026
01/02/26  to 01/02/26

Rug Making Workshop - Heirloom Hooked Fleece Rug (Presented by NZTE)

Learn how to make an Heirloom Hooked Fleece Rug, with both tufted and loop pile textures.

Nelson / Tasman ,
Feb 1, 2026
07/02/26  to 08/02/26

Recycle & Create Workshop - Creative Textiles (Presented by NZTE)

Discover being resourceful by learning to manage repurposed and recycled materials to create unique and interesting small sculptures, contemporary jewellery, or artworks for your interior.

Nelson / Tasman ,
Feb 8, 2026
14/02/26  to 14/02/26

Artisan Workshop - Jams in a Jiffy! (Presented by NZTE)

Come along to this fast paced one-day workshop where we will pop on our pinnies, roll up our sleeves and celebrate the wonderful art of making delicious jams!

Nelson / Tasman ,
Feb 14, 2026
18/02/26  to 19/02/26

Textile Collage Workshop - Intensive Stitch Stories (Presented by NZTE)

Explore themes of memory and nostalgia to create personal "stitch stories". This two-day workshop is designed to ignite your creativity to create hand-stitched textile collage pieces that are personal to you.

Nelson / Tasman ,
Feb 19, 2026
21/02/26  to 22/02/26

Screen Printing Workshop - Create Fabulous Screen Prints on Fabric or Paper (Presented by NZTE)

This fun and fast-paced workshop will guide you through the process of screen printing onto fabrics or paper. You will learn how to design and cut stencils, colour mixing techniques and how to register works when printing.

Nelson / Tasman ,
Feb 22, 2026
21/02/26  to 22/02/26

Harakeke (NZ Flax) Weaving Workshop - Beginner Journey (Presented by NZTE)

From plant to product, in this workshop you will learn the skills of weaving with Harakeke (NZ Flax).

Nelson / Tasman ,
Feb 22, 2026
28/02/26  to 28/02/26

Slow Fashion Workshop - Visible Mending with a Speedweve Darning Loom (Presented by NZTE)

In this one-day workshop you will learn all the tips and tricks of speedweve mending which you will be able to use in everyday life. Over time you can progress to mending with shapes such as diamonds, checker patterns and hearts.

Nelson / Tasman ,
Feb 28, 2026
28/02/26  to 28/02/26

Spinning Workshop - Sheep to Skein: Learn to Spin (Presented by NZTE)

Meet the sheep! Experience the feel of 'raw' wool and how to prepare it. Then create a yarn using just your fingers before progressing to using a spinning wheel!

Nelson / Tasman ,
Feb 28, 2026
28/02/26  to 28/02/26

Artisan Workshop - Preserving Garden Produce Made Easy (Presented by NZTE)

In this one day workshop you can bring some of your produce, such as apples, pears, plums, peaches, as well as vegetables including beetroot, tomatoes, zucchini, peppers, onions, and we will magically turn them into rows of glistening jars of beautiful preserves.

Nelson / Tasman ,
Feb 28, 2026
28/02/26  to 01/03/26

Recycle & Create Workshop - Creative Textiles (Presented by NZTE)

Discover being resourceful by learning to manage repurposed and recycled materials to create unique and interesting small sculptures, contemporary jewellery, or artworks for your interior.

Nelson / Tasman ,
Mar 1, 2026