Wreath (Ōtautahi)

Learn to make twine using tī kōuka and then transform it into a beautiful wreath.

Canterbury WEA Gloucester Street, Christchurch Central City, Ōtautahi, New Zealand

$45.00 per person

Saturday 24 May: 1pm-3pm
Saturday 30 August: 1pm-3pm
Sunday 23 November: 3pm-5pm
Saturday 6 December: 10am-12pm
Saturday 6 December: 1pm-3pm

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 wreath and many other things. Then, learn how to twist the twine into a wreath shape, finishing by creating a bow if you desire.

Please note:

Expect to get covered in tī kōuka.
Please wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes, and bring work gloves if you have some, and some scissors.
This workshop is for adults.

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.

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

Diana Duncan

Having studied fashion design and worked in clothing repairs and alterations, Diana has always enjoyed creative design and problem solving. Her desire to tread lightly on this earth and conserve its resources has found a natural fit with
the materials she grows and forages for her weaving practice. More recently, Diana has focussed on willow growing and weaving. Diana is teaching wreath making, hosting monthly basket sessions, and leads a group that looks after our basket willow coppice.