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30 Jan
Spinning Workshop - Sheep to Skein: Learn to Spin
1 Day: 30 January 2026
Location: Fleecewood Farm, Hiwipango Road, Wakefield
Learn moreTutor: Anne Grassham
Level: All
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31 Jan
Artisan Workshop - Preserving Garden Produce Made Easy
1 Day: 31 January 2026
Motupipi, Takaka, Golden Bay
Learn moreTutor: Judith Ritchie
Level: All welcome
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31 Jan
Spinning Workshop - Beyond the Basics: Making Wool Do What You Want
1 Day: 31 January 2026
Location: Fleecewood Farm, Hiwipango Road, Wakefield (near Nelson)
Learn moreTutor: Anne Grassham
Level: Experienced spinners
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1 Feb
Rug Making Workshop - Heirloom Hooked Fleece Rug
1 Day: 1 February 2026
Location: Fleecewood Farm, Hiwipango Road, Wakefield
Learn moreTutor: Anne Grassham
Level: All
Screen Printing
Screen Printing
Eco Dyeing
Eco Dyeing
Textile Collage
Textile Collage
Recycle and Create
Recycle and Create
Spinning
Spinning
Harakeke Weaving
Harakeke Weaving
Speedweve Mending (Darning)
Speedweve Mending (Darning)
Mono Printing
Mono Printing
Feltmaking
Feltmaking
Advanced Screen Printing
Advanced Screen Printing
Speedweve Mending
Speedweve Mending
Most Popular Workshops
Artist Works for Sale
Take some of our tutors' inspiring work home with you!
Support our talented local artists and display their gorgeous artworks in your space, or gift something truly special to the art-lover in your life.
Offering one-of-a-kind pieces and prints with Free Shipping.
International shipping details and cost available on request.
Our Vision
Creating Unique, Award-Winning Experiences
By participating in a textile, fibre or artisanal workshop, you will learn more about our country and meet local people who are also passionate about textiles, and take home a unique piece of textile art.
"The environment was informative and informal - it was awesome to be able to develop my own design, thanks Judith!"– Rebecca Anderson-Griffith
"You come away having created something you didn't think you could... a great sense of accomplishment!"– Estelle Van Til
I went home bursting with ideas and inspiration. Thankyou, it was an amazing weekend."– Lyn Huggins
"Perfect location, very peaceful and inspiring... I learnt lots of techniques and knowledge..."– Pauline Farley
Local Look
Discover new and popular experiences or places to eat/drink in our Nelson/Tasman community and beyond. Published once a month.
January 2026 Edition
What's on - January 2026 / Make It Nelson / Changing Threads - Contemporary Textile Fibre Art Awards / NZTE is For Sale
December 2025 Edition
What's on - December 2025 / Shop Artist Works on NZTE / Upcoming Textile and Fibre Arts Events Across NZ
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NZTE Tutor Anne is on Country Calendar!
Our incredibly talented NZTE tutor Anne Grassham recently appeared on Hyundai's Country Calendar showcasing her beautiful Fleecewood farm.
Check it out!
