Check out these fun events all focused on reducing plastic use this July. Whether you're looking for engaging activities for kids over the holidays or some mindful and social crafting for adults, we've got you covered!
Events for adults
Make your own body scrub
Take time out for yourself and learn how to make your own body scrub with common kitchen ingredients.
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Beeswax Wraps Workshop
Learn how to make beeswax wraps this Plastic free July! Beeswax wraps are an excellent replacement for plastic wrap or sandwich bags.
Simple Adult Raranga
Join our regular monthly Raranga workshop. Staff will guide you step-by-step as you begin your raranga (weaving) journey. You will learn about harakeke and how to weave simple items while following tikanga.
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Furoshiki Gift Wrapping Workshop
Learn the Japanese art of folding fabric to wrap presents, bottles and create a handbag with only one piece of fabric!
See Furoshiki workshop detailsEvents for kids
Circular Seascapes with the ReCreators
Kids will create beautiful circular seascapes using upcycled materials to celebrate Matariki and our oceans.
This hands-on activity explores creativity while promoting sustainability!
Make your own “plastic” toys
Learn how to make your own “plastic” toys using milk!
This gives an opportunity to make your own toys and figurines without using plastic.
String & Nail Art Whetu with the ReCreators
In this workshop kids will learn the very seventies craft that is making a comeback -string art! We will be painting, hammering and then weaving the strings to make stars. This is a great class to help children learn how to hammer!
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Poi Making with the ReCreators
Make a truly upcycled poi with reclaimed t-shirts and wool off-cuts. The t-shirt is used in every step of the process, from making the poi's braid and pompom, to wrapping the poi ball.
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Kooura 3D Art with the ReCreators
Become a freshwater explorer! We’ll be creating kooura cutouts and setting them in a beautifully painted riverbed scene.
Discover the hidden world of kooura - learning about their habitats and the important role they play in our waterways.
Collage a koru with the ReCreators
In this workshop, kids will collage koru and learn how to do paper collage.
As we create our artwork we will talk about the meaning of the koru symbol, which symbolises new life, growth, strength and peace.
Paper mache sea creatures with the ReCreators
This workshop teaches the art of paper mache. We will design and create amazing sea creatures using cardboard, newsprint and wallpaper glue, which will then be hand painted.
These sculptures are fun to make and are great for kids who love to create!