Harakeke Crafting

Join our hands-on Harakeke workshop and learn the traditional art of creating a kōnae basket

These beautiful Māori flax baskets were traditionally used for gathering and serving kai and today make versatile storage pieces for the home.

Guided step-by-step, you’ll work with harakeke to shape and weave your own piece while learning the cultural significance behind this timeless practice.

By the end of the workshop you'll have the knowledge and skills to craft your own practical and sustainable Harakeke baskets.

These workshops embrace zero-waste, nature-based craft that creates beautiful, sustainable gifts and home decorations.

No experience needed—just come ready to create, connect, and take home your own handmade kōrari treasure.

About Tutor Toni Rowe

Toni lives in Ōtautahi with her partner and their five children. For over 20 years, she has woven and taught this beautiful taonga for various organisations, kura, and communities. Studying under Jeni Ratana and at TWOA Ōtautahi, she completed Level 5.

Raranga is integral to her life, and she loves creating and sharing this taonga.

Date

Saturday 5 September 1.30 - 4.30pm

Pricing

$85 Members & Friends of the Christchurch Botanic Gardens
$110 Non-Members
$150 Bundled with a CHS Membership

A CHS Membership can save you up to 30% off workshops and courses AND provides great discounts at local retailers as well as FREE attendance at our Monthly Meeting, Garden Life.