Teri Berry
Teri Berry is a felt-maker and potter working from her purpose-built studio, where visitors can watch her transform soft wool fibres into durable felt using only soapy water and skilled hands. Alongside creating tactile artworks in clay and felt, Teri runs felt-making workshops (teriberry.com/felting-classes-2) and offers both finished pieces and a curated selection of fibres […]
Maree Dillon
A lifelong creator using fabric has seen me focus on quilting and its techniques to create original designs and works of art. I enjoy the organic process of taking fabric and turning it into 3 dimensional products that provide both pleasure and comfort to others. More recently I have been focusing on the effect of […]
Glenys Duff
Glenys Duff of Taraire Croft Handwovens, first began weaving 40 years ago. A range of articles is woven in her studio, throws, wraps and scarves in beautifully soft merino/corriedale wool, silk, cotton and mohair. Many of these are hand dyed. Tuition is available and visitors to the studio are welcome by prior arrangement. Phone […]
Kerry Collins
I have been a textile artists for many years and i have a passion for dyeing and creating fabrics. Indigo dyeing creates beautiful fabrics and designs by folding, wraping the fabric then dye it in the indigo. I also boro stitch the fabrics, this method is done by the Japanese for mending. The last […]
Frances Stevens
I am a hand weaver. My work ranges from accessories and household textiles to sculptural pieces. I love exploring and experimenting with different yarns, especially New Zealand wools, and weaving techniques. My inspiration comes from the colours and patterns in my surroundings. Weaving offers endless possibilities so there is always something new to explore. […]
Beachland’s Local Artists
Beachlands local artists will be displaying a range of artwork and styles as a collective in the Beachlands Memorial Hall on Sunday. Artist range from textile art (Samantha Sutherland), Acrylic (Helene Henare, Manya Irons Venter & Loretta Arthur), Pencil/pastel (Rakel King) to Watercolour (Sae Shin). There will also be student artwork displayed from local […]
Artisans Alcove
Artisans Alcove is a creative wellbeing initiative supported by the Waiuku Family Support Network. It provides a platform for local artisans to showcase their work, express their creativity, and offers the community a chance to purchase unique, handcrafted art. Regular hours are 10AM-4PM Weekdays Visit them at 52 Queen St, Waiuku during this years art […]
Kate Alberta Weaving
Frances started weaving in 2014 after joining the local Waiuku Spinners and Weavers group. She enjoys both the technical and creative aspects of weaving and love experimenting with new techniques and yarns. Wherever possible she uses New Zealand wools. Her work ranges from contemporary domestic textiles and clothing through to sculptural pieces. Website: www.katealbertaweaving.com Contact email: katealbertaweaving@gmail.com […]
Marlene Keeley
Marlene has exhibited successfully in Waikato and Franklin. Her gallery displays mostlu subjects in acrylic and pastel paintings along with needle nuno felted miniature dogs and a variety of handcrafted gifts. Marlene has been a maker for many years. Open Studio Event Only Phone: 027-3995630
Glenys Duff: Taraire Croft
Glenys has been weaving for 40 years. She works from her Taraire Croft Studio surrounded by native bush. Her favourite yarns for weaving are silk and NZ wool. Glenys produces a range of rugs, scarves, and wraps. She dyes yarns to produce one of a kind wraps and scarves. Glenys exhibits work at the Pollok […]