Creative Tourism

Try your hands at exploring the mix of arts and crafts offered by the Christchurch region. Our tutors are happy to engage you in their traditional skills, such as bone carving, jade carving or flax weaving. You can also choose to create a unique Origami souvenir, kiwistyle. And why not add the excitement of making your own piece of silver jewellery?


		Kiwiana Paper Art Learn the ancient art of Origami, Kiwi style, in this half-day workshop and create a photo album, greeting card or piece of artwork to take home as a unique New Zealand souvenir. Location: Christchurch Price: NZ$75.00
		Learn to Carve with the Bone Dude In this session you will create a beautiful and unique souvenir to take away with you as a reminder of our country and the time you have spent here. Location: Christchurch Price: NZ$55.00
		Make your Own Jade Carving This unique Kiwi experience allows you to work with beautiful “pounamu” (NZ greenstone or jade) and create your own piece of jewellery. You will be stunned at what you can do! Location: North New Brighon Price: NZ$120.00
		Silver Jewellery Workshop Join Katrina, a Kiwi contemporary jeweller who will show you how to design and make your very own piece of silver jewellery. Location: Christchurch Price: NZ$210.00 for one person, $180.00 each for two people.
		Weaving with Harakeke (NZ Flax) An introduction to traditional Maori weaving. Prepare and weave harakeke into mats and baskets whilst learning about its practical and cultural importance. Location: Christchurch Price: from NZ$120.00