Craft Your Perfect HANDMADE Weekend

Craft Your Perfect HANDMADE Weekend

It’s time to join in the celebration of all things HANDMADE. Tickets are now on sale for HANDMADE 2012 – the event for people wanting to learn the skills and crafts of previous generations but in today’s context using modern technology and style

HANDMADE 2012 will take place over Queen’s Birthday weekend (June 2-3) in Wellington with an exciting two day programme. There are 80 activities on offer such as workshops, masterclasses and lectures that cover a wide variety of handmade crafts and skills across eight categories, Remade, Taste, Yarn, Homework, Heirloom, Stitch, World and Free Range.

“HANDMADE 2012 is all about exploring your HANDMADE potential,” says event creator, Melanie Walker.

And, just as with the inaugural HANDMADE held last year the 2012 event will be another exciting, enjoyable and inspiring occasion.

“We’re delighted to be able to bring well regarded experts such as Lynda Hallinan editor-at-large of NZ Gardener magazine, food writer and caterer Ruth Pretty, fashion designer Tamsin Cooper, Interior Designer Alex Fulton, Australian Quilter and Author Kathy Doughty to HANDMADE,” says Melanie.

Some classes are back by popular demand, some teachers will be returning with new things to teach and there are new HANDMADE experts as well.

“The essence of HANDMADE is about bringing together experts to pass on their skills to people wanting to learn more about different crafts that are experiencing a renaissance. The programme we’ve got will once again bring a lot of choice to people wanting to learn in a friendly and enjoyable workshop environment," says Melanie.

“Some classes sold out last year so make sure you get in early. Purchase your tickets now to secure your favourites and by the time winter rolls into town you’ll have planned the perfect HANDMADE weekend to enjoy!”

Visit www.handmade2012.co.nz to view the full programme and to book your tickets.

www.handmade2012.co.nz

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