For makers, wearers and viewers

WHAKATŪ, AOTEAROA

Ancient Techniques for the Cords of Today

Workshop

Settle in for a creatively nourishing day with artist and weaver Annie Mackenzie exploring the ancient art of cord making. This workshop will cover both how to make cord or string in the hand and also the fundamental techniques of spinning on a drop spindle.

During this day long workshop participants will be encouraged to explore making cord with a variety of materials, including naturally foraged and repurposed materials. With particular emphasis on tuning in to what is available to us as cord makers, but often overlooked. Through learning these timeless skills you will discover the beauty within a handmade cord.

You will be provided with a range of materials including silk and linen to learn and experiment with and also have the opportunity to purchase an NZ made drop spindle ($15) to take home to continue your cord making journey.

This class is suitable for enthusiastic beginners, with good dexterity in their hands.

Ticket price includes $25 of materials.
Event Details

Genre: Workshop

Artist / Tutor: Annie Mackenzie

Date: 15/04/2025, 16/04/2025

Times: 09:00 - 16:00

Price: $180

Venue: NMIT Classroom

Skill level required: This class is suitable for enthusiastic beginners, with good dexterity in their hands.

Students need to bring: Bring a pair of strong sharp scissors if possible

15/04/2025 9.00am

NMIT Classroom

Price: $180

16/04/2025 9.00am

NMIT Classroom

Price: $180


Annie Mackenzie


Annie Mackenzie lives in the village of Torea Granity, on the West Coast of Te Waipounamu, the South Island of Aotearoa. Where she maintains a practice as a spinner, weaver, occasional dyer and easily distracted gardener. She has a Bachelor of Fine Arts in sculpture from the University of Canterbury Te Whare W_nanga o Waitaha. Over the past decade Annie has established herself as handloom weaver learning her craft through the New Zealand Woolcrafts Society of Spinners and Weavers Guilds. She was the recipient of Dame Doreen's Gift from the Blumhardt Foundation in 2024.


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