Bay of Plenty Garden and Art Festival

Bloom in the Bay

Create the Conversation

Get Creative at Bloom in the Bay: Join Our Workshops!

Create the Conversation invites you to explore your artistic side at the Tauranga Garden and Arts Festival with two exciting workshops!


BLOOMING JEWELLERY: Learn the Art of French Beading

📅 Date: 14 Nov 2024
🕐 Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
📍 Location: Garden and Arts Festival, The Strand, Tauranga 3110, New Zealand

About the Workshop:
Dive into the intricate world of French Beading! In this workshop, you’ll learn both beginner and intermediate techniques, including:

  • Continuous Loop
  • Crossover Loop
  • Wrap Around Loop
  • Basic Frame

Using these techniques, you will create a beautiful pair of floral earrings (choose from Daffodil, Fuschia, or Tulip). Please note that French Beading can be a bit fiddly, so patience is key!

This is a wonderful opportunity to make friends, meet fellow artists, and unleash your creativity.

Ticket Price: Includes materials, tools, and resources to make 1 pair of beaded flower earrings.


KNOT YOUR AVERAGE HANGER: Learn the Art of Macrame

📅 Date: 15 Nov 2024
🕒 Time: 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm
📍 Location: Garden and Arts Festival, The Strand, Tauranga 3110, New Zealand

About the Workshop:
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll master the art of macrame by creating your very own Plant Hanger! You’ll learn essential knots including:

  • Half Square Knot
  • Gathering Knot
  • Square Knot

Using these techniques, you’ll craft a beautiful symmetrical pattern for your plant hanger to take home!

Whether you’re looking to make friends or explore your artistic skills, this workshop is perfect for everyone.

Ticket Price: Includes materials, tools, and resources to make 1 Plant Hanger.


🎟️ Tickets for both workshops are just $30! Purchase yours here: https://www.createtheconversation.co.nz/

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phone: 07 570 2525
address: PO Box 14100,  Tauranga 3143
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