Wool revolution studio
A textile hub dedicated to the research and development of New Zealand wool and natural fibres, uncovering the endless possibilities of sustainability in art and design.
Upcoming Classes
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Decorative Surfaces Wet Felting
With Liz Mitchell
Decorative Surfaces with Wet felting gives the opportunity to learn and explore wet felting. The first class provides an introduction to wet felting with wool rovings. You could create a book cover, wrapping paper, cushion cover or scarf. All materials provided, this class can be taken individually or as part of the 3 class series.
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Introduction to Wool Spinning
With Jill Farrell
With this 3 class series, you will learn and develop your technical experience with spinning your own yarn. Starting with the raw fleece you will develop the fibre and leave with a yarn ready to knit into your own project. Morning tea provided at each session. Price inclusive for all 3 classes, all materials provided.
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Introduction to Weaving for Beginners
With Mitali
Join us for an exciting and engaging weaving series designed especially for beginners, over the course of three Sundays.
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Wool Rugs
With Andrina Eyles
Peg Looming using Natural Wool.
Introduction to peg loom boards, and how to set them up.
If attending all 3 classes you will leave with a small rug that can be used in your home, office or car. Reconnecting with a very ancient way of providing warm insulating wall hangings, mats and rugs for everyday use. Step into a world of sustainable, regenerative, non-toxic, wool crafting. This class can be taken individually or as part of the 3 class series.
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Flower Felting
With Teri Berry
This class is centered around needle-felting and wet-felting processes.
Teri will demonstrate how to lay out wool to create petals and stamens and wrap a wire stem with wool before assembling and shaping your flower. You will have the option to decorate your flower with silk fibres or additional wool!
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Fashion Illustration
With Brian Molyneux
Fashion designer and university lecturer Brian Molyneux has a wealth of knowledge and experience to share. Join Brian for a class to learn and explore the possibilities of Fashion Illustration to build your skills and bring your designs to life. Fantastic for Fashion Design Students or anyone with a love of fashion. All experience levels welcome.
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Wool Revolution Studio, an exploration into circular crafts.
This raw material EXHIBITION
Corban Estate Art Centre
29th October - 9th December, 2023
This Raw Material was an exhibition featuring contemporary wool craft and bespoke creations by Liz Mitchell (MNZM).
Liz passionately believes that Aotearoa’s wool remains an underutilized resource with vast potential. It is primed for transformation into tangible products ideally suited for the global built environment. However, wool has unfortunately been overshadowed by synthetic fibres and plastics, which contribute to environmental pollution.
Liz’s mission encompasses two critical objectives: to introduce Aotearoa’s wool into every household and to showcase its versatility in a myriad of architectural applications. Her ultimate aim is to reignite worldwide appreciation for wool, driven by her design-centric approach, with the ambition of positioning Aotearoa’s robust wool as a sustainable and regenerative resource. This endeavour seeks to return wool design to the international forefront.
Exhibition Photographer | Ralph Brown
“I think the time is right for us to take New Zealand’s strong wool and show the world just how beautiful and useful it can be. It deserves to be in our furniture, on our floors, and on our walls. We have a huge opportunity ahead of us to make a positive change with New Zealand strong wool – that’s why we need a revolution,”
Liz Mitchell MNZM