Ipu are multi purposed baskets woven with harakeke (flax) and are traditionally used for customary purposes such as containing the whenua (placenta) of a newborn, they are great for storage and the perfect alternative to gift wrapping.
During this workshop you will weave both a base and a lid for your Ipu.
The workshop is designed for beginner weavers but some prior knowledge of the processes of weaving would be advantageous.
Tutors: Aroha & Sandra
Date: 11th June
Time: 11am to 1pm
Where: The Artery Historic Village
Cost: $65
All materials and tools will be provided.
Book here: https://www.eventspronto.co.nz/ipuworkshop
This workshop is apart of the Incubator’s Matariki Celebrations 2022
