Go from Novice to Weaver 
In Just A Few Days!

Step-by-step online with Veranoa Hetet, following a proven path to creativity, calm, and cultural connection—perfect for beginners, even if you're new to Māori culture.
Pictured: Veranoa with Kono (baskets at left) she wove from harakeke and (right) kono woven from paper by Elaine Ogilvy on day 4 of the free classes
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Start with a special series of lessons to weave a simple basket

Here's what you'll learn in the free classes

About Māori Weaving Techniques

About Māori Weaving Materials

How To Prepare To Weave

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How To Gather Harakeke

How To Prepare Harakeke

How To Weave A Kono

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You'll Also Get Access To

The Film: Tū Tangata
Weaving For The People

An intimate portrait of the creative life of Māori weaver, artist and teacher Erenora Puketapu-Hetet (1941-2006)
A Film Festival Documentary
directed by Robin Greenberg

The Film: He Waka Hono Tangata
A Canoe That Unites The People

The creating of waka taua and the power of these traditional canoe to galvanise communities of people.
A Film Festival Documentary
directed by Robin Greenberg

Film: Mō Te Iwi
Carving For The People

An intimate portrait of the creative life of Māori carver, artist and teacher, Rangi Hetet 
A Film Festival Documentary
directed by Robin Greenberg 

What You'll Discover

Tikanga

The wisdom of
Māori values and 
cultural practises 

Technique

Proper technique
to avoid wobbly 
and wonky weaving

Timing

Knowledge of
what to do and when
to do it for best results

Culture

Connect with
the timeless artistry
of our forebears

Creativity

Open the door 
to new and exciting
possibilities

Calm

Find peace in
the mindful bliss
of weaving
KIND WORDS FROM STUDENTS

What people say

I just love how Whaea Veranoa teaches. I love the freedom of being able to learn at my own pace. I use it as a time for 'just me'. To meditate and reflect.
— Amiria Hunt
Kia ora Veranoa, thank you for your wisdom and calm, I am loving the lessons and the path the harakeke is leading me on.

— Elizabeth Wycherley

Frequently Asked Questions:

What do I need?

You'll need:
  • A good pair of scissors.

  • A sharp Stanley knife.

  • A firm surface to weave on and preferably good natural light.

  • A source of harakeke (don't worry if you don't have harakeke because you can still learn the raranga technique using alternative materials - we'll tell you about those on Monday).

  • You will be shown how to properly gather and prepare harakeke for weaving during the 5 Day Experience.

Can I still do this if I don't have harakeke?

Absolutely!

You can use other plant materials, firm paper, stiff fabric or canvas.... Have fun experimenting.

What if I'm busy?

The lessons will be available in our virtual studio 24/7 for the duration of the experience and the weekend following the 5 days, so you can do them whenever it suits you.

Reviews For The Māori Weaving Experience

"Nga mihi Veranoa for this amazing experience..."

- Daniel Warren

"I would just like to say thank you, and how appreciative I am of this beautiful course..

I look forward to filling my home with kono.

Thank you for sharing your treasured

knowledge :)"

- Moira

"Thank you so much for sharing
your knowledge and amazing skills."

- Jane Dolan

"Have absolutely loved this experience.

Highly recommend.

Would definitely do it again. 💕

I am grateful for this opportunity and hope I'm able to continue on this journey. ☺️

- Pani Taiapa

"Simply amazing, this is something my wife and I can do together to pass the time....

Something we can both do with our daughter.

Maybe set one afternoon a week to do quality family time together....

Learning from you was awesome and you made it look so simple yet achievable."

- Rob Moke

"I'm so blessed to gift these taonga to my son and mokopuna."

- Ani Rikirangi

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Are you ready to start this adventure?