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June & July 2016
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   We were so thrilled to offer a great line up of Designer-led classes and
   events for the first time as part of KIDSFEST 2016 in our Community Space at
   49 Nancy  Ave, Mairehau  in July! 
  
   Kids from near and far enjoyed a fantastic fortnight of classes culminating in our inaugural
   Mini Makers Day Market for young creative entrepreneurs. We're very please to have
   received such positive feedback from children, parents and attendees and look forward to
   bringing more quality programming to the community.

ORIGAMI HEARTS & FLOWERS
MON 11 July 2016

Ages: 5-13 years

Cost: $10

Learn the beautiful and ancient Japanese art of Origami or paper folding. This introduction to Origami will teach children how to make gorgeous paper hearts, complete with a secret pocket for messages or tiny gifts. They can also choose to make the sensational kusudama flower and take home a small posy to share with family and friends.
All materials are provided and children will have the opportunity to decorate their own paper to make their creations with – to make them extra special as a gift.

For children who have difficulty in folding paper, assistance will be given in all aspects of the art. Each child will go home with a small posy of up to 5 hearts or flowers. Papers will largely be recycled materials and children will be encouraged to recycle, reuse and upcycle materials wherever possible in this workshop.

Click Sessions below to book:

Session 1: 10:30-11:30AM

Session 2: 12:00-1:00PM  

Tutor: 
Sonia McManus
Tiki Kiwi Designs

DECORATE YOUR OWN RECYCLED LEATHER CUFF BRACELET
MON 18 July 2016

Ages: 7-13 years

Cost: $20

Waste Not Want Not. Making something special from recycled materials is cool. In this workshop learn how to decorate your own unique cuff bracelet, recycled from old leather belts and do your bit to help protect the planet at the same time. Pre-cut belts will be finished with snap fasteners ready for children to weave their creative magic on.

Children will be encouraged to plan their design out and will be guided through several specific and age appropriate techniques to decorate their bracelet such as painting, stamping, drawing and stenciling.

All materials and instruction are provided. Parents are welcome to stay and help. All workshop participants will go home with a cool, unique bracelet.

Click Sessions below to book:

Session 1: 10:30-11:30AM

Session 2: 12:00-1:00PM  

Tutor: 
Sonia McManus
Tiki Kiwi Designs

Make a
PEBBLE CACTUS GARDEN
WED 13 July 2016

Ages: 8-13 years

Cost: $20

Pebbles are incredibly tactile and children enjoy working with them. This pebble cactus garden class will appeal to older primary school-aged boys and girls.

In a stimulating environment, kids will have loads of fun designing their pebble gardens with local pebble artist, Krithika. They will learn techniques of painting, stenciling and printing with a variety of tools onto hard surfaces.

All materials and instructions will be provided. Caregivers are welcome.

Participants will take home an impressive finished piece that they can enjoy or gift.

Bookings essential.



Click Sessions below to book:

Session 1: 10:30-NOON

Session 2: 1:00-2:30PM  

Tutor: 
Krithika Yogeeswaran
Jambalaya Handmade Crafts

MAKE A
PEBBLE CANVAS

WED 20 July 2016

Ages: 7-13 years

Cost: $15

Pebbles are incredibly tactile and children enjoy working with them.

This natural materials collage class will appeal to primary school-aged boys and girls who enjoy collecting from nature.

In a stimulating environment, kids will enjoy designing their collages with a fantastic selection of pebbles and other natural material with local pebble artist, Krithika. Assistance will be provided while using hot glue and other adhesives.

All materials and instructions will be provided. Caregivers are welcome.

Participants will take home an impressive finished piece that they can enjoy or gift.



Click Sessions below to book:

Session 1: 10:30-11:30AM

Session 2: 12:00-1:00PM  

Tutor: 
Krithika Yogeeswaran
Jambalaya Handmade Crafts

COLOURING & CARTOONS
FRI 15 July 2016

Ages: 7-13 years

Cost: $5

Sarah, will teach participants about colouring with watercolor pencils and how to add shading to their drawings. They will work on creating their own cartoon characters and will make some hand-made cards that are their's to keep.

Caregivers are encouraged to join in on the class as colouring & drawing is a great pastime to share together!
Sarah has recently produced her own children's colouring book featuring New Zealand native birds in funny (and informative) situations. She has been teaching adults colouring classes and is passionate about getting people to pick up their pens & pencils and start creating!

Bookings essential. All materials included.




Click Sessions below to book:

Session 1: 1:00-2:00PM

Session 2: 2:30-3:30PM  

Tutor: 
Sarah Greig
Sarah Greig Illustration + design

MINI MAKERS DAY
MARKET
@ Pay It Forward
FRI 22 July 2016

Ages: 8-13 years

Cost: $5 (for finalists only)

Pay it Forward would like to invite budding creative entrepreneurs to apply to be a part of our Co-op on Mini Makers Day Friday, 22nd July 2016.

Apply with pictures and descriptions of your hand-made creations by midnight
20th June 2016 (no cost to apply).

A curator’s panel will notify finalists by
25th June 2016.

Finalists will have the opportunity to learn about the handmade market place and making and selling hand-made products from local designers. They will have a few weeks to build up their stock and market their products for sale on Mini Makers Day.  Finalists will be asked to bring a buddy or caregiver, a cash float, your lunch and products and set up your market stall from 10:00-11:00AM on the day. The doors open to the public from 11:00AM-2:00PM. Enjoy three hours of marketing and sales to the public as part of the Pay it Forward Designer Cooperative Store.

Send applications to:

Krithika
[email protected]
April & May 2016
KIDS COLOURING COMPETITION:
This competition is open the kids aged 14 and under.

Return competed forms to the shop (49 Nancy Ave, Mairehau) by 4PM Wed 4th May, 2016. Winners will be announced on Friday 6th May 2016. One prize pack for the winner of the under 6 age category and one prize pack for the winner of the 7-14 age category.

Download our Kids Colouring Competition Entry Form here.
TEENS & ADULTS COLOURING COMPETITION:
This competition is open to teens and adults.

Return competed forms to the shop (49 Nancy Ave, Mairehau) by 4PM Wed 4th May, 2016. Winners will be announced on Friday 6th May 2016. One fantastic prize pack for the winner of this competition.

Download our Teen & Adults Colouring Competition Form here.

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Mother's Day Crafts Session for Kids:
49 Nancy Ave, Mairehau, Christchurch             Open:  Monday to Friday 10am-4pm, Saturday 11am-3pm,  Sunday Closed