Raft Studio

Raft Studio Raft studio is a 'walk in and create' space where locals can spend time learning new arts and crafts

We are open in all the Traffic light levels - in Red we will be enforcing a maximum of 8 people in the Studio at any one time.

03/09/2026

Meet Professor Daisy Fancourt 👋

She's one of the world's most highly cited scientists, has spent years researching how creativity can help us live healthier, happier lives and will be the keynote speaker in our upcoming webinar.

Join us for Art Cure: The science of how the arts transform our health, where Daisy will unpack the fascinating science behind art, creativity and wellbeing.

📅 Thursday 10 September
⏰ 6:45pm
💻 Free online webinar

Learn more and register today: https://www.mas.co.nz/art-cure-webinar/

🌸 **Ceramic Flower Bouquet Workshop** 🌸Looking for a creative evening where you can switch off, get hands-on, and make s...
01/09/2026

🌸 **Ceramic Flower Bouquet Workshop** 🌸

Looking for a creative evening where you can switch off, get hands-on, and make something beautiful?

Join **Wendy** for this fun, beginner-friendly 2-hour workshop and create your own colourful bouquet of ceramic flowers. Choose your favourite flowers and experiment with glazing in a range of colours to create a bunch that feels uniquely yours.

Ceramic flowers make a beautiful handmade gift, or you can add them to your garden for a splash of colour that lasts all year round 🌷

No previous experience is needed — just bring your imagination and enjoy an evening of making, colour and creativity.

📅 **Wednesday 16 September**
🕖 **7pm – 9pm**
💰 **$50 per person**
🌸 **All skill levels welcome**

**Book via our website or email us to reserve your spot.**

Come along, get creative, and make something that will keep blooming long after the workshop is over ✨

🧵 Mending Mondays at Raft Studios 🧵Got clothes or textiles that need a little TLC? Come along to Mending Mondays and lea...
28/08/2026

🧵 Mending Mondays at Raft Studios 🧵

Got clothes or textiles that need a little TLC? Come along to Mending Mondays and learn how to repair, refresh and give your favorite pieces a new lease on life.

Whether you're completely new to sewing or just need some friendly advice and a helping hand, you're welcome! 💚

Bring along a piece you'd like to mend, and we'll help you work out how to tackle it. All tools and materials are included.

A relaxed, practical and sustainable way to spend a Monday — because sometimes your favorite clothes just need a little love. ♻️🪡

📍 Raft Studios, Torbay
🧵 Beginners welcome
♻️ Repair • Reuse • Renew

🧵 Sewing Mondays at Raft Studios 🧵Already confident with a sewing machine and just looking for a space to play, create a...
27/08/2026

🧵 Sewing Mondays at Raft Studios 🧵

Already confident with a sewing machine and just looking for a space to play, create and make?

Bring your project and settle in for a relaxed day of sewing alongside other creatives. Book a table and enjoy access to our sewing machines, including plain sewers, overlockers and a cover seamer, plus all the tools you need to get making.

Whether you're finishing a project, starting something new or simply want some dedicated sewing time, Sewing Mondays is your space to create. ✂️🧵

📍 Raft Studios, Torbay
🪡 Bring your project
🧵 Machines & tools provided
☕ Relaxed, creative atmosphere

🧵 Creative Appliqué Workshop 🧵Come and join Ruth for a fun and relaxed afternoon of creativity!Learn how to create simpl...
27/08/2026

🧵 Creative Appliqué Workshop 🧵

Come and join Ruth for a fun and relaxed afternoon of creativity!

Learn how to create simple appliqué using scrap fabrics and turn your designs into a lovely little bag. This hands-on, beginner-friendly class is a great opportunity to learn different appliqué techniques, with a mix of sewing machine and hand stitching.

✨ Tuesday 1st September
🕜 1.30pm – 4.00pm
💰 $30 per person

No experience necessary — just come along, get creative and have some fun! 🪡✂️

Spaces are limited, so book your place Via the Website or Email us!

🌿 Wet-Felted Pod Workshop with Mary 🌿Come along and discover the wonderful world of wet felting with Mary!In this hands-...
16/08/2026

🌿 Wet-Felted Pod Workshop with Mary 🌿

Come along and discover the wonderful world of wet felting with Mary!

In this hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll learn how to create beautiful woolen pods using wet-felting techniques. Your finished creation can be transformed into a unique bag, basket, or beautiful handmade gift. 🧶✨

Explore colour, texture and creativity while learning a fun new craft in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

📅 Saturday 12th September
🕐 1pm – 4pm
💰 Cost: $55 per person

No experience necessary — just bring your creativity and enjoy an afternoon of felting fun! 💚

Spaces are limited, so book now via the Website or Email us!

✨ Stitch Meditation – One-Session Intro ✨Need a reset that doesn’t involve your phone?Join Lynn-Marie for a relaxed, han...
14/08/2026

✨ Stitch Meditation – One-Session Intro ✨

Need a reset that doesn’t involve your phone?

Join Lynn-Marie for a relaxed, hands-on intro to Stitch Meditation. It’s simple, slow, and surprisingly calming. Perfect if you want to de-stress after work, boost creativity, or just switch off from the constant noise of daily life.

No experience needed. Small group, plenty of guidance, and all materials provided. Just show up.

🗓 Saturday 5th September
Time: 2 - 4pm
💲 $30 per person
✂️ Tools + materials included

Spots are limited.

Book you place now via the website or send us an Email.

Address

168 Deepcreek Road, Torbay
Auckland
0632

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 4:30pm
7pm - 9pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 5:30am

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