Te Hīkoi Taniko | EIT
Fri, 20 Mar
|EIT Tairāwhiti
Begin your journey with this hands-on workshop series into the traditional Māori art of Tāniko weaving.


Time & Location
20 Mar 2026, 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
EIT Tairāwhiti, 290 Palmerston Road, Gisborne 4010, New Zealand
About the event
Begin or deepen your journey into the traditional Māori art of Tāniko weaving. This course introduces students to the foundational techniques
of Tāniko - a unique finger-weaving method used to create intricate patterns rich in whakapapa, symbolism, and cultural meaning.
Under the guidance of Steph, you’ll learn the essential skills of the Tāniko process and explore how this enduring artform is traditionally applied in taonga such as korowai (cloaks), tīpare (headbands), pari (bodices), belts, and necklaces.
This course runs throughout the year, offering flexible monthly wānanga that you can join at any time to suit your calendar. Whether you’re
taking your very first step into Tāniko or you’re an experienced weaver looking to add new techniques to your kete, each wānanga provides an
opportunity to learn, grow, and connect.