Tash Barneveld

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E mihi ana ki ngā tohu o nehe o Te Awakairangi e noho nei au.

While i’ve been dyeing yarn under Knitsch Yarns since 2010, and opened Holland Road Yarn Co in 2011, I also have a deep love for running events.

As volunteer wrangler at Webstock for ten years, and co-organiser of WWGSD, I’ve learned from the best about how the details make for the best experiences.

Having been part of yarn and craft events around NZ variously as sponsor, trader and attendee, I couldn’t shake the idea of doing an event that is a little different. My vision for Craft Camp is to have a weekend that isn’t rushed, isn’t focussed on buying more stuff, and has plenty of time to make.

The first and only event so far was in 2019, and then covid got in the way of a second. 2025 sees fresh inspiration to bring people together again, and I’m so looking forward to it!

I’m deeply committed to ensuring Craft Camp is a welcoming space for our diverse community. As a cis-het-pākeha, it is my privilege to continuously learn and adjust how to best create a safe space. Any feedback on how Craft Camp can improve in this will be received and treated with the utmost respect and humility.