Renowned fibre artist Esther Nitschke MBE has been spinning, weaving and teaching workshops for 60 years. Her long history of awards and accolades include three woven garments held in the collection at Te Papa and in 1994 she was made a Member of the Order of the British Empire for her services to weaving.  

Esther will be giving demonstrations and exhibiting a range of work including her beautiful wool blankets and cushions.