Open Day provides a ‘window’ into the world of the Moutere Artisans

Touting gorgeous wares, the creatively talented collective that make up the Moutere Artisans are once again excited to throw open their doors and invite the public to their annual Spring Open Day on October 22. Attracting thousands of people across the region the event showcases the very best of what the skilled creators have to offer.

Celebrating some of the region's finest crafts and creations, the friendly collective warmly welcomes visitors to explore their special little village of Upper Moutere and its surrounding region. Spokesperson for the event, Tanya Doty says the Open Day is a wonderful opportunity to meet up with friends and showcase the Artisan's outstanding talents.

Tanya is the owner of Heartstone Baskets and lovingly creates handmade baskets constructed from cultivated willow and other locally sourced fibres. This year her products will be showcased at the Tasteology artisan store, located at the Old Post Office. She says with many locals making the annual pilgrimage to the event the team look forward to reconnecting with regulars and welcoming new visitors to the Open Day. “To be able to showcase what we do is wonderful. It is about so much more than just the Artisans. We live in a tiny little town that is tucked away, and we are all really proud and feel very lucky to have landed in such a place. The Open Day is a great way for us as a group to present our products to the region and show people how special Moutere really is.”

First year members, the team from South NZ Honey will be showcasing their wares at both 92 Neudorf Road and Tasteology in the village. Lauren Urquhart says, “It is a wonderful day out visiting the very talented, innovative and passionate artisans in their beautiful surroundings.”

Emily McCall from Jo Smith Paeonies looks forward to meeting with people and talking about the business at the Open Day. “October was our first Artisan event, and it was fantastic! We have a little car parking area, at 111 Kelling Road and enjoyed a really good flow of people that came along.”

Jewellery, sculptures, pottery and ceramics will be available on the day, and a pint can be enjoyed at New Zealand's oldest pub or new season wines sampled from the plethora of award-winning Moutere Valley vineyards, along with some of the country’s finest cheeses, mushrooms, olive oils, black garlic, and gourmet smallgoods and charcuterie.

The Moutere Artisans suggest meeting up with friends at the MHCC, where there is plenty of parking available and carpooling to each stop. There you will find maps, parking, toilet facilities and water.

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