Creative Events in Hawke's Bay with Amy Lou Creative
Amy Lou Creative runs hands-on Creative Events in Hawke's Bay that are designed to be welcoming, low-pressure, and actually enjoyable. No perfection. No gatekeeping. No “you should already know how to do this”.
From guided creative workshops and casual creative clubs, to community craft swaps and pop-up Bead Bar parties, these events are about making stuff, meeting people, and giving your brain a break.
If you’re looking for workshops & creative events in Hawke's Bay, scrapbooking or journaling groups, or something fun and tactile to do that isn’t just another scroll, you’re in the right place.
Beads, Bows & Balms workshop
A guided, beginner-friendly creative workshop
Beads, Bows & Balms is a one-off, ticketed workshop where you’ll design and make your own beaded bow lip balm keychain. Cute, functional, and achievable in one session.
This workshop is:
Fully guided, step by step
Beginner friendly
Social, relaxed, and intentionally low-pressure
All materials are provided and you’ll leave with a finished piece you’ll actually use.
Craft Swap | 2026
Swap the stuff you’re not using for stuff you’ll actually love.
The Amy Lou Creative Craft Swap is a community event for people with half-used, untouched, or “I swear I’ll use this one day” craft supplies.
Bring what you’re done with. Swap it for something new-to-you. Leave inspired instead of guilty.
Craft types typically include:
Paper & scrapbooking supplies
Beads & jewellery making
Sewing, yarn, and fabric
Art materials and random creative bits
Creative Pages club
Creative Pages Club is a recurring creative session for adults who want to make, experiment, and play with paper without pressure.
Each month includes:
A prompted session for anyone who likes a bit of structure
A free-play session for those who want to do their own thing (with optional prompts if you get stuck)
It’s a hybrid of scrapbooking, junk journaling, visual journaling, and creative play. Beginners are very welcome. Experienced crafters are too. You don’t need to be “good at art” to belong here.
the Bead Bar: Creativity on the Go
Perfect for parties, markets, and creative gatherings. The Bead Bar lets guests design their own beaded accessories on-site. Fun, flexible, and totally customisable. Book it for your next event.
Discover your next creative moment
Whether you’re here for graphic design, creative workshops, or a hands-on event experience, Amy Lou Creative is about making space for creativity in everyday life.
No pressure. No gatekeeping. Just making things.
