The Ayke & WhatNot Studio has been a great work in progress since November 2020. Read the blog to find out about the latest changes.

When the blossoms announce the arrival of spring, it indicates the change seasons and is be a great time to assess your space.

As a beginner, I am enjoying the lessons I am already learning from woodworking. These include the importance of planning and patience.

We love working with reclaimed timber. You never quite know what you will find once you have cleaned it up, sanded it down and discover its true beauty.

Learning how to work with wood, tools and understanding the meeting point of form and function has offered me new perspectives on creativity

While I am definitely still a ‘maker in the making’, being a part of the Waitaki Meet the Maker studio tour is such a great opportunity...