Slow Woven Textile Studio

Natasha Christensen of Slow Woven Textile Studio is a Manawatū based weaver and fibre artist who works exclusively with natural fibres and hand-dyes yarn in colours inspired by the beautiful native plant life of Aotearoa, New Zealand.

She trained under master weaver Esther Nitschke MBE, who remained a dear friend and mentor her until her passing in January 2026. Natasha works from a large, light-filled studio on a farm near Palmerston North, sharing the creative space with her father, rural artist Graham Christensen.

Her work balances artistry and everyday usefulness. A handwoven throw may hang as a statement piece in a gallery, yet it is equally made to be lived with — draped over a chair, wrapped around shoulders, and woven into the quiet rituals of daily life.

Slow Woven celebrates the slow nature of weaving, the patience and mindfulness required, and the true beauty of a unique hand-crafted textile.  

Join Natasha in the studio on the first Sunday of each month for a relaxed Open Day where you can view her work, learn about weaving, see demonstrations and even have a go yourself - you can make your very own hand woven mug rug to take home for free!