The Crafty Kiwi

12/06/2026

I WOULD LOVE TO KNOW FROM EVERYONE:
When you start projects, do you like to finish them, do you have 3/4 done, half done, or are they UFO's for the next few years?

Comment below 👇

11/06/2026

I'm up on the 3Quarter Designs page today, sharing my Design Team creation using the latest collection Paper Tales and their envelope album base.

01/06/2026

📖✨ Once upon a time, there was a beautiful new collection called Paper Tales... ✨📖

Step into a world of creativity with the stunning Paper Tales Collection by 3Quarter Designs. Featuring enchanting designs, beautiful florals, vintage-inspired elements, and storybook charm, this collection is perfect for bringing your creative projects to life.

Perfect for:
💖 Card Making
📖 Scrapbooking
🖋️ Journaling
🎁 Handmade Gifts

Whether you're documenting cherished memories or creating something special for a loved one, Paper Tales adds a touch of magic to every project.

🛍️ Available now online and in-store!
https://thecraftykiwi.co.nz/

What story would you tell with Paper Tales? Let us know in the comments! ✨

01/06/2026

🌸💕 Oh So Lovely by Uniquely Creative 💕🌸

Fall in love with the beautiful new Oh So Lovely Collection from Uniquely Creative! Filled with gorgeous florals, soft colours, elegant patterns, and charming details, this collection is perfect for creating projects that celebrate life's special moments.

✨ Perfect for:
💖 Card Making
📖 Scrapbooking
🖋️ Journaling
🎁 Handmade Gifts

Whether you're creating a heartfelt card, preserving treasured memories, or crafting something beautiful just because, Oh So Lovely is sure to inspire.

🛍️ Available now online and in-store.
https://thecraftykiwi.co.nz/

What would you create with this gorgeous collection? Let us know below! 👇

01/06/2026

✨ Discover the Magic of the Lunar Horoscopes Collection by 3Quarter Designs! ✨

Celebrate the beauty, symbolism, and wisdom of the lunar zodiac with this stunning collection from 3Quarter Designs. 🌙

Featuring intricate artwork and celestial-inspired designs, these papers and embellishments are perfect for:
🎨 Card Making
📖 Scrapbooking
📔 Journaling
🎁 Handmade Gifts

Whether you're crafting for Lunar New Year celebrations or simply love zodiac-inspired designs, this collection is sure to spark your creativity.

🛍️ Available now at https://thecraftykiwi.co.nz/

28/05/2026

In-store and online all weekend! Don't miss out! 😍
https://thecraftykiwi.co.nz/collections/clearance

27/05/2026

CRAFT & CREATE NZ - TAURANGA 3/4 July.
I'm really looking forward to this event in Tauranga. I hope to meet some of my very valued customers in person. Are you coming? My classes will be published in due course 😍

MEET THE EXHIBITORS #1

We will start with a newbie Papercrafter to the Tauranga show - all the way from Christchurch we are pleased to welcome Annemarie and the team from The Crafty Kiwi

The Crafty Kiwi is excited to be bringing our Christchurch-based store to the Tauranga Show

Join Annemarie, founder of The Crafty Kiwi, for inspiring classes and a wonderful selection of top papercrafting brands. You’ll find favourites like Katy Sue Designs, Hunkydory, Uniquely Creative, CrafTreat, 49 and Market, Arden Creative Studio, AALL & Create, Stamperia, Graphic 45 and more.

With many decades of experience in the papercraft industry and a passion for encouraging crafters to “Craft Your Wellbeing”, Annemarie and her team look forward to welcoming you to the stand. Come and explore a treasure trove of quality products, enjoy competitive prices, and spend some creative “you” time in a friendly and helpful space.

Check out the exhibitor page on the website for more details
www.craftandcreate.co.nz

26/05/2026

Hello Everyone, I'm accepting a challenge from Jo Johnson from 3Quarter Designs to post a little about what makes me tick in the paper crafting industry🤪
I am a crazy-passionate paper crafter, retailer, and papercraft educator based Christchurch, New Zealand. I have been in the crafting industry for over 25 years and have owned a previous papercraft store and now The Crafty Kiwi. I love inspiring people to be creative through cardmaking , scrapbooking, album creation and interactive cards and to be confident to try new techniques and designs.
I am very lucky to be one of the Design Team members for 3Quarter Designs and I love to be challenged to create different projects each month.
I am passionate about encouraging creative people to "Craft their Wellbeing" as I truly believe being creative is so vital for our mental health.
I can be found in my store Tuesday to Saturday, plus hosting a monthly "Crop & Shop" event at a hall nearby where we have a lovely group of crafty ladies who spend a fun day together crafting, laughing and making new friendships.

I'm so glad that you are part of my papercraft community and would love to know what you love to create with paper?

11/05/2026

✨ NEW ARRIVAL – Studio Light Torn Edge Card Stand Die ✨

Create stunning shaped cards with beautiful torn-edge details using the NEW Studio Light Essentials Cutting Die now available at The Crafty Kiwi
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🌸 Torn Edge Card Stand – Round Essentials
✂️ Includes 5 cutting dies
💌 Perfect for cardmaking, scrapbooking, journaling & mixed media projects

This gorgeous die set helps you create elegant layered card stands with a unique distressed torn-edge effect — perfect for adding extra dimension and creativity to your handmade cards ✨ The dies are compatible with most die-cutting machines and can cut various crafting materials including paper and cardstock.

🛒 Shop now: https://thecraftykiwi.co.nz/
Studio Light Torn Edge Card Stand Round Essentials 5 pcs