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What Are Pipe Cleaner Flowers?

DIY Tutorials · June 15, 2026 · 4 min read

What Are Pipe Cleaner Flowers?

Velora Craft Studio is an Auckland-based craft studio offering handmade pipe cleaner flowers, pipe cleaner craft materials, and flower-making workshops for a...

Soft Sculptures at Mairangi Arts Centre

Markets & Events · January 12, 2026 · 2 min read

Soft Sculptures at Mairangi Arts Centre

This January school holidays, Velora Studios presents a full-day soft sculpture workshop at Mairangi Arts Centre, led by Velora’s founder and artist, Xinwen....

Velora Is Now Online!

Studio Journal · January 8, 2026 · 2 min read

Velora Is Now Online!

We’re happy to share that the Velora online store is officially live! This means our customers can now browse our work, place orders, and enjoy more convenie...

Velora at AUT's 2025 Graduation Ceremony

Gifting Guides · December 16, 2025 · 1 min read

Velora at AUT's 2025 Graduation Ceremony

On 16 December 2025, Auckland University of Technology (AUT) held its graduation ceremony at Spark Arena in central Auckland. It was a special day for many s...