{"title":"Tinker Crates","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"tinker-box-large-1kg","title":"Tinker Box (Large) 1kg","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"49\" data-end=\"216\" class=\"\"\u003eOur amazing Tinker Box is the ultimate creativity generator! A great box for encouraging creative thinking and conversations about sustainability with children, teaching them the value of reimagining materials that might otherwise be discarded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"218\" data-end=\"451\" class=\"\"\u003eDuring our wood-cutting process, we often end up with unique shapes and offcuts. Instead of letting them go to waste, we’ve transformed them into a box full of exciting, one-of-a-kind pieces—ready to inspire endless creativity!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe possibilities are really endless, but we have included a few things to help you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 page booklet full of fun ideas \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 Blank pieces (items such as robots, art frames, hearts, circles , houses) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are looking for the ultimate combo - why not add on the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/themakecompany.co.nz\/products\/crafty-crate-box-large-1kg?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=4b3a76c21\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ecrafty crate\u003c\/a\u003e! This is similar to the Tinker box, but is filled with crafty items like beads, feathers and embellishments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther items to add:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/themakecompany.co.nz\/products\/paint-pens?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=57328d43b\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ePaint Pens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/themakecompany.co.nz\/products\/white-pva-glue?_pos=2\u0026amp;amp;_sid=a9ce97d34\u0026amp;amp;_ss=r\"\u003eGlue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/themakecompany.co.nz\/products\/intergalactic-space-box?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=f68dd757a\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eCraft Essentials Maker Box \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tinker box large is filled with aprox 800g -1kg of wood off-cuts, and is perfect paired with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/themakecompany.co.nz\/products\/100-blanks-craft-box\"\u003eBlanks Box!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote - this box does not include any supplies such as glue or pens, but why not pick yourself up some supplies that you do need over on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/themakecompany.co.nz\/collections\/all-craft-supplies-1\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSupplies\u003c\/a\u003e page?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Make Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50215402963258,"sku":"","price":20.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0894\/0286\/8026\/files\/25.png?v=1731288165"},{"product_id":"crafty-crate-box-large-1kg","title":"Crafty Crate Box (Large) 1kg","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur Crafty Crate Box will delight tamariki of all ages and open up a world of play and creativity! Decorate and build a limitless number of fun crafts with our Crafty Crate - filled with wood blanks, stickers, foam, fabric, feathers, googly eyes, flags, beads, buttons, card, ribbon, flowers, pipecleaners and so much more! This is the ultimate creative box that lends itself perfectly to hours and HOURS of fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis box features wood blanks that can be built to create all kinds of creatures, and is such a great box to open up to a group of children guaranteeing max creativity and fun! All you need is glue, pens or paint and lots of imagination. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy not double the fun and pair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/themakecompany.co.nz\/products\/tinker-box-large-1kg\"\u003eTinker Box\u003c\/a\u003e? The perfect pair! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe large box is filled with 1kg of\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e supplies. Materials will vary from box to box. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote - this box does not include any supplies such as glue or pens, but why not pick yourself up some supplies that you do need over on our \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/themakecompany.co.nz\/collections\/all-craft-supplies-1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSupplies\u003c\/a\u003e page?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Make Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50510796718394,"sku":"","price":20.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0894\/0286\/8026\/files\/CraftyCrateBox.png?v=1736807326"},{"product_id":"100-blanks-craft-box","title":"120 Blanks Craft Box","description":"\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":575,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":621,\"abs_y\":270}'\u003eOur new box of wood blanks is here and it's packed with endless fun!  Featuring five fun shapes these are perfect for kids to get creative! And at just $1.20 per craft, it's great value!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":64,\"w\":575,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":621,\"abs_y\":325}'\u003eBox includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":100,\"w\":575,\"h\":117,\"abs_x\":621,\"abs_y\":361}'\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":100,\"w\":535,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":661,\"abs_y\":361}'\u003e20 x Robots with stand (8.5 x 12cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":119,\"w\":535,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":661,\"abs_y\":380}'\u003e20 x Art Frames (9 x 9cm) These frames have two pieces that can be used as a separate blanks or together for mosaic frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":159,\"w\":535,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":661,\"abs_y\":420}'\u003e20 x Small Banners (13 x 16cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":178,\"w\":535,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":661,\"abs_y\":439}'\u003e20 x Hearts (8x 8cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":198,\"w\":535,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":661,\"abs_y\":459}'\u003e20 x Houses with stand (10 x 9cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":231,\"w\":575,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":621,\"abs_y\":492}'\u003eWhether it’s painting, decorating, or crafting something totally unique, the possibilities are endless and the perfect thing for encouraging max creativity! Great for teachers, crafty groups, after school and school holiday programs, or the perfect addition to your craft cupboard for a rainy day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":326,\"w\":575,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":621,\"abs_y\":587}'\u003eGrab yours today and let the creativity flow. Also perfect paired with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/themakecompany.co.nz\/products\/tinker-box-large-1kg\" bis_size='{\"x\":460,\"y\":326,\"w\":68,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":1069,\"abs_y\":587}'\u003eTinker Box!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":361,\"w\":575,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":621,\"abs_y\":622}'\u003e\u003cem bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":361,\"w\":572,\"h\":38,\"abs_x\":621,\"abs_y\":622}'\u003eNote - this box does not include any supplies such as glue or pens, but why not pick yourself up some supplies that you do need over on our \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/themakecompany.co.nz\/collections\/all-craft-supplies-1\" bis_size='{\"x\":278,\"y\":381,\"w\":49,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":887,\"abs_y\":642}' target=\"_blank\"\u003eSupplies\u003c\/a\u003e page?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Make Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50602304209210,"sku":"","price":150.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0894\/0286\/8026\/files\/BLANKS_CRAFT_BOX_1.png?v=1738538538"},{"product_id":"paint-pens","title":"Paint Pens","description":"\u003cp\u003eIntroducing our very own The Make Company Paint Pens! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese brush tip acrylic markers are made for crafty fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKinds can explore their creativity with bright, easy to use colours that work beautifully on plywood, paper, cardboard, wood, stone and fabric. Vibrant, strong colours that are just like paint - but without the mess! Great for all kinds of crafts, and the perfect add on for your next crafty project. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach pack comes with six colours (3ml each).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday Essentials \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Brights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight Blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon toxic water-based ink. Quick-drying on most surfaces. Great on all our wood crafts!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplies with EN71 toy-safety standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNot suitable for children under 3 (choking hazard.) Always use under adult supervision. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can't wait to see what you create!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Make Company","offers":[{"title":"Everyday Essentials","offer_id":52072387510586,"sku":null,"price":12.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Classic Brights","offer_id":52072387543354,"sku":null,"price":12.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0894\/0286\/8026\/files\/TheMakeCompanyPaintPens.png?v=1762134149"},{"product_id":"intergalactic-space-box","title":"Craft Essentials Makers Box","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Ultimate Craft Materials Box!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnleash endless creativity with our \u003cstrong\u003eMakers Box\u003c\/strong\u003e – a carefully curated collection of craft essentials designed to inspire imaginative play and hands-on fun. Whether they’re building, decorating, designing or inventing, this box is packed with everything kids need to bring their ideas to life. The perfect box for first time crafters!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo spark even more making magic, the box includes a selection of blanks – stars, hearts, circles, squares and off-cuts – perfect for open-ended crafting, decorating and experimenting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Craft Essentials Makers Box is perfect for rainy days, after-school creativity, gifts, or simply having a go-to stash of supplies ready whenever inspiration strikes. No rules, no limits – just pure creative freedom.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's included?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, you’ll find a treasure trove of materials including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaint Pens (Everyday essentials colourway) Add the other colourway \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/themakecompany.co.nz\/products\/paint-pens?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=7c74caac7\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 Paint colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePom Pom Maker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6m Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaintbrushes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoam Tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSponge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall \u0026amp; Large self adhesive Gems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeyrings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBakers twine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePom poms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoam sticky stars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFelt off cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChenille sticks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColoured paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed googly eyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoil tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeathers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 x Air dry clay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall Wood items (Stars, circles, hearts)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSome colours and items may vary slightly from what is pictured \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSmall parts, not recommended for children under 3\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMade, created and designed in Christchurch, New Zealand.\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Make Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53093853299002,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0894\/0286\/8026\/files\/Multi_Boxes_Labels_7.png?v=1775519380"},{"product_id":"tinker-box-classroom-3kg","title":"Tinker Box (Classroom) 3kg","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"179\"\u003eOur \u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"28\"\u003eClassroom Tinker Box\u003c\/strong\u003e is creativity on a bigger scale — designed especially for classrooms, group settings, and busy little makers who love to build, create, and explore!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"416\"\u003ePacked with aprox \u003cstrong\u003e2.5\u003c\/strong\u003e -\u003cstrong data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"236\"\u003e3kg of unique wooden offcuts\u003c\/strong\u003e, this box is bursting with interesting shapes and textures, making it the perfect resource for open-ended play and imaginative projects that can keep children engaged for hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"418\" data-end=\"691\"\u003eJust like our original \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/themakecompany.co.nz\/products\/tinker-box-large-1kg\"\u003eTinker Box\u003c\/a\u003e, this collection celebrates sustainability by giving new life to materials from our wood-cutting process. It’s a wonderful way to spark conversations about reusing and reimagining, while encouraging creative thinking and problem-solving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"885\"\u003eNo two boxes are ever the same, which makes every experience truly unique. Children can turn the pieces into anything they dream up — from sculptures and scenes to characters and inventions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"887\" data-end=\"931\"\u003eTo help get ideas flowing, we’ve included:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"e30mwe\" data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"1012\"\u003eA \u003cstrong data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"967\"\u003e12-page inspiration booklet\u003c\/strong\u003e filled with fun prompts and creative ideas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"arjhzf\" data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1041\"\u003e30 blank wooden stars\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003ePerfect for classrooms, holiday programmes, or group activities, the Classroom Tinker Box invites collaboration, imagination, and hands-on learning in the most playful way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1483\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eLooking to take it even further? Pair it with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/themakecompany.co.nz\/products\/crafty-crate-box-large-1kg\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1373\"\u003eCrafty Crate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — filled with colourful extras like beads, feathers, and embellishments for even more creative possibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther items to add:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/themakecompany.co.nz\/products\/paint-pens?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=57328d43b\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ePaint Pens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/themakecompany.co.nz\/products\/white-pva-glue?_pos=2\u0026amp;amp;_sid=a9ce97d34\u0026amp;amp;_ss=r\"\u003eGlue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/themakecompany.co.nz\/products\/intergalactic-space-box?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=f68dd757a\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eCraft Essentials Maker Box \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote - this box does not include any supplies such as glue or pens, but why not pick yourself up some supplies that you do need over on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/themakecompany.co.nz\/collections\/all-craft-supplies-1\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSupplies\u003c\/a\u003e page?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Make Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53286982451514,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0894\/0286\/8026\/files\/ClassroomTinkerBox.png?v=1775614784"},{"product_id":"little-makers-felt-box-150g","title":"Little Makers Felt Box (150g)","description":"\u003cp\u003eTurn leftover pieces into amazing creations with our \u003cstrong\u003eLittle Makers Felt Box!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach box contains 150g of colourful felt offcuts from our own craft projects, giving these pieces a second life and providing endless opportunities for creative play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside you'll discover a fun mix of felt shapes, letters, strips, and assorted offcuts in a variety of colours, sizes, and designs. No two boxes are exactly the same, making every pack a surprise full of creative possibilities!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for young makers to explore their imagination, these felt pieces are ideal for creating pictures, puppets, collages, decorations, cards, costumes, and so much more. They're also a fantastic resource for schools, preschools, after-school programmes, holiday programmes, and crafty groups, encouraging open-ended creativity while reducing waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e150g of assorted felt offcuts (equivalent to 5 of our large felt pieces)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA colourful mix of shapes, letters, strips, and unique pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvery box is different\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for collage, STEM, loose parts play, and imaginative crafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn eco-friendly way to get creative by giving quality materials a second life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: Contents will vary from box to box depending on our current production, making each Felt Factory a unique creative adventure!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy not double the fun and pair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/themakecompany.co.nz\/products\/tinker-box-large-1kg\"\u003eTinker Box\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/themakecompany.co.nz\/products\/crafty-crate-box-large-1kg\"\u003eCrafty Crate\u003c\/a\u003e? 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