"Adding other arts genres to the CreationFest format strengthens the depth of what the event has to offer, as well as ensuring we have a diverse reach into our wider communities. Now there are even more ways for people to be involved."
The workshop, which starts at 2pm, is open to anyone - past and new entrants, potential sponsors, teachers who may be encouraging their students to take part, and corporate teams.
Ms Romanes said the workshop would cover the five wearable CreationFest categories that would form the new-look event, as well as advice for creating designs and preparing for the show.
"A key focus of the workshop will also be on the performance art component of CreationFest and young people with an interest in performing arts are also encouraged to attend. We are keen to include a diverse range of performances - everything from ballerinas to jugglers, magicians to trumpet players, as well as singers and musicians.
"CreationFest will be a diverse arts show, that represents our wide-ranging population and cultures. The upcoming workshop is just the first step in bringing this event to life in 2014.
"At the Blue Baths we are all about supporting our youth, empowering them to take part in events such as this. We hope to attract many new entrants and performers, especially those who have always thought about participants, but have never dared to make that final step.
"We hope this workshop will give them that nudge."
Planning is well underway for the workshop and wider CreationFest, and people are asked to register their interest in attending the workshop by emailing CreationFest@bluebaths.co.nz.