Stitched braid baskets are found all over the world, with archaeological evidence of their creation dating back to the Paleolithic Period. On this one day workshop you will learn how to harvest and prepare various materials suitable for this simple yet versatile basketry technique, focusing on locally gathered grasses which we will plait and sew into one or two small pots to take home.

This workshop is suitable for beginners, and will open up a world of basketry possibilities!

Tutor will provide some materials for this workshop. This cost is included in your fee.

This workshop is suitable for both beginners and improvers.

A light lunch will be provided.

Date	Thursday 10th October 2024
Tutor	Jeanette Gray
Time	10.00am – 4.00pm
Ref	3563
Fees	£95
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Learn to weave English Rush.

Join us for a day weaving with this beautiful, strong versatile material.  Used for chair seating as well as weaving it can be used to make attractive and functional items for the home.  Watch its natural colours come alive.

On the day you will make one small, beautiful bowl using time honoured weaving techniques, which could also be applied to other plant fibres.

Once you have finished your bowl, and if time allows, you may want to weave a simple table mat.

Everyone can weave this lovely material, using simple hand tools. It's addictive!

Tutor will provide all materials for this workshop. This cost is included in your fee. 

This workshop is suitable for both beginners and improvers .

A picnic lunch will be provided.

Date	Tuesday 15th October 2024
Tutor	Phi Evans
Time	10.00am – 4.00pm
Ref	3564
Fees	£85
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Create a basket in a day in this workshop with one of our brilliant basketry tutors. Suitable for  beginners or those wishing to improve their skills, you will learn how to make a lovely little basket that will be perfect for berry or egg collecting. This course has been so popular with our students that we are running it again!

You will make one traditional stake and strand basket using several varieties of coloured and stripped willow. Learn the principles of stake and strand basketmaking, making bases, inserting side stakes, 3 rod whale, a trac border and inserting a handle.

Your tutor will provide each student with an individual bundle of materials, enough to complete one basket. Each student's bundle will contain a variation on colours which depend on materials available at the time of the workshop.

This workshop is suitable for all skill levels

All materials, a light lunch and refreshments are included in the course fee.

Date	Thursday 24th October 2024
Tutor	Alisha Davidson
Time	9.30am – 4.30pm
Ref	3586
Fees	£90
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Have fun making simple festive decorations in this one-day willow-weaving workshop. Create beautiful decorations including stars, trees, mini-reindeer, bunting and other shapes to display around your home or garden, or to give as gifts.

You will learn some simple willow-weaving techniques and how to make a variety of different shapes, and then you can choose your preferred options and spend time creating a whole host of decorations to take home with you.

Your tutor will provide each student with an individual bundle of materials, enough to complete several decorations in a variety of colours, depending on what materials are available at the time of the workshop.

Suitable for all levels, from beginners to improvers

Materials, a light lunch and refreshments are included in the course fee.

Date	Thursday 28th November 2024
Tutor	Alisha Davidson
Time	10.00am - 4.00pm
Ref	3587
Fees	£90
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This one-day mixture of indoor and outdoor sessions will cover both the theory and practice of creating and managing your own beautiful lattice willow screen or 'fedge' (fence/hedge).  Whether you want to create living willow structures, natural fencing, grow willow for basketry or horticultural purposes, this day will provide you with all the theory and some hands on practical experience of planting cuttings, harvesting willow and maintaining your own living willow.

We will cover:
> Planning and designing your willow fedge.
> Preparing the ground.
> What varieties to plant and why.
> Planting a new willow fedge.
> Maintenance.
> Pests and diseases.

Suitable for anyone with an interest in growing willow in their garden or to cut for basketry or horticulture.

All course materials, refreshments and a light lunch are included in the course fee.

Date	Saturday 25th January 2025
Tutor	Brigit Graham
Time	9.00am - 4.30pm (please note the early start!)
Ref	3630
Fees	£85
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