Make a decorative willow swallow from UK grown brown willow in this accessible morning workshop, just in time to welcome back the swallows to our shores. This workshop will introduce you to the basics of weaving willow and how to handle the materials and tools.

If time allows, we will also explore some other small woven willow items. A great way to have a go at this most popular of Westhope crafts!

All materials and tools will be provided.

Date	Saturday 17th May 2025
Tutor	Mary Eluned Lewis
Time	10.00am - 12.30pm
Ref	3656
Fees	£60
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Spend the day making this beautiful and popular round willow basket. The Zarzo basket is a design based on a Spanish tray used to drain cheese. Danish basketmaker Ulla Misser took the basic design and experimented with making deeper baskets. You will take home your own handmade basket which is both striking and useful.

This workshop is suitable for complete beginners as well as those with basketry experience.

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

Date	Tuesday 10th June 2025
Tutor	Alisha Davidson
Time	9.30am - 4.30pm
Ref	3719
Fees	£90
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Learn how to make this super useful garden trug frame basket. You will attach the frame to the ribs, learn the weave and how to adapt it for the style of the basket. You can make a basket with an over handle or side handles to your preference. Each basket can be made in a variety of
willows and foraged materials that are available at the time. Once woven its ready for foraging adventures and collecting eggs, vegetables, berries or whatever you fancy!

This workshop is suitable for complete beginners or those with more experience. Please note that you need a certain amount of hand strength and dexterity to work with willow.

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

Date	Thursday 12th June 2025
Tutor	Alisha Davidson
Time	9.30am - 4.30pm
Ref	3773
Fees	£90
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Join us for a hands-on workshop weekend where you'll learn the traditional craft of basketry using English rush. In this course, you'll create a beautifully functional twill weave shopping basket, complete with elegant leather handles for a timeless finish.

Under expert guidance, you'll explore the unique qualities of English rush — a soft, pliable, and sustainable material harvested from British waterways. You'll be introduced to the principles of twill weaving, a versatile technique that creates a distinctive diagonal pattern.

By the end of the weekend, you'll have created a durable and stylish shopping basket — perfect for market days or as a handmade gift. Whether you're a complete beginner or a returning basketmaker looking to refine your skills, this course offers a rewarding blend of tradition and
creativity.

All materials, refreshments and a light lunch both days are included in the workshop fee.

Date	Saturday 21st June and Sunday 22nd June 2025
Tutor	Mary Lewis
Time	10.00am - 4.00pm
Ref	3759
Fees	£140
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Learn how to make a low-sided round willow basket, ideal for serving fruit or bread, in this one day workshop. You will learn how to make a base, stake up and weave the sides, then finish with a choice of borders.

This workshop is suitable for complete beginners as well as those with basketry experience. Please note that a certain amount of hand strength and dexterity is needed to weave with willow.

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

Date	Thursday 10th July 2025
Tutor	Alisha Davidson
Time	9.30am - 4.30pm
Ref	3725
Fees	£90
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