Willow 2 Day English Round Basket Workshop with Sarah Le Breton Willow
Description
Over 2 days you will create an English stake-and-strand basket, this will be either a decent size willow shopper or a medium log basket. Methods and techniques will include an underfoot tied slath base, English rand weave and a traditional Somerset handle. You will also learn how to grow, harvest and prepare your willow ready for weaving. Willow sourced locally from the Somerset Levels.
What's included in the price?
All materials, tools & refreshments included. Sarah has teamed up with a lovely local caterer to offer you a delicious homemade lunch. £10 payable on the day by card or cash.
Duration
2 days
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
With over a decade of teaching experience, Sarah offers 1 - 2 day willow basketmaking workshops for both beginners and those with existing willow weaving experience. Being passionate about natural materials and skilled traditional craftsmanship, Sarah has designed and created for you several different workshops that explore willow weaving, English basketry techniques and enable you to create your own truly special baskets and sculptures. All workshops are held in Mid Devon, (just 15 minutes from Junction 27 of the M5, 5 minutes. from the A361 dual carriageway), and through teaming up a lovely local caterer, not only do you receive expert tuition in a great venue but a delicious lunch too!
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Teenagers
- Suitable for beginners
- Intermediate level
- Parking provided
- Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
- Corporate days out & team building
