Description
During this workshop, we'll explore the art of weaving with willow, a beautiful and versatile material used for centuries to create functional and decorative baskets. You can choose to create one with a random weave or a traditional weave. We'll start by selecting the perfect willow branches, learning how to prepare them for weaving and exploring different weaving techniques. Then, we'll dive right in and start crafting our baskets, each working at their own pace and with plenty of opportunities to ask questions and get one-on-one guidance. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced weaver, this workshop is a beautiful opportunity to learn and connect with others Please note that workshops need to be booked a week in advance to allow me to soak and prepare the willow; after this date please get in touch with me before booking a place.
What's included in the price?
All materials, use of tools, tuition and light refreshments Please Read Working with willow can be tiring on the hands and can be difficult if you find it hard to pull or use fine movements with your fingers, twisting movements etc. some of the activities are kinder than others, so if you are not sure please get in touch with me for a chat.
Duration
7½ hours
Cancellation policy
Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Hello, I am a willow sculptor / artist based near Southampton in Hampshire. You will often find me outside under my shelter making sculptures or outside creating work from materials that I have found. I teach in a variety of venues in and around Hampshire, as well as exhibiting my work at various art shows. I create work to commission as well as providing bespoke workshops for private and public events and projects.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Wheelchair users
- Hearing impaired
- Father's Day
- Parking provided
- Stag dos
- Mother's Day
- Tutor can travel
- Hen dos
- Suitable for beginners
- Corporate days out & team building
- Intermediate level
- Public transport
- Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
- Easter
FAQs
It is often best to start with an activity that offers a variety of small items or a larger shape that is relatively straightforward such as a bird workshop
You are welcome to join us for a more detailed workshop but please be aware that you may not make such a detailed version as someone who has more experience
If you are someone who prefers working on small precise works I suggest starting with the workshops where we create several smaller items e.g Xmas crafts, garden items, small birdhouses, baskets, etc. For those of you who like to experiment and see what happens, you might prefer something more sculptural to be fair there is no one way and you never know until you try it will be fun which ever you decide to do.
I usually find that making a small item can be difficult for anyone who has problems with grip,/ fine motor skills / small movements, if your not sure please contact me
We often use our thighs to hold items so if this a problem for you please let me know. also working on large items can be quite tiring as it can be quite physical.
If you are not sure please feel free to contact me and we can chat through the options that might work for you before you book a place
