Willow Random Weave baskets for Garden trugs for foraging

Random weave basket with apples

basket making workshop

Description

Beautiful random weave baskets with a handle. A creative day, making small willow foraging baskets. You will make one or possibly two basket over the day. These lovely unique baskets are easy to make and can be any size you wish, with or without a handle. You will learn to weave a gods eye and embelish your baskets as you wish. You can remain seated throughout the workshop and work on your lap if you prefer not to stand. Working in brown willow (natural green willow that has been dried with its bark on and soaked for a number of days to make it pliable), you will need quite strong hands to twist and weave the willow. Start - 9.30 for 10.00 when tuition begins Finish - 3.30 (Alison will be around for an additional hour to ensure everyone goes home with a finished item they are happy with). A light lunch will be served together with homemade bakes and refreshments. The workshop is suitable for anyone who is new to working with willow as well as those with a little experience.

What's included in the price?

Materials, tools, aprons, homemade bakes on arrival, scrumptious light lunch, carpakring

Duration

5½ hours

Cancellation policy

Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts

Maker

Welig

with Craft Courses since 2024

Message the tutor

Suitable for

Adults
Seniors
Wheelchair users
Hearing impaired
Limited mobility
Tutor can travel
Suitable for beginners
Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
Father's Day
Stag dos
Mother's Day
Hen dos
Parking provided
Fairs, festivals & exhibitions
Corporate days out & team building

What does this mean?

Message the tutor

Venue

The Barn, C/O Willowbrook. 37 Ludwell, Shaftesbury, Dorset, SP7 9ND

Reviews

All maker's reviews

12 Aug 24'

Paula P reviewed: Willow Random Weave baskets for Garden trugs for foraging

"Alison planned and delivered a wonderful Random Weave Basket workshop. Not only meeting our craft needs throughout the day, but additionally provided homemade bakes, beverage selections and served the most incredible lunch consisting of a variety of wholesome, hearty dishes. Her care and attention to detail in the preparation for our visit - which is clear was important to her - had a real holistic approach which made our experience truly unique. As newbies to the craft, starting our baskets was so exciting! We really enjoyed learning how to try to get the willow to form into a basket and skills to create beautiful patterns for example called 'God's Eye'. Alison was constantly at hand to give demos, support and advice throughout the workshop. By the end of the day, we were blown away by the way what we'd been taught and what we'd made had come together to form our BASKETS! Very Happy. Alison's lovely, calm approach to this craft was really helpful during tricky, crafty moments and she had an abundance of patience, knowledge and encouragement to give. We would highly recommend Alison as a provider and look forward to a time we could visit again."

Welig responded:

"Thank you Paula and Sue. What a great day we had, I am so pleased you both enjoyed it. I am sure you will make good use of your random weave baskets for years to come. You would be welcome back at The Barn any time. Kind regards Alison"