Description
On this one day course we will be making a small version of this Irish domestic potato serving basket (scib), with a portcullis centre. Traditionally an irish potato scib would have been 18-22” across and finished with a rod border. However we will be making a smaller version about 13″ across. More experienced weavers can choose to put a plaited border on if they wish. You can choose from a variety of naturally coloured willow to make your own unique and beautiful basket. You will be learning traditional ‘stake and strand’ basket making, using prepared basketry willow plus some grown at Denmark Farm Conservation Centre on the wetland system to add colour and texture. The irish potato scib workshop is suitable for complete beginners and those who have previously done some willow basket weaving. Please wear warm old clothing. Tutor: Jane Welsh Jane is our guest tutor from Devon, usually visiting West Wales to teach at Denmark Farm twice a year. Jane is a very skilled basket maker and attentive teacher. Her knowledge and love of willow is inspiring. She will also have a range of her own baskets for sale at very reasonable prices. All proceeds from our events and holidays are ploughed directly back into managing our 40 acre nature reserve. Thank you for your support and please do come to visit soon.
What's included in the price?
All tools and materials provided. If you have your own basketry tools, please bring them along. There is an additional £15 per person for materials, to be paid in cash on the day.
Duration
6½ hours
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Denmark Farm Conservation Centre is a 40 acre nature reserve managed by the charity The Shared Earth Trust. We host a range of craft, sustainable living, conservation and ecology courses with all profits ploughed back into caring for the nature and wildlife on site.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Teenagers
- Wheelchair users
- Hearing impaired
- Vision impaired
- Limited mobility
- Corporate days out & team building
- School holiday workshops & activities
- Suitable for beginners
- UK Holiday
- Intermediate level
- Parking provided
- Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
