Willow Weaving ~ Small Shoulder Basket with Catalan Base

Description

This is a new one-day small willow shoulder bag workshop – based on our popular two-day large shoulder basket workshop. Some previous experience would be beneficial. Come and weave your own oval-based basket with a selection of our own and Somerset willow – a perfect size for a day out. You can complete the basket with two handles or a shoulder strap – not included in the price. What you will learn: - How to weave the Catalan-style base using a pre-formed hoop and turn up the sides. - How to weave the sides with a selection of weaves – 3-rod wale, French rand. - How to weave a border to finish the basket. A selection of willow colours will be available. Workshop Tutor: Justine Burgess of West Wales Willows. Justine originally trained as an engineer, and worked in the charity and education sectors, before becoming a partner in West Wales Willows with her husband, Alan. On their smallholding in Carmarthenshire, they grow around 250 varieties of willow and sell it as cuttings and rods during the winter for others to grow, as well as selling their own willow products and sharing her expertise through workshops. 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 equipment, face to face teaching, hot drinks, and biscuits. NB. There is an additional £12 per workshop for materials, to be paid in cash on the day.

Cancellation policy

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

Maker

Denmark Farm Conservation Centre

with Craft Courses since 2013

Message the tutor

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.