Willow Weaving – Tea & Cake Tray – 2 Places Left
Make your own willow tray using a traditional squarework basketry technique. This is a handy little basket that can be used for cutlery, carrying tea and cake to the garden or as an paper ‘in tray’.
You will learn 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.
This workshop is suitable for beginners but some previous experience of rod bordering will be handy. If you’ve made a basket before and would like a refresher day this is a good opportunity. If you’d like to go on and develop your skills further you may also be interested in the following course Square Storage Basket which runs on the following two days.
Tutor: Jane Welsh
Jane is an experienced 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 extremely reasonable prices.
“I had forgotten pretty much everything about basket weaving and I took part in this workshop to remind myself so that I can continue at home. I now can continue! The teaching was very good, Jane was observant, informative and careful to ensure reasonably high quality results. Denmark Farm is a top venue with great facilities”. Blue Morgan
“Thank you so much for arranging the basket making course. Jane is an amazing and thoughtful teacher. She gives everyone her undivided attention and responds to what they want to do and their level. It is relaxing just to be with her and I learn so much. A big thank you! It was like a mini-holiday.” Jane Johns
Places are limited to seven participants per event and must be booked in advance.
Workshop Fee: £65 per person
NB. There is an additional £10 per person for materials, to be paid in cash on the day.
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You may also be interested in other creative workshops at Denmark Farm. Please see our events calendar for our full list.
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Jane Penston
says:Hello this will be my first attempt at willow weaving. I have wanted the do this for many years.
I have experience in beginners Upholstery and am generally a fast learner. And I’m a painter.
Really looking forward to this
Jane
Mara
says:Looking forward to seeing you Jane. Its sounds like you are a skilled crafter and we’re sure you will enjoy this course. Mara
Katie
says:Hi- is this suitable for a beginner?
Mara
says:Hi Katie, Yes this course is suitable for beginners. Jane is a great tutor and will support you through every stage. Hope you can join us. Best wishes. Mara