GATHERING BASKET

With Nick Vane

Suitable For: All
Class Size: 4
Please note - this class is run over 2 consecutive days


Accessibility: Please note that most courses are held upstairs. If you have any accessibility concerns, please let us know or check with us before booking. info@oaststudio.co.uk

We are delighted to bring you this Basket weaving workshop with Nick Vane.

Nick is a basket maker with fifteen years experience of teaching groups both in supported-living and recreational pop-up workshop settings.

This adult workshop will provide beginners with the knowledge and skills they need for making a simple round basket with a handle out of natural willow. We'll be following traditional methods which will include an introduction to the materials, tools, techniques and safety aspects so that basketry can become the beginning of a new hobby.

The group will be small so that one to one tuition can be given as necessary and all the tools etc will be available for use. Please wear old clothes or bring an apron as the willow needs to be worked wet.

During this workshop you will learn:

How to select and prepare willow
Safe use of basketry tools
How to make a round basket including
Pairing the base
Staking up the sides
A variety of basic weaves
How to finish a border
How to add a handle
Basketry jargon
Basketry suppliers

What's included:
Willow and all materials needed to make your basket
Tools and equipment needed
Teas, coffee & freshly baked cakes