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Beginners' Traditional Willow Basket

An ideal first basket - this workshop introduces traditional willow stake-and-strand weaving to make a useful upright basket.

This is a small class workshop of six participants max.

You will learn how weave the base, prepare and add stakes, and weave the siding. Techniques will include pairing, waling and English randing, finishing with a simple trac border. Your tutor will be Hazel Godfrey, willow artist with 15+ years experience in willow tuition.

Completed baskets will measure 6-7 inches (15-18cm) in height and diameter.

All materials will be provided. No experience needed. Light refreshments, tea coffee etc will be available.