Basket Weaving Workshop

About this course

Participants make a small round gathering basket during a guided workshop. Instruction focuses on creating a spiralling base and exploring different methods for building up the sides. The techniques introduced can also be adapted for forms such as bread bannetons and fruit or bread baskets. Each participant works on their own basket, with the session structured around learning and applying the construction methods during the day.

What you'll learn

• Construct a spiralling basket base
• Apply different techniques for filling and shaping basket sides
• Make a small round gathering basket
• Adapt the techniques towards related basket forms

Is this course right for you?

The course is listed as suitable for all levels. It involves each participant making an individual basket while following guidance on its construction, making it relevant to learners who want to explore basketry techniques in a relaxed workshop setting.

Before you go

• Materials for making the basket are included.
• Lunch from the bakehouse is included.