location: nr Telford, Shropshire
An introduction to the fascinating, age-old craft of basket making.
This weekend you will work, step by step, through a range of traditional techniques to complete at least one round willow basket with a handle. Suitable for complete beginners or those will some experience.
Your tutor Ted Bruce weaves a wide variety of strong, attractive, functional English willow baskets. Originally self taught, he has since studied with some of the best basket makers in Britain. He is inspired by the beautiful Shropshire countryside in which he has lived and worked for the past 25 years and where he also grows some of his own willow.
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for a 10.00am start each day |
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4.00pm each day |
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old clothing for a ‘hands on’ weekend, a craft knife, a pair of sharp secateurs, a really big towel/s and/or big plastic bin bag (or similar) to wrap your un-finished basket in during breaks and overnight.
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£125 (includes homemade vegetarian lunches);
Refundable up to two weeks prior to course (minus £30
admin fee)
No refunds for cancellations within two weeks of course |
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accommodation is not included in the price of the course. on-site sleeping huts and eco-pods are available to rent from around £10.50 per night. more details of accommodation and how to book will be sent with course booking confirmation |
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the venue is an innovative centre for woodland management, coppicing, sustainable building, and other sustainable technologies
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