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Introduction to basket weaving

3 January 2022 @ 9:30 am - 5:00 pm

£60

This day-long workshop is an introduction to basket-making with Louise McKeever. You will make your own wooden handle basket out of willow and take it home at the end of the day. In the course of this workshop you will learn how to:

  • Select and prepare appropriate material for weaving
  • Make a round base
  • Create the supportive structure for your basket
  • Weave with different techniques
  • Create a border
  • Incorporate a wooden handle

Additional information: Parking available on site; coffees, teas and scones will be provided on the day. Please bring your own lunch.

Louise aims to share her knowledge with everyone regardless of their budget. If you want to come to her workshops but do not have the steady income to afford it, please get in touch with her.

Details

Date:
3 January 2022
Time:
9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Cost:
£60
Event Category:
Website:
https://habiterlaterre.com/introduction-to-basketmaking/

Organiser

Louise McKeever Artisanat
Phone
+447725736713
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Venue

Terre-à-terre
88 Largy Road
Portglenone, BT44 8BZ
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