ABOUT THE workshops
Two willow weaving workshops taught by our friendly tutor, Michelle Clifford. Choose between two half-day courses or perhaps make a day of it, book both and enjoy a delicious lunch at our Beech Cafe? Build your skills in willow weaving and basketry at The Sustainability Centre located the Hampshire South Downs.
Willow wall basket:
Join us on this fun morning course and learn how to make this interestingly-shaped, flat-backed wall basket from sustainable willow. Michelle will show you the willow-weaving techniques needed to produce your own basket. Also, your tutor will explain how to select, grade, dry, store and soak willow in preparation for making baskets so when you've been bitten by the bug, more willow projects can be enjoyed at home. Once hung on the wall, your own basket can be used for displaying plants, storing crafty objects or used in the kitchen for onions or garlic.
Mini willow bark containers:
In the afternoon, learn how to utilise willow bark harvested from our tutor’s own garden. Get engrossed making cute little willow bark containers using a range of methods. Michelle will explain how to harvest, dry, store and prepare willow bark for weaving as well as demonstrating how these skills can be transferred to other suitable materials.
Willow wall basket:
Join us on this fun morning course and learn how to make this interestingly-shaped, flat-backed wall basket from sustainable willow. Michelle will show you the willow-weaving techniques needed to produce your own basket. Also, your tutor will explain how to select, grade, dry, store and soak willow in preparation for making baskets so when you've been bitten by the bug, more willow projects can be enjoyed at home. Once hung on the wall, your own basket can be used for displaying plants, storing crafty objects or used in the kitchen for onions or garlic.
Mini willow bark containers:
In the afternoon, learn how to utilise willow bark harvested from our tutor’s own garden. Get engrossed making cute little willow bark containers using a range of methods. Michelle will explain how to harvest, dry, store and prepare willow bark for weaving as well as demonstrating how these skills can be transferred to other suitable materials.
THE COURSE WILL GIVE YOU
- Skills in weaving techniques
- Knowledge on how to select suitable materials
- An understanding how to prepare, grade, dry, store and soak willow/willow bark
- A handout to take home and your make
THIS COURSE IS SUITABLE FOR
Willow wall baskets: No previous experience is needed, but good manual dexterity, hand strength and patience is required. If you have a recent injury or arthritis, please check with the courses team first -
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Mini willow bark containers: No previous experience is necessary. As willow bark is a very soft material this course is suitable for all.
[email protected]
Mini willow bark containers: No previous experience is necessary. As willow bark is a very soft material this course is suitable for all.
WHAT TO BRING/WEAR
- Work clothes and an apron (optional)
- Sharp secateurs if you have some
- Packed lunch or lunch is available from The Beech Cafe on site
ABOUT THE TUTOR
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Michelle has been weaving with willow for 15 years and continues to attend many courses throughout the year to further her skills and knowledge. Willow weaving is a hobby that she is passionate about, and she enjoys passing this knowledge onto others recognising the benefits weaving can bring to peoples' wellbeing and creativity. She is a member of the Basketmaker’s Association.
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Check Out Accommodation
You can get 10% discount when you stay with us during your course in our campsite or eco lodge. Please call us on 01730 823166 to make your accommodation booking. Our reception is open Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm.
