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Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

Foraging Basket

Description

You can make a multi-coloured round basket on this one day course weaving in our warm and comfortable craft studio. Learn ancient weaving techniques and take home your own creation. Jonny and Becky are both qualified teachers and have been teaching basket making for 28years. Basketiers sit or stand to weave at table top height. We have regular workshops teaching people to make their own coloured willow baskets using locally grown and Somerset willows. If you are a beginner and you want to make a large, strong and durable basket in coloured willow, this is the workshop for you. Please check out our 147 delighted 5 star reviews! We recommend each learner is at least 15 years and older

What's included in the price?

Tools and materials provided in our warm and comfortable craft studio Hot drinks and afternoon cake Learn about the cultivation and use of willow. Optional lunch £7, warm tart and a range of salads from our truly talented caterer Josephine. (Choose from Vegetarian, Vegan or Gluten Free).

Duration

1 day

Cancellation policy

Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts

Maker

Becky and Jonny White at Basket Making Malvern

with Craft Courses since 2019

Message the tutor

Located next to the Malvern Hills Started making baskets with willow, learning from Hans and Madelone Mattes in Ballingeary, Macroom, in County Cork and harvesting willow from Tallow, near Yougal, we all met at a Winter Solstice gathering at the Ashram 1991. 1992 weaving at the Malvern Arts Workshop, thanks to Janet Maguffy 1994 Forest Fair demonstrating 1994 demonstrating with Hobby Horse Craft Fairs throughout the Midlands. 1995 agent, Charles Cordell of Acorn Activities, classes begin 1995 Teachng at Glastonbury Festuval Regular teaching days in Malvern and festivals 2010 Basketry Sudio completed

Suitable for

Adults
Seniors
Teenagers
Children
Corporate days out & team building
Suitable for all abilities
Tutor can travel
Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
Daytime (weekdays)
Suitable for beginners
Parking provided
Stag dos
Hen dos
Weekends

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Venue

The Granary, 7 Half Key Court, Half key, Malvern, Worcestershire, WR14 1UP

Reviews

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21 Apr 24'

Germaine reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"I spent an excellent day making a basket, something I have wanted to do for a long time. Nothing was too much for Becky and Jonny. The lunch was lovely, even the dogs were well behaved! The other learners were lovely too. Thank you. "

21 Apr 24'

Sue Joines reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"Fabulous course. Loved every minute. Johnny and Becky were so patient and excellent teachers. Came away with a basket I'm really proud of. "

16 Apr 24'

Helen reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"I had such a lovely day making my basket. It’s such a relaxing way to spend a day with great teachers, a fantastic lunch and then to come away with a basket that you can’t believe you made!! "

13 Apr 24'

Andrew Westlake reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"I had a wonderful day making a willow basket. Most of us were complete beginners and Jonny and Becky, our tutors, were patient and encouraging. They demonstrated and taught us the skills necessary to make the baskets and welcomed us into their garden to enjoy a delicious lunch. It was great fun and I would recommend the course without reservation."

8 Apr 24'

Suzanne Lowery reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

" Lovely course. Thoroughly enjoyed it. "

7 Apr 24'

Lorraine and Helen reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"Fantastic course with lovely fellow learners and brilliant tutors. Beckie and Jonny made us all so welcome and taught us all so well. A great experience. We will come on another course soon. Thank you ."

18 Mar 24'

Laura reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"A wonderful day learning the art of working with willow, some really useful tips and tricks offered in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere - and a fantastic basket to come home with. Becky and Johnny took efforts to ensure everyone mastered the skills needed to complete a basket to be proud of. Highly recommend. "

17 Mar 24'

Alix reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"Thank you both, the course was excellent and everyone is very impressed with the basket I made!"

17 Mar 24'

Barbara Bryan reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"The basket making course was excellent. Becky and John were great teachers. The course went along at a good pace and we had a lovely basket to take home. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone, a very enjoyable day. "

6 Mar 24'

Edina reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"Thank you so much for the course yesterday - my daughter and I enjoyed making our baskets under your expert and patient guidance."

3 Mar 24'

Nina reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"A fast paced but very fun and enjoyable course (with great background music, too!). You learn a lot in a very short time and I was very happy to take my own handmade basket home with me at the end of the day. Becky and Jonny were always available to help and explain which was excellent. Thank you!"

3 Mar 24'

Harri Harrison (From worcester) reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"Me and my wife both did the course yesterday. What a really good day! The whole experience was great. Becky and jonny were very attentive and helpful with everyone on the course. I would recommend it to anyone."

28 Feb 24'

Jennifer Cawood reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"Very enjoyable basket making course that was expertly delivered in a friendly session. "

28 Feb 24'

Emjay reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"Thoroughly enjoyed my day with Jonny, Sam and Becky creating my willow basket which was a great achievement for me. Jonny and Becky are great tutors who make the steps easy to understand and follow. Sam was fantastic and a great support, helping us all throughout the day. Lunch was very tasty and great value. All in all a great team and great value. Hope to be back for more courses. Thank you all."

21 Jan 24'

Miella Hayles reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"Had a fab day!! Very friendly and helpful teachers- style of laid back learning worked really well for us! So welcoming and warm atmosphere and really decent sized product at the end of the day! So happy with this course, would absoutely do again!! Thank you so much xx"

21 Jan 24'

Catherine reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"A thoroughly enjoyable experience from start to finish. Becky and Johnny are great teachers, the setting was lovely plus a wonderful basket to take home at the end of it! I would also recommend ordering a lunch as the food was delicious! A huge thank you to Becky, Johnny and Jo 😊"

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Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

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Becky and Jonny White at Basket Making Malvern

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Reviews

Germaine reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

Sue Joines reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

Helen reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

Andrew Westlake reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

Suzanne Lowery reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

Lorraine and Helen reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

Laura reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

Alix reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

Barbara Bryan reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

Edina reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

Nina reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

Harri Harrison (From worcester) reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

Jennifer Cawood reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

Emjay reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

Miella Hayles reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

Catherine reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

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