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
Courses, kits & gifts
Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques
"Really enjoyed the course, John was a great teacher, knowledgeable, helpful and very encouraging. Delicious lunch. Loved our day (helped by perfect weather enhancing the setting!) would really recommend. "
"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. "
"Fabulous course. Loved every minute. Johnny and Becky were so patient and excellent teachers. Came away with a basket I'm really proud of. "
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