Gathering Basket - Two Day Workshop

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Description

We are delighted to bring you this Basket Weaving Workshop with Nick Vane, running over two consecutive days. Nick is a basket maker with fifteen years experience of teaching groups both in supported-living and recreational pop-up workshop settings. This adult workshop will provide beginners with the knowledge and skills they need for making a simple round basket with a handle out of natural willow. We'll be following traditional methods which will include an introduction to the materials, tools, techniques and safety aspects so that basketry can become the beginning of a new hobby. The group will be small so that one to one tuition can be given as necessary and all the tools etc will be available for use. Please wear old clothes or bring an apron as the willow needs to be worked wet. During this workshop you will learn: - How to select and prepare willow - Safe use of basketry tools - How to make a round basket including: Pairing the base Staking up the sides A variety of basic weaves How to finish a border How to add a handle - Basketry jargon - Basketry suppliers Only 20 mins from Tunbridge Wells, East Grinstead, Edenbridge, Uckfield and Crowborough, our Studio is in a beautiful converted Oast with exposed beams and gentle views across the farmland.  Filled with mouth-watering aromas from The Oast Bakery, where Alison prepares our delicious refreshments, this is the perfect place to escape the pressures of daily life and enjoy some creative time for yourself.  Our aim is to offer the chance to unwind, learn a new skill and meet like minded people whilst enjoying a cuppa and a slice of cake. "I spent two wonderful mornings with Nick making a willow basket. Nick was a great and knowledgeable teacher and immensely patient and kind. Our time was interspersed with tea and delicious treats to eat and I ended up with a really beautiful and satisfyingly sturdy basket. Such a pleasing and fulfilling course - loved it!" - ANTONIA Weaving a Basket with a Handle - January 2024 *If you’re unable to attend for any reason, please note that we are unable to offer refunds for our courses. However, you are welcome to transfer your booking to a friend or family member — just let us know who will be attending in your place. Alternatively, once the course is fully booked, we can attempt to resell your spot through our database and social media. If we are successful, we can either issue a refund (minus a 10% administration fee) or offer you a place on an alternative course, subject to availability.

What's included in the price?

- Willow and all materials needed to make your basket - Tools and equipment needed - Teas, coffee & delicious homemade Oast Bakery cakes

Duration

2 days

Cancellation policy

Strict - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 8 weeks before the course starts

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The Oast Studio

with Craft Courses since 2023

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The Oast Studio was started in 2021, as the COVID restrictions came to an end and we realised there was a need and a demand for people to come and spend time crafting together. We paired together our love of food and sewing and The Oast Studio was created! We now offer over 80 different craft and sewing classes from Needle Felting & Basket Weaving to Sewing & Painting. With freshly baked treats at every class plus home cooked lunches at all our full day courses.

Suitable for

  • Adults
  • Seniors
  • Hearing impaired
  • Mother's Day
  • Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
  • Parking provided
  • UK Holiday
  • Stag dos
  • Romantic
  • Suitable for beginners
  • Overseas Holiday
  • Hen dos
  • Easter
  • Corporate days out & team building
  • Father's Day
  • Intermediate level
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Venue

The Oast Studio, The Oast, Hodore Farm, Parrock Lane, Hartfield, Upper Hartfield, East Sussex, TN7 4AR