Celtic Knot Trivet and Basket Making

Description

Learn how to craft a rope trivet and basket using a traditional knot pattern. Your tutor, Laurence, will guide you through the process for creating a round trivet or mat, before building on this technique to make a small basket. You will work with flax rope, and use traditional ropework tools such as a Swedish fid and sailmaker’s palm. At a Glance An introduction to ropework skills and tools. Skills progression resulting in the creation of two finished objects. Work with flax rope, and learn about this natural fibre. Two-course lunch and refreshments provided. What You Will Gain Familiarity and confidence with ropework skills and tools. Two finished pieces that combine function and beauty. An awareness of the current status and use of flax fibre in the UK. More about Celtic Knot Trivet and Basket Making The morning will be spent learning to make a rope trivet (or mat), using a traditional knot pattern, and incorporating the technique of splicing using a Swedish fid. In the afternoon you will build on the patterns and methods used for the trivet to make a small round rope basket. The day will start with step-by-step demonstrations, progressing to self-paced working as you grow in confidence, with Laurence on hand throughout to guide and correct. We will be working with flax rope, sourced from a ropemaker in Yorkshire and made from European-grown fibre. There will be an informal discussion around the context of flax as a fibre for rope and other crafts, focusing on local sourcing and sustainability. You will be introduced to basic ropework terminology and tools, and Laurence will be able to offer guidance on other projects and resources to explore should you wish to continue your ropework journey. You will finish the day with a completed trivet (mat) measuring 24cm in diameter, and a small basket measuring 14cm in diameter.

What's included in the price?

Two course lunch and refreshments.

Cancellation policy

Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts

Maker

Hawkwood CFT

with Craft Courses since 2019

Message the tutor

Hawkwood is an arts and educational charity providing courses, facilitating training and offering venue hire, set in a stunning location in the Cotswolds. Hawkwood is a beautiful, sustainably run estate. As a charity, we bring together people and organisations from many backgrounds in support of creative endeavour, a flourishing community, and a sustainable environment. We provide a specially curated programme of courses covering leadership, music, arts & crafts and well-being, as well as hosting artistic residencies and events. Many people return to Hawkwood year after year because of our ethos, our fantastic team, and our delicious food.