Willow Basket Weaving - with Rachel Evans (2 days) in the Peak District
Description
Join expert maker, Rachel Evans, for this rewarding introduction to basketry. Use traditional techniques to create a round basket of your choice. This could be a shopping basket, a serving dish for fruit/bread or an asymmetric basket with a wooden handle. You will learn how to construct a round base, how to ‘stake up’ for the vertical sides and use different weaves to form the main body of the basket. Borders and handle techniques will vary depending upon your choice of basket. All abilities welcome – from the complete novice to experienced basket makers. Health & safety: willow weaving requires reasonable strength and dexterity in the hands. If this is a concern, feel free to chat to us before booking. Tutor: Rachel Evans From her workshop in the Staffordshire Moorlands, Rachel makes a range of traditional British baskets as well as more inventive, contemporary pieces. She often works to commission, creating artisan baskets, lampshades and coffins. She grows and harvests her own willow, selecting unusual varieties to add colour and interest to her work. She also enjoys foraging for natural materials to include in her baskets. Previous student's words: “A totally absorbing course in a delightful setting. Rachel is a patient and highly skilled tutor. I am absolutely thrilled with the basket I created under her watchful eye!” Start: Join us from 9.30am for tea/coffee and introductions. Tuition starts at 10.00am. End: Course finishes around 4.30pm. There is an hour for lunch and breaks whenever you wish. • Purpose built studio in beautiful Peak District setting. • Relaxed, creative atmosphere. • 4 - 6 students per workshop. • Open to both beginners and those with experience. • Good fresh food, homemade cakes. • Accommodation on site and nearby if required. • Private groups welcome (minimum 4 people). Please get in touch for bookings or further information.
What's included in the price?
Fee includes professional tuition, lunches and refreshments - an additional materials fee of approx £20 - £25 applies. Rachel uses both locally coppiced willow from Staffordshire along with willow from Somerset. All tools are provided and a tasty light lunch is included in the course fee. Let us know of any special dietary needs. Drinks and biscuits are available all day to help yourself with home-made cake mid afternoon. Accommodation available at extra charge: 'Godfrey Hole Cottage' - on site. 2 bedrooms, sleeps 3. 'The Counting House' - Georgian town house in Wirksworth, 1 mile away. 1 bedroom. Sleeps 2.
Duration
2 days
Cancellation policy
Strict - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 8 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Teenagers
- Accommodation offered
- Hen dos
- Public transport
- Corporate days out & team building
- UK Holiday
- Parking provided
- Suitable for beginners
- Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
- Stag dos
FAQs
Zantium Studios is clearly marked on Google Maps.
We are on the edge of the Peak District (Derbyshire) - near Wirksworth, a few miles from Matlock.
Clear directions will be sent by email a month prior to the course.
The Zantium Studio is on the first floor which involves a flight of 11 steps. There is a handrail to one side.
The toilet is on the first floor directly opposite the Studio.
There are a number of exterior stone steps and uneven ground from the car park to the house.
We have off-street parking for several cars
Full Day Courses:
A tasty light lunch is included in the course fee. Tea, coffee and biscuits are available all day to help yourself and home-made cake served mid afternoon.
Half Day Courses:
Drinks and snacks are included in the course fee. Tea, coffee, biscuits are available to help yourself and home-made cake at break time.
We have a top Food Hygiene Rating of 5.
Any special dietary requirements must be communicated in advance and we will do our best to cater to your needs. However, customers with allergies or severe intolerances should bring their own food. Our kitchen is in a domestic setting and we cannot guarantee a “free-from” environment.
*** Please let us know of any special dietary requirements ***
There are various accommodation options nearby including our own 2 holiday lets.
'Godfrey Hole Cottage' is on site. It has 2 bedrooms, a double and a single
'The Counting House' is a mile from the Zantium Studio in the town of Wirksworth. It has one double bedroom (ensuite)
Should the advertised tutor be unable to attend, we reserve the right to substitute a tutor of equal standing.
In the unlikely event that we have to cancel a course, customers will receive a full refund or the chance to transfer to another course from our Zantium Studios programme. This may happen due to severe weather, illness or if we receive an insufficient number of bookings. In such cases, we will always give as much notice as possible. However, we cannot accept responsibility for any associated plans you may have made such as travel, accommodation etc. Customers should consider taking out their own cancellation insurance.
