Basket Making Malvern reviews

8 Aug 23'

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

"I had such a wonderful experience on this course. Becky and Jon were brilliant and welcomed us into their cosy barn with a cuppa and homemade flapjacks before starting the basket weaving. The course was taught in simple steps and as it was a small group, Jon and Becky were able to show us one to one each new step. It was such a great workshop and the baskets we made were really beautiful! Thanks also to Jo for cooking us a wonderful lunch. I really recommend this course, the people, the little details and most of all, it’s such a satisfying skill to learn, even if it’s just for a day! Thank you so much for this great experience!"

6 Aug 23'

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

"An absolutely fabulous day, brilliant teaching and every one of us went away with a beautiful basket. A perfect way to spend a day crafting! "

6 Aug 23'

Denise Strutt reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"This is a fabulous course, excellent tuition and I left with a basket that I’m really proud of. Opt in to the lovely lunch if it’s offered, flapjacks and cake was an added bonus. "

3 Jul 23'

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

"The course and teachers were excellent. I came away with a basket that I am proud of. I can highly recommend the lunch provided also"

19 Jun 23'

Dee reviewed: Willow Weaving Dragonflies, Sunflowers, Bird Feeders, Snails

"We all enjoyed our day. Had a great time learning weaving techniques, made a bird feeder, snail, dragon/damsel fly and a spiritual star. Jon and Beckey are great teachers, lots of patience and lots of interesting tales. Fantastic lunch too."

19 Jun 23'

Wendy C reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"Amazing day up in Malvern on the basket making course, so enjoyable, with a beautiful basket at the end. Johnny and Becky were fantastic teachers and hosts. A beautiful place to visit and the lunch we had was delicious, can highly recommend booking this. All in all a wonderful experience."

18 Jun 23'

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

"Wonderful setting. Great course. Becky and Paul are great teachers. Supportive throughout the day, teaching us multiple weaves to create beautiful baskets. The varied colours willows were lovely to work with. They were great hosts with tea and cake and organised a wonderful lunch provided by a local lady. "

14 Jun 23'

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

"This was a fantastic day, highly recommended. Becky and Johnny are both very skilled, fab teachers and just lovely people!"

12 Jun 23'

Linda Chadwick reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"A very enjoyable and informative day spent learning about a new craft in very relaxed surroundings. John and Becky provided excellent tuition. The additional opportuinity of arranging for lunch proved very tasty."

11 Jun 23'

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

"Fabulous workshop. Instructions really clear, great quality willow. Jonny and Becky are great teachers and really friendly. Lovely setting. Would definitely recommend."

28 May 23'

Dave Gilbert reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"My mum and I did this course. Becky and Jonny were very friendly and welcomed us into the studio with a cup of tea. They are the best instructors you could wish for, very skilled, encouraging, helpful and complementary. It's hard work but my mum managed it very well - she's 80 - the course was her birthday gift. The lunch was super and good value. A great setting. The studio was well-equipped and spacious. We both ended up with good baskets and learned a lot. Above all we enjoyed ourselves and could not fault any part of the day."

23 May 23'

Trish E reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"What a fantastic experience. In a welcoming and relaxing atmosphere with clear instructions and hands on demonstrations I became a basket maker!! Johnny and Becky were very patient teachers and spent plenty of time with each learner so that we all had a successful outcome. The vegan lunch provided was excellent and so was the cake. I came away feeling a great sense of achievement with a beautiful willow basket which I will treasure. I would highly recommend this course. "

21 May 23'

David Baldwin reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"A brilliant experience with superb guidance from Becky and John. I really enjoyed the day and was impressed by the basket I produced. Lunch was great too. Thank you both"

20 May 23'

Averil Parsons reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"I really enjoyed the course. Becky and Jonny were very friendly and were there with hands on assistance as and when required. Everyone on the course came away with a lovely basket they had made themselves - so a great sense of achievement. "

7 May 23'

Jane McNeill reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"Intense but very productive day with lots of hands on help. Came away with a sense of achievement having made a a very sturdy practical basket. Lunch was very tastey and good value. Both Becky and John were delightful , friendly and welcoming and the studio was airy and a good space for learning. Would hope to do another course with them another time."

26 Apr 23'

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

"This was such a great course to be part of. I went on my own and felt very welcome. We made a beautiful basket and learned the skills of basket making. The whole day was so well organised and the tuition was just right. Who knew all the detail that went into each stage of basket weaving. I didn’t! And now I have a lovely basket to remind me of all the work that goes into these. Thanks for a lovely relaxed day with friendly tuition and friendly participants.. And a gorgeous lunch. I highly recommend it."

20 Mar 23'

Kerry and Dave reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"We had a great time making willow baskets.Excellent teaching and a lovely friendly atmosphere. We are both very proud of our baskets which are the perfect size for fireside logs and kindling. The lunch was also exceptionally good - all in all a great way to spend a day - thank you Jonny and Becky, we hope to visit again."

19 Mar 23'

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

"Absolutely fantastic day. I learnt so much and am so proud of the basket I made to bring home with me. The atmosphere and tutors were fantastic. I really enjoyed it. "

19 Mar 23'

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

"My daughter and I had a fantastic day. Jonny and Becky are excellent teachers with so much time being spent to ensure we understood and continually on hand to help. Brilliant day and so pleased with the baskets we made. "

19 Mar 23'

Pamela Gregg reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"We were made very welcome from the start. All different phases of the weaving process were thoroughly explained and everyone was supported extremely well. Lunch was delicious and the chocolate cake was massive . The venue had been well thought out with space enough to weave long lengths. I would recommend this course to anyone "

6 Mar 23'

Jayne Nicholls reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"Had a great time on the course - Johnny was very informative and helpful, and I came away with a lovely, large willow basket. Many thanks for the biscuits and flapjacks and the lunch is definitely worth booking. Thank you for a great day."

6 Mar 23'

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

"Highly recommended. A very good course with sound, clear instructions to produce a very good basket in a warm comfortable craft room. Excellent refreshments throughout and a lovely lunch. Very good value for money. Thank you Jon and Becky."

3 Mar 23'

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

"We had a great day out basket making and even managed to produce some decent looking baskets by the end of the day. The tuition was excellent, there was a mix of examples to follow, group demonstrations and one to one when required. There was plenty of tea and cakes to keep us going and the extra lunch option from a local caterer was very tasty and well worth it and the accompanying tunes were spot on."

25 Feb 23'

Neil Simpson reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"Great day basket making John and Becky are patient and encouraging teachers. The workshop is set in a pleasant setting and you come away with a usable self crafted basket"

19 Feb 23'

Lucy Pickering reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"Excellent day from start to finish. Warm hospitality with plenty of tea to keep us going as we learnt the basics of this fascinating craft. Great tuition with hands on help whenever needed. Would highly recommend and hope to do more in the future. (Lunch excellent too!!)"