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Basket Making Malvern

Contact name: Becky Gunton
300
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(154)
over 5 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

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

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Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques
Next date: 4th May 2024
8 places left
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Foraging Basket
Next date: 17th May 2024
8 places left
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Willow Backpack
Next date: 13th Dec 2024
8 places left
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Willow Trug Basket, square base, scallomed
Next date: 3rd May 2024
8 places left
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Willow Weaving Dragonflies, Sunflowers, Bird Feeders, Snails
Next date: 4th May 2024
10 places left

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews
21 Apr 24'

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

"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. "

21 Apr 24'

Sue Joines reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"Fabulous course. Loved every minute. Johnny and Becky were so patient and excellent teachers. Came away with a basket I'm really proud of. "

16 Apr 24'

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

"I had such a lovely day making my basket. It’s such a relaxing way to spend a day with great teachers, a fantastic lunch and then to come away with a basket that you can’t believe you made!! "

13 Apr 24'

Andrew Westlake reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"I had a wonderful day making a willow basket. Most of us were complete beginners and Jonny and Becky, our tutors, were patient and encouraging. They demonstrated and taught us the skills necessary to make the baskets and welcomed us into their garden to enjoy a delicious lunch. It was great fun and I would recommend the course without reservation."

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