Willow Baskets (Round work)
SEPTEMBER 8 - 9 2012
In this two day workshop you will
make two round baskets. On the first day Kevin will give an
illustrated introduction to willow baskets, the growing and
processing of willow and the varieties of basket making willow
available. On the first day you will make a simple round basket,
looking at how a basket is formed and woven. Different weaving
patterns will be explored.
On the second day you will make a
further round basket, consolidating on the techniques you have
learnt in the first day, and look at different methods of finishing
rims and handles
TUTOR; KEVIN BLOCKLEY has
been an archaeologist since 1974 and director of Cambrian
Archaeological Projects since 1992. He has had a long standing
interest in basket making and has sold and exhibited his work in the
local area. He is founder of the Old Chapel Farm Project.
Teaching times ; 10am on Saturday - 4pm on Sunday
Cost of course : £120 includes all
materials and lunches. Camping and accommodation available on the farm
(See
Accommodation)
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