5 Month Training Programme

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This course runs for 2 days a month for 5 months and its intention is to teach technique along side gaining a deeper empathy with material, method and process. It aims to give a comprehensive introduction into the fundamental aspects of weaving with willow and starts with an introduction to growing and harvesting. Followed by good workshop practice and an understanding of how to design a simple basket. With some fundamentals behind us we move onto learning the art of a chosen technique and we conclude with some personal development days with the opportunity for experimentation. The continuity of a 5 month program with one tutor aims to give a concise and thorough introduction to the essential knowledge and skills needed to become a proficient basket maker. SCHEDLUE APRIL 30th A trip to the Willow With Roots willow bed to include tips on processing, storing, soaking and mellowing. Hoop making with freshly cut willow. MAY 1st Workshop practise. How to organise your space, care for your tools and select your material. Make a simple platter. JUNE 4th Weaving round and square bases using the stake and strand technique using different varieties of willow. JUNE 5th Weaving round, oval and rectangular bases using the hoop template method using different varieties of willow. JULY 9th Build a simple round basket of your choice using the stake and strand technique. JULY 10th Build a simple round basket of your choice using the hoop template technique. AUGUST 13 & 14th Personal development. Focus on creating a basket of your choice using techniques learned in previous sessions. SEPTEMBER 3 & 4th Personal development. Design and build a basket of your choice. A short while after booking you will receive a document with detailed information about your session. Spaces are on a first come first served basis. Please email me If you would like to discuss payment options.