Willow basketmaking workshop

Willow workshops at Haddenham Arts Centre, near Ely, Cambridgeshire

You will learn the amazing qualities of willow and techniques to make a traditional round basket. This workshop is suitable for beginners as well as returning students who want to upgrade their skills. This can include making handles or more complex border patterns.
Workshops are led by sculptor and weaver Jane Frost who will provide you with a range of techniques to make baskets or sculpture.
Jane has experience teaching all age groups with a variety of needs. This workshop is suitable for everyone over the age of 16, children must be accompanied by a parent or carer at all times.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
You will need to have a reasonable amount of strength in both hands to be able to work with the willow. Please wear older clothes, such as you would wear for gardening, sandals are not advisable.