Basketry - Small Twined Basket
About this workshop
Learn how to use natural materials to make a small twined basket with Jodie Goldring.
In this full-day workshop, you will learn to use materials such as red-hot poker or day lily of chasmanthe to make a small basket using the traditional basketry technique of twining.Twining is the twisting of two strands of flexible material alternately around a support. This technique creates shape as well as adding stability to baskets.
At the end of the day, you will take your twined basket home with you.
Essential information
Required skill level
No previous experience required
What do I need to bring?
Snacks, lunch, water bottle, notepad and pen. Apron and secateurs (if you have them).
Clothing guidelines
Comfortable clothes and closed toed shoes
Maximum class size
Small class size – 8 participants max
What is Included
All instruction, tools and materials provided. A range of plant material will be provided such as iris, red-hot poker, bulrushes, watsonia and willow. Information about how to collect, dry and prepare your own materials to use at home is included in this workshop.
You will learn
You will learn to make a small twined basket using the traditional basketry technique of twining.
Morning tea/lunch info
A lunch break and morning tea break are included with morning tea provided each day
