Oval Baskets

Product description

Learn how to make an oval willow basket with beautiful willows grown here on the farm - a great basket for those wanting to develop on from willow basket round work.

You will learn:

• oval bases- weave, control and spacing for different sized ovals
• selection of rods for stakes & weavers
• staking up
• pull down wale
• French rand
• 5 behind 2 border (possibly follow in if time allows)
• working with a hoop handle
• wrapping a handle
• trimming & tidying the basket

Perfect for those who have made a few round work baskets and want to develop style, control and learn new weaves.

All our courses are supported with after class notes, videos and help/advice sheets and blog content to help you continue your weaving journey.

Please note:

• this course is physically demanding and you need a good degree of manual dexterity
• you will need to understand basic willow terminology and have made a number of round baskets independently in order to be at the correct level for this course

What do I need to bring?

• Glasses (if you need them for close-up work).
• Notebook and pen if you wish to make notes.
• Old clothes, covered, flat shoes (no sandals or open toes).
• Something to tie hair back with (if needed).

All materials included. Suitable for all weaving levels, great for beginners 18+. 
Should you have any specific needs please make us aware before attending the course.