Courses
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My weaving workshops provide an opportunity to learn a new skill, to reconnect with nature, to unwind and spend a day being creative....weaving requires focus and is relaxing at the same time and can be therapeutic! To make something beautiful and useful is rewarding and fulfulling. We have fun too!
They are usually held at the beautiful Felin Uchaf Centre
All materials are supplied, and these are usually grown locally. Refreshments are also provided in the characterful new Felin cafe building.
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I can also run day or half day workshops for organised groups (5-8 people) please get in touch to discuss. Examples include willow planters/birdfeeders, wool seat pads using a peg loom, garden supports or a foraging basket.
All my workshops require a minimum of 5 participants, and a maximum of 8. Full payment is required on booking, which is non refundable unless there is someone who can take the place (there is usually a waiting list). Obviously if I have to cancel for any reason I will refund in full.
Driftwood basket - FULL
November 9th 9.30am-4.30pm £85
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These assymetric round baskets are really popular! Bring your favourite bit of driftwood to use as a handle, or I can provide a selection.
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Suitable for all.
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Frame Foraging basket
Saturday 16th November
9.30-3.30pm £75.
Location: Bowling Green, Machynlleth
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Starting with a frame base, I will show you a selection of techniques for different weaves and how to attach fabric handles. You'll take home a strong, beautiful basket that you can use for foraging, shopping, or anything you like. Suitable for all.
Advent wreathe and Christmas stars
Saturday 7th December
10 am - 1pm £35
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We will be using colourful freshly harvested willow to make a hoop base for the wreathe, which can then be decorated with seasonal greenery etc. These hoops can be kept afterwards and used again.
I will also show you how to make willow stars which can also be used as wreathes and christmas decorations
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Wool seat pad or rug
Saturday 14th December
10 am - 1pm £40
Escape from the commercial Christmas hype! Take the opportunity to slow down and find a quiet rhythm while weaving. Make a warm and soft seat pad or small rug using a peg loom and local sheep's wool.
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Log Basket
Saturday 11th January
9.30-5pm £100
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Make a log basket using a variety of different weaves with either integral handles or rope handles.
Some experience required - please get in touch to discuss if you are not sure.
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Rush weaving - place mats and St Brigid's crosses
Saturday 1st February
10 am - 1 pm £40
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Rush is a wonderfully soft material to work with - great for those who find willow a bit difficult! Rush place mats are very useful and beautiful too. We will also make St Brigid's crosses, a tradition of Imbolc or St Brigid's Day, celebrated on 1st February.
Birdfeeders and Swallows
March 15th 10 am to 3pm £60​​​
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These birdfeeders are a good introduction to weaving with willow, and are ideal for feeding hungry garden birds! They also have other uses, such as storing garlic or fruit, or using as a planter.
We will also make a willow swallow, a timely creation as we start to look out for the return of these migratory birds.
Suitable for all.
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Easter flower basket
April 19th 9.30am-2.30pm £65​
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The zarzo technique looks complicated but is satisfyingly methodical and we take it step by step to produce these impressive looking but very functional garden trugs. The finished basket has many other uses...foraging, storage or just decoration!
Suitable for all.
