Basket Weaving Workshop

Join Wim, who has been into the craft of basket weaving for decades, in this 4-hour workshop and learn how to weave your own basket using willow twigs. This hands-on workshop will introduce you to the timeless craft of willow basket weaving. You will learn the basic techniques to make your own round basket. This is a unique opportunity to get to know the craftmanship and to make your very own basket to bring home.

In the days when basket weaving was still a profession, someone generally had to work as an apprentice in a basketry for at least a year before they were allowed to make a basket independently.

With that in mind, don’t expect a perfect first ever basket. You will however leave with a usable handmade basket, plus the knowledge to improve your skills with every basket you will weave afterwards!

THIS WORKSHOP WILL TEACH YOU:

How to weave a round basket with unpeeled willow twigs

ABOUT THE WORKSHOP:

Language: Dutch (English translator are present)

Level: absolute beginner, no prior experience is needed.

At the end, you will go home with your basket (approximately 15 cm high) and  depending on the time, a handle.

Included in the workshop:

• include snacks, coffee, tea and soft drinks throughout the class.
• all the materials to make one basket

Min/Max amount of participants: 5-7

Please arrive 5-10 minutes before your class starts.

During the class you will be mainly working sitting either on the floor or low by the floor, please make sure to wear the appropriate attire. If you’d like to bring your own pillows or something else comfortable to sit on, we’d encourage you to do so.