Coiled Baskets

All over the world since ancient times people have been making useful and beautiful coiled baskets, mats, bags and other items. The craft of coiled basketry utilises a variety of materials including straw, grasses, yarn, rushes, fabric and pine needles.

In this workshop you will learn the basics of coiled basketry. We will make a small basket or mat using your own choice of materials.

The coiled baskets usually start with a spiral type shape and then worked into the required shape as it develops. Using this technique we will sew a thread, material or raffia around a core material.

This workshop is for anybody – you don’t need any knowledge of coiled basketry, but you should be aged 8 or older.

Just bring yourself, all equipment and materials are supplied.

There will be a refreshment break where tea, coffee and biscuits will be provided. However if you would like anything more substantial you will have time to wander into town or please feel free to bring along your own food - we do have a fridge for storage too.

You will go home with a small coiled basket or mat made with a variety of materials and techniques.