Basketry Weaving Course for Beginners

Learn four basketry weaving techniques in a two day course in Hobart!


The Art of Weaving
The Art of Weaving
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2 x 5 hours Class size 1 to 12 guests

$420 (Afterpay available)

Hobart
In this basket weaving course in Hobart, you will be learning and exploring four different basketry techniques with materials you can easily access after the course so you can keep on weaving easily.
You will be learning:
6 October:
  • Random weaving with cane and inclusions
  • Twining with jute with a pattern
13 October:
  • Random weaving with long leafy plants
  • Looping with paper string
  • Bonus string/cordage demonstration
Course runs from 10 am - 3 pm on both days.
Like all of our workshops, this course will allow you to tap into your creativity and learn at your own pace. This is a hands-on practical course focused on exploration and experimentation, not perfection.
While learning basketry techniques, you can reconnect with your own imagination and creativity.
This is a small course so you get hands-on tuition from expert basketry weaver, Catriona Pollard.
Suitable for beginners or weavers who are looking to learn these techniques. If you’ve never done weaving before---perfect! You’ll love it and leave with finished basketry sculptures and the confidence to do more.
This course is for you if:
  • You want to learn multiple basketry techniques.
  • You don’t have any experience or want to further develop your weaving.
  • You’re looking for a fun, relaxing creative outlet, and an enjoyable way to spend your downtime.
  • You deserve the gift of a weekend of dedicated weaving with a group of lovely people.


Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly—no experience needed.
 
What you'll get
  • All materials included.
  • A series of completed baskets using two different basketry techniques.
What to bring
Just yourself!
 
Session repeats

This class series runs over 2 consecutive sessions, which are 1 week apart.

Location

Salamanca Arts Centre, Salamanca Place, Battery Point TAS

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The Art of Weaving
The Art of Weaving

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Join me for basketry workshops where you have the opportunity to explore your creativity through traditional basketry with a sculptural perspective.
These fun basketry courses are the perfect way to learn a new skill with a focus on exploration and play not perfection.
I'm a professional fibre artist and international teacher. I've taught hundreds and hundreds of people in Australia and all over the world. I exhibit extensively in solo exhibitions, selected and group exhibitions and have been a finalist in many art awards.
Learn with a international teacher and expert basketry weaver. Make gorgeous basketry sculptures even if you don’t think you can! Get your creative groove on with my range basketry courses.
2025-01-03 15:00:00
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