Join us for a calming and creative Basket Weaving Workshop with facilitator Britt Johnson.

In this hands-on workshop you will learn the beautiful art of basket weaving using Madagascan palm raffia. Over a relaxed and restorative few hours, Britt will guide you through the hidden core coiling technique, a traditional weaving method that allows you to create sculptural woven vessels with texture and character.

This workshop is perfect for anyone who would love to explore the world of basketry, fibre art and slow craft. Whether you are a complete beginner or someone who enjoys working with natural fibres, you will be gently guided through each step of the process.

During the class you will learn how to:

Start and build a basket using the hidden core coiling technique
Shape and structure your woven vessel
Finish your basket with a clean and professional edge
Work with Madagascan palm raffia, a beautiful and versatile natural fibre

Britt will also share ideas on how you can extend this technique at home. We will discuss ways to dye raffia in different colours, how the same coiling technique can be used with alternative materials such as paper twine or fabric, and how you can personalise your basket by adding decorative elements such as fringing or textured fibres.

This is a wonderfully mindful and meditative craft, allowing you to slow down, work with your hands and enjoy the satisfying rhythm of weaving.

Perfect for beginners. No prior weaving experience required.

What You Will Learn in this Workshop;

How to prepare and work with a natural dye pot
The properties of botanicals, plant extracts and edible dyestuffs
Folding and wrapping techniques to create organic dye patterns
How different natural materials influence colour results
The basics of botanical and eco dyeing for fabric

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Expert instruction from an experienced artist
Exploration of weaving techniques & embellishments
All materials provided
A relaxed, supportive creative environment

WORKSHOP DETAILS

Open age class – suitable for ages 12+
Children under 14 must be accompanied by a participating adult
No previous experience required – perfect for beginners
All materials included plus light refreshments

STUDIO ADDRESS: Studio 4102 N.O 4 Daydream St Warriewood, NSW 2102.

GROUP BOOKINGS: For Bookings of four or more people on the one booking, please use the promo code GROUP10 for a 10% Group Discount.

TERMS & CONDITIONS:

Your space in a class is reserved only once full payment has been received.

Our workshop tickets are non refundable, but if you are aware you will be unable to attend, you may pass your ticket to someone else you wish to come in your place.

We do require a minimum number of people to run each class. In the rare event we do not meet the minimum numbers required to run a class, you will be offered your choice of a class transfer to a new date or a full refund.

In the event you forget to come or you are unable to attend a workshop, the ticket is non transferable after the event.

Whilst arriving, attending and leaving the workshops, it is your responsibility to ensure that you maintain and adhere to all safety precautions and requirements during the workshop. Little Lane workshops and the attending creatives hold no personal liability or responsibility for any damage, loss or theft incurred to personal property, or any physical injuries obtained during the workshop. By attending a workshop, you agree in holding full responsibility and liability for any damages, injuries to parties involved and physical and/or personal property that may occur during the workshop.

By attending a class, you agree that you will not reproduce, replicate or redistribute any element of the class or materials provided or content from our website or social platforms in part or full for personal or commercial use.

Please see our full Terms and Conditions here.

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