Taking part in a workshop
Weaving a basket is enormously relaxing and grounding. You follow the methodology, you’re in the moment, getting into the rhythm of it, almost in a meditative way. You’re amongst like-minded people from, often, refreshingly different backgrounds to yours.
It can be very beneficial for a healthy body and mind, especially when carried out in a tranquil, outdoors spot. The craft can assist people with stress, depression, or with a grieving process.
Although it is not for the faint-hearted and is quite strenuous and demands concentration, the wonderful thing about it is getting away into the countryside and designing and weaving your own basket, using age-old techniques that have been passed on between professional basketmakers for generations.
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Myriam Barrett reviewed: Crafty Basketry's weaving a foraging basket - Improver's day course at King John's Nursery, Etchingham, East Sussex
"I had my very first experience with Willow weaving on a day course recently, which was so enjoyable. I loved being in a small group with like minded "students", the setting in an art studio was perfect and inspiring. Marianna made my first journey with the new craft light and easy to follow with a depth of knowledge to present. I never thought i would be able to produce an entire basket in a day. Back home my family was super impressed. I slept extremely well that night and felt grounded the next morning in such a pleasant way, which i hadn't been for a while. Thank you Marianna "
Myriam Barrett
Now, with the new 2-day workshops, you can weave a basket at your leisure. Get really stuck in. Time for yourself, away from the daily demands people make upon you. Have a read through the possibilities, but at your own risk; this craft can be addictive!