Further Detail
Random Weave very likely has its roots in Japanese Ikebana baskets, and is an interesting, versatile, and relatively simple basketry technique to learn. Also, it is not dissimilar to the methods weaver birds use to construct their beautiful and intricate nests.
Take home your finished work and use it to create small delicate flower displays, show it off on a shelf or mantlepiece, or simply use it to keep small precious objects in.
Skills/Techniques Covered
Level
This course is suitable for a range of abilities from complete beginner to intermediate
Materials
All materials will be provided by the tutor. The approximate cost of these will be £10, payable to the tutor during the course. The tutor may not have the facility to take card payment for materials so please bring cash or cheque
Please Bring With You
Random Weave very likely has its roots in Japanese Ikebana baskets, and is an interesting, versatile, and relatively simple basketry technique to learn. Also, it is not dissimilar to the methods weaver birds use to construct their beautiful and intricate nests.
Take home your finished work and use it to create small delicate flower displays, show it off on a shelf or mantlepiece, or simply use it to keep small precious objects in.
Skills/Techniques Covered
- How to make a mould to work around
- Preparing materials
- Working the basic structure
- “Random” weaving
- Removing the mould and finishing
Level
This course is suitable for a range of abilities from complete beginner to intermediate
Materials
All materials will be provided by the tutor. The approximate cost of these will be £10, payable to the tutor during the course. The tutor may not have the facility to take card payment for materials so please bring cash or cheque
Please Bring With You
- Notebook/pen etc
- Camera/phone with camera (optional)