Join Flo for a two day basket weaving course here at the wood.

There is a long tradition of hazel basket making in England and all over Europe, often a basket made by the traveller communities. As hazel grows prolifically across most of the continent, people could make and sell baskets, wherever they were, as they most likely knew where there would be some hazel growing.

During the course you will learn some traditional basketry techniques and make a small, foraging-style basket out of local material.

On day 1 we’ll be harvesting our own hazel rods and splitting them to create our weaving material. Then day two will be all about weaving!

Suitable for beginners, we will be using some hand tools, such as knives and saws.

Tea and coffee included, bring a packed lunch, and suitable clothes for outdoor work in case the weather isn’t in our favour.

£150 for the weekend.

Please email Flo to book your place: florencehamer@gmail.com

You can see more of Flo’s work on her website: www.florencehamer.com