Fiona has agreed to run an introduction to basketmaking course for us....at a huge discount 
The intention is that over a weekend, up to eight people will each make a basket, and in the process also learn a great deal about materials and techniques.
Fiona will provide all materials and necessary tools for the course.
I know that there were more than eight people who expressed an interest in this, but if we get one course organised and underway, there's no reason that we can't do others.
Fiona has also agreed to bring along a range of traditonal baskets, made using our native plants, and has said she is happy to talk to anyone else who comes along too. It's just that logistically she can't effectively work with more than eight people at a beginners course.
Extra materials will be available to buy for folks who would like more diy too.
I need sincere expressions of interest, and I'm going to put up a poll for dates.
I can guarantee up front that if we get all eight places filled, then the costs for the weekend course will not be more than £50 a person, and that covers everything but your own camp fees.
I have contacted Comriecroft and they are happy for us to be there again They have confirmed that the May dates are available for us.
cheers,
Toddy
The intention is that over a weekend, up to eight people will each make a basket, and in the process also learn a great deal about materials and techniques.
Fiona will provide all materials and necessary tools for the course.
I know that there were more than eight people who expressed an interest in this, but if we get one course organised and underway, there's no reason that we can't do others.
Fiona has also agreed to bring along a range of traditonal baskets, made using our native plants, and has said she is happy to talk to anyone else who comes along too. It's just that logistically she can't effectively work with more than eight people at a beginners course.
Extra materials will be available to buy for folks who would like more diy too.
I need sincere expressions of interest, and I'm going to put up a poll for dates.
I can guarantee up front that if we get all eight places filled, then the costs for the weekend course will not be more than £50 a person, and that covers everything but your own camp fees.
I have contacted Comriecroft and they are happy for us to be there again
They have confirmed that the May dates are available for us.cheers,
Toddy
I found the talk up at Loch Tay fascinating and was really impressed with the range of basketry Fiona brought along. There was just too much going on that day to have a chance to try it out.
