Twined Basket Workshop
Tap into our intuitive knowledge of handling natural fibres and one of the oldest known crafts in human civilization in this Twined Basket weaving workshop. Once learnt, the technique of ‘twining’ a pair of fibres around a frame can be used to create rigid frame baskets with a handle to flexible framed bags and bowls.
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BULRUSH BASKET
A variation of the twined basket, using bulrush (combungi) to create the framework and as a twining fibre 
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In this workshop, create your own small ‘twined’ basket over a flexible frame with a mix of locally harvested plant fibres, such as flax, red hot poker, cordyline, bulrush and tall spike rush. The workshop includes instruction in material preparation, setting up your frame, how to ‘twine’ around the frame and detailed steps in finishing the rim of your basket. The day will include a wander nearby to identify suitable weaving plants, as well as discussion on the history of traditional and contemporary basket making.
Twined basket making has its challenges and whilst not essential, is ideally suited to those with existing craft skills or those who have already attended the Stitched and Coiled basket making workshop. What to bring: An old towel, a peg, sturdy garden scissors, a water spray bottle, a darning needle and a waterproof bag for taking home your damp towel. |
Dates
BULRUSH BASKET
Sat 16th May 10am - 3pm
at the Lightbox Torquay, 2/7-9 Cylinders Drive, Torquay
Cost: $160
Sat 16th May 10am - 3pm
at the Lightbox Torquay, 2/7-9 Cylinders Drive, Torquay
Cost: $160
DATES AT CERES SCHOOL OF NATURE AND CLIMATE FOR
TWINED BASKET WORKSHOPS
Ceres School of Nature and Climate, Corner Roberts & Stewart Streets, Brunswick East
Sat 18th Apr, Sun 14th Jun, Sat 15th Aug, Sun 18th Oct
TWINED BASKET WORKSHOPS
Ceres School of Nature and Climate, Corner Roberts & Stewart Streets, Brunswick East
Sat 18th Apr, Sun 14th Jun, Sat 15th Aug, Sun 18th Oct
