In this workshop, you will:
- Learn simple basketry and weaving techniques with guidance from master basketmaker Nadine Anderson
- Work with natural, locally sourced willow and rush with a very low carbon footprint
- Create a selection of festive decorations, including angels, snowflakes and Christmas trees
- Discover the qualities of traditional basketry materials and how they can be shaped into decorative forms
- Leave with your own handcrafted willow decorations ready to display or gift
What to expect
- A small, friendly group, limited to 8 participants
- A hands-on workshop in our Studio
- No previous basketry experience required
- A glimpse inside the house during the lunch break for inspiration
- Cakes and pastries from Norfolk Street Bakery
- All materials and tools provided
About Nadine Anderson
Nadine Anderson is a basketmaker based in Cambridgeshire and has been weaving for over 28 years. She is a Yeoman Basketmaker of the Worshipful Company of Basketmakers and works primarily with home-grown willow and locally harvested rush, creating both functional and decorative pieces. Her practice celebrates traditional rural crafts and sustainable making, using locally sourced materials to create beautifully crafted work.
