Basketry: weaving in willow
Course
In London
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International Institute of Management & Engineering
Master OnlinePrice on request -
International Institute of Management & Engineering
BTEC OnlinePrice on request
Description
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Type
Course
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Location
London
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Start date
Different dates available
This courses will guide you through a step by step process to make a round willow basket. You will be provided with a thorough reference to traditional willow skills. You will learn abut how willow is grown and prepared, and what tools are used in traditional functional basketmaking.
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About this course
- Select willow suitable for different stages of the basket
- Weave willow using several different techniques
- Complete a round basket
Advanced students should be able to:¿
- Build on existing basketry knowledge
- Explore how weaves can be manipulated to give different effects
- Make a double rod twisted handle.
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Subjects
- Basketry
- Weaving
- Art
Course programme
We will cover the selection and preparation of willow, making a simple round base, several weaving techniques including pairing, waling and randing. You will learn to make a simple rod border.
This is a practical course. You will be taught by demonstration, individual and group tuition. There will be examples and pictures to help you. If you would like to buy art materials for your personal use outside of the course, City Lit students receive 10% discount off everything* from Cass Art, the UK's leading art supplies retailer. Your tutor will advise you on what you should buy. You will need to show your enrolment receipt in-store to receive your discount. Visit the Charing Cross shop at 13 Charing Cross Road WC2H 0EP or find your local shop at *Terms and conditions apply, visitAdditional information
Basketry: weaving in willow
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International Institute of Management & Engineering
Master OnlinePrice on request -
International Institute of Management & Engineering
BTEC OnlinePrice on request