Part Time Chaircaning and Rushing

Chaircaning & Rushing

Level: All Levels

Course content:
This course is taught by a teacher with 30 years experience of teaching adults the techniques of chair caning and rushing. Bring a chair, frame, bedhead, cradle or stool which should be structurally sound, and preferably free of wood worm.
Beginners are advised to start with a simple shape, a square, rectangular, trapezium or bow-fronted if possible.
By the end of this course you will know:
- How to use and store tools safely.
- The Historical background of the crafts
- How to prepare a project, which includes:-
1 Recording any pattern and methods used on the old seating (if applicable)
2 Stripping, clearing and cleaning.
3 The preparation and harvesting of materials used in the class and where to source them.
4 Selecting the correct materials by size, quality and colour.
5 A choice of chair caning patterns to suit your project.
6 English traditional and Continental methods in rush.
7 How to seat a variety of shapes and curves.
8 Seating a stool in a variety of patterns and materials including seagrass and cords

Other techniques you will learn include:
Blind
Double
French caning
Close caning
Chair cane webbing

Machine-made sheet caning as used on some modern furniture not suitable for hand caning.

Course Structure:
This is practical â€-hands-on' course student's work on their own projects at their own pace in a congenial and industrious environment. Individual and group teaching with demonstrations. Students are advised to make personal notes by keeping a file on the techniques and methods used. Homework is given if requested and appropriate.

Course resources:
Books, handouts and samples A well stocked tool- box for students to use in the class Some storage space for projects Chair cane

Assessment:
Teacher feedback. Individual learning plans. Self-assessment using checklists. Learners are encouraged to help each other thereby reinforcing their new knowledge and skills

Next step:
Different patterns and shapes in the class; The Basketmaker's Association's Diploma in Chair Seating; working from home on commissions; the City & Guild's Certificate in Basketry (which is a close allied subject).

How to apply:
Enrol in person, by telephone or by post

Fees Info
When information is available you will notice 2 different fees stated for this course. The fee you pay is dependent on your status:
Fee 1: Standard fee;
Fee 2: Aged 60+ years fee
Students in receipt of an income-based benefit pay £20 per course per term.
You will need to bring proof of age and any benefits when you enrol.
You DO NOT have to pay a college registration fee for these courses, but you may have to pay for additional course materials.Materials costs:
Average size cane chair £14 approx. Rushes £26 per bolt enough for two chairs, rushes should be purchased by the student from the suppliers, addresses are available from the teacher.

When and Where

• 
  Day:
  ThursdayTime:
  9:30 - 12:00This course is:
  Part time day
  
  Length: 11 weeks
  
  Start Date: 07 January 2010
  
  Campus: Roehampton Centre
  
  Course Code: WDCNA/RD9BA
  
  Tuition Fees: £100Tuition Fees 60+:
  £70
  How to apply
• 
  Day:
  ThursdayTime:
  9:30 - 12:00This course is:
  Part time day
  
  Length: 11 weeks
  
  Start Date: 22 April 2010
  
  Campus: Roehampton Centre
  
  Course Code: WDCNA/RD9CA
  
  Tuition Fees: £100Tuition Fees 60+:
  £70
  How to apply