Beginners Basket Making Workshop

In this immersive workshop, you'll learn the timeless craft of basket weaving using natural materials, creating your own unique handwoven basket to take home. This hands-on activity combines traditional techniques with creative expression, perfect for both complete beginners and those with some crafting experience.Don't be intimidated by the intricacies of basket weaving - this welcoming workshop is designed to be both fun and social. Your expert tutor Monica Heeran, a Lambeth-based forager and basket maker, will adapt the project to match your skill level, ensuring you feel confident and supported throughout the process.Working with carefully selected natural materials, you'll discover the fundamental techniques of basket construction. Monica will guide you through each step, teaching you how to shape and weave your materials into a functional and beautiful basket.This class is physically demanding, if you want to finish a basket in one session you’ll need some physical strength in your arms and hands.Ticket Types;The Remakery is committed to making Eco Craft practices available to everyone. If you want to try basket making, but this class is out of your price range; please take a look at our ‘willow lampshade weaving’ class that has a £5 ticket available.Our ‘True Cost Ticket’ reflects the prep time involved in running a eco-craft course and the cost of keeping a space like the Remakery open.The ‘Pay it forward’ ticket includes a donation towards the upkeep of our communal rooms and the continuation of our community programme.Due to the high demand for our basket making classes, we do not offer any refunds or cancellations on these tickets. A beautiful natural basket Read more details