Breton style willow basket workshop with Richard and Sue Kerwood

This basket is a rustic country basket made quickly and without too much refinement. It combines features of two Breton baskets: the Sklissen (or Button Basket) and the Baskodenn. There are some adaptions in the making process to make it easier for beginners.

You will start with a pre-made base and then be shown how to fit this to a jig and insert ribs. The weave is simple pairing, building up to multiple strands. The basket is finished with a simple track border and twisted rush handles can be added if desired.

The finished basket will be approximately 26 cm deep with a diameter at its widest point of about 50-54 cm. You may also have time to make a base for another basket.

The cost is £95, this workshop is suitable for beginners and intermediates.

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