Basketry Courses in London
City Lit is proud to be one of the only providers of adult education in Basketry. Our flagship courses are our two-year beginners’ course and our advanced year-long course; both taught by some of the UKs most respected makers and boasting alumni who have gone on to exhibit internationally. We offer specialist courses in willow and rush as well as less traditional materials and techniques such as random weave basketry.
Our exceptional teaching team are all practicing basket makers who contribute to a vibrant contemporary crafts scene worldwide. Learners benefit from their wealth of technical skill and are inspired by their creative ambition.
We supply all materials for our courses which are run in our purpose built studio. We encourage learners to take their work home and keep practicing between sessions to get the most out of their courses. Our basketry programme is small to ensure we don’t diminish the quality of delivery and our places do fill quickly.
Browse our range of Basketry courses in London below to choose your perfect option.
- Cordage, simple looping and nettingCourse Date: Fri 17 Sep 2021
Location on this date: KS - Keeley Street
In this course you will learn how to make cordage suitable for looping and netting in a wide range of materials.Full fee £249.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £152.00 - Introduction to basketry
Course Date: Fri 15 Oct 2021Location on this date: KS - Keeley Street
Learn exciting techniques used for making baskets around the world. Use a variety of materials, from the traditional to those which give a more contemporary feel to this ancient craft.Full fee £549.00 Senior fee £439.00 Concession £335.00 - Basketry: weaving in willowCourse Date: Tue 23 Nov 2021
Location on this date: KS - Keeley Street
Explore basic willow basketry structures and weaves. This course will guide beginners through a simple project to make a small, round, functional basket.Full fee £249.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £152.00 - Make a willow basket in two eveningsCourse Date: Tue 14 Dec 2021
Location on this date: KS - Keeley Street
Make a small bread or fruit basket over two evening sessions. Suitable for beginners as an introduction to traditional willow basketry techniques, or for those with some experience wanting to refresh their skills.Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £79.00 - Contemporary willow basketryCourse Date: Fri 25 Jun 2021
Location on this date: KS - Keeley Street
Experiment with unconventional willow baskets and structures, within a traditional context. This course guides you through new textures and forms using a variety of techniques from Europe and beyond.
This course takes place in the classroom, please follow this link to find out what we are doing to keep you safe: Staying COVID-19 secure at City LitFull fee £249.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £125.00
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