Please note: this calendar is an aide to those wishing to book the hall and, as such, only shows those events taking place in the hall itself; it does not include village events and meetings of clubs and societies that take place in other venues, e.g. choir, gardening club or church events and services. For these, please refer to the newsletter.
On this calendar, dates and times for clubs, classes and societies will be correct for the upcoming month. Future months are correct as far as we know but liable to change, so dates will only be put on the calendar for the upcoming two to three months. Private bookings and one-off events are shown as soon as possible after booking and are correct unless the hirer amends details.
SPACES VERY LIMITED!
In this day-long workshop you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the ancient craft of willow weaving.
We will learn to make a small ‘asymmetric’ basket with handle in the style of a Polish basketmaker.
In a friendly, supportive environment at Mynydd Llandygai, local basketmaker Karla Pearce will guide you through the process of weaving the base and some basic techniques for weaving the sides and folding down a border. We will talk about shaping your basket and the different ways you can add a handle. This will be a small class (maximum of 8 people) so there will be plenty of time for questions and small group support. If you have a piece of wood you would like to incorporate into your basket, please bring it along. There will also be a selection of wood available to choose from. All materials and use of tools are included in the workshop fee, £60.
please email karla_pearce@icloud.com to book a place
Join local basketmaker, Karla Pearce, for an introduction to stake and strand basketry. Karla will gently guide you through the process of making your own berry basket in a friendly, supportive environment.
You will learn how to:
* Create a slath and weave a base;
* ‘join rods’
* Insert side stakes and upsett them;
* Use waling as a weaving technique;
* Weave the side of your basket, creating shape/form;
* Lay down a simple trac border and insert a pegged handle
You will take home a beautiful useful basket that will last for many years! This is a great way to start weaving, but also a good opportunity to consolidate if you have made a round basket previously.
Cost £60
8 places available, please email karla_pearce@icloud.com to reserve your spot.
Details to follow