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Easter Baskets (2-hour workshop)

  • Yardley Arts, The Old School Hall The Square, Yardley Hastings Northampton, England, NN7 1EU United Kingdom (map)
Willow basket filled with primroses

It’s that time of year … Spring is in the air. Can you feel it?

During this willow and weaving session, tutor Jane Roberts is going to show you how to make these gorgeous little Easter baskets. They’re such fun to make and you should be able to create at least two during the workshop.

Just in time for Easter, decorated or filled with mini chocolate eggs or Easter biscuits. They make the ideal sustainable handmade gift or something to keep for yourself.

We will be using different materials including willow and other hedgerow foraging items and learn different wrapping and weaving techniques.

This workshop is ideal for beginners and those with some experience.

Come and enjoy a few hours in our beautiful space at Yardley Arts. Each person will have their own work-station so social distancing can be maintained.

What to bring

  • Bring an apron or wear comfortable warm clothes

  • A pair of secateurs

  • Gloves (optional)

  • Your own embellishments/decorations (if you wish)

What is included

All materials included, as well as tea, coffee and biscuits.

Cost

£25 per person. No experience necessary. Spaces limited to 10.

How to book

To secure your place(s), please either book online below or email bookings@yardleyarts.org

About the tutor

Jane Roberts willow weaving

Jane’s work is inspired by natural materials and making and photographing the results. After studying Fine Art at Northampton University, Jane worked as a contemporary freelance arts worker delivering contemporary art exhibitions. Since the mid 2000s she has worked on various community arts projects, including the Yardley Hastings Lantern Parade. Jane is a founder of Yardley Arts and has recently exhibited at the South Northants Arts Trail with her willow creations.