Beginner class in basket making at Ross. Create your own basket over a fun weekend in Tasmania

Basket Weaving at Ross - Spend a weekend learning the art of basket making in beautiful heritage town Ross, Tasmania -

Beginners - intermediate

Included in your weekend is a stayover at the highly rated accommodation Riverview at Ross on the Saturday night 

In-person weekend event will take place at Ross, Tasmania 

Join us for a 2 day hands-on experience and discover the beauty of creating your own unique basket. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this event is perfect for anyone looking to explore a new craft. 

Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from skilled instructors from Basket makers Tasmania

When?

2 workshop dates to choose from

(You can join the next step - making a melon basket in Aug https://events.humanitix.com/make-a-melon-basket-in-ross-tasmania)

21st/22nd June 2025 OR 26th/27th July 2025

9.30 am start on the Sat and finish early afternoon on the Sunday - please note the package includes a stayover in Ross on Saturday night - Friday night can also be booked at a special rate for attendees)

Venue: Ross Tasmania

What 's Included?

Included in your ticket price of $295 is

• 1.5 days of creative instruction from experienced Facilitators Anna, Rose and Wendy 

• 1 night's stay at Riverview at Ross in your own ensuite room (just a few mins from the venue)

• all materials - you can bring your own as well (see description)

• morning tea (please advise us of any dietary issues)

  
  

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June/July Workshops: Beginners

Join facilitators Anna, Rose and Wendy and learn the ancient art of basket weaving to create your one-of-a-kind woven pieces. Using found, gathered and repurposed materials as supplied, explore ideas for making simple vessels. Learn how to make string from plant fibres or fabric and then turn that cordage into a small basket.

Experiment with coiling, twining, plaiting and knotting -basketry techniques which, once learned, can be applied to jewellery, mixed media, textile arts, basketry and more.

Explore the possibilities of these processes, using them to create texture and incorporate found items. Work over or around an object, create a basket, make a wearable piece or combine the processes to create something totally individual using just your hands, your creativity and found materials.

Anna and Wendy will be teaching jewellery making using stones / crystals etc so please bring an item with you if you wish to experiment with this technique

We will also discuss various plant fibres and materials and how to collect, store and prepare them for weaving.

This will be an excellent starting point for those thinking they might like to delve deeper into the world of basket weaving.

All materials are provided; however, feel free to bring along any items that you might like to add as decoration, eg seashells, buttons, rocks, nuts, feathers, driftwood bits, etc.

Morning tea provided.

What to bring:

Secateurs, scissors, an old towel, a big eye needle and a few pegs.

You can also bring some of your own plant fibres if you wish. If you have some potentially suitable frame materials, you are welcome to contact Anna for advice on storage and preparation prior to the weekend.

Book your spot now!

If you require a second night's accommodation please call Riverview at Ross on 03 6381 5224 for a special rate for workshop attendees.

Any further information on basket weaving please call Anna on 0418 324 783