Focus On Fibres - Three Days | 4th-6th July 2024
3 Day Course
Time: 10am - 4:30 pm daily
Venue: 7 Sages Lane, Privett, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 3NP
Allow yourself these three days of exploration and experimentation into weaving with plant materials. We will delve into utilising the wonderful range of plants growing in the local area. As much as possible, plants will be harvested from source and you will discover the variety of ways in which different plants can be gathered, stored, processed and prepared for weaving.
Guided by Mollie McMillen you will harvest willow bark, nettles, brambles, and soft rush and keep a look out for any other plants which can be utilised. There will also be many other plant fibres to experiment with which will have been harvested prior to the course for your use; time will also be spent in dying willow bark to give a lovely soft pink colour to the bark.
A number of different weaving and basketry skills, such as plaiting and braiding, cordage making and twining will be covered. The final project will involve weaving a small round bottomed, split spoke basket with the materials gathered and prepared over the course.
Cakes and drinks will be provided throughout the 3 days. Please bring a packed lunch.
Please see below for further information on this course and where to stay.
Frequently Asked Questions
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All courses are situated in the glorious Hampshire countryside. Once you’ve booked your workshop, you’ll receive an email before the workshop confirming the venue.
The workshop locations in Hampshire are:
Mollie’s Studio, Hurst Barns, Hurst Lane, Hampshire GU34 3PL
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from Mollie’s garden at Kingswood, King Lane, Hampshire, GU32 1DS.
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Where to stay
Depending on budget and requirements these are some local places there are also There are also a host of air BnB places to stay in and around Froxfield
Premier Inn Petersfieldhttps://www.premierinn.com/gb/en/hotels/england/hampshire/petersfield/
The Angel Hotel
https://www.angel-hotel.co.uk/
Camping at the Cedar Valley
Glamping at the Meon Springs
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This course is suitable for complete beginners or those with basketry experience.
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Please wear old clothes.
Please bring a packed lunch. Delicious cakes and biscuits together with hot and cold drinks will be available throughout the day .
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Minimum of 4 students per course, should there be insufficient numbers the course will be cancelled 3 weeks in advance & students notified via email.
Important* Once you’ve booked your workshop, you’ll receive an email before the workshop confirming the venue.
Please read our full Workshop Booking information HERE. Do take the time to read it thoroughly and carefully before any booking is made.
“Thank you so much for the wonderful course. I learned so much, and found it very inspiring. It’s motivated me to keep experimenting and making different things. I enjoyed being with such caring kindred spirits. I loved being in your garden. I look forward to seeing you again” - Jackie
