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Traditional Irish Creel with Catherine Davies |
| Description |
A workshop to make a Traditional Irish Creel. Use it for collecting the peats, the seaweed or the potatoes or like me use it as a log basket which will look good by the fire and will last a lifetime. |
About the tutor
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 I've known Catherine since she began basket making. She used to live just up the road in Thornhill village before heading out to the Isle of Eigg. Basket making came naturally to her and her dedication to understanding the weaves and the structures of the traditional baskets of Scotland and Ireland can be seen in her own beautiful creations. It is great to have her at West Moss-side to pass on her skills. ( Kate Sankey)
You can find a more comprehensive bio here.
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Prerequisite knowledge/skills
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No previous skills are required to come on this workshop, although if you have done one of Catherine's other courses you will have a good foundation for this technique. As the willow is quite large, this course is not suitable for anyone with arthritis or very weak fingers and thumbs. |
Course format
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Creels are made upside-down unlike the traditional base with uprights. Traditionally these creels would have been made outside with the stakes stuck into the ground but we will use boards with holes for the stakes. You will be introduced to the techniques of creel design and construction using Flanders Red willow grown at West Moss-side. You will be able to complete one creel over the weekend and may also make smaller items using the same technique. |
After completing this course...
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You will leave this workshop with a log basket and knowledge of the traditional Irish Creel techniques. There are books available to browse in the Centre. |
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Cost
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£100.00 |
| Duration |
This is a two-day course, starting at 10:00 and finishing at 16:30 |
| Dates |
Mar 7, 2009 - Mar 8, 2009 |
| Meals |
Country farmhouse fare will be provided together with generous supplies of teas and coffee. |
| Disabled facilities |
Disabled parking, access and toilet are provided.
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| More information |
Contact Catherine or Kate (click on a name). |
| How do I book a place? |
It's as simple as clicking here. If you would prefer, you can phone, write to or email Kate. |
| What should I bring with me? |
You do not need to bring anything, though it is advisable to wear old clothes. And don't forget your camera and a notebook.
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| Are there any other related courses I can attend? |
Other willow weaving techniques are covered in Wildlife Sculptures (random work) with Anthea Naylor, Creative Basketry with Georgia Crooke (hedgerow and a variety of weaving materials), Traditional Baskets with Catherine Davies and Willow Square work with Jane Wilkinson. |
| What have other attendess said about this course? |
Brilliant weekend - great fun and learning.
Magic place .. and creel is wonderful |
SO DON'T DELAY - CLICK THE BUTTON! 
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