Join experience tutor, Helen, and learn some of the skills required for straw work & plaiting. In this workshop you will make straw harvest tokens and favours – a heritage craft from a time when we worked with the land, and were tied to the seasons and cycles of the year. You will use a traditional variety of wheat that has long stems, and you will learn how to prepare the straw and work with it. This is a good first step in straw work, covering the basics to produce something beautiful and special, something which inspires a connection to our land and heritage.
The workshop will take place in the 100sqm converted craft barn with stunning views of the open Nottinghamshire countryside of Hanwell Wine Estate. The setting provides the perfect space to relax and engage in your passion while learning new useful skills.
What you will make: Guided by expert tutor and teacher Helen you will make two types of plaits from wheat straw, and will use these plaits to make traditional harvest favours.
What you will learn:
Outline of the session:
Who is the workshop for: No prior knowledge is required, this course is designed for beginners
What is included: Refreshments and materials will be provided
What you need to bring: An apron, household scissors or secateurs (for cutting straw), small snips (for cutting thread – e.g. embroidery or sewing scissors), a notepad and pen/pencil, 2 x tea cloths (clean, but not necessarily new) and a small box to take home what you've made (e.g. a shoe box)
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