I run a variety of willow weaving and basket making courses here in South Wales, from traditional Welsh baskets like the Cyntell to willow weaving sculptures like Christmas reindeers! Take a look at my upcoming willow courses below.
Contact me if you'd like to book or have any further questions.
Contact me if you'd like to book or have any further questions.
Willow Sculpture
1st June 2019
10:00-16:30
Rural Skills Centre
£70
Come and join Clare Revera to learn simple willow sculpture skills that will enable you to weave your very own characterful chicken, duck or reindeer to take home. This exciting workshop introduces you to the principles of sculpting with willow and the skills of how to handle willow safely. You will learn about the cultivation and use of willow throughout history and leave with your very own chicken, duck or reindeer.
1st June 2019
10:00-16:30
Rural Skills Centre
£70
Come and join Clare Revera to learn simple willow sculpture skills that will enable you to weave your very own characterful chicken, duck or reindeer to take home. This exciting workshop introduces you to the principles of sculpting with willow and the skills of how to handle willow safely. You will learn about the cultivation and use of willow throughout history and leave with your very own chicken, duck or reindeer.
Bread in a Proving Basket
Sunday 28th July
10:00-17:00pm
The Rural Skills Centre, Cardiff
£70
This exciting workshop incorporates the skill of basketmaking with the skill of bread making. You will make a willow banneton that you will use to prove your bread dough. Bannetons are handy for keeping a shape when proving dough. Then, once your bread has been baked, you will be able to serve it on the willow tension tray/platter that you will also make.
Sunday 28th July
10:00-17:00pm
The Rural Skills Centre, Cardiff
£70
This exciting workshop incorporates the skill of basketmaking with the skill of bread making. You will make a willow banneton that you will use to prove your bread dough. Bannetons are handy for keeping a shape when proving dough. Then, once your bread has been baked, you will be able to serve it on the willow tension tray/platter that you will also make.
Zarzo Basket
Saturday 7th September
09:30-16:30pm
The Rural Skills Centre, Cardiff
£65
The Zarzo basket is said to originate from northern Spain. Its stylish and contemporary appearance masks its original use as a drain for cheese curd in the cheese making process. One of the most exciting aspects of the Zarzo basket is its construction as the base, sides and handles are woven in one. This style of basket is relatively easy to produce so the Zarzo basket is a good basket for beginners as well as those with more experience wishing to include Zarzo basket making in their skill set.
Saturday 7th September
09:30-16:30pm
The Rural Skills Centre, Cardiff
£65
The Zarzo basket is said to originate from northern Spain. Its stylish and contemporary appearance masks its original use as a drain for cheese curd in the cheese making process. One of the most exciting aspects of the Zarzo basket is its construction as the base, sides and handles are woven in one. This style of basket is relatively easy to produce so the Zarzo basket is a good basket for beginners as well as those with more experience wishing to include Zarzo basket making in their skill set.
Zarzo Basket
Saturday 7th September
09:30-16:30pm
The Rural Skills Centre, Cardiff
£75
Come and join Clare Revera to learn simple willow sculpture skills that will enable you to weave your very own characterful 3ft Reindeer to take home. This exciting workshop introduces you to the principles of sculpting with willow and the skills of how to handle willow safely. You will learn about the cultivation and use of willow throughout history and leave with your very own reindeer. Willow is natural, sustainable and widely available – the perfect eco friendly Christmas decoration. Also makes a wonderful present!
Saturday 7th September
09:30-16:30pm
The Rural Skills Centre, Cardiff
£75
Come and join Clare Revera to learn simple willow sculpture skills that will enable you to weave your very own characterful 3ft Reindeer to take home. This exciting workshop introduces you to the principles of sculpting with willow and the skills of how to handle willow safely. You will learn about the cultivation and use of willow throughout history and leave with your very own reindeer. Willow is natural, sustainable and widely available – the perfect eco friendly Christmas decoration. Also makes a wonderful present!
Talks and Demonstrations
I have spoken to 57 local groups about willow and basketry, such as Gardening Clubs and Women's Institutes.
Contact me if you would like me to present a talk to your group.
I have spoken to 57 local groups about willow and basketry, such as Gardening Clubs and Women's Institutes.
- 'Working with Willow' includes a hands on session making a small willow item to take home
- 'Traditional Welsh Baskets', Includes a practical demonstration of making ribs for a Cyntell or Welsh Shopper and how to weave the basket.
Contact me if you would like me to present a talk to your group.
For loads more lovely willow courses visit : www.outtolearnwillow.co.uk
