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Garden trug
Garden Trug
Garden trug without handle
Garden trug with handle
Your tutor Sarah Hatton
Nantgarw China Works Museum

Garden trug course

This one-day willow frame basket course near Cardiff teaches you to make your own garden trug. I provide the frame and ribs and show you how to assemble them, explaining how you could make your own at home. You will weave the sides and finish with a handle. Suitable for complete beginners, this hands-on course introduces you to willow weaving and basket making in a relaxed, supportive setting.

£90.00

Description

In this one-day course, you will make a traditional frame basket garden trug. I provide the frame and ribs and guide you in assembling them, explaining how you could make your own at home. You will weave the sides between the ribs and finish by adding a handle. Each stage is taught step by step so you leave with a strong, functional trug for your garden or home. You’ll also gain confidence in willow weaving and basket-making techniques that you can practise on future projects.

What You Will Learn
  • Assemble the supplied frame and ribs correctly
  • Learn how frames and ribs are made for future projects
  • Weave willow between the ribs to create strong, attractive sides
  • Attach a handle to complete your garden trug
  • Gain hands-on experience in basket making and willow weaving

 

What’s Included
  • All materials provided, including the frame, ribs, and willow
  • Use of basket-making tools and equipment
  • Tea, coffee, and cake during breaks
  • Small-group tuition for plenty of support and guidance

 

What to Bring

Bring a packed lunch and wear comfortable, sturdy clothing and shoes. You will be weaving and working with the frame for most of the day.

Time

The course runs from 10am to 4pm.

Location

The workshop takes place at Nantgarw China Works Museum, near Cardiff. Directions and joining instructions will be emailed shortly before the course.

Price

£90 per person payable by Stripe, Paypal, bank transfer or by cheque.

If the course is full or there is no date allocated please leave your email address on the waiting list and you will be notified when a new date is added.

Tutor

Sarah Hatton has been willow weaving since 2008 and is passionate about creating sustainable, handmade pieces. She grows her own willow in Caerphilly, ensuring a year-round, eco-friendly supply for her work. Sarah has been involved in numerous large-scale projects, including creating 70 gift baskets for the NATO Summit in Newport. She also represented the UK in an exhibition at the United Nations in Geneva. Most recently, she created a willow horse sculpture for Tredegar House, commemorating the 170th anniversary of the Charge of the Light Brigade. Sarah was made a Yeoman of the Worshipful Company of Basketmakers, recognising her dedication to the craft. She has also shared her skills and passion for willow weaving on popular television programmes.

On this course, Sarah will guide you through each step, offering expert support so you leave with a basket you’re proud of.

Terms of cancellation

If you are unable to attend a course please let us know as soon as possible.

  • If a cancellation is made 28 days or more before the course start date then a full refund will be given.
  • If a cancellation is made between 28 days and 14 days before the course start date and we are able to allocate your place to another student, then a 50% refund will be given. In the event that we are unable to allocate your place to another student, no refund will be given.
  • If a cancellation is made less than 14 days before the course start date then no refund will be given.

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