Jenny Crisp in Northumbria
Northumbria Basketry Group are hosting a course taught by Jenny Crisp on Sunday 15th and Monday 16th at Biteabout Farm, Lowick, Berwick upon Tweed TD15 2QE.
This course is intended for particants to use the hoops they made on the course with Jenny last October, but for anyone who did not attend one of these courses, hoops will be ready made for you. There is no set design for the baskets made on this course, but they will include scalloming and there will be plenty of technique, tips and guidance from Jenny.
Jenny will provide suitable willow at a cost of around £10 each, but you are welcome to bring your own. As guidance, Jenny is bringing:
6ft - very straight, clean purpurea for stakes
5ft - can be Black maul for fitching
4ft - can be Black maul for a lighter weight.
Tea and coffee will be provided. Please bring a packed lunch and your own tools. For further information, and to apply, please contact the Northumbrian Basketry Group on either