Saturday 25 April 10am-4pm
Spend the day with Eilidh Weir (All That is Braw) creating a coiled basket with recycled materials. Inspired by traditional coiling techniques used around the world in basketry for centuries, we will tackle the modern problem of waste textiles. Using fabric scraps, old clothes and salvaged rope, we will wrap, coil and stitch our ropes to create a sturdy basket or bowl. Exploring how the creative use of waste textiles and mindful processes can create a sustainable vessel for your home.
Bring your own textiles to recycle or choose from Eilidh’s stash, your colour choices and shaping will ensure your basket is one of a kind.
What to Bring
Please bring along any old garments so that we can make good use of them, creating beautiful and useful new objects from old, and rescue perfectly useful textiles from landfill. If you happen to be a climber, this is also a great way to re-use your retired ropes, but don’t worry, if you don’t have anything, there will be lots of fabric provided.
No previous sewing or weaving experience is necessary.
About the the Tutor
Eilidh Weir is a multidisciplinary artist and workshop facilitator whose work celebrates biodiversity, composting, community and care. Through joyful, practical sessions, Eilidh invites people to reimagine what’s “waste” and explore how creative reuse can nourish both planet and people.
Upcoming Dates
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25AprCoiled Rope Basket Workshop10:00 AM-4:00 PM
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