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Childrens workshop: weave a willow star

Wednesday 31 July 2024
I'll take you through the steps to weave a willow star. Great for decorating the wall, mantle piece or as a table decoration. Looks lovely with fairys light on. Learn a new craft in a fun, social and supportive space. About me: I am a willow weaver and a basket maker based in Lancaster. I run a regular programme of workshops teaching basket making and woven decorative pieces. I also sell my work at local markets, through my website www.amygunawanwillowweaving.com All materials and tools supplied. All children must come with a supervising adult. Suitable for children 4 years and up. Fee £12 ***There is one non-means-tested free space for anyone who is unwaged/otherwise can't afford the session*** If you would like this space please message me and I can book you on.
The Gregson Community and Arts Centre
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Childrens workshop: weave a birdfeeder

Wednesday 14 August 2024
I'll take you through the steps to weave a willow bird feeder. Great for putting fat balls in for the garden. We'll have time to make 2 of these and possibly something extra if time allows Learn a new craft in a fun, social and supportive space. About me: I am a willow weaver and a basket maker based in Lancaster. I run a regular programme of workshops teaching basket making and woven decorative pieces. I also sell my work at local markets, through my website www.amygunawanwillowweaving.com All materials and tools supplied. All children must come with a supervising adult. Suitable for children 4 years and up. Fee £12 ***There is one non-means-tested free space for anyone who is unwaged/otherwise can't afford the session*** If you would like this space please message me and I can book you on.
The Gregson Community and Arts Centre
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Berry picking basket Sat 17th August

Saturday 17 August 2024
Take time out for yourself, learn a new skill and enjoy the creative process. In this workshop you will learn the basic basketry skills to make a Berry Picking basket. This workshop is suitable for beginners and all materials and tools will be provided. As this is a full day course you will need to bring a packed lunch. There will be facilities for making hot drinks throughout the day and I will provide tea/coffee and milk. The workshop will take place at my house where there is free on street parking. Please note: The willow varieties I have will vary depending on what is available at the time. Bookings will close 1 week prior to allow soaking time for the willow. I often soak a little extra so if you are interested after the bookings close please send me a message and I'll see if I can accommodate.
Amy Gunawan Willow Weaving
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Willow weaving - Gypsy style foraging basket

Saturday 28 September 2024
Take time out for yourself, learn a new skill and enjoy the creative process. In this workshop you will learn the basic basketry skills to make a Gypsy style foraging basket. This workshop is suitable for beginners and all materials and tools will be provided. As this is a full day course you will need to bring a packed lunch. There will be facilities for making hot drinks throughout the day and I will provide tea/coffee and milk/oat milk options. The venue is TBC but will be in the lancaster area. Please note: The willow varieties I have will vary depending on what is available at the time. Bookings will close 1 week prior to allow soaking time for the willow. I often soak a little extra so if you are interested after the bookings close please send me a message and I'll see if I can accommodate.
Amy Gunawan
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Nature Based Nurturing: A Botanical Day Retreat 5th Oct 2024

Saturday 5 October 2024
Cherish yourself on this mindful day of pampering as we move into Autumn. The day’s sessions will include: Nature-connectedness with Ros from Wildlife Wellbeing Walks: featuring the plants we’ll see/experience during the day in willow-weaving and the Tropic skincare range. Autumnal wreath with Amy Gunawan, Willow-weaver: create and decorate your unique garland. Lunch included from Brew Lancaster Spa-quality facial with an independent Tropic Ambassador: learn and enjoy a relaxing, bespoke treatment. Nature-based nurturing A botanical day retreat Saturday 5th October 2024 10.00am-4.00pm at The Friends Meeting House Ticket price: £90 each EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Buy 1 get 1 half price (£67.50 each)
Friends Meeting House