Phil Bradley (Basket making and Willow weaving)
WILLOW BASKET – INTERMEDIATE (MATERIALS PROVIDED)
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomSlightly more advanced techniques will be covered to create a slightly more intricate hand basket with a handle, suitable for carrying shopping, tools or for enhancing a performance of Little Red Riding Hood. Sorry, this one is not for total beginners. Phil Bradley (Cumbria www.highamhall.com/phil-bradley) Residential: £390 Non-residential: £280 (incl. materials) A course more suitable
WILLOW BASKET – BASIC (MATERIALS PROVIDED)
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomAn old favourite! Work with Cumbria basket maker Phil Bradley to learn the techniques involved in English roundwork basketry. We will cover some of the basic elements of working with willow as well as taking a look at the growing, harvesting and managing of willow beds. Phil Bradley (Cumbria highamhall.com/phil-bradley) Residential: £390 Non-residential: £280 (incl.
WILLOW ANIMAL SCULPTURES
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomDelve into the creative world of willow animal sculpture with Phil Bradley, who has been a full-time professional basket-maker and willow sculptor since 1995. With Phil's patient and skillful guidance you will produce at least two sculptural pieces…a bird and a hare or small deer. All materials and tools provided. Phil Bradley (Cumbria www.highamhall.com/phil-bradley) Residential:
WILLOW BASKET-MAKING – BEGINNERS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomWork with Cumbria basket maker Phil Bradley to learn the techniques involved in English roundwork basketry. We will cover some of the basic elements of working with willow and - new for this year - visit Phil's studio and smallholding to take a look at the growing, harvesting and managing of willow beds. Phil Bradley