Basketry: mini-workshops and live demonstration
About the event
Workshop:
Learn the basics of basket-making in a mini workshop at Future Forests with Ciara Strange & take home your own beautiful willow rattle. Between 2pm and 4pm there will be three 35 minute workshops. €10/person.
Demonstration:
See one of Ireland’s top basket-makers at work, as Yvon O’Flynn demonstrates her skill during a live demonstration. She will also have a display of traditional styles of baskets. Drop in and watch her while she works, or stay the whole two hours to watch her complete a basket! This is a free event, no booking required.
Where is it taking place?
Future Forests
Kealkil
Co Cork
P75 H958
Who is it suitable for?
Adults and children 10+
Accessibility
Refreshments will be available from the Coffee Bee café and there are also toilets on-site
When is it taking place?
Saturday August 19th, 2pm to 4pm
Price & do you need to book?
€10 for 35min workshops. To book visit here.
Free Demonstrations, no booking required
Contact details
Additional information
This event is part of a festival celebrating the life and work of Ellen Hutchins, Ireland’s first female botanist
Membership
Design & Crafts Council Ireland
Disclaimer
All August Craft Month events are run independently by the event organisers. For questions regarding this event please contact the event organiser directly.
All August Craft Month events are run independently by the event organisers. For questions regarding this event please contact the event organiser directly.