Meri Peach - Coiled Basket with Spiral Stitch
Discover the ancient and contemplative craft of basket making with a variety of plant materials and linen thread to create a coiled basket using the spiral stitch technique.
Date: Saturday 6th October, 2012
Time: 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Registration is open until: Wednesday 3rd October, 2012
Location: Epping Creative Centre
26 Stanley Rd
Epping NSW
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Discover the ancient and contemplative craft of basket making. Students will use a variety of plant materials and linen thread to create a coiled basket using the spiral stitch technique. Coiled basketry is one of the oldest craft techniques known. Included in the workshop will be discussion around the history and culture of basket making, explanation of gathering and preparation of materials, and demonstrations followed by one-to- one instruction. All notes and materials will be provided.
Meri Peach is a professional basket maker, illustrator and biologist. She makes baskets and sculptures from plant materials and reclaimed waste products such as plastic bags. Her work can be seen in gallery exhibitions as well as the Gardens Shops at Sydney and Mount Tomah. Meri has had several Artist Residencies and regularly teaches basketry workshops. She is a founding member of Basketry NSW and editor of their quarterly newsletter. See her website at www.sharkchic.com.au.
The Element of Design covered in this workshop is: DIRECTION
***Please note, this workshop requires normal strength and dexterity of the hands and arms. It is not suitable for people with arthritis, hand injuries or other medical conditions affecting the use of the hands or arms.
Taster Code: TT12-7
Materials Fee
$15
Textile Taster Fees
ATASDA Member: $70.00
Non-Member: $120.00 (Non-Members are encouraged to join ATASDA to be eligible for reduced workshop fees)
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