craftsmidwales

I hope you enjoy looking through my Web Site of Hand Woven Fleece Rugs, Naturally Dyed Scarves, Willow Sculpture and Traditional Willow Baskets. I run workshops in all related subjects and am happy to create commissions to your specification. Beryl Smith

Monday, October 22, 2012

Images from the basket making course 14th and 15th October 2012


Photos from the recent two day basket making course I held at my studio.
Well done to Siobhan, Elaine and Jackie! 



 





Working with Art Students and Yale College Wrexham


I had a great three days working with the Art Students at Yale College in Wrexham.  
Here are some photos of the two willow houses they created as part of their projec.
Thanks to all involved who made this a fun and memorable occasion!













TWO DAYS OF LEARNING HOW TO USE A SPINNING WHEEL

 
 
TWO DAYS OF LEARNING HOW TO USE A SPINNING WHEEL
 
I have spaces left on the spinning course I am running this Friday 26th and Saturday 27th October 2012 if anyone would like to learn this ancient craft and create your own stunning hand spun wool, you can come for one or two days, bring your own wheel or I can provide wheels.  Please contact for further details
 
 

Sunday, October 7, 2012

TWO DAY BEGINNERS/IMPROVERS BASKET MAKING WORKSHOP

There are two spaces left on the two day stick and strand (traditional) basket making course held at my Studio near Llanidloes.  It takes place on the 14th and 15th of October and will include exploring different basket shapes and how they are constructed, grading and sorting willow and their different uses. creating a small to medium round basket which could be a shopping basket with a handle, questions and answer sessions through out the sessions.  Copious amounts of tea, coffee and biscuits through the day.
Please contact for further details - Thanks Beryl
info@craftsmidwales.co.uk  07779 871 778 or 01686 430314