Rush Christmas Decorations with Nadine Anderson

In this workshop, you will: Learn simple basketry and weaving techniques with guidance from master basketmaker Nadine Anderson Work with natural, locally sourced willow and rush with a very low carbon footprint Create a selection of festive decorations, including angels, snowflakes and Christmas trees Discover the qualities of traditional basketry materials and how they can be shaped into decorative forms Leave with your own handcrafted willow decorations ready to display or gift What to expect A small, friendly group, limited to 8 participants A hands-on workshop in our Studio No previous basketry experience required A glimpse inside the house during the lunch break for inspiration Cakes and pastries from Norfolk Street Bakery All materials and tools provided About Nadine Anderson Nadine Anderson is a basketmaker based in Cambridgeshire and has been weaving for over 28 years. She is a Yeoman Basketmaker of the Worshipful Company of Basketmakers and works primarily with home-grown willow and locally harvested rush, creating both functional and decorative pieces. Her practice celebrates traditional rural crafts and sustainable making, using locally sourced materials to create beautifully crafted work.