Events
Wood Water Weave 2026 - session 5
The fifth session of 2026’s Wood Water Weave programme. An in-person, 10 month long split wood basket course. For all the information see the Wood Water Weave page
Split! A gathering
An informal, community weekend for anyone already making, or interested in, split wood baskets. A chance for us to get together to share tips and tricks, swap skills, show off our work and more
Venue: Silverhelme Scout Camp. Camping for Friday and Saturday night included.
Booking and more information here
Wood Water Weave 2026 - session 6
The sixth session of 2026’s Wood Water Weave programme. An in-person, 10 month long split wood basket course. For all the information see the Wood Water Weave page
Wicklow Chip
Join me for this unique course where you’ll come for 4 days to see the whole process from tree to basket or come for the last 2 days to learn how to weave the basket.
You can see more information and book on the course page.
Wood Water Weave 2026 - session 7
The seventh session of 2026’s Wood Water Weave programme. An in-person, 10 month long split wood basket course. For all the information see the Wood Water Weave page
Tear Up Festival
Tear Up Festival is not to be missed! The very best tuition, demonstrations and baskets with a grand knees-up. For tickets and more information go to the Tear Up website.
The weekend festival will have a Wood Water Weave zone for all things split wood.
Wood Water Weave 2026 - session 8
The eighth session of 2026’s Wood Water Weave programme. An in-person, 10 month long split wood basket course. For all the information see the Wood Water Weave page
Wood Water Weave 2026 - session 9
The ninth session of 2026’s Wood Water Weave programme. An in-person, 10 month long split wood basket course. For all the information see the Wood Water Weave page
Wood Water Weave 2026 - session 10
The final session of 2026’s Wood Water Weave programme. An in-person, 10 month long split wood basket course. For all the information see the Wood Water Weave page
Wood Water Weave 2026 - session 4
The fourth session of 2026’s Wood Water Weave programme. An in-person, 10 month long split wood basket course. For all the information see the Wood Water Weave page
Intro to hazel basketry
A 1-day hazel weaving course, suitable for any skill level.
You'll learn how to select hazel for basketry, how to peel it for weavers and make ribs, and make a hoop. We'll end the day by making a simple platter, using techniques that can be used to make a variety of basket shapes.
This course is the perfect experience to book for yourself, or come with a friend or partner.
To find out more and book your place go to the event page.
Intro to hazel basketry
A 1-day hazel weaving course, suitable for any skill level.
You'll learn how to select hazel for basketry, how to peel it for weavers and make ribs, and make a hoop. We'll end the day by making a simple platter, using techniques that can be used to make a variety of basket shapes.
This course is the perfect experience to book for yourself, or come with a friend or partner.
To find out more and book your place go to the event page.
Wood Water Weave 2026 - session 3
The third session of 2026’s Wood Water Weave programme. An in-person, 10 month long split wood basket course. For all the information see the Wood Water Weave page
Wood Water Weave 2026 - session 2
The second session of 2026’s Wood Water Weave programme. An in-person, 10 month long split wood basket course. For all the information see the Wood Water Weave page
Wood Water Weave 2026 - session 1
The first session of 2026’s Wood Water Weave programme. An in-person, 10 month long split wood basket course. For all the information see the Wood Water Weave page
Grizedale Forest winter market
Grizedale Forest Winter Market
I’ll have my studio open for this event. The other studios will be open as well as some extra stalls in the visitor centre. Open 10.15-3.34 over the weekend. More details coming soon
Grizedale Forest winter market
Grizedale Forest Winter Market
I’ll have my studio open for this event. The other studios will be open as well as some extra stalls in the visitor centre. Open 10.15-3.34 over the weekend. More details coming soon
Wood Water Weave applications close
Applications for the Wood Water Weave 2026 programme close at midnight tonight
Wood Water Weave online information session
Information session on Google Meet. To find out more about applying for Wood Water Weave and a chance for you to ask any questions you have.
Please register a place to get the meeting link
Wood Water Weave November
The November session of Wood Water Weave.
For more information on this course programme go to the Wood Water Weave page
Wicklow Chip
Join me for this unique course where you’ll come for 4 days to see the whole process from tree to basket or join me for the last 2 days to learn how to weave the basket.
The course is fully booked but you can sign up to the cancellation list on the course page.
Hazel Backpacks at Wilderness Folk School
I’m excited to be running a hazel course for Wilderness Folk School this year. Check out their web page for more information
Cleft Oak Fence
Join me and Andrew Merson of Sheffield Woodcraft at the new split wood basket centre I’m creating in Cumbria.. You'll learn everything you need to make your own cleft oak products at home and contribute to building a fence for the centre. Create mortises and tenons, cleave and shave rails and palings.
To book your place go to the course page.
Coppice Association’s Weekend in the Woods
The Coppice Association North West’s annual gathering. Choose from 6 different courses in a stunning woodland setting.
For more information and to book click here.
Woodland Weaving
A collaborative workshop between myself and Owen Jones in the Lake District woodland we work together.
We’d love for you to join us for this unique course where you’ll be involved in the whole process from tree to basket. There’ll be lots of time to talk while we’re bark peeling, plenty of hot or cold drinks, and hopefully the sun will join us. We’ll end the weekend with a simple basketry project.
This course is now fully booked, to go on the cancellation list go to the Woodland Weaving page.
The 2026 programme will be announced in early winter, subscribe to my newsletter to find out first.
Intro to hazel basketry
New for 2025 is this 1-day hazel weaving course, suitable for any skill level.
You'll learn how to select hazel for basketry, how to peel it for weavers and make ribs, and make a hoop. We'll end the day by making a simple platter, using techniques that can be used to make a variety of basket shapes.
This course is the perfect experience to book for yourself, or come with a friend or partner.
Now fully booked. To join the cancellation list go to the event page.
The 2026 programme will be announced in early winter, subscribe to my newsletter to find out first.
86 Baskets. An exhibition by the Wood Water Weave collective 2024
This fascinating exhibition tells the story of seven basket-makers from the 2023 cohort of Wood Water Weave, as they embed themselves in the seasonal cycles of the forest and develop their basket-making skills & unique styles.
Explore the work of these committed craftspeople as they boil oak, split hazel and pound ash, interweaving the stories of the trees with stories of creative discovery, friendship and connection with the natural world.
I’m proud to exhibit baskets alongside Brig Vogt, Florence Hamer, Jamie Baron, Geraldine Poore, Michelle Mateo, Rachel Meek and Simon Cooper.
Curated by Anne Waggot-Knott
Grizedale Forest Gallery
12th October–30th November 2024
10am-4pm
Entry free
My studio is next to the gallery but I can’t be there every day so if you’re visiting the exhibition and would like to meet up then please send me a message.
Exhibition kindly supported by The Worshipful Company of Basketmakers, Heritage Crafts & Forestry England.
86 Baskets - Preview event
Join us for the opening of 86 Baskets, an exhibition by the Wood Water Weave collective.
Friday 11th October 6-8pm
Light refreshments provided
Book your place https://www.trybooking.com/uk/DWIY
This event is covid aware. I will be masked, masks are welcome and an air purifier will be in the exhibition room for the event.
Scottish Basketmakers Circle AGM and Gathering
I don’t need much encouragement to head North and I always really enjoy the SBC weekend.
This year I’ll be teaching a Scandinavian style hazel wall basket at the WASPS studio in Inverness.
Booking will be open soon on the Scottish Basketmakers’ Circle website
Tear Up wood and fibre festival
Eddie Glew’s amazing Tear Up Fest is back for 2024.
I’ll be teaching my L’al Yak oak and leather basket bags during the week and setting up a basket stall over the weekend.
Tickets sold out in super speedy time but you can still sign up to the waiting list.
Open Studio
I’ll be working in my studio at Grizedale Forest Visitor Centre, opposite the information centre.
You’re welcome to come by between 12-4
Other times by appointment.
Open Studio
I’ll be working in my studio at Grizedale Forest Visitor Centre, opposite the information centre.
You’re welcome to come by between 12-4
Other times by appointment.
Open Studio
I’ll be working in my studio at Grizedale Forest Visitor Centre, opposite the information centre.
You’re welcome to come by between 12-4
Other times by appointment.
Open Studio
I’ll be working in my studio at Grizedale Forest Visitor Centre, opposite the information centre.
You’re welcome to come by between 12-4
Other times by appointment.
Open Studio
I’ll be working in my studio at Grizedale Forest Visitor Centre, opposite the information centre.
You’re welcome to come by between 12-4
Other times by appointment.
Open Studio
I’ll be working in my studio at Grizedale Forest Visitor Centre, opposite the information centre.
You’re welcome to come by between 12-4
Other times by appointment.
Open Studio
I’ll be working in my studio at Grizedale Forest Visitor Centre, opposite the information centre.
You’re welcome to come by between 12-4
Other times by appointment.
Open Studio
I’ll be working in my studio at Grizedale Forest Visitor Centre, opposite the information centre.
You’re welcome to come by between 12-4
Other times by appointment.
Open Studio
I’ll be working in my studio at Grizedale Forest Visitor Centre, opposite the information centre.
You’re welcome to come by between 12-4
Other times by appointment.