Handcrafted sustainable coiled basket made from natural fibres during beginner weaving workshop
AU$149.00
Next: Sat, 13 Jun 9:30AM (AEST)

Sustainable Coiled Basket Weaving


Discover the timeless art of coil basketry in this hands-on weaving workshop in Sydney's Inner West. Coil weaving is an ancient technique used across cultures to create functional and intricate baskets using sustainable, often recycled materials.

In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll use natural plant fibres and yarn to create your own small coiled basket or begin a larger piece. Your experienced tutor will guide you step-by-step through essential techniques, from starting your basket to shaping the walls and finishing your design.

Enjoy a calming, meditative creative experience while learning how to craft beautiful and practical baskets for yourself, your family or as thoughtful handmade gifts.

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand sustainable basket-making practices and suitable materials.
  • Learn core techniques including starting, shaping and finishing a coiled basket.
  • Gain confidence to continue your own basketry projects at home.

Course Content

  • Basket-making materials and where to source them
  • Sustainable making practices
  • Techniques for creating structured woven vessels and 3D forms

Schedule & Pricing

  • One-day workshop: 9:30am–1:00pm
  • Location: 2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039
  • Course fee: $149

Details

3 hours 30 minutes

You will learn

  • Sustainable basket-making principles
  • Core coiling and shaping techniques
  • How to finish and continue projects at home

You will get

  • Expert step-by-step guidance
  • Use of natural plant materials during class
  • Your own handmade coiled basket to take home

Appropriate for

Complete beginners with no prior basketry experience.


Preparation

What to bring

  • Scissors
  • Large-eye chenille needle (size 18/22)
  • Raffia and 4–8 ply yarn (one or more colours)

What to wear

Casual


Your Teacher

Sydney Community College

Sydney Community College

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Sydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors

The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.

We do this by:

  • Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
  • Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
  • Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
  • Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
  • Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.

Terms

Cancellations & Refunds

If the organiser cancels the class:

You are entitled to a full refund.

If you can't attend the class:

You’re welcome to send someone in your place.

OR

  • A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.

Terms & Conditions

At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.  

At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.

That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably.  Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:

Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College. 

 Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College. 

Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued.  If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.

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