October Newsletter

October Newsletter – 29/10/24

About three times a year I release a newsletter to my mailing list that not only details the next set of workshop dates but also includes my latest news, including information about the events and exhibitions that I am involved with..

Please find below the news content of my latest newsletter.

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News: Basketry: Rescuing, Reviving, Retaining Exhibition  I’m very excited that my replica of a Skye Ose basket and one of my contemporary Indigo Ose baskets are part of this touring exhibition that showcases the designs, skills and techniques of traditional basketry in the British Isles.  This national exhibtion brings together 80 baskets from all over the UK and an amazing talent of top basketmakers.  Ruthin Craft Centre, Denbighshire 28th Sept ‘24 – 12th Jan ‘25. Harley Gallery, Nottinghamshire 12th April – 29th June ‘25

Website Revamp: I’ve been busy designing and creating my new website that will be launched in the next couple of weeks.  The website will have a new online shop and workshop booking system, making it easier for you to fully book and pay online.  Despite my very best efforts, (and now feeling like a web designing diva!) this website isn’t quite ready yet to be revealed.  So for now, when booking a workshop please be aware that when uploading website pages they will appear, though you may have to be a little more patient.   If for any reason you are uncertain that your completed booking form has reached me, please do also send me a quick email to willow@sarahlebreton.co.uk  Thank you for your understanding!

Gift Vouchers: Ideal for Christmas, birthdays and anniversaries, I offer full or part payment workshop gift vouchers.  These can be redeemed at any of my Willow Day Workshops at Chevithorne, Devon or at my new Bespoke Workshops.  Email willow@sarahlebreton.co.uk for more details.

Bespoke Workshops: New for 2025 onwards…. I am now offering the opportunity for you to have a bespoke weaving experience at my home workshop in a beautiful Devon garden setting.  Make either one of the willow baskets that I have designed for my Willow Day Workshops or attend private training with 1:1 or 2:1 tuition.

For that special occasion or for those who wish to be taught in a smaller group, make one of my Willow Day Workshop baskets. £175 1:1, £285 2:1, £395 3:1 per day, includes materials.

The opportunity to hone your basketmaking technique and skillset, having teaching tailored specifically to your ability, is I’ve found incredibly valuable. This is why I am now offering one day, (or more if you’d like!) basketmaking tuition for intermediate weavers. The focus will be on what you are needing to learn, perhaps it’s stepping up to make that decent square work basket, a new weave or tips and tricks for bordering down.  Private Tuition £200 1:1 or £340 2:1 per day, includes materials.

For your bespoke weaving experience email willow@sarahlebreton.co.uk with your request.

Willow Day Workshops: For January – April ’25 I will be teaching 12 workshops at my main lovely venue at Chevithorne, just outside Tiverton in mid Devon.  Whether you’re a willow weaving newbie or wish to hone your existing skills I’ve designed a basket for you.  New for 2025 I’m introducing a 2 Day Storage Basket workshop that includes the stylish Irish diagonal side weave and due to overwhelming demand I have squeezed in a couple of willow deer workshops.

One day workshops £105, two day workshops £175.  Price includes all materials and refreshments.  A lovely local caterer provides us with a delicious homemade lunch at an additional cost.  Places are limited to 6 – 8 people per workshop. 9.30am – 5.45pm and are held at Chevithorne EX16 7PU (15 minutes from J27 of the M5).  For full details and to book please scroll down.

I look forward to teaching you, your friends and family soon.
Best wishes, Sarah
www.sarahlebreton.co.uk
email: willow@sarahlebreton.co.uk
instagram: sarah_le_breton

Images below (clockwise from top left on desktop): Exhibits – Ose baskets featured in Basketry: Rescuing, Reviving, Retaining Exhibition; Workshop – New 2 Day Willow Storage Basket; Latest work – White Cleave Ose Basket; Bespoke commission –  Grand Brit ‘B’ Basket.