Today, OB has many members throughout Oxfordshire and beyond. These include professional basketmakers and teachers as well as researchers, collectors and people who simply like baskets or enjoy ‘having a go’ from time to time.
Delivered through a regular programme of workshops, talks, visits, social gatherings and with opportunities to exhibit.
New members are always very welcome.
New Year Social
Saturday, 13th January 2024
1.30pm – 4.30pm
Charlotte Holmes and Andy Goodwin from Willow Coppice in Eynsham will be talking about their amazing sculptural projects.
Saturday, 23rd March 2024
OB AGM, Oxfordshire Basketmakers Annual General Meeting, committee and all members of OB
2.00pm-5.00pm
Veronica Main – Straw Plaiting
Veronica Main was awarded an MBE in 2021 in recognition of a lifetime spent researching, practicing and teaching the craft of straw plaiting for the hat industry.
Saturday, 27th April 2024
Lisa Atkin – Neolithic Braiding
Times and venue TBC
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Saturday, 29th June 2024
Clare Revera – Celtic Knot baskets in willow
Times and venue TBC
Clare Revera – Celtic Knot baskets in willow
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Saturday, 28th September 20204
John Page – Looping and netting
Times and venue TBC
John Page – Looping and netting
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Saturday, 23rd November 2024
Ruby Taylor – Pine needle baskets
Times and venue TBC
Ruby Taylor – Celtic Knot baskets in willow
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New Year Social
Rosie Farey/rush
AGM
Breton Baskets/willow
