OXFORDSHIRE BASKETMAKERS TODAY

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. 

WHAT'S ON / WORKSHOPS / 2024

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.

Coiled Basketry
Friday/Saturday
23rd & 24th February

Polly Pollock

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

Lisa Atkin

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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